Hair Syrup makes US retail debut in more than 600 Target stores
Hair Syrup has made its US retail debut with a launch across more than 600 Target stores and online, bringing the independent British brand’s pre-wash and leave-in hair oils to American shoppers through the retailer’s new Target Beauty Studio.
Sephora Partners With John Legend for 2026 Christmas Campaign
Sephora Europe has partnered with John Legend for its 2026 Christmas campaign, commissioning an original song from the artist as the centrepiece of the collaboration.
Manucurist secures Inflexion investment to accelerate US and retail expansion
Manucurist has agreed an investment from European mid-market private equity firm Inflexion, bringing new financial backing to the French nail care company as it pursues further growth in the US and other international markets.
KAYALI to Launch Across More Than 300 Sephora Stores in China
KAYALI will enter China on 15 October through an exclusive partnership with Sephora, launching across more than 300 stores and the retailer’s digital channels. The expansion follows two years of preparation and high double-digit growth across Asia, with KAYALI setting its sights on becoming one of Sephora China’s top three fragrance brands.
MAKEUP BY MARIO and Sephora UK Bring Sculpting Pop-Up to Spitalfields
MAKEUP BY MARIO is partnering with Sephora UK for a two-day pop-up in London’s Spitalfields, giving visitors the chance to explore founder Mario Dedivanovic’s signature make-up techniques through guided sessions with expert artists.
ANUA Expands UK Presence With Launch Into More Than 40 Space NK Stores
Korean skincare brand ANUA has launched into more than 40 Space NK stores and online, bringing a 35-product assortment to the retailer as it continues to expand its UK presence.
Urban Retreat Returns to the UK With Luxury Suites for Independent Beauty Professionals
Urban Retreat is relaunching with a new business model, opening private suites for independent hair, beauty and wellness professionals at One Smithfield this November. The relaunch brings founder George Hammer and International Development Director Reena Hammer together with hair industry educator John Gillespie, who takes on the role of CEO of Urban Retreat Suites.
MONPURE to Bring Free expert scalp consultations to Selfridges
MONPURE is bringing complimentary, one-to-one scalp analysis to Selfridges Beauty Concierge on Tuesday 22 September, giving shoppers the opportunity to discuss their scalp and haircare needs with the brand’s Lead Trichologist and Hair Loss Specialist, Sofia Baig.
Fernando Alonso Becomes the Face of Performance Longevity at SHA
SHA has appointed Fernando Alonso as its new Global Ambassador and Wellness Advisor, aligning the medical wellness group’s approach to longevity with one of the longest and most enduring careers in Formula One.
K18 Brings Hair Longevity and Complimentary Scalp Analysis to Harrods
The biotechnology-led haircare brand is taking its FutureIQ experience to the luxury department store for a two-week pop-up centred on scalp diagnostics and preventative haircare. K18 will open a dedicated FutureIQ Hair Longevity pop-up at Harrods from 16 to 28 September, pairing product discovery with complimentary scalp analysis consultations in The Library on the department store’s ground floor.
First ever Fro Festival 15-17th September at Coal Drops Yard
World Afro Day will mark its tenth anniversary with the launch of the first Fro Festival, a free three-day celebration of Afro hair, identity and culture taking place at Coal Drops Yard in King’s Cross from 15 to 17 September. The festival will transform Lower Stable Street with a programme spanning hair health, beauty, fashion, food and community events, while also creating space for discussions about product safety and Afro hair discrimination.
DCYPHER brings bespoke foundation technology to John Lewis Oxford Street
DCYPHER Beauty has launched at John Lewis Oxford Street, marking the brand's first physical retail location. The launch, which took place on September 8, gave customers the opportunity to experience DCYPHER’s patented AI-powered shade-matching technology in-store and have a completely bespoke foundation mixed and bottled in under two minutes.
Dermalogica PRO enters UK medical aesthetics supply chain through MedFx partnership
Dermalogica PRO has entered the UK medical aesthetics supply chain for the first time through an exclusive partnership with MedFx, which has been appointed the professional skin health brand’s official UK supplier. The agreement gives healthcare professionals access to Dermalogica PRO treatment packages, professional back-bar formulas, patient homecare and CPD-accredited education through a single medical aesthetics supplier.
Margaret Dabbs London expands Harrods presence with clinic relaunch
Margaret Dabbs London has expanded its presence at Harrods, relaunching its treatment offering within The Wellness Clinic on the fourth floor and securing a new standalone retail listing on the fifth floor.
BTL establishes new laser division and introduces EXOLASE ONE
BTL has established a dedicated laser division and introduced EXOLASE ONE, a facial rejuvenation platform based on fused erbium laser technology.
Treatwell launches AI Receptionist to handle salon calls and bookings
Treatwell has launched an AI Receptionist designed to answer salon phone calls, manage appointments and reduce the amount of time beauty professionals spend on administrative work. The new subscription tool works with a salon’s existing Treatwell calendar and can answer calls during opening hours, overnight or whenever the team is unable to pick up. Salons can forward their existing number permanently or only when the line is busy, at weekends or outside normal working hours. Using information supplied by the salon, including its treatment menu, staff profiles, opening hours and frequently asked questions, the AI Receptionist can respond to common enquiries and check live appointment availability. It can suggest alternative times or team members before adding, rescheduling or cancelling appointments directly in the calendar and sending confirmation to the client by text.
Skin Rocks expands into Europe with exclusive Douglas partnership
Skin Rocks by Caroline Hirons is expanding further into Europe through an exclusive retail partnership with Douglas. The rollout began in Poland on 4 September, with Germany, Austria and Switzerland set to follow during autumn 2026. The complete Skin Rocks collection will be available through Douglas online and in selected stores, giving customers the opportunity to discover the range both digitally and in person.
LYMA calls for new industry baseline to Make ‘Clinically Proven’ Mean Something Again
The wellness industry has become fluent in the language of science. “Clinically proven”, “expert-backed” and “science-led” now appear across everything from supplements to skincare, yet the evidence behind those words can vary considerably. LYMA believes the sector has reached a credibility problem and is proposing a new baseline against which health and wellness products can be judged.
Fenty Beauty takes Pro Filt’r Fluid Flex Foundation on four-city UK tour
Fenty Beauty is taking its latest foundation launch on the road with the Fluid Flex Gym, a touring pop-up designed to introduce consumers to the new Pro Filt’r Fluid Flex Natural Matte Longwear Foundation. The activation opens today, September 4, at the Space NK Beyond Beauty Festival in Covent Garden. It will remain in the capital until September 13 before travelling to Manchester, Birmingham and Liverpool over the coming weeks.
Townhouse Partners with FOREO for Red Light Therapy Manicures
Townhouse has partnered with FOREO to launch a new Red Light Therapy Manicure, combining professional nail care with an LED treatment designed specifically for the hands. The service incorporates the FAQ 221 LED Hand Mask from FOREO’s premium anti-ageing brand, FAQ Swiss, into the Townhouse Signature Manicure. It marks Townhouse’s first collaboration with FOREO, as well as its first move into LED-powered treatments.