In a direct appeal to the professional skincare industry, The Facial Forum - a UK-based collective of over 70 solo estheticians and facialists, has published an open letter calling for urgent reform to rigid wholesale practices that exclude solo practitioners. Founded by Katie Onyejekwe, the group represents a growing movement of independent professionals who are pushing back against what they describe as outdated and exclusionary minimum order requirements.
Read MoreThe Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) is calling for urgent regulation to clamp down on providers of aesthetic procedures such as fat injections, Brazilian Butt Lifts, botox and fillers – warning the public that there is a wild west of untrained, unlicensed and uninsured individuals who may be putting lives in danger.
Read MoreAnada Spa and Wellness, founded by renowned wellness expert Deborah Carr, has made a significant breakthrough in the UK spa and wellness industry by launching the first-ever Sauna Master course accredited by the Beauty Guild. This marks a major step toward formalising and professionalising the art of sauna mastery in the UK.
Read MoreMakeup artist Katie Jane Hughes is swapping celebrity clients for Covent Garden shoppers next week as she returns to her retail roots. On 17 June, she’ll be working the floor at Glossier’s London store from 2pm to 6pm, offering product advice and one-to-one beauty chats.
Read MoreSephora UK announces their 5 th store opening for 2025, bringing its signature stripes to Oxford this Autumn. Located at the iconic Westgate Oxford, this will be the retailer’s 11th UK store with 3,919 square footage of total sales floor space aiming to create an accessible and inspiring spaces for their customers in the historic Oxfordshire region.
Read MoreF1 ACADEMY has announced a global partnership with Wella Company, naming the No.1 salon colour brand in the world, Wella Professionals as Official Partner of the all-female racing series.
Read MoreThink back. There’s a moment, maybe small, maybe life-changing, when GHOST was part of your story. Was it the scent you wore the day you first fell in love? A Christmas gift for your Mum that became her favourite? Or was it simply part of a story shared around the dinner table?
Read MoreL’Oréal has taken a significant step into the science-driven skincare arena by acquiring a majority stake in British brand Medik8 for an undisclosed amount. The deal, previously reported to be valued at approximately £800 million, positions L’Oréal to strengthen its luxury skincare division just as global demand for clinically backed skincare continues to climb.
Read MoreThis summer, ESPA invites you on a sensory journey to discover Your Summer Sanctuary, a season of radiant skin, mindful rituals, and restorative treatments designed to rejuvenate your entire being. Through results-driven natural ingredients and mindful moments, the campaign aims to empower self-connection and glowing vitality from within.
Read MoreSephora has unveiled its “We Belong To Something Beautiful” signature campaign with Haus Labs by Lady Gaga in partnership with Born This Way Foundation for a special collaboration during World Pride Month!
Read MoreJW Marriott will officially be opening the doors to its first Greek property, the JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa, set on 100 acres of unspoilt coastline with panoramic views of the Aegean Sea. The five-star retreat, which welcomes guests from 16 June, blends contemporary design with authentic Cretan heritage for a luxury experience rooted in wellbeing, nature and refined hospitality.
Read MoreHuda Beauty, the globally renowned beauty brand, proudly announces that it has reclaimed full ownership as an independent brand following the conclusion of its eight-year partnership with TSG Consumer Partners (“TSG Consumer”). In 2017, TSG Consumer acquired a minority stake in the company. Now, in 2025, Huda Kattan, Founder and Co-CEO of Huda Beauty, has officially bought back her equity, regaining full control of the brand.
Read MoreKama Ayurveda, the leading brand in luxury Ayurvedic beauty, proudly announces the appointment of renowned facialist Katie England as its new Facialist Ambassador. This partnership marks a significant milestone in Kama Ayurveda’s expansion outside of the Indian market, with the goal of bringing the beauty of Ayurveda to the world.
Read MoreBritish luxury foot, hand, and leg care brand has debuted in Australia exclusively at MECCA. Margaret Dabbs London, the globally renowned British beauty and wellness brand, is proud to announce its official launch in Australia through an exclusive partnership with MECCA, the country’s leading prestige beauty retailer.
Read Moree.l.f. Beauty has announced it will acquire Rhode, the skincare brand founded by Hailey Bieber, in a deal reportedly valued at $1 billion. The move positions e.l.f. to extend its influence into the prestige skincare space, while Rhode gains the infrastructure to expand globally at scale.
Read MoreThe Private Clinic Group has expanded The Cosmetic Skin Clinic into four new locations – further consolidating its non-surgical division under The Cosmetic Skin Clinic brand allowing patients to access the same treatments, expertise and exceptional customer service they are known for across new geographical territories.
Read MoreToday, health and beauty retailer, Superdrug is proud to announce a new fundraising initiative supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, as part of its ongoing partnership with national charity Switchboard – the UK’s LGBTQIA+ support line.
Read MoreCases of melanoma are expected to rise to around 26,500 by 2038, according to Cancer Research UK, yet there is increasing data to show that consumers are unaware of the consequences of UV damage and how to prevent it.
Read MoreRodial has joined forces with Cash & Rocket as the official beauty partner of this year’s all-female charity road tour, taking place across Italy from 5 to 8 June. The collaboration sees the luxury skincare brand support a four-day journey through Rome, Amalfi, Calabria and Taormina — spotlighting women, philanthropy and purposeful glamour.
Read MoreSYNC Beauty is stepping out of the beauty aisle and into your local café. From 19 to 25 May, the brand is teaming up with East London favourite Lali Café to host a limited-time pop-up celebrating all things matcha.
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