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EU ends €150 import duty break for beauty goods
EU scraps duty-free import rule for goods under €150, adding a €3 charge for UK beauty businesses sourcing from the continent.
80s Hair Trend Revival: KIKU Salon's Modern Approach
KIKU Salon explains the modern 80s hair trend: clients want volume and movement with softness, not stiffness. Learn how haircuts and styling create wearable, confident looks.

Cancer Season Nail Art: 30 Design Ideas for Salons
Cancer season inspires 30 nail art designs, offering UK salons a chance to offer personalised, themed services that connect with clients' personal identity.

Apprenticeships Cultivate Skilled Nail Technicians for UK Salons
Apprenticeships offer UK salons a proven route to cultivate skilled nail technicians, providing hands-on experience and business acumen crucial for industry success.

Cosmetics Giants Invest, Innovate Despite Retail Slowdown
Global beauty giants are investing heavily in sustainability and retail tech amid mixed consumer demand. UK businesses can learn from their focus on eco-practice, data, and strategic partnerships.

UK Salon Owners: Business Success Hinges on Boundaries
UK salon owners can build a more sustainable and successful business by setting clear boundaries, investing in business education, and nurturing their unique brand.

UK Home Nail Salons: Legal, Finance & Setup Guide
UK home-based nail businesses need robust legal, financial, and design strategies. Focus on insurance, local marketing, and client experience for success.

Bedazzled Nails Resurge: Y2K Glamour and Celebrity Influence
Bedazzled nails are back in 2026, driven by Y2K nostalgia and celebrity style. This trend offers salons a chance to upsell custom, glamorous manicures.

Chanel's Selfridges pop-up highlights experiential retail for UK beauty businesses
Chanel's Selfridges pop-up for its new lip gloss collection demonstrates the power of experiential retail and hybrid beauty products for UK businesses.

Glossier raises $45m for expansion: what it means for UK beauty
Glossier secures US$45 million in debt financing for expansion, prompting UK beauty businesses to assess their own growth strategies and financial planning.