Updated on 27th Feb 2026 New umbrella review of 113 trials finds collagen supplements improve skin elasticity and hydration, but are not a “quick fix” for wrinkles A major new umbrella review has found that collagen supplementation can improve skin elasticity and hydration, while also reducing symptoms of osteoarthritis, but does not significantly affect skin …
Professional Beauty Awards 2026 winners – best UK salons, spas & therapists
The UK’s leading beauty businesses were celebrated at the Professional Beauty Awards 2026, recognising innovation and skill across salons, spas, clinics and individuals The winners of the Professional Beauty Awards 2026 were announced at a glamorous black-tie ceremony on March 1 at Royal Lancaster London, celebrating the country’s most outstanding beauty professionals. From boutique salons …
TPO & HEMA-free update and UK stock news
[Updated] The Gel Bottle founder Daisy Kalnina has apologised to its nail tech users about the communication around reformulation of BIAB for UK nail professionals. The Gel Bottle (TGB) confirmed it began transitioning some BIAB shades to an updated TPO & HEMA-free formulation in 2025, as part of what it described as its “longer-term regulatory planning and product development strategy”. …
expert advice on children’s skin, actives and celebrity brands
Published 24th Feb 2026 As celebrity-backed skincare brands launch for children and TikTok fuels multi-step routines for pre-teens, professionals warn that young skin is being exposed to ingredients it simply doesn’t need Social media has created a number of questionable trends in recent years, and one of the most concerning is the rise of the …
The impact of topical steroid withdrawal and how beauty professionals can help
Topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) is an increasingly discussed complication linked to long-term topical corticosteroid use for eczema We explore one patient’s experience, what the medical profession says, and what skin and aesthetics professionals need to know when supporting clients with compromised skin barriers. The impact of topical steroid withdrawal and how beauty professionals can help …
Korean lash lift vs traditional lash lift
The Korean lash lift is fast becoming one of the most in-demand treatments in professional beauty – combining advanced formulation and precision technique to deliver long, lifted lashes With K-beauty continuing to dominate globally, it’s no surprise that this next-generation lash lift has arrived from South Korea. But what makes it different from a traditional …
The professional-only beauty brands helping salons grow revenue
Professional salons and spas are relied on by clients for expert guidance, trusted products, and results they can’t replicate at home. At the same time, rising costs for rent, utilities and staffing, coupled with competition from online retailers, are putting pressure on margins and making every transaction count. In this environment, brands that actively support …
60% of luxury consumers to increase wellness spend in 2026, says new report
Published 20th Feb 2026 New data from Karla Otto’s Wellness Insights Report 2026 reveals how science, long-form content and community are reshaping luxury wellness, and what beauty and spa professionals must do to build trust Luxury wellness is entering a new phase of growth and scrutiny. According to The New Wellness Ecosystem report by public …