The Ritz-Carlton is bringing beauty into the everyday rituals of travel through a new partnership with MERIT Beauty. Launched on July 14, 2026, the collaboration marks MERIT’s first hospitality partnership and introduces a series of curated experiences designed to make beauty part of the guest journey.
Available at select Ritz-Carlton properties across North America, the partnership brings MERIT into different moments of a stay, from the Club Lounge to the guest room. At participating hotels, Club Level guests can discover dedicated MERIT beauty carts stocked with products including Great Skin Serum, Great Skin Double Cleanse, Clean Volume Mascara, and Flush Balm. Selected locations will also offer access to MERIT beauty educators who can provide personalized guidance.
The experience continues in guest rooms through curated beauty bundles available via in-room dining. Presented in a custom co-branded pouch, the selection is designed around MERIT’s minimalist approach, allowing travelers to enjoy an effortless beauty routine without leaving their room.
The collaboration also appears in some of the smaller details of the hotel experience. Turndown amenities include chocolates and skincare samples, while participating properties introduce a bespoke “Minimalist Martini” accompanied by a sample of MERIT’s Retrospect fragrance. A limited-edition travel kit allows guests to continue the experience after checking out, featuring several of MERIT’s signature products in a custom pouch.
The partnership reflects a broader evolution in luxury hospitality, where brands increasingly look beyond traditional amenities to create personalized and memorable experiences. For Ritz-Carlton, incorporating MERIT into familiar travel rituals reinforces its emphasis on thoughtful details and anticipatory service. For MERIT, the collaboration extends its presence beyond the beauty counter and into the lifestyle of the modern traveler.
Together, the two brands present beauty as another element of a carefully considered stay—one that can begin in the lounge, continue in the room, and travel home with the guest.
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