On Friday 8th November, PCA Skin, Colgate's renowned cosmeceutical skincare brand held their annual Social Symposium at London's Bulgari Hotel, celebrating another incredible year from the brand. The highly-anticipated event provided a night of education, innovation, and celebration with a twist, with an awards ceremony which honoured stockists who have delivered exceptional patient results through industry best practices, followed by an exclusive announcement of their new 2025 brand ambassadors along with insightful expert-led talks from Clinical Educator, Karen Olsoy, Dr Hannah Higgins from The Wellness Space and Sophie Attwood, Leading PR founder and CEO of SA Communications. 

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Unilever has made a significant stride in the beauty industry by investing a substantial €100 million to establish a state-of-the-art fragrance house. This bold move signifies the company's dedication to innovation and its aspiration to elevate its fragrance offerings to new heights.

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A study presented to the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) uncovers that over 50% of individuals who travel abroad for cosmetic surgery end up regretting their decision. The study, which won the BAAPS Hackett Memorial Prize 2024, delves into a decade of patient experiences at a UK tertiary plastic surgery unit, shedding light on the consequences of the growing trend of cosmetic tourism.

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Clinic Brands is excited to welcome Jo Pillans as the new Head of Sales UK & NI for Skeyndor. Jo brings a wealth of experience from the beauty and aesthetic industry, having worked with leading brands such as Image Skincare, Inika Organic, and most recently Obagi Medical.  Jo also held the position of Director of Training and Development at the Edinburgh School of Beauty.

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For over 60 years, VTCT has been at the forefront of vocational education. This month, they have taken a bold step forward by introducing VTCT Skills—a unified brand that reflects their rich heritage and their exciting vision for the future.

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Centre for Surgery, the Marylebone-based Plastic Surgery Clinic, announce the expansion of their service offering with a selection of minimally invasive surgical procedures, designed to be performed under local anaesthesia.  Renowned for their commitment to providing advanced cosmetic procedures and transforming lives with patient-centric care, the clinic will launch the new treatments in November as an extension of this. 

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Skin + Me, the brand that single-handedly democratised dermatology when it launched dermatologist-prescribed formulas and the now iconic and much-loved Daily Doser, has set its sight on retail, launching an exclusive retail collection into John Lewis and Boots.

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The highly anticipated Park Hyatt London River Thames has opened its doors, marking the debut of the luxury Park Hyatt brand in the UK. Nestled in Nine Elms, this riverside sanctuary seamlessly blends contemporary design with understated elegance. At the heart of its offerings lies The Spa.

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The Aestheticare Faculty, a distinguished board comprising some of the country’s leading experts in aesthetic medicine and skin health is proud to welcome their newest member, Dr Catherine Fairris, BSc (Hons), MB ChB, MRCP (UK), MSc Aesthetics and a highly-respected name in aesthetic medicine.

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Radisson Blu London, now part of the Axiom Hospitality Group, has announced its partnership with renowned fragrance lifestyle brand Urban Apothecary London. To celebrate the launch, both brands will collaborate on a series of activities throughout the festive season.

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British dermatological skincare brand, Medik8, renowned for clinically proven age-defying skincare continues to build and expand its global community of affiliated experts. On-boarding Dr Bibi Ghalaie, who will serve as the brand’s Global Pro Ambassador. Advising the Medik8 R&D and Education Teams across patient trends, aesthetic procedures and clinic advancements to inform new product development. Inspiring future breakthrough innovations that Medik8 is known for.

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The UK’s leading spa booking agency Spabreaks.com has hired a money saving expert Laura Turner to support their consumers with managing their wellness spending following the release of the government budget. Inline with the hire, Spabreaks.com have also released their biggest ever exclusive sale offering consumers the very best deals available across the spa industry. 

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Trevor Sorbie MBE, the celebrated British hairdresser known for his innovative contributions to the industry, has passed away at the age of 75. He died peacefully, surrounded by his family and beloved dog.

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Following a BBC investigation revealing training centres offering one-day "fat reduction masterclasses" to beauty therapists, the British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology (BABTAC) has issued a stark warning against unregulated liposuction courses for non-medics. These courses, advertised as fat reduction training, have raised significant health and safety concerns, with BABTAC emphasising that liposuction is a surgical procedure legally restricted to trained medical professionals in the UK.

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Keune Haircosmetics and Trevor Sorbie salons have announced a strategic partnership, marking a significant milestone for both brands. This collaboration will see Trevor Sorbie salons incorporating Keune's premium haircare products to enhance their client services.

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CeraVe, the go-to brand for dermatologist-developed skincare, is officially making waves in the hair care market with its newly launched line of anti-dandruff shampoos and conditioners. Known for delivering effective, budget-friendly solutions, CeraVe’s new collection aims to tackle common scalp issues with the same science-backed approach that has made its skincare products household staples.

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Liver health is central to our overall wellbeing as a healthy liver can improve mental clarity and aid energy, skin, mood, immunity and sleep. Launching its state-of-the-art solutions exclusively to John Bell & Croyden, The Liver Clinic is advancing the future of global liver health, combining traditional eastern medicine with cutting edge western technology to improve both your liver health and overall health and well-being. Located in the centre of London's renowned medical district, The Liver Clinic offers the FibroScan, a non-invasive scan that accurately measures your liver health alongside personalised liver wellness and leading edge food supplement consultations.

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Déesse PRO, a leader in LED light therapy technology, has appointed Dr. Patrick Treacy as an ambassador for their latest LED platform, EOS-X by Déesse PRO. This FDA-cleared Class II device, designed in the UK and manufactured to medical ISO standards, features an advanced hardshell delivery system with single, dual, and triple wavelength medical-grade LEDs, including the first professional application of 1070nm technology.

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A recent independent survey by Teoxane, in collaboration with DRG Global, has shed light on the beauty and confidence landscape among UK women. The Teoxane Age of Wellness Report, which surveyed 2,500 respondents, reveals that 43% of UK women report low self-esteem, with 45% expressing a desire for greater confidence in their appearance. The study indicates a growing trend toward aesthetic treatments as a pathway to boosted self-image and self-esteem.

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