Covid-19 pandemic prompts rise in use of skincare products
More U.S women are using skincare products compared to 12 months ago, according to research from The NPD Group. Close to 40% of skincare users reported using products more often now than in 2019. The use of standard products, such as cleansers and moisturisers, as well as treatments including exfoliators,…
Read MoreRetail the Spongellé Private Reserve Collection for decadent gifting
Spongellé has revealed the Private Reserve Collection; an exclusive, limited edition collection of body buffers. Each buffer is infused with a sophisticated scent and features extracts of yuzu, edelweiss and vetiver. Ideal for retailing in-salon ahead of the gifting season, the collection is designed to cleanse, exfoliate, massage and hydrate…
Read MoreNo7 launches online personalised skin analysis
No7, the Boots own-brand skincare range, has partnered with beauty tech company, Revieve, to bring consumers a personalised skin analysis in the comfort of their own homes. Visitors to Boots’ UK and Ireland websites can access the Personalised Skin Analysis service, an AI-powered self-diagnostic tool that analyses users’ skin and…
Read MoreARClight initiative launches to support black-owned skincare brands
Ultrasun and Skinsense have joined forces to launch ARClight; an initiative designed to champion and support black-owned skincare brands to achieve the mainstream platform they deserve. ARClight will launch this year and run annually. Each year the initiative will offer an independent black-owned skincare brand access to a suite of…
Read MoreTreat dehydrated skin with BeautyLab 4D Hyaluronic Acid + B5 Serum
BeautyLab London has launched the 4D Hyaluronic Acid + B5 Serum, ideal for retailing to clients or incorporating into in-salon facial treatments. Targeting multiple skin layers, the serum is infused with four kinds of hyaluronic acid that deliver hydration, reduce water loss and provide 24-hour moisturisation. Vitamin B5 penetrates the…
Read MoreThe most Googled skincare ingredients of the year
Beauty & skincare supplier, Cult Beauty, has discovered the most searched for skincare ingredients of the year so far. Using data from search engine, Google, including the most searched skin care questions, Cult Beauty has identified trends and ingredients to note. Vitamin C is the most searched for ingredient, while…
Read MoreMore than half of social media users self-conscious about showing their natural skin
According to a survey of 2,000 people conducted by Skin Proud, more than half (55%) of social media users are self-conscious about the appearance of their natural skin. More than a third (40%) of people attributed this lack of confidence to comparing themselves to others, while more than a quarter…
Read MoreThe differences between an allergy & irritation
Caroline Rainsford, head of scientific & environmental services at the CTPA, reveals the differences between allergies and irritation and how to spot them… People often describe any type of reaction as an ‘allergy’, especially when talking about reactions to cosmetics. In fact, the two main types of reactions to cosmetic…
Read MoreWant to soothe dry, chapped hands? Indigo Nails can help
Frequent hand washing and sanitising can take its toll on skin, causing dryness and irritation. Pump moisture back into hands with the sumptuous Indigo Home Spa hand cream range; nine dermatologically tested moisturisers – each with a captivating scent. Featuring a combination of glycerin, almond oil, shea butter, cocoa butter…
Read MoreBrighten retail offerings with Mavex White Perfection Booster Serum
As part of the brand’s White Perfection treatment range, Mavex has launched the Booster Serum ideal for incorporating into the full facial treatment or retailing to clients for at-home use. The triple-action concentrated face serum boasts anti-ageing, anti-dark spots and cellular renewal benefits. What’s more, the serum is suitable for…
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