Published 09th Feb 2026 A new UK-wide survey has highlighted the growing financial and emotional toll of cancellations and no-shows on beauty and wellness businesses Cancellations and missed appointments are no longer an occasional inconvenience for beauty and wellness businesses. According to new research from salon software brand Fresha, only 8% of UK salons, spas …
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Global survey of 4,300 women reveals menopause skin changes, wellbeing impact and treatment gaps A global survey of more than 4,300 peri- and post-menopausal women across nine countries has revealed that menopause can trigger multiple skin changes, yet awareness of these changes remains limited. The survey findings were presented by pharmaceutical company Galderma at the …
Pleasure-led wellness and skin longevity among GWS 2026 trends
UK beauty salons and spas are being urged to rethink how they position treatments and experiences in 2026, as new global research predicts a shift away from high-tech, data-driven wellness towards skin longevity, nervous system regulation and more pleasure-led, human-centred care. The predictions come from the Global Wellness Summit’s (GWS) new Future of Wellness report, …
Government to crackdown on illegal underage sunbed use
The Government has announced plans to crack down on illegal underage sunbed use, including banning unsupervised sessions and introducing mandatory ID checks, as part of its forthcoming National Cancer Plan The Government has confirmed plans to strengthen sunbed regulations in England in a bid to reduce avoidable skin cancer risk among teenagers, following evidence that …
Why transparency must define sustainable beauty businesses in 2026
UK beauty salons and spas face a growing credibility challenge in 2026, as new research shows most consumers now distrust sustainability claims without independent proof, while tighter UK regulations place packaging, waste and transparency under greater scrutiny. According to sustainability consultancy Positive Luxury, citing Edelman Trust Barometer data, 59% of consumers do not trust sustainability …
Skincare science and social media with Fiona Brackenbury
In the latest episode of The Pro Beauty Pod, the focus turns to skincare science, professional credibility and career development, with industry expert Fiona Brackenbury. Listen to the episode now on Spotify: With decades of experience, Brackenbury offers a grounded, science-led perspective on skincare trends, education and the future of the profession. Many know her …
Jason Bevan announced as keynote speaker at Salon Growth Summit 2026
Former Warner Bros creative leader Jason Bevan will share innovation and storytelling techniques with salon owners at Olympia London. Bevan, who is the former head of creative development and VP marketing EMEA at Warner Bros Studios, has been announced as the second keynote speaker for the Salon Growth Summit 2026, taking place at Olympia London on March …
the five colours set to shape beauty, nails and salon design
Published 16th Jan 2026 Pinterest’s annual colour forecast highlights five emotionally driven hues expected to influence beauty, nails, salon design and branding in 2026 Pinterest has unveiled its Pinterest Palette 2026, revealing five bold colours predicted to shape creative, consumer and design decisions over the year ahead. Drawn from the searches and saves of more than 600 …







