LED light therapy is widely used in professional beauty treatments, but not all devices are created equal – aesthetic nurse Pam Cushing explores the key factors practitioners should consider when selecting an LED system for safe and effective cosmetic treatments When selecting an LED device, one of the most important considerations is whether it holds …
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 …
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 …
Updated on 11th Feb 2026 Ancient hot-cold rituals are having a high-tech resurgence as clients embrace temperature extremes for clarity, resilience and faster recovery – here’s what you need to know Traditionally a practice rooted in Russian banyas and Nordic bathing culture, contrast therapy has rapidly become one of the most searched-for wellness experiences in …
Apprenticeships play a vital role in developing skilled, confident professionals within the beauty industry. For salons and spas, they offer a practical, long-term solution to nurturing talent while maintaining high standards of service. We spoke with Kerry Symons, spa manager at Champneys Henlow, about why apprenticeships work so well for beauty businesses – and how …
Elemis co-founder Oriele Frank has confirmed she is leaving the premium British skincare brand after more than three decades Elemis co-founder and chief product & sustainability officer Oriele Frank has announced that she is stepping away from the brand after 33 years. Frank shared the news in a LinkedIn post, describing her exit as “time …
Following a high number of entries over the last week, we are extending the submission deadline for the World Spa & Wellness Awards 2026. With many last-minute entries, deadline has been extended to 17:00 (GMT) on February 6, 2026, to give everyone plenty of time to complete their submissions. Entries will now remain open until …
Cornwall-based Nordic sauna and cold-water therapy brand Saunassa has officially launched its franchise model two years after opening its first site in Newquay, following rapid growth and strong community demand Founded in 2023 by Zoey Cotton and Derry Smith, Saunassa has grown from a single local startup into a franchise-ready wellbeing brand in just two …