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Beauty Sector Sees $120m Funding, Brand Acquisitions & Legal Battles

Beauty Sector Sees $120m Funding, Brand Acquisitions & Legal Battles

Yatsen raised US$120 million, while Henkel acquired Not Your Mother's and Estée Lauder filed a lawsuit over name usage. Retail expansion and sustainability efforts also marked the week.

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Global Cosmetics NewsMar 14, 2026
Rainbow Room International Celebrates 37th Congress and Salon Success

Rainbow Room International Celebrates 37th Congress and Salon Success

Rainbow Room International's 37th Annual Congress saw its eleven salons honoured, with Buchanan Street taking 12 awards.

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Salon BusinessMar 14, 2026
Age-Defying Haircuts: Salon Insights on Youthful Styles

Age-Defying Haircuts: Salon Insights on Youthful Styles

Experts highlight that shoulder-length layers, lobs, and curtain bangs can create a more youthful appearance by adding softness and movement.

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Kapils SalonMar 14, 2026
Home Salon Design Inspired by Diet Coke Can

Home Salon Design Inspired by Diet Coke Can

Castleford home salon Narelle Beauty features a bold, girly design inspired by a Diet Coke can, utilising dusty rose and blush pink tones.

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Scratch MagazineMar 13, 2026
Salon Survival: Why 80% Close in 18 Months?

Salon Survival: Why 80% Close in 18 Months?

80% of salons close within 18 months; mastering business management is essential for survival and profitability beyond technical skills.

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DaySmartMar 13, 2026
Akt London Lands Major US Retail Deal with Sephora

Akt London Lands Major US Retail Deal with Sephora

UK body care brand Akt London is launching on Sephora.com March 17 and in 288 stores April 6, marking its largest U.S. retail expansion.

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Global Cosmetics NewsMar 13, 2026
Nail Biting: A Compulsive Habit Affecting 20-30% of Adults

Nail Biting: A Compulsive Habit Affecting 20-30% of Adults

20-30% of adults habitually bite their nails, a condition known as onychophagia, which can lead to physical and psychological issues.

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Scratch MagazineMar 12, 2026
R+R Studios: Dundee Barbers Build Community on Family

R+R Studios: Dundee Barbers Build Community on Family

Dundee's R+R Studios prioritises community and family, building a reputation on personality-driven service and continuous learning.

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Barber EVOMar 12, 2026
2026 Nail Trends: Volume and 90s Revival Predicted

2026 Nail Trends: Volume and 90s Revival Predicted

Nail artist Sarah Akhtyrska predicts a 2026 trend towards volume, intricate designs, and a 90s revival, moving away from minimalism.

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Scratch MagazineMar 12, 2026
PB Group Extends Business Growth Events to Three UK Cities

PB Group Extends Business Growth Events to Three UK Cities

Professional Beauty Group is bringing business growth education to Glasgow, Birmingham, and Leeds with new regional summits from April to June 2026.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveMar 12, 2026