K-beauty heavyweight Laneige is expanding its UK footprint through a landmark retail partnership with John Lewis & Partners, marking a significant moment in the mainstream adoption of Korean skincare across British beauty halls. The brand’s arrival in select flagship John Lewis stores from 14 July, as well as online, signals both increased demand and consumer appetite for advanced hydration-focused skincare rooted in South Korean R&D.

Mylee, the UK's number one gel nail brand, has recently launched its latest product innovation, the Mylee fully cured Gel Nail Wraps, the first of their kind in the UK. To mark the launch, Mylee is hitting the summer festival circuit with an experiential campaign designed to put the wraps to the ultimate test , on the hands of festival-goers at Glastonbury and Soho House Festival.

Leading global cloud software provider Zenoti has announced the launch of its free new growth hub for salon professionals. The Check-In is a go-to content and resource destination that’s powered by Zenoti and that connects professionals directly to thought leadership, innovative growth strategies, and actionable insights tailored specifically for their business. 

The Scottish Government has published its formal response to the public consultation on the regulation and licensing of non-surgical cosmetic procedures, confirming it will introduce legislation aimed at improving safety and oversight in the aesthetics sector.

Leading accessible health and beauty retailer Superdrug has today announced a landmark £20 million investment in its own-brand innovation, calling out overpriced beauty products, by delivering premium-formulations, trending ingredients and expert-backed alternatives at exceptional value, that rival the best in category.

A public health investigation is underway in the North East of England after 28 individuals, including a mother of four from Bishop Auckland, were hospitalised with botulism following anti-wrinkle injections believed to contain counterfeit botulinum toxin.

In a direct appeal to the professional skincare industry, The Facial Forum - a UK-based collective of over 70 solo estheticians and facialists, has published an open letter calling for urgent reform to rigid wholesale practices that exclude solo practitioners. Founded by Katie Onyejekwe, the group represents a growing movement of independent professionals who are pushing back against what they describe as outdated and exclusionary minimum order requirements.

The Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) is calling for urgent regulation to clamp down on providers of aesthetic procedures such as fat injections, Brazilian Butt Lifts, botox and fillers – warning the public that there is a wild west of untrained, unlicensed and uninsured individuals who may be putting lives in danger. 

Anada Spa and Wellness, founded by renowned wellness expert Deborah Carr, has made a significant breakthrough in the UK spa and wellness industry by launching the first-ever Sauna Master course accredited by the Beauty Guild. This marks a major step toward formalising and professionalising the art of sauna mastery in the UK.

Makeup artist Katie Jane Hughes is swapping celebrity clients for Covent Garden shoppers next week as she returns to her retail roots. On 17 June, she’ll be working the floor at Glossier’s London store from 2pm to 6pm, offering product advice and one-to-one beauty chats.

Sephora UK announces their 5 th store opening for 2025, bringing its signature stripes to Oxford this Autumn. Located at the iconic Westgate Oxford, this will be the retailer’s 11th UK store with 3,919 square footage of total sales floor space aiming to create an accessible and inspiring spaces for their customers in the historic Oxfordshire region.

F1 ACADEMY has announced a global partnership with Wella Company, naming the No.1 salon colour brand in the world, Wella Professionals as Official Partner of the all-female racing series. 

Think back. There’s a moment, maybe small, maybe life-changing, when GHOST was part of your story. Was it the scent you wore the day you first fell in love? A Christmas gift for your Mum that became her favourite? Or was it simply part of a story shared around the dinner table? 

L’Oréal has taken a significant step into the science-driven skincare arena by acquiring a majority stake in British brand Medik8 for an undisclosed amount. The deal, previously reported to be valued at approximately £800 million, positions L’Oréal to strengthen its luxury skincare division just as global demand for clinically backed skincare continues to climb.

This summer, ESPA invites you on a sensory journey to discover Your Summer Sanctuary, a season of radiant skin, mindful rituals, and restorative treatments designed to rejuvenate your entire being. Through results-driven natural ingredients and mindful moments, the campaign aims to empower self-connection and glowing vitality from within.

Sephora has unveiled its “We Belong To Something Beautiful” signature campaign with Haus Labs by Lady Gaga in partnership with Born This Way Foundation for a special collaboration during World Pride Month! 

JW Marriott will officially be opening the doors to its first Greek property, the JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa, set on 100 acres of unspoilt coastline with panoramic views of the Aegean Sea. The five-star retreat, which welcomes guests from 16 June, blends contemporary design with authentic Cretan heritage for a luxury experience rooted in wellbeing, nature and refined hospitality.

Huda Beauty, the globally renowned beauty brand, proudly announces that it has reclaimed full ownership as an independent brand following the conclusion of its eight-year partnership with TSG Consumer Partners (“TSG Consumer”). In 2017, TSG Consumer acquired a minority stake in the company. Now, in 2025, Huda Kattan, Founder and Co-CEO of Huda Beauty, has officially bought back her equity, regaining full control of the brand.

Kama Ayurveda, the leading brand in luxury Ayurvedic beauty, proudly announces the appointment of renowned facialist Katie England as its new Facialist Ambassador. This partnership marks a significant milestone in Kama Ayurveda’s expansion outside of the Indian market, with the goal of bringing the beauty of Ayurveda to the world.

British luxury foot, hand, and leg care brand has debuted in Australia exclusively at MECCA. Margaret Dabbs London, the globally renowned British beauty and wellness brand, is proud to announce its official launch in Australia through an exclusive partnership with MECCA, the country’s leading prestige beauty retailer.