de Spa Cosmetics

de Spa Cosmetics is a proudly family-owned business with over 35 years of experience in the New Zealand beauty industry. Built on trusted relationships and a passion for excellence, we are dedicated to providing professional salons and retail outlets with premium skincare and beauty solutions. Our curated portfolio includes globally renowned brands such as Sothys, Altruist Sun, Lily Lolo, and more - each selected for their innovation, performance, and integrity. At de Spa, we combine generations of industry expertise with a commitment to service, education, and long-term partnerships.

Meet the Team

  • Anne Marie de Spa

    FOUNDER
    Anne-Marie, a pioneering figure as one of the country's first practising Beauty Therapists and founding figures of our Beauty Therapy Association, she created de Spa Cosmetics Ltd to represent the Sothys brand in 1988.
    annemarie@dsc.nz

  • Jean-Michel Tallott

    GROUP BRAND DIRECTOR
    de Spa Cosmetics is a family owned business with Anne Marie's son Jean-Michel joining the company in 2003. He continues the reputation for developing meaningful customer relationships that Anne Marie is renowned for. His main role is in marketing and managing the brand profiles.
    jm@dsc.nz

  • Serena Hansen

    OPERATIONS MANAGER
    Serena has a financial management background and provides essential after sales and business support. Her experience in a number of industries and her time at de Spa Cosmetics since first joining in 2002 ensures our stockists have all the resources and stock they require to run their businesses efficiently.
    serena@dsc.nz

  • Vanessa Feehan-Meldrum

    SOTHYS KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER
    With her extensive training and sales knowledge, Vanessa works closely with our key Sothys clinic owners to help develop their businesses to their full potential.
    vanessa@dsc.nz

  • Sarah McLaren

    RETAIL BRANDS ACCOUNT MANAGER
    Sarah joined de Spa Cosmetics in 2022 with a focus on our retail brands. Her vast knowledge and experience is invaluable in growing these brands, she also leads the social media charge.
    sarah@dsc.nz

  • Cathie Bryden

    WAREHOUSE & OFFICE ASSISTANT
    Cathie works part-time in the Christchurch warehouse and office, supporting our team with all the daily operations.