The Salon Growth Summit took place at Olympia London on Sunday 1 and Monday 2 March. Designed for salon and clinic founders, owners and managers, the event focused on building strong business connections with leading brands, networking with like-minded individuals, and gaining new skills to help achieve success in 2026 and beyond. Discussing the success …
Investigation into Alice Webb’s death following BBL closed as suspect dies
The investigation into the alleged manslaughter of mother-of-five Alice Webb, who died as a result of BBL complications, has been closed, following the death of “Lip King” Jordan James Parke, who was arrested in connection with Webb’s death in 2024. Alice Webb, 33, died on 24 September 2024 after falling unwell, following a cosmetic BBL …
Valentine’s Day nail designs your clients will love
Valentine’s nails: Red French with hearts (Beginner-friendly nail art) Karyna Kyliushyk, an award-winning Ukrainian nail artist with over 12 years’ experience, says this design works beautifully on short and medium lengths and is ideal for clients who prefer a clean, minimal look. “This Valentine’s design is based on a timeless French manicure, refreshed with subtle …
5 shifts salons should know
The 2026 Beauty Reset report from NielsenIQ and CEW UK highlights a polarised market, digital dominance and AI-led discovery – here’s how beauty professionals can translate the insights into treatment and retail growth The 2026 Beauty Reset report from beauty organisation CEW UK and consumer intelligence company NielsenIQ outlines a resilient but deeply polarised beauty …
5 rosacea specialists to follow
Nechelle Horner is a facialist and skincare expert whose clinic focuses on redness and rosacea specific concerns. At the IIAA Salon of the Year Awards 2025, she won the “Redness/Rosacea” therapist category, underscoring her specialist credentials. Her feed is a blend of treatment tutorials and relatable client journeys. Expect reels showing calming LED facials, vascular lasers, and …
Collagen supplements improve skin elasticity and hydration but are “not a cure-all”, new research finds
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”. …