Wildsmith Skin has launched The Treehouse, a permanent treatment and retail space on the fourth floor of Liberty London. This new venue follows the success of Wildsmith's temporary Wildsmith House earlier this year and solidifies the brand’s presence within Liberty, offering an immersive, nature-inspired experience.

Sinclair Pharma has announced Amber Edwards as its new Global Chief Executive Officer, effective 1st October 2024. Edwards brings over 25 years of experience in the health and wellness industry, with a strong track record in pharmaceuticals, medical aesthetics, and medical devices. She has held executive roles in both start-ups and large corporations, including her most recent position as Chief Commercial Officer at Alastin Skincare. There, she significantly grew revenue and played a key role in Alastin’s acquisition by Galderma​.

Witch Skincare, the expert in blemish-prone skin since 1959, launched its first ever, creative ‘peel to reveal’ billboard advertisement in Manchester. As part of the launch for its innovative Witch Don’t Stress Spot Patches, consumers were invited to take part in revealing its new billboard near Tesco Express Oxford House on Oxford Street. The advertisement was covered with 400 sticky notes, each containing a positive affirmation that individuals had to peel away. With three sticky tabs removed every minute, the advertisement was fully revealed within just two hours! In addition to a confidence boost, participants received a free full-size sample of new Witch Don’t Stress Spot Patches to take home. The Witch team also sampled other products in the range, giving away over 1,000 samples in total to local shoppers and students.

The Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) has issued new guidelines aimed at curbing unsafe practices in buttock augmentation, including Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) procedures. These guidelines, developed in collaboration with the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) and the British Beauty Council, respond to growing concerns about the dangers posed by unqualified practitioners performing these procedures, especially following the tragic death of Alice Webb, the UK's first reported fatality linked to a liquid BBL performed by a non-medic​.

BABTAC (British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology) who are on a mission to improve inclusivity within the beauty industry (they just last year launched their Diversity & Inclusivity Best Practice Guide in line with Transgender Week), have released the MENOPAUSE: A BABTAC Best Practice Guide, for their thousands of professional members who work up and down the country.

The Skin Diary, known for its bespoke skincare solutions, has launched a new podcast series, Skin Ageing Unlocked, aimed at demystifying the science behind skin ageing. Hosted by Dr. Clare Kiely, a consultant dermatologist, and health journalist Fiona Clark, the podcast seeks to provide listeners with evidence-based insights into maintaining healthy skin as they age.

On October 25-26, Tinder will host a pop-up nail bar in London, called Nailing Dating, aimed at empowering singles to navigate modern dating challenges. Located at 67 Great Titchfield Street, the pop-up will offer complimentary manicures, nail art, and workshops in collaboration with the NGO NO MORE, which focuses on ending domestic violence and sexual assault. This initiative follows research indicating that many single women view nail bars as safe spaces to discuss dating candidly.

On-demand beauty services platform, Ruuby, announces its expansion into the broader European market by launching in its first permanent international region, Zurich Switzerland. Ruuby has appointed resident and established entrepreneur Bianca Keyman as Head of Business Development across Switzerland.

Comedian Jack Whitehall has partnered with CeraVe to lead their new #FactCheckYourFeed campaign, aimed at addressing the spread of misinformation around skincare on social media. This initiative seeks to debunk popular myths and promote accurate, science-based information, especially among younger audiences.

The Aesthetic Pharmacy Group UK (APGUK) has officially launched, offering dedicated support and advocacy for pharmacists practicing in the field of aesthetic medicine. Initially started as an informal online community in 2014, APGUK has now formalised into a structured organisation led by Chair Sophie Riddell, alongside founding board members Amar Suchde and Gillian Murray. The group's mission is to promote safe, ethical, and evidence-based practices for pharmacists engaged in non-surgical aesthetic treatments, including injectable therapies, skin consultations, and product recommendations​.

Daisy Kalnina, founder of the internationally acclaimed nail brand The GelBottle, has launched a luxurious new full-service spa, TGB Spa, in Brighton. The spa offers an array of high-end treatments, including manicures, pedicures, massages, facials, lash services, and advanced beauty treatments like lymphatic drainage, laser treatments, microneedling, IV drips, and Botox.

AKT London, The brand behind the 'most awarded British deodorant', known for its high-performance, natural formulation and eco-friendly packaging, is excited to announce that it has secured significant investment, courtesy of Felix Capital, to support its scale and growth.

In a heartfelt initiative to drive awareness and normalise “normal” skin, renowned skin health brand Westlab is proud to announce the launch of its latest campaign, #ShareYourFlare. Timed to coincide with National Eczema Week and World Psoriasis Day, this campaign seeks to spotlight the real-life stories of individuals living with eczema, psoriasis, Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW) and many other visible skin conditions.  The aim is to inspire a conversation that sheds light on the daily challenges faced by millions and encourages others to share their journeys.

Multi award-winning CBD wellness brand, Nature’s Journey is delighted to announce that they are now a Certified B Corporation.

In November 2024, Grown Alchemist, the renowned biological beauty brand, will open its first flagship store outside of Melbourne in London's creative district, Soho. This innovative space will span two interactive floors, providing an immersive skincare experience through Grown Alchemist's biotech-based skin and body care formulas.

UK-based independent skincare retailer Face the Future is launching a new beauty podcast titled "Skincare and Beyond". Available to listen or watch starting 14th October on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon, the podcast promises to deliver insightful conversations with leading figures in the beauty industry.

111 Harley St., the award-winning clinic for plastic surgery and non-surgical transformations, is proud to announce that their Founder and Medical Director, Dr Yannis Alexandrides MD FACS, and PBL Columnist has been awarded the prestigious title of Surgeon of the Year at the Skincare Anarchy Professional Awards 2024.

Lumene Group, a leading Nordic beauty company, has proudly announced its certification as a B Corporation (B Corp). This significant achievement highlights the company's dedication to high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability. Lumene is the first beauty company in Finland to achieve this certification, joining a global community of businesses committed to making a positive impact on people and the planet.

Huda Kattan is launching her first project since she started Huda Beauty fourteen years ago! After launching the Huda Beauty blog on April 29th, 2010, Huda will launch 'Huda Hotline' on July 23rd, 2024!

Juvéderm, a global leader in medical aesthetics, has unveiled its latest report, “Decoding the Future of Aesthetic Individuality.” The comprehensive report highlights a significant shift in beauty standards, with a growing focus on individuality as the new ideal. Based on a survey of over 6,500 participants across 12 countries, including 500 from the UK, the findings reveal that 49% of UK consumers no longer see "classic" beauty as relevant, with 62% agreeing that individuality is now the paramount factor in defining beauty.