Busting 8 Popular Myths About Waxing
With summer in full swing and swimwear season upon us, many turn to waxing as their go-to hair removal solution. Yet despite its popularity, waxing remains surrounded by myths that often leave people hesitant or confused about the process. Although intimate waxing consistently makes up the majority of service revenue at Strip, the brand sees a noticeable spike in demand as summer approaches, typically increasing by around 13%. Monica Ella Botros, Managing Director at London’s award-winning Strip Hair Removal Experts, is here to set the record straight, busting common misconceptions and sharing essential facts for a smooth and confident summer.
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The Best of Summer 2025 Make Up Trends
Professional makeup artist Sarah-Jane Froom shares her go-to guide for mastering Summer 2025’s biggest trend: pastels. From lilac eyes to peachy cheeks and balmy lips, discover how to translate runway colour into wearable everyday looks. With expert tips, high-low product picks and ideas for everything from brunch to festivals, this feature shows how to make soft colour seriously chic — without going full Barbie.
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There Are Only 7 Licensed Anti-Wrinkle Injectables in the UK – What Are They?
Despite the growing number of injectable products on the market, only seven botulinum toxin type A formulations are currently licensed by The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) for aesthetic use in the UK. Each has undergone rigorous evaluation for safety, quality and efficacy. For practitioners, the real point of interest lies in how these products differ in formulation, clinical behaviour and treatment outcomes.
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Why Adding Sparkling Water Will Upgrade The Effects of Your Facials
Carbonated water has become an unexpected yet scientifically grounded addition to professional facial treatments. What began as a K-beauty trend has gained global interest, not only for its refreshing feel but also for its documented effects on skin cleansing, circulation and oxygen delivery. Behind the bubbles lies a cascade of physiological mechanisms that enhance skin health, particularly when tied to the Bohr effect.
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Best New Professional Beauty Treatments in June 2025
Professional skincare has moved well beyond one-size-fits-all facials and generic body wraps. The new generation of treatments is tailored, sensorial and quietly high-tech, delivering real results with none of the post-treatment fuss. Whether it's a facial built around your dosha type, a cellulite treatment that doesn't rely on suction, or a spa ritual that begins at your feet and ends with mineral SPF, this year’s standout launches are precise, personal and refreshingly low-key.
In this roundup, we spotlight the newest professional beauty treatments that deserve your attention. From biotech facials to device-led contouring, these are the ones already making waves in clinics and treatment rooms across the country.
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Oscar Emil on Bottling First Love at Seventeen
Some stories aren’t written, they’re felt. And Oscar Emil tells his through scent. At just 17 years old, Oscar Hedegaard, known through his eponymous label Oscar Emil, is reshaping the conversation around scent with a voice that is both disarmingly honest and artistically bold. His debut line, The Love Collection, is not a typical launch. It is an emotional archive, a deeply personal expression rendered in perfume.
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Getting Botox in my 20s Was The Best Decision I Made
Getting anti-wrinkle injections in your 20s, I have learnt, is a controversial thing to do, and I have to admit, it's not something I thought I would be doing at the age of 27. With the rise of popularity in aesthetic treatments (and alongside this, of my insecurities) I knew I would be getting anti-wrinkle injections sooner rather than later, but I had envisioned waiting until I hit 30. But what would really change when I entered into my third decade of life? After my consultation with Dr Ash Soni, my mind was settled. There was no point waiting when the frown lines at rest were already appearing, and so I began my Botox journey.
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Why Gourmand and Foodie Fragrances are Big This Season
Food-inspired perfumes, often called foodie fragrances, have become a beloved category in modern perfumery. They capture the aromas of edible treats, from rich vanilla and chocolate to spicy cinnamon and even bakery delights. This report delves into the types of foodie fragrances, the chemistry behind their creation, and the market trends and brands driving their popularity. Insights from fragrance experts, scientific sources, and industry reports are included to provide a thorough and accessible overview.
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The Importance of Skin Preparation for Permanent Make-Up on Brows and Lips
Our columnist Nez Hasan shares her expert guide to skin prep for permanent makeup, from brows to lips. With nearly a decade of experience in enhancing natural beauty, she explains how small steps like exfoliating, hydrating and avoiding harsh products can make a major difference in pigment retention, healing and results. Whether you're new to semi-permanent treatments or a returning client, this is your go-to checklist for flawless, long-lasting results.
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Skin Deep? Not Anymore. The Facial That’s Rewiring How We See Ourselves
Esperer, founded by CBT-trained psychologist Dina El Adlani, is blending facial treatments with cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). The CBT Facial is less about miracle ingredients and more about reconnecting skin with self-worth. It’s catching quiet momentum as one of the boldest ideas in the beauty world. Not because of the products used, but because of what they’re paired with.
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Wellness Is Now a $2 Trillion Industry in the US. What Happens Next for the UK?
Wellness has moved from the margins to the centre. In the United States, the industry is now worth over $2 trillion, making up nearly one-third of the global wellness economy. This figure reflects more than a market trend. It marks a change in how people live, spend, and seek comfort in a fast-moving, fragmented world.
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What Your Eyes Say About Menopause
Our Columnist Lisa Franklin explores how menopause is far more than hot flushes and mood swings. From dry eyes to disrupted sleep, she reveals how hormonal changes affect the whole body — and why it’s time we stop treating these symptoms in isolation.
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Why “Drying Out” Acne Spots Isn’t the Answer – And What to Do Instead
There’s something almost instinctive about the impulse to zap a spot the moment it appears. A dab of toothpaste, a splash of rubbing alcohol; anything to shrink it overnight. But this common “drying out” approach to treating acne is not just outdated; it may be doing more harm than good. For professionals guiding patients through acne care, the conversation is shifting from surface-level quick fixes to strategies that support skin barrier integrity, minimise inflammation, and accelerate proper healing.
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The Rewilding Facial That Brings Nature to Your Skin
In ecological terms, rewilding refers to the process of restoring natural ecosystems; giving land and species space to return to their original, untamed state. It’s a regenerative approach, rooted in the belief that when we let nature take the lead, remarkable things can happen. With its new Rewilding Facial, Lush Spa takes that same philosophy and applies it not only to the products on your skin, but to the nervous system, too. Think of it as rewilding for both the planet and the self.
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Inside London’s New Wave of Luxury Wellness Spaces
There’s a quiet shift happening in London’s wellness landscape — one that’s trading fast-paced, clinical environments for slower, more intentional spaces where design, hospitality, and care are treated as a single, seamless offering. And nowhere is that shift more clearly felt than at The Six, a newly opened salon and wellness destination in Mayfair that feels less like a place to get a haircut and more like a cultural experience.
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Top 7 Matcha-Infused Skincare Products
Matcha drinks are everywhere right now — from trendy cafes to our social feeds, that vibrant green powder is stealing the show. But matcha isn’t just a delicious drink, it’s also a total game-changer for your skincare routine! Packed with antioxidants and skin-loving nutrients, matcha can help your skin glow just as much as your morning matcha latte perks you up.
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How to Naturally Enhance GLP-1 for Metabolic and Aesthetic Gains
In the field of beauty and wellness, appetite regulation is often discussed in passing but rarely understood in detail. Yet glucagon-like peptide-1, or GLP-1, offers genuine promise. This hormone is central to satiety, helping manage insulin, slow digestion, and regulate hunger. It also connects gut health to brain signalling, positioning it at the crossroads of aesthetic medicine and metabolic care.
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When to Stop a Peel and What Frosting Tells You
Chemical peels remain a trusted tool in aesthetic clinics for refreshing the skin. One of the most important signs practitioners watch for during these procedures is a visual cue called frosting. This distinctive whitening of the skin isn’t just a surface change; it reveals the depth of the peel and how the skin is responding to the acid.
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Deep-Plane Lifts Suspected Behind Hollywood’s Most Subtle Makeovers
There’s something about the latest round of celebrity red carpet appearances that’s set the aesthetic world buzzing. Anne Hathaway’s skin seems to defy gravity. Kris Jenner’s jawline has the tautness of someone decades younger. Lindsay Lohan is suddenly giving early-2000s cheekbones. What do they all have in common? According to aesthetic insiders, the likely answer isn’t filler, threads or filters—it’s the deep-plane facelift.
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Sarah Harbon, Benefit’s GM on What Beauty Looks Like When It Gives Back
Benefit Cosmetics is filled with passionate humans who want to give back to the community through beautiful means. That belief sits at the heart of Bold is Beautiful, a campaign that’s grown from a simple idea into a force for real change and celebrates its 10-year anniversary this month. In this interview, PBL Magazine speaks with Sarah Harbon, General Manager for the UK and Ireland, about how a mascara-themed relay turned into a global effort to support women in crisis. Through honest reflection and personal stories, she reveals how one beauty brand has woven care, connection, and community into everything it does.
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