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New Study Reframes Hydroquinone Ochronosis Cause
New research identifies tyrosinase metabolism, not HGD inhibition, as the cause of hydroquinone-induced ochronosis, impacting skincare formulation.

Valerie Health Secures $30M Series A for AI Doctor Front Offices
Valerie Health secured $30 million Series A funding to scale AI front offices for independent physician practices.

RPA Market to Surge to $247 Billion by 2035
The global robotic process automation market is set for explosive growth, expected to reach $247 billion by 2035.

Hair Pros Set 2026 Goals: Mentorship and Kit Investment
Hair industry professionals are setting New Year's resolutions focused on mentorship, skill diversification, and kit investment for 2026.

Firms Slacken on Gender Equity, New Report Finds
Companies are reducing dedication to advancing women, with a new promotion ambition gap noted between men and women.

Long Ponytail Braid Leads Festive Hair Trends for 2025
The long, low ponytail braid is highlighted as a key festive hair trend for 2025, offering versatility and understated glamour for party season styles.

Salon Owners Eye Scalability and Flexibility for 2026
Salon owners are planning for 2026 by focusing on scalability, team development, and flexible working models.

AI Skin Analysis Boosts Accuracy by Nearly 5% for Salons
EveLab Insight's new AI Foundation Model improves skin assessment accuracy by nearly 5%, with significant gains in UV spot and pore detection.

Salon Christmas Success: Rebooking, Retail, and Team Spirit
Salons can maximise Christmas through early rebooking, strategic retail bundles, and fostering team spirit, according to expert advice.

Client Hair Colour Choices: Demi, Semi, or Permanent
Rainbow Room International Artistic Director Suzie McGill explains how to choose between demi, semi, and permanent hair colour for clients.