Saffron & Sage

What Saffron & Sage does

Saffron & Sage operates a members-only holistic health and longevity clinic at 2555 State Street in San Diego's Little Italy neighborhood, founded by Cristin Smith and formally established in 2017 following her personal integrative medicine journey that began in 2012. The clinic delivers a multidisciplinary, bio-individualized care model branded as The Saffron Method, in which 3-5 providers per member collaborate behind the scenes on personalized treatment plans informed by advanced diagnostics such as genetic testing, blood panels, and VO2 max assessment. The service portfolio spans acupuncture, IV therapy, peptide therapy, hormone optimization, hypnotherapy, naturopathic medicine, psychotherapy, massage, energy therapy, red light therapy, PRP injections, and specialty programs in men's health, women's health, LGBTQIA+ care, fertility, oncology support, and longevity.

The business is structured across two California entities: Saffron & Sage, LLC for non-medical services and Kasawa Medical APC dba Saffron & Sage MD for medical services. Revenue is generated primarily through auto-renewing monthly and annual memberships across four tiers (Nourish, Dwell, Transcend, Unlimited) using a credit-based service access system, supplemented by one-time guest passes, introductory offers, an e-commerce boutique for clean wellness products, and corporate wellness contracts. The company operates on a direct-pay model, does not accept insurance but accepts HSA/FSA/LSA/HRA funds, and applies a 5% annual price escalation. Go-to-market combines content marketing (extensive practitioner-authored blog), earned media (Forbes, Condé Nast Traveler, Well+Good, American Spa, Modern Luxury), Instagram, podcast appearances, and an investor relations page where Saffron & Sage is actively soliciting strategic capital for multi-location storefront expansion.

Name

Saffron & Sage

Legal name

Saffron & Sage, LLC

Website

https://saffronsageliving.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Saffron & Sage is a members-only holistic health and longevity clinic in San Diego offering integrative medicine, IV therapy, peptide therapy, acupuncture, hormone optimization, and advanced diagnostics through a multidisciplinary practitioner team serving high-achieving professionals and corporate clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Integrative Wellness & Longevity Services

NAICS

Offices of Other Health Practitioners (6213), Other Personal Care Services (81219), Other Individual and Family Services (624190)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090), Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Wellness Program Design & Accountability Coaching (HSADAGAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Medical Wellness & Longevity (Health Screening, Biohacking, Anti-aging Programs) (THAJAHAI), Corporate/Workplace Wellness Coaching (HSADAGAL), Spa & Massage Services (Day Spas, Massage Studios, Treatment Packages) (THAJAHAC)

Keywords

• Integrative wellness services
• Holistic health clinic
• Longevity medicine
• IV therapy treatments
• Functional medicine

Headquarters

HQ city

San Diego

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Membership Subscriptions: Monthly and annual membership plans with credit-based system. Members receive service credits (1-7 credits per session) that can be used for various treatments. Auto-renewing subscriptions with tiered options (Nourish, Dwell, Transcend, Unlimited).
2. One-Time Service Purchases: Guest passes and introductory offers for non-members. Single-purchase services for those not ready for membership commitment.
3. Product Sales: Boutique of clean, non-toxic products including skincare, supplements, red light devices, and self-care essentials available in-clinic and online.
4. Corporate Wellness Programs: Workplace wellness programs for companies seeking to transform workplace culture through holistic health, physical health, and mental well-being.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Saffron & Sage is a members-only executive health club and integrative wellness center in San Diego that delivers bio-individualized, collaborative care across a multidisciplinary team of naturopathic physicians, acupuncturists, medical doctors, psychotherapists, and nutritionists. Members subscribe to tiered monthly plans (Nourish, Dwell, Transcend, Unlimited) and access services through a credit-based booking system, including IV therapy, peptide therapy, hormone optimization, acupuncture, massage, hypnotherapy, diagnostic and genetic testing, and energy therapy. The company also offers corporate wellness programs to employers and sells clean wellness products through an online boutique.

Product overview

Saffron & Sage is a premier holistic health and wellness center offering an integrated, multi-disciplinary approach to health optimization. The company operates as a members-only executive health club providing personalized, bio-individualized care through a collaborative team of practitioners including naturopathic doctors, acupuncturists, medical doctors, therapists, and wellness practitioners. Services span both medical and non-medical categories, including IV therapy, peptide therapy, hormone optimization, acupuncture, massage therapy, energy healing, breathwork, nutritional therapy, skincare, and diagnostic testing. The company offers multiple membership tiers (Dwell, Nourish, Transcend, Unlimited) with a credit-based booking system, plus corporate wellness programs and virtual membership options. Medical services are billed through Kasawa Medical APC dba Saffron & Sage MD, while non-medical services are billed through Saffron & Sage, LLC.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Membership Program Members-only access program featuring a credit-based system for booking services, collaborative care teams of 3-5 providers, and priority scheduling. Available in tiered monthly and annual plans.
• Virtual Membership Remote access membership providing virtual wellness services including movement, breathwork, meditation, and sound therapy classes.
• IV Therapy Intravenous nutrient delivery for hydration, vitamin supplementation, and wellness support administered by licensed professionals.
• Acupuncture Traditional Chinese Medicine treatment involving the insertion of thin needles into specific body points to support nervous system regulation, pain relief, and holistic healing.
• Peptide Therapy Medical treatment using specific peptides to support longevity, performance optimization, and targeted therapeutic outcomes under physician supervision.
• Hypnotherapy Therapeutic technique using guided relaxation and focused attention to access the subconscious mind for positive change.
• Massage Therapy Hands-on manipulation of muscles and soft tissues including deep tissue, sports, and orthopedic massage for relaxation and pain relief.
• Diagnostic Testing Advanced laboratory testing services including blood panels, genetic testing, VO2 max testing, and cardiovascular assessments to inform personalized health strategies.
• Psychotherapy Clinical mental health services provided by licensed therapists for emotional support, trauma processing, and psychological wellbeing.
• Longevity Services Specialized programs focused on cellular longevity, anti-aging strategies, and extending healthspan through integrative medicine approaches.
• Corporate Wellness Programs Workplace wellness solutions including corporate events, team wellness workshops, and executive health programs for organizations.
• Saffron & Sage Wellness Product Boutique Online and in-clinic store selling clean, non-toxic products including skincare, supplements, red light devices, and self-care essentials to members and non-members.

Quantifiable outcome

• Members work with 3-5 providers forming collaborative care teams
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Next Health: Executive/members-only health optimization and longevity clinic offering IV therapy, hormone optimization, peptides, diagnostics, and functional medicine. Closest peer in model, target audience (executives/performers), and clinical offering profile.
• Modern Age: Members-only longevity and skincare clinic offering hormone therapy, IV drips, and aesthetic services on a subscription/membership model. Direct competitor in the executive women's/longevity wellness-club category.
• Restore Hyper Wellness: Multi-location U.S. chain offering IV therapy, peptide therapy, hormone optimization, and concierge wellness services under a membership/retail model. Directly comparable to Saffron & Sage in core services (IV, peptides, drips, memberships) and premium positioning, but at much greater scale and with institutional capital behind it.
• Parsley Health: Direct-pay functional medicine and root-cause care practice with membership model and virtual+in-person delivery. Comparable through integrative/holistic medicine approach, advanced diagnostics, and membership-based care for high-achieving professionals.
• The Hydration Room: Southern California-based IV therapy and vitamin injection wellness chain offering memberships and à la carte drips. Direct competitor for IV therapy and injection services within the same geography and demographic.
• The Well: Members-only wellness club combining Eastern (Ayurveda, acupuncture) and Western medicine with holistic practitioners, IV therapy, and wellness programming. Highly comparable in concept, integrative model, and price tier for affluent professionals.

Emerging players

• Function Health: Direct-to-consumer longevity/diagnostic testing platform offering advanced blood panels and biomarker tracking with personalized protocols. Comparable through diagnostics-driven longevity positioning, though primarily virtual whereas Saffron & Sage is bricks-and-mortar.

Broad incumbents

• Cenegenics: Established national executive longevity and performance medicine brand with concierge age-management programs (hormones, diagnostics, nutrition). Overlaps in target market (executives seeking longevity) and clinical depth, but operates at national scale and via franchise model.
• Equinox Spa / Restore at Equinox: Premium fitness/wellness brand incorporating spa, recovery (cryotherapy, infrared), and performance services into membership clubs for affluent professionals. Comparable through premium membership positioning, but operates at much larger scale and as a supplement to fitness membership.

Regional players

• California Center for Integrative Health / San Diego Integrative Medicine: San Diego-based functional/integrative medicine practices offering naturopathy, IV therapy, hormone optimization, and diagnostic testing with direct-pay membership pricing. Comparable local-market competitor for the same executive demographic.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/saffronandsagesandiego
• Xx.com/saffronsageus
• Facebookfacebook.com/saffronandsagesandiego

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Saffron & Sage