Updated on 03rd Nov 2025 As weight loss drugs like Ozempic surge in popularity, more clients are seeking treatments to tighten loose skin. Here’s how beauty professionals can safely and effectively address post-weight-loss skin laxity WIth the rise of medication like Ozempic and Mounjaro, rapid weight loss has become more accessible than ever before. For …
Townhouse launches debut nail polish and gel lines
Premium salon brand Townhouse has introduced its first-ever professional gel and polish ranges Luxury nail salon brand Townhouse has unveiled its first nail polish collection, The Flawless Collection, marking a major step in the brand’s evolution from salon service provider to beauty retail brand. The collection introduces two debut product lines – Flawless Gel and Flawless Polish – both developed with advanced …
Berry hues, mocha neutrals & blurred skin
Autumn/winter 2025 makeup trends are all about creative colour play. From deep berry tones and jewel-toned hues to blurred, skin-first finishes, here’s your complete guide to the makeup shades, textures and techniques defining the season. Dark tones remained prominent in the autumn/winter 2025 fashion circuit, with trend forecaster WGSN reporting that these shades accounted for 33% …
Ghost nails, blood splatter & more
Looking for fresh Halloween nail inspiration for 2025? Whether your clients love eerie elegance or full-on fright-night glam, these nail art looks will keep their manicure on-theme all weekend. Here are five fun Halloween nail art ideas from our followers on Instagram. Ghost nails with a cat eye twist These ghost nails by @jark.nails perfectly blend …
how to protect your beauty business
Updated on 28th Oct 2025 Cybercrime is evolving faster than ever, and small beauty businesses are now prime targets. Experts explain why salons and spas can no longer afford to ignore cybersecurity and how to stay one step ahead October is Cyber Awareness Month, a timely reminder that the digital threat landscape has shifted dramatically. …
Common mistakes, perfect ratios & arch placement advice from top techs
Perfecting acrylic nails takes skill and precision. From mastering your liquid-to-powder ratio to getting the arch placement right and avoiding over-filing, we asked leading nail experts to share their best acrylic application tips and common mistakes to avoid Whether you’re a new nail tech or an experienced pro, here’s how to create flawless, long-lasting acrylic sets. …
Where is Sephora in the UK?
Sephora UK is accelerating its store expansion, aiming to open 20 locations by 2026, with further growth and a potential London flagship planned for 2027/2028 Sephora UK is fast-tracking its physical retail growth, with managing director Sarah Boyd targeting 20 UK stores by the end of 2026. Following the successful launch of 11 stores in …
Landmark VAT ruling could change how aesthetic treatments are classified
A landmark Upper Tribunal ruling is expected to have major implications for how VAT is applied to aesthetic and cosmetic treatments performed by medically registered practitioners in the UK. Until now, there has been some debate as to whether or not aesthetic treatments should be subject to VAT if they are carried out by a …