Teoxane has announced that it has been granted with the Medical Device Regulation (MDR) certification. Teoxane has thus become the first company that manufactures sterile, injectable, hyaluronic acid-based products specifically to treat wrinkles to have its entire product portfolio (TEOSYAL PureSense and TEOSYAL RHA) recognised for the safety and quality of its therapeutic and aesthetic properties.

Schwarzkopf Professional is thrilled to announce the talented individuals selected for the coveted Young Artistic Team (YAT) of 2024. Comprising the brightest emerging stars in hairdressing from across the UK and Ireland, the YAT program is a year-long mentoring initiative designed to cultivate and elevate the future leaders of the industry.

Russell Eaton’s Daniel Couch is one of the most respected colourists in the UK today. Having been with the company for 11 years, Daniel is celebrating his new role as Artistic Director having been promoted from Head of Colour for the salon group.

Transformulas Skincare, the iconic brand with nearly two decades of delivering evidence-based skincare solutions, proudly announces a groundbreaking partnership with esteemed TV Pharmacist (BBC, ITV) and healthcare lawyer Thorrun Govind.

Ask any Wella RED hairdresser their go-to event of the year, and RED Business Network Live is guaranteed to be a favourite. This year, more than 280 delegates headed to a new location at Liverpool Docks,  the luxury Titanic Hotel, for the 26th Business Network Live event. Wella RED Business Network Live is a firm favourite with the Wella family, and this year was no exception. 

OSMO is pleased to announce its latest team addition, the legendary Terry Longden.

The British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology (BABTAC) are delighted to announce that its annual Awards Gala Dinner & Celebration will be returning on the 10th of November 2024, held at the Fairmont Windsor Park Hotel for a third year running.

With work now underway on the impressive £2 million spa development at The Cairndale Hotel in Dumfries, the independently-owned venue has appointed new Spa Manager, Claire Primrose. With a decade of experience in the wellness and hospitality industry, Claire brings with her a proven track record of success to help establish The Cairndale Hotel as a leading destination for spa goers in the south of Scotland.

The award-winning spa and skincare brand, GAIA Skincare, is thrilled to appoint Jessica Scullion as their new Head of Sales, along with the internal promotion of Amy Harper, to Head of Development and Distribution.

Nail and Beauty professionals are going to love the ease of doing their shopping, education and enjoying the very best customer support from the multi award-winning team at Sweet Squared.

Shared Beauty Secrets, the UK’s distributor of Lava Shells and a leading brand in the spa, beauty and wellness industry, with an expertise in developing self-heating experiences, treatments and products, as celebrates its 15th business anniversary on 20th January 2024.

Always at the forefront of digital innovation and first class education, Wella Professionals has launched a brand new subscription based education platform, Wella ICONS. 

In a world where 65 million primary-aged children are denied the fundamental right to education, Tropic Skincare is making significant strides towards change. Commemorating the International Day of Education on January 24th, Tropic Skincare has proudly announced updated details of its impactful partnership with United World Schools (UWS), showcasing a robust commitment to transforming the lives of thousands of children globally.

The British Beauty Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Diana Verde Nieto and Nnenna Onuba to its Executive Board, effective immediately.

Proud distributors of Medik8, SkinBrands are pleased to announce that the premium British skincare brand has become B Corp certified, making it 1 of only 66 beauty manufacturers in the 8000-strong B Corp community worldwide to be recognised as a certified B Corporation. As a business that has always placed sustainability at the core of every decision, this is a pivotal milestone for Medik8.

Nail technology continues to develop at a fast pace, with new innovations meaning that training courses need to keep up with the latest techniques. CIBTAC is pleased to announce the launch of a new nail qualification, in response to the latest developments in the sector, as well as requests from both experts and employers looking for a comprehensive qualification covering the newer nail enhancement systems. 

Cynosure and Hahn & Company, which has recently acquired Lutronic, announced today that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement for a strategic combination of Cynosure and Lutronic. 

The South-West based spa brand, GAIA Skincare, are proud to announce they are launching with another four spa partners across the UK, after a busy 2023 they are thrilled to now have 50 partners across the UK and Europe.

It’s no surprise that modern dating has been greatly impacted by the internet and social media due to Gen Zs spending an increasing amount of time online, resulting in more relationships than ever starting on ‘the apps’ such as Hinge, Bumble, Tinder with online dating the most common way to meet your partner a recent report showed. Although dating apps seem ideal for their lifestyle, the Gen Z community identifies an increasing side effect of online dating – ghosting, the act of cutting someone off or blocking them without warning.