It all began with 12 lipsticks in 1994. Now, 30 years later, NARS debuts Explicit Lipstick. Unmistakably luxurious, refillable, and ahead-of-the-curve in colour, Explicit Lipstick pays homage to the formula that started it all, optimized for today's generation. This campaign marks a significant milestone for the brand, unveiling the Global Ambassadors, Ciara, Pom Klementieff, and Camila Morrone – three modern-day provocateurs embraced by NARS for the first time, heralding an era of sophistication and unconventional beauty.

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Optical Express Group has announced the acquisition of SKN Group, also known as SKIN Aesthetics, along its entities, including The Harley Medical Group, Skin Brands, The Skin Experts, and ABC Medical. This acquisition, finalised on 26th July 2024, follows the unfortunate closure of over 70 branches of these companies, which had resulted in job losses for over 450 employees and left numerous patients in need.

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The Wella Professionals TrendVision Award 2024 finalists have been announced and will now compete at the UK & Ireland Final in London on 7th October 2024.

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Wish granting charity Rays of Sunshine has granted its 9,000th wish in 21 years, with a VIP experience for 18-year-old Sanna to meet one of her favourite musicians, Olly Murs, while going through treatment for end-stage kidney failure. 

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Phorest, a leader in salon software solutions has announced a groundbreaking update to its Phorest Ads Manager: the ability to create video ads on Instagram, including Stories and Reels.

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Benefit, UK’s #1 Prestige Brow Brand, proudly announces the remarkable achievements of its annual Bold is Beautiful philanthropy programme, having successfully met its pledge to raise £2M for longstanding charity partners, Look Good Feel Better & Refuge.

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The INKEY List, renowned for its innovative skincare solutions, is thrilled to announce an exciting partnership with bubble tea store T4’s Liverpool Street branch to celebrate the launch of INKEY’s new Tinted Tripeptide Plumping Lip Balms.

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Sol de Janeiro has announced its first 360 immersive Brazilian-inspired summer experience with Outernet London – the state-of-the-art entertainment district in Central London.

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Milani Cosmetics is teaming up with four of America’s top athletes—Team USA silver medal-winning artistic gymnast Jordan Chiles, WNBA pro Sabrina Ionescu, Team USA volleyball gold medalist Chiaka Ogbogu and weightlifting champion Mattie Rogers—to launch its latest campaign. Spotlighting America’s #1 setting spray, the “Face Set. Mind Set.” campaign celebrates how setting your makeup with Milani’s Make It Last Setting Spray can help boost your confidence and mentally prepare you for whatever’s ahead. Whether you’re getting ready to slay the everyday or compete on a global stage, you’ll be #SetWithMilani.

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Williams & Hirst is set to offer independents a unique salon in the heart of London’s Soho when it opens its pioneering coworking salon concept this month. The revolutionary coworking concept, developed by independent hairdressers Ross Williams and Jack Hirst, aims to redefine the way professionals in the industry work and collaborate.  

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Founded by entrepreneur and TV personality Lauren Pope in 2007, Hair Rehab London was created to make premium quality hair extensions accessible to all women. Typically thought of as an enhancement reserved for teens and young women, Hair Rehab London has been on a mission for almost two decades to empower women of all ages to harness the transformative benefits of hair extensions to boost their confidence. The brands commitment to excellence and product innovation has won them a fan base of renowned session stylists and VIPs globally.

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Faace’s founder, Jasmine Wicks-Stephens, who recently won the backing of three Dragons in the den, took to social media to share that she is selling Faace and looking for a buyer to take the brand to new heights. The news comes despite five years of success - including multi-award wins, investment from three Dragons’ den hosts earlier this year, 50+ retailer launches and a roster of celebrity fans.

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2023 World Face Massage Champion, Anna Tsankova, recently designed Swissline’s innovative Signature Face Sculpting treatment, which made its worldwide debut in June at Six Senses Spa Marbella. The treatment is integrated into Swissline’s Le Grand Soin au Collagène Pur, and offered as an add-on treatment to other Swissline facials. It will gradually be rolled-out in Swissline’s Golden Circle, a hand-picked selection of 5-star hotel spas, including Burj Al Arab, Carlton Cannes and the Shelbourne.

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sk:n Clinics, a leading provider of dermatological and aesthetic treatments in the UK, has entered administration, resulting in the immediate closure of its 70 clinics nationwide and the loss of 800 jobs. Staff were informed about the closure today, and the company's website has been taken down, leaving customers without guidance or support.

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Leading online skincare and beauty retailer Face the Future, has announced their first foray into the professional haircare market with the launch of their first Face The Future Salon. Based in Face The Future’s hometown of Stanley, Wakefield, the salon has opened its doors to clients on Thursday 11th July 2024 and is spearheaded by award-winning hair stylist and Face The Future’s resident haircare expert Danielle Amos.

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The Hair & Beauty Charity is inviting all cycling enthusiasts (and those less enthusiastic!) to Pedal with Purpose and take part in its new one-day bike ride challenge taking place simultaneously in the Peak District and Tunbridge Wells on Sunday, 22nd September 2024.

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NEOM Wellbeing, the UK’s award-winning wellbeing brand, renowned for its 100% natural fragrances, has officially opened its first U.S. retail store in New York City.

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British leading SPF brand Hello Sunday will be covering the streets of London this summer as we all celebrate the social sporting season. Working to serve constant reminders that SPF is essential no matter the occasion, keep your eyes peeled when attending the events and you may just spot your daily reminder! The campaign comes as part of Hello Sunday's wider mission to remove the VAT on all sunscreen, emphasising that SPF is an essential in protecting our skin.

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Hoar Cross Hall is due to open its stunning new Spa Terrace after a £3 million investment, enriching its status as a premier luxury spa destination. Opening on July 12, 2024, the Spa Terrace features a three-pool deck, rustic sauna, relaxation room, and a lounge area with a bar, cabanas, and fire pits. This addition enhances the hall's already impressive array of spa facilities, offering guests an even more opulent and relaxing experience amidst the scenic Staffordshire countryside.

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LUMENE creates high performing sustainable beauty products for a better future. Formulating with one foot in wild Nordic nature and the other in the lab means that their products have a unique blend of naturalness and tested efficacy. From July 8th, 2024, the natural and vegan beauty brand will be available more widely to UK High Street and online shoppers as they launch an edited range into the UK’s leading beauty retailer Boots and Boots.com.

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