Ivanette Sauls

Ivanette Sauls was born and raised in Oudtshoorn in the heart of the Klein Karoo, where her grounded upbringing helped shape her calm, caring approach. She matriculated in 1999 at Bridgton Senior Secondary School and soon followed her passion for beauty and holistic care, qualifying as a Beauty Therapist in 2001 at the prestigious Adele Institut de Beauté in Claremont, Cape Town.

A proud mother to her son, Ivanette has built an extraordinary career spanning continents, cultures, and some of the world’s most respected luxury wellness destinations. Her international journey began in 2006 when she joined Steiner aboard cruise ships, gaining invaluable experience at sea and refining her craft in a fast-paced, high-standard environment until 2009.

Driven by a love for growth and global exposure, Ivanette relocated to Doha, Qatar in 2010, where she worked at George V Buddhattitude Ladies Day Spa. Here, she further honed her expertise within an exclusive luxury spa setting, deepening her understanding of premium client care and refined wellness rituals.

From 2011 to 2019, Ivanette worked aboard Regent and Oceania Cruise Lines as part of Canyon Ranch at Sea. During this time, she delivered world-class spa treatments to an international clientele, consistently upholding the highest standards of service, professionalism and holistic wellbeing.

Between 2022 and 2024, Ivanette joined Amani Spa at the Radisson Collection, Nofa Resort in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In this high-end resort environment, she took on leadership roles, contributing meaningfully to spa operations, team development and the delivery of exceptional guest experiences.

In 2025, Ivanette returned home to South Africa to take on the role of Spa Manager in Cape Town, bringing with her more than two decades of international experience, insight and leadership within the beauty and wellness industry.

Deeply passionate about her profession, Ivanette is known for her commitment to excellence, genuine client care and continuous professional growth. Her journey reflects not only global expertise but a heartfelt dedication to wellness as a lifelong calling.