Lancôme has appointed American singer-songwriter and actress Olivia Rodrigo as its newest global brand ambassador. At 21, Rodrigo joins a distinguished roster of Lancôme ambassadors, including Julia Roberts, Zendaya, and Emma Chamberlain.
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Charlotte Tilbury, the British makeup artist and entrepreneur, has extended her partnership with Spanish beauty and fashion group Puig. Under this renewed agreement, Puig will progressively increase its ownership stake in Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Ltd., aiming for full ownership by early 2031. Tilbury will retain a minority stake in the company until the end of 2030, continuing her roles as Chairman, President, and Chief Creative Officer.
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British heritage brand Kent Brushes, the oldest brush manufacturer in the world, announces that it has been granted a Royal Warrant of Appointment to His Majesty King Charles III as Brush Makers.
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Global skincare leader Guinot is proud to announce its partnership with the Made for Life Foundation to introduce the Serenity Hydra Summum Facial, a treatment specifically designed to cater inclusively to clients living with cancer and other life-limiting conditions. This new offering empowers Guinot therapists to confidently provide tailored, safe treatments for all, reinforcing Guinot’s commitment to compassionate client care in their salons.
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The Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE) is pleased to announce the launch of a groundbreaking consultation for the Level 5 Aesthetic Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard, specialising in skin rejuvenation. This comprehensive standard represents a significant advancement in regulated education for the aesthetics industry.
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Recent studies have explored needle-free delivery methods for botulinum toxin, aiming to enhance patient comfort and broaden therapeutic applications. Traditional needle injections, while effective, can cause discomfort and deter individuals with needle phobia from seeking treatment.
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The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has issued a warning to advertisers regarding the promotion of weight-loss drugs, specifically targeting the misuse of prescription-only medicines (POMs) like Ozempic (semaglutide). The ASA emphasizes that such medications should only be prescribed by qualified medical professionals and that advertising them directly or indirectly to the public is prohibited.
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Decléor, the renowned aromatherapy skincare brand, is set to make a significant return to the beauty industry following its acquisition by Cospal, a newly established French brand builder led by Matthieu Lesieur. This strategic move aims to revitalise Decléor's presence in the market, offering consumers access to its esteemed range of essential oil-based skincare products.
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The Fragrance Shop, the UK’s leading independent fragrance retailer, marked its 30th anniversary with a record-breaking moment at its headquarters in Central Manchester. The highlight of the event was the unveiling of The Fragrance Wall, an extraordinary installation showcasing 3,000 fragrances, earning the retailer a coveted spot in the Guinness World Records. The Fragrance Wall breaks the current record for ‘the largest display of perfumes’, achieved by Abdul Samad Al Qurashi Smart Museum for Perfume (Saudi Arabia), in 2021. (beating their record by 194%!)
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Pioneering molecular skin therapy for hair, Flora Lab Paris combines cutting-edge science with sensorial indulgence, uniquely offering 41 powerful, clean, vegan, gender-neutral, and transgenerational biomimetic formulas. The first truly luxury haircare brand in the world.
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Cellcosmet, the Swiss expert in cellular cosmetics, is proud to announce the creation of its Scientific Advisory Board, composed of six distinguished experts from diverse scientific disciplines. This newly established board will play a pivotal role in shaping the brand’s innovation strategy, advancing its mission to deliver customized skincare solutions that address the unique needs of every individual’s skin.
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Myndstream, a leading health and wellbeing music provider under Cutting Edge Group renowned for soundtracks in blockbusters like Stranger Things, Whiplash, and Bridgerton, is delighted to announce that it has partnered with Shared Beauty Secrets, a pioneer in spa treatments and developer of multi-sensory spa experiences and home retail products. Together, they've created the immersive Sound Escape massage treatment, combining the power of seamless touch massage with a bespoke soundscape designed to destress the mind, restoring a sense of calm and balance. The treatment can be further enhanced by adding an Escape self-heating eye mask to soothe the senses, delivering up to 25-minutes of gentle heat for a multi-sensorial experience, helping to heighten and engage more of the senses.
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Dermalux, a leading British brand in professional LED phototherapy, has launched the Dermalux Academy, a comprehensive educational platform designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of skincare professionals in advanced LED phototherapy.
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In a landmark move for the UK cosmetic, aesthetics and medical dermatology sector, Lorena Cosmetics Holdings SPV Limited has successfully acquired and re-launched the sk:n and The Harley Medical Group (THMG) aesthetic and cosmetic surgery clinic chains. Lorena Cosmetics has actively worked to re-employ many former sk:n and THMG employees and are dedicated to ensuring ongoing delivery of high-quality medical aesthetic and cosmetic services at over 30 clinic locations across the length of the UK, with flagships at London’s Harley St. and Glasgow’s St. Vincent St. The acquisition is part of a broader strategic consolidation which also includes The Skin Experts and ABC Medical – who now join leading ophthalmology providers Optical Express under the Lorena Investments group portfolio.
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This Christmas, anatomē—London's Modern Apothecary—invites us to experience wellbeing in a unique Greenhouse-inspired Pop-Up inside Turbine Hall B at Battersea Power Station. The Greenhouse Pop Up was created to immerse visitors in the brand's botanical expertise, and to offer a nurturing, green environment that honours the ingredients and nature-inspired ethos behind anatomē's formulations.
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The INKEY List, award-winning affordable skincare brand driven by knowledge, has announced its latest pop-up billboard - spotlighting skin hydration and featuring an immersive tap experience.
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Wales has become the first nation in the UK to implement a mandatory licensing scheme for special procedures, including acupuncture, body piercing, electrolysis, and tattooing (encompassing semi-permanent makeup). This initiative, effective from 29 November 2024, aims to enhance public health protection by standardising safety and hygiene practices across these industries.
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The GelBottle Inc (TGB), a leading UK-based nail brand renowned for its innovative products like Builder In A Bottle (BIAB), has expanded its market presence through a strategic partnership with Aston & Fincher, a prominent professional hair and beauty distributor. This collaboration aims to enhance accessibility for nail technicians across the UK, enabling them to acquire TGB's professional-grade products more efficiently.
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Pantone has unveiled its Colour of the Year for 2025: PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse, a rich, warming brown that evokes the comforting essence of chocolate and coffee. This selection reflects a cultural gravitation towards everyday indulgences and a desire for understated luxury.
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The beauty industry has long been an advocate for inclusivity and empowerment, and now it takes another significant step forward with the launch of a new HIV and beauty guide by the George House Trust (GHT) and beauty expert Sam Marshall. This groundbreaking initiative, unveiled on World AIDS Day, aims to educate beauty professionals on how to better support and understand clients living with HIV, after a survey found 52% were refused treatment due to their status.
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