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Cosmetics Sector Sees Major Deals and Legal Hurdles
eBay to acquire Depop for $1.2bn as Natura sells Avon Russia, while legal scrutiny intensifies across the beauty sector.
Mother's Day Marketing Needs Empathy, Not Just Sales
Mother's Day marketing success relies on thoughtful, empathetic campaigns, not just sentimentality, according to Phorest's Larissa Hodgins.
Soft Skills Crucial for Salon Success: 85% of Job Performance
An estimated 85% of job success in the beauty industry relies on soft skills, emphasizing client connection and communication over technical ability.
Boots Trials In-Store Prescribed Weight Loss Service
Boots is piloting an in-store weight loss treatment service across 17 UK locations, offering face-to-face consultations with pharmacist prescribers.
Olive Young Targets K-Wellness with New 'Olive Better' Concept
CJ Olive Young launched its first wellness-focused concept store, 'Olive Better,' in Seoul, expanding beyond K-beauty into the K-wellness market.
Nail Techs Mark Year of the Horse with 17 Creative Designs
Seventeen nail technicians submitted Year of the Horse designs to a Scratch magazine challenge on 18 February 2026.
NYFW AW26 Nails: 3D, Sharp Shapes and Natural Tones Dominate
NYFW AW26 trends included 3D accents, sharp shapes, geometry, and natural finishes, offering diverse inspiration for UK salons.
Seasonal Packages Drive Year-Round Hair Extension Bookings
Inanch Emir outlines five seasonal marketing strategies for hair salons to boost year-round bookings for extension services.
Matrix Partners with KATSEYE for Inclusive Haircare Push
Matrix names girl group KATSEYE as Global Brand Ambassadors on 19th Feb 2026 to promote inclusive, professional haircare for all hair types.
Vanderbilt Minerals Bankruptcy: Talc Lawsuits Hit $117M
Vanderbilt Minerals filed for bankruptcy due to over 1,400 talc lawsuits, with costs reaching $117.2 million.