Personalised skincare and skin diagnostics drive beauty purchasing, report finds
A new industry report reveals guided skin diagnostics, personalised skincare routines and virtual makeup try-ons are transforming how consumers discover and buy beauty. The findings highlight growing demand for consultation-led beauty experiences, offering new opportunities for salons and beauty professionals to strengthen treatments and retail.
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94% of hair and beauty businesses support VAT cut to 10%, survey finds
A new industry survey has found 94% of hair and beauty businesses support reducing VAT to 10% to help drive growth, while rising employment costs remain the sector’s biggest challenge.
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Benchmark your business – take PB’s Insider Survey
Help shape future content in Professional Beauty magazine by sharing your insights in our March 2025 Insider Survey for salon and spa professionals
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49% of people now get beauty recommendations from AI, report says
The 2026 Beauty Reset report reveals a polarised market where only 17% of consumers can spend freely, online beauty is growing at 9%, and 49% of shoppers now receive AI-driven product recommendations. Here’s what the data means for UK salons, spas and professional beauty retail in 2026.
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The Gel Bottle founder apologises following criticism over BIAB reformulation
The Gel Bottle has confirmed it began transitioning some BIAB shades to a new TPO & HEMA-free formulation in 2025 as part of its long-term regulatory planning.
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