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Parliament report into body image calls for fillers to be prescription-only and digitally altered images to carry warning logos
A new report from the UK’s Health and Social Care Select Committee has called for fillers to be made prescription-only and digitally altered images to come with a health warning.
The report, titled “The impact of body image on mental and physical health”, also advises that the Government must accelerate the introduction of the promised licensing regime for non-surgical cosmetic procedures “to prevent vulnerable people from being exploited”.
The inquiry team noted that the Government has new powers to introduce a licensing regime for non-surgical cosmetic procedures. However, a consultation on what that should look like is still in the works.
It recommended a new licensing regime be in place by July 2023.
The team also remarked that legislation should require online commercial content to carry a logo to identify body images that have been digitally altered, and urged the Government to work with the industry and the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) to discourage advertisers and influencers from doctoring images.
Regarding body image, the Committee recommended to the Government that diagnosis and treatment of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) should be made a priority.
The Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) said it will continue to call for other additional measures to supplement the proposed licensing system including that extended powers be given to the Care Quality Commission and for the implementation of a national register of approved qualifications and training providers.
Commenting on the report, British Beauty Council chief policy officer Victoria Brownlee said, “If we want to show the industry as the professional, economy-boosting, equality championing and dynamic sector it is, we must be open, transparent and answerable to the government and the public. We therefore hope the Government takes the Committee’s recommendations forward.”
Professional Beauty and World Spa & Wellness Awards 2023 open for entries
Entries for the 2023 Professional Beauty Awards and World Spa & Wellness Awards are now open.
The Professional Beauty Awards has been running for 26 years and covers the beauty, spa, nails and aesthetics markets, recognising those who make a real difference to the industry and encouraging their development.
The awards bring together the beauty industry to celebrate successes, with categories for spa and salon businesses and individuals, ranging from Large Salon of the Year to Boutique Spa of the Year and Employer of the Year.
The World Spa & Wellness Awards acknowledges excellence of care, service and standards and serve to inspire spas around the world. Entries and are open to businesses and individuals in the spa and wellness industry across the globe, with both regional and national categories.
Both awards are free to enter. The ceremonies will take place as a joint black-tie evening event in London on Sunday, March 5, 2023.
Visit professionalbeauty.co.uk/PBAwards or professionalbeauty.co.uk/WSWAwards for more information and to enter.
News in brief
On Channel 5’s 10 Years Younger in 10 Days, CACI’s Synergy treatment with added jowl lift was featured to give participant Fay a non-surgical lift. CACI also supported breast cancer charity Future Dreams’ annual Fight Night by donating Rejuvenating Hand Masks to guests and boxers, along with an auction prize of a treatment at London flagship Lisa Franklin Clinic Privé.
Dermalogica has partnered with Shear Haven, a charity initiative that seeks to educate salons and therapists in anti-domestic violence training. The partnership is aiming to ensure all Dermalogica therapists are trained to spot signs of domestic violence and know how to respond appropriately and in the safest way possible for their clients.
Suzanne Clayton, founder of Nail Tech Awareness, has joined Louella Belle as brand development manager. Speaking about the role, Clayton, who has 20 years’ experience and over 35 qualifications, said, “I’m honoured to join the Louella Belle team and am super excited for what’s next.”
Jennifer Lopez’s nail tech Tom Bachik has revealed the star’s go-to nail shade as CND’s Field Fox. J-Lo is also a fan of deep red shade Signature Lipstick and the brand’s cuticle oil, SolarOil.
Germaine de Capuccini treatments will now be offered at AmberRose Spa at Loch Lomond. The spa, which has recently seen a £695,000 investment, will offer a selection of face and body experiences focused on targeting health and wellbeing.
Revealed: the professional salon treatments that create the most injury claims
New research has revealed the treatments with the most insurance claims in UK salons, with brow and lash tints responsible for over a quarter (28%) of claims.
The data, from insurer Zurich UK, also showed that just under one in 10 (9%) of insurance claims were linked to microblading treatments.
Both tinting and microblading can trigger allergic reactions, which is why patch tests are vital.
It’s not just brow and lash treatments facing claims, as nail treatments are responsible for 17% of all payouts, thanks to allergic reactions, fungal infections and more.
Although responsible for fewer than one in 10 (7%) of injuries caused, laserrelated claims are rising as consumers look for permanent solutions.
Laser treatments were found to cause the most serious injuries, with clients claiming on average £6,600. Other beauty treatments saw an average claim of £2,400.
Look Good Feel Better issues urgent appeal to beauty industry
Look Good Feel Better has launched an urgent appeal for more beauty industry professionals to support those undergoing cancer treatment.
The cancer support charity is seeking qualified therapists and makeup artists to support its workshops, held both virtually and in hospitals and cancer care centres throughout the UK, most urgently in Cardiff, Slough, Nottingham, Dundee, Edinburgh, Forth Valley, Manchester and Chesterfield.
Chantelle McSweeney, a beauty professional who started volunteering recently, said, “It is so rewarding to see how my beauty experience can help people feel better about themselves.
“The charity was really supportive and flexible, accommodating my busy schedule - so that was not a problem at all. They provided all the training that I needed.” Look Good Feel Better is seeking people over 18 with NVQ Level 2 or equivalent and at least one year of experience in skincare and/or make-up. For more information, visit lookgoodfeelbetter.co.uk/volunteer
News in brief
Comfort Zone has launched within the Away Spa at the W London, offering a full menu of treatments designed to tackle the effects of city living. The brand’s retail products are now available from the spa’s boutique.
Voya has launched a new Cancer Wellness Training Programme as part of its academy. The full Voya spa treatment menu, including facials, scrubs, wraps, massages and seaweed baths, can now be adapted for clients going through cancer treatment or recovery, and therapists will have the option of becoming CIBTAC qualified.
Nimue has named Alison Heppelstone, Carol MacNiven and Susan Forster as its Therapists of the Year 2022, due to their skincare results, product sales and passion. The winners will receive a trip to South Africa, where Nimue has its HQ, including a safari dinner under the stars in the African bush.
Debra Hogan has been named as Temple Spa’s new spa business development manager. Hogan, who has had an 18-year career in the spa industry, will support the strategic growth of the brand’s professional spa products and treatments to spa and clinic partners in Ireland and Scotland.
Lime Wood is launching its own retreats for the first time. The “Re-Wild Yourself” retreats and workshops aim to restore balance, health and creativity through the theme of re-wilding, connecting with nature in the spa’s New Forest, Hampshire, surroundings.
Beauty spend expected to bounce back to 2019 levels by 2023
Consumer spend in the UK health and beauty market is set to return to 2019 levels by 2023, according to new research.
Like many markets, health and beauty declined in 2020, with spend falling 7.9%, according to figures from analyst Globaldata, as consumers stayed at home with fewer reasons to buy items such as make-up and fragrance.
However, the market is forecast to recover quickly. Spend rose 4% year-onyear in 2021 and the sector is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.8% between 2020 and 2025.
Innovation online will support the growth with an increasing amount of beauty content on social media platforms, particularly TikTok, now driving purchases.
Sustainability is also playing a bigger part in beauty buying decisions. This means salons, spas and retailers need to ensure they are offering products that are eco-conscious, considering how items are packaged and sold, as well as the buying environment they create, said the report.
Package-free items are also becoming more widely available and more manufacturers are considering sustainability and the environment when implementing any new processes.
New laws around tipping in beauty salons and spas
A new Employment (Allocation of Tips) Bill, backed by the Government, will ensure all tips go directly to staff by making it unlawful for businesses to hold back service charges from their employees.
This overhaul is set to benefit more than two million UK workers across the hospitality, leisure and services sectors – including therapists in beauty salons and spas.
Business minister Jane Hunt MP said, “Through the Bill, a new statutory Code of Practice will be developed to provide businesses and staff with advice on how tips should be distributed.
She added, “On top of this, workers will receive a new right to request more information relating to an employer’s tipping record, enabling them to bring forward a credible claim to an employment tribunal.”
News in brief
The Daniel Thwaites collectionofhotel spas has partnered with Temple Spa to offer a new bespoke body treatment menu. It has been curated for specific treatments, which commence and close with bespoke rituals, ensuring a massage for each individual’s needs.
The Power of Makeup podcast, hosted by Lan Nguyen-Grealis in collaboration with software brand Timely, has returned for a second season. The 12 episodes tell the story of embracing community and education in the creative industry, with guests including James Mac, Hannah Kane and Millie Kendall.
Mavala has launched the Power of Pink campaign ahead of Pink October as it supports breast cancer charity CoppaFeel for the second year running. The collection of four products includes a mini Power of Pink nail polish, a micellar water, Tinted Lip Balm and Crayon Lumiere, with £1 per product sold donated to the charity throughout the month of October.
Trybe has welcomed a new team of investors, John Davis, Michael Murphy MBE and Tim Ward, all of whom have also invested in and grown booking site DesignMyNight. The investment will enable Trybe to accelerate its software developments. Davis will also join the company’s board.
Just a year since opening its doors, Mooeys’ Petersfield franchise has expanded across three floors due to demand. Owner Vanessa Moss said, “An expansion was always in the long-term plan, and I feel so very lucky to have had such great support.”
Weight gain and bleeding top menopause concerns
New data has found that the most searched-for concern relating to menopause is weight gain, amassing over 308,000 annual searches.
The research, by Clarins Beauty Daily, analysed Google data to find out what UK women are searching for the most when it comes to menopause concerns and how this can best inform beauty, wellness and health brands as the majority feel underrepresented by the industry.
In terms of remedies, Brits are searching for menopause supplements a total of 165,240 times a year, with “best lubricant” menopause-related queries following behind at 41,040 searches, then menopausal skincare remedies (such as moisturisers and face creams), searched 17,520 times.
Thalgo UK appoints Caroline Mahe-Lea as GM, as Marian Harvey retires
Following Marian Harvey’s retirement, Caroline Mahe-Lea has been appointed UK general manager for spa skincare brand Thalgo.
Mahe-Lea has worked with Thalgo since 2015, when she joined as general manager of its thalassotherapy centre in France.
She will now be based in Thalgo UK’s London office to develop and strengthen the brand in the UK.
Mahe-Lea said, “I am passionate about our brand values and all the amazing projects and launches that will be developed in the future.
“I thank Marian for her dedication and hard work over the past 38 years and leaving us with a strong brand in the UK to take further forward.”
Hayley Snishko launches Massage 4MentalHealth
With the aim of raising awareness of the benefits and results that massage therapy has on mental health, mobile therapist Hayley Snishko has launched the Massage4MentalHealth campaign.
Snishko, who has 14 years’ experience and won a 2022 Babtac award, said the topic is close to her heart due to her personal and professional experiences.
“I am determined that Massage4MentalHeath will raise the profile of massage, not only as a holistic therapy, but as a treatment to people suffering with anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues,” said Snishko.
Diary dates
// September 5-11
British Beauty Week
London and nationwide
The council is encouraging brands, retailers and salons to create initiatives to demonstrate the power of beauty.
07355 042657
britishbeautycouncil.com
// September 25-26
Professional Beauty
North Manchester Central
The largest beauty exhibition in the North is back with hot launches, education, competitions and more.
020 7351 0536
professionalbeauty.co.uk/north
// October 2-3
Olympia Beauty
Olympia London
Trade show with competitions for nails, lashes and massage.
01959 569867
olympiabeauty.co.uk
// October 8-10
Salon International
ExCeL London
An opportunity for hair professionals, salon owners and colleges to network and learn from industry experts.
020 3841 7370
salonshow.co.uk
// October 17-18
Cosmetics Business Live
Business Design Centre, London
A platform for brand owners, manufacturers, suppliers and retailers to come together.
020 7193 6701
hpcimedia.com
// November 6-7
Professional Beauty and HJ Ireland
CityWest Dublin
Discover new trends, pick up skills and network at Ireland’s leading show for beauty, spa and hair professionals.
0844 586 8195
professionalbeauty.ie
NovaLash creates new saver bundles
Eyelash extension company NovaLash has created a “bundle and save” programme to help its lash artists achieve success with lash extensions.
The bundles include essential products lash artists need to offer NovaLash services from start to finish.
These products have been designed to work together as a system to consistently deliver safe, healthy, high-quality results to clients, at 20% off the normal price.
Customers can save up to £109 on each order, and can customise bundles by choosing their preferred adhesive, lashes and undereye products.
There are three bundle options to choose from, two featuring lash products and one featuring aftercare products: the Bundle, where customers can save up to £109; the Mini Bundle, where customers can save up to £60; and the Aftercare Bundle, where customers can save £73.
Lynton celebrates best before-and-after treatment results
Laser and IPL manufacturer Lynton held the Focus Dual Before and After Awards 2022, at The Music Room in Mayfair, London.
The event recognised the practitioners who achieved and showcased the best before-andafter results.
Winners were M Plus Nails and Beauty, Birmingham, and Clinic 10, which has sites in North Wales and Cheshire.
Congratulating the winners, Hayley Jones, Lynton’s commercial director, commented, “We are delighted and proud of the results our users have been able to share with us this year. We celebrate their unrelenting commitment to the delivery of excellent customer care while maintaining a culture of excellence within their practices.”
Lumenis opens new UK head office
Devices company Lumenis has relocated its UK head office from Elstree, Hertfordshire, to a newly refurbished unit in Valley Business Centre, High Wycombe. The new office houses Lumenis’s growing team and covers 600sqft across two floors, one that houses the brand’s logistics and services departments, and the other its customer care, marketing and HR functions. As well as a bright reception area, the building also houses a workshop and a treatment room for live demonstrations of devices.
Laure Boisseux, associate marketing director at Lumenis, said, “We are confident that this amazing new space will allow for future growth, enhance collaboration between our colleagues and customers, [and] support flexible ways of working.”