Amazon's lightning-fast delivery network, responsible for shipping over nine billion items globally in 2024 within a day or less, is experiencing a significant surge in the UK, driven by a growing appetite for beauty products.

Viral skincare sensation Byoma has unveiled a groundbreaking vegan alternative to snail mucin, poised to redefine skincare efficacy. Their new ingredient, phytomucin, promises the same powerful benefits as its animal-derived counterpart, including deep hydration, even skin tone, and improved texture.

Gen Z appears to be rethinking their approach to beauty, with a growing focus on preventative skincare that emphasizes overall skin health rather than the pursuit of flawless perfection. This shift marks a potential move away from the popularity of ‘baby Botox’ and other preventative injectables among young people, though the trend is still significant.

Revieve, a leading beauty technology platform, has launched a revolutionary new virtual try-on tool that allows consumers to explore a vast array of hair colours with unprecedented realism. This innovative technology is set to transform the way people experience hair colour transformations.

Beauty supplements are no longer just about vanity. Driven by consumer demand for a holistic approach to health, the market is experiencing significant growth, expanding beyond traditional hair, skin, and nail benefits.

Revieve, a beauty tech platform, has released a new report analysing consumer trends to help beauty brands and retailers maximize engagement and sales during the holiday season.

A recent study by Lookfantastic has revealed that Londoners may have some of the worst skin in the UK. The study analyzed various factors like sunlight exposure, pollution, and lifestyle habits to determine which cities are most and least friendly to youthful skin.

A recent study by digital marketing agency Foundation has found that salicylic acid is the most popular skincare ingredient of 2024. This exfoliating ingredient, known for its ability to fight acne, unclog pores, and reduce inflammation, is featured in many of the year's top-selling skincare products.

The UK government's Scientific Advisory Group on Chemical Safety in Consumer Products (SAG-CS) has recently released a report on the safety of dihydroxyacetone (DHA), a key ingredient in self-tanning products. DHA, a non-toxic sugar, reacts with the skin's protein to create a temporary tanning effect without UV exposure.

The British Retail Consortium (BRC) and KPMG's retail sales monitor revealed that UK total retail sales increased by 0.6% year-on-year in October 2024. However, in-store non-food sales decreased slightly, while online non-food sales saw a small increase.