Professional Beauty
October 2026
In this edition
EDITOR'S COMMENT
With autumn in full swing, there’s a fresh
PB NEWS
From changing client demands to a renewed push for consumer safety, here’s what’s shaping the industry now
The BUZZ
From new treatment tech to fresh thinking around skin health, here are 10 shifts gaining momentum across the beauty industry that you can spot at PB London
When SUMMER leaves its mark
As holiday tans fade and pigmentation becomes more visible, practitioners can look beyond the obvious concern and build a more considered approach to post-summer skin
PROFESSIONALBEAUTY.CO.UK
We take a look inside PB’s digital world
Insider BEAUTY
Our exclusive monthly benchmarking stats for each sector of the market
Insider SPA
ACCESSORIZE August remained relatively resilient for the spa
Insider NAILS
JOE BROWNS August remained relatively resilient for nail
Systems for growth
Beauty Growth Academy founder Alysha Hicklin explains how the right salon software can streamline admin, improve the client experience and give owners more time to grow their business
On the scene
Behind the scenes at the parties, launches and events in the world of beauty, aesthetics, spa and nails
Supporting MENTAL WELLNESS
Supporting employees’ mental health is becoming an increasingly important part of being a good employer. Hellen Ward explores where the responsibility lies, how salon owners can recognise when someone needs help, and the third-party support available to them and their teams
ASK THE EXPERTS
Our beauty experts answer your questions about every aspect of running a salon or spa business
TALKING TO… Rachael Nurrish-Walker
The award-winning home-based business owner tells Ellen Cummings why walking away from a salon changed her definition of success and how building a business around exceptional client care has brought her back to what she loves most
RETHINKING regulation
Nervous system regulation has become one of wellness’s biggest talking points. Ellen Cummings investigates how treatments can create the conditions for regulation and why professionals should be careful what they promise
The whole-menu RITUAL
One brand, one story: why Saskia Spa is redefining what a spa menu can be – and making its UK debut at Professional Beauty London this October
Rest assured
From vibroacoustic loungers to multisensory wellness systems, discover the equipment designed for relaxation, restoration and recovery
The business of BRITISH BEAUTY
Ellen Cummings examines the changing commercial landscape for British beauty brands and what it means for the salons and spas working with them
The personal touch
We catch up with Rachel Stoddart, treatment manager at Headlam Hall in Darlington, about why demand for touch therapy remains in a tech-focused industry
In safe hands
Ellen Cummings explores how you can adapt treatments, consultations and language to support clients safely and sensitively through pregnancy and beyond
Get ready for GIFTING
Josie Jackson speaks to beauty business leaders about the best ways to boost retail sales throughout the festive season
The beauty of GIVING
If your clients are looking to give the gift of beauty this festive season – or are simply looking to treat themselves – these gorgeous gift sets are sure to be a success
Are we selling reflexology short?
Has reflexology become too focused on relaxation? Sarah Jane Holt argues that a more purposeful, responsive approach could help practitioners unlock the discipline’s full potential
MONEY rules
Learning to stay on top of all your salon earnings and expenses will ensure you always know where your finances stand. Liz McKeon explains how
Zen reimagined
To celebrate its 25th anniversary, Seaham Hall’s Serenity Spa has revamped its outdoor space. Suzanne Bearne paid a visit
Proteinmaxxing 101
Protein’s popularity has never been higher, but what does this mean for beauty professionals navigating client queries? India Hurford-Jones investigates
GLOW getters
Manual techniques meet advanced technology in these treatments designed to address a range of skin concerns
PROTECT AND PERFECT
This month’s latest launches include high-tech devices, fresh new nail shades, protective skincare and more
FUTURE FORECAST
Which beauty trends have staying power, and what consumer behaviours are set to shape the market? Grace Vernon, head of Boots Ignite, Foresight & Trends, shares her insight with Connie Cooper
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This month’s latest launches include high-tech devices, fresh new nail shades, protective skincare and more

The Gel Bottle

The GelBottle Inc has added 10 permanent shades to its Hard BIAB range, taking the collection to 22 colours. The extension includes seven flat or sheer shades – Blush, Grace, Pillow, 18, Baby, Lady and Bunny – and the range’s first three shimmers: Luna, Plush and Bubble. Made in the UK, the TPO- and HEMA-free formula has a thicker, self-levelling consistency designed for sculpting, apex-building, extensions, overlays and nail repairs.

RRP: £18.95 per shade; £180 for the collection

0330 912 7902

thegelbottle.com

Natura Bissé

Diamond Molecular Acid4 Peel-Mask is a weekly at-home exfoliating mask drawing on acids used in professional treatments. Its formula combines 14% glycolic, lactic, pyruvic and tranexamic acids with niacinamide, panthenol and botanical extracts. The biodegradable, plant-based banana-fibre sheet has a two-piece design and is applied for 10 minutes. The mask targets uneven tone, texture, fine lines and discolouration without downtime.

RRP: £190

020 3976 7506

exclusivebeautypro.co.uk

Esse Skincare

Esse Skincare has launched Barrier Rescue, a professional treatment product for extremely dry and barrier-compromised skin. The formula combines ceramide NP, castor seed oil and Cosmos-certified bio-based propionic acid to support the skin’s lipid matrix and microbiome. In an independent four-week study, transepidermal water loss was reduced by 10.7% after 28 days, with measurements taken at least eight hours after application.

RRP: £108

+27 (0)33 212 3506

esseskincare.com

Skinmate

Pure Collagen Masks from Skinmate have undergone a rebrand. Providing targeted facial care across six professional treatments, they feature freeze-dried collagen biomatrix formulas housed in refreshed packaging. Active ingredients including collagen peptides, vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, myoxinol, caviar extract and apple stem cells combine to deliver intensive hydration, soothe irritated skin, and support barrier repair.

Trade: £31.50 for a box of five

01480 404 200

hofbeauty.co.uk

The Smart Group

SmartDiode Ultima is the latest professional laser hair removal platform for specialist clinics from The Smart Group. The device offers increased power, speed and treatment flexibility to deliver results without compromising on client comfort or treatment experience. It will make its public debut at Professional Beauty London, taking place at Excel London on October 4–5, 2026, where it will be displayed on stand K14.

Trade: £34,950

01344 411 480

the-smartgroup.co.uk

Jurlique

Farm-grown botanicals combine with a triple-action hydration system in the renovated Rare Rose collection to replenish, regulate, and reinforce the skin barrier. The natural scent from the Jurlique Rose (exclusive to Jurlique) has been proven to reduce cortisol levels. The three-piece range features Rare Rose Serum, Rare Rose Emulsion and Rare Rose Face Oil.

Trade: from £22.50 to £29

0115 646 222

luxuryskincarebrands.co.uk

Skeyndor

The Eternal Redensifying 2-Phase Catalyst Elixir is a bi-phase product designed to target cellular senescence and improve skin density and firmness. Combining water-and oil-soluble phases, the formula features liposome-based Swiss apple and goji berry stem cells, centella asiatica exosomes, retinal, and PDRN to support regeneration and skin renewal.

RRP: £130

skeyndor.uk

Elemis

The new Pro-Collagen Future Restore Eye Serum is a lightweight eye treatment formulated to target dark circles and wrinkles. Powered by opal skin algae complex, lumi algae and marine bacillus ferment, the formula helps improve skin firmness and elasticity, boost luminosity and smooth the appearance of crow's feet and under-eye lines.

RRP: £95

elemis.com

Pure Tone Aesthetics

Pure Tone Aesthetics has partnered with singer Kimberley Walsh to launch a skincare collection. The range features Foaming Facial Cleansing Gel, Polynucleotide Serum, and Polynucleotide Moisturising Cream formulated with ginseng-derived polynucleotides/PDRN, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid and centella asiatica.

RRP: £29.99 to £49.99

0330 102 5578

puretoneaesthetics.com

Image Skincare

Vol.u.lift Body is a body-sculpting and firming formula developed by plastic surgeons to target loose skin, crepiness, dehydration, and loss of tone associated with rapid weight loss and GLP-1 use. This new body version of the brand's existing facial formula features a marine bioactive, heptapeptide-7, bakuchiol, and hyaluronic acid-silanol to smooth and hydrate skin across the abdomen, arms, thighs, and buttocks.

RRP: £110

imageskincare.co.uk

Hara

Hara has expanded its nail care range with four gel polish collections and a new Rubber Base coat. There are six soft velvet cat eye shades for Autumn/Winter (Truffle, Mulberry, Amber, Spice, Ember, Storm) and Christmas (Evergreen, Fireside, Bauble, Mistleberry, Majesty, Nightfall), plus an Autumn reds edit and a festive Top Coat Duo pairing Twinkle magnetic cat eye and Tinsel glitter no-wipe formulas.

Trade: Gel polish collections £7.40 each or £30 per collection; top coats £7.75; Rubber Base £13.95

0345 201 0825

astonandfincher.co.uk

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Manual techniques meet advanced technology in these treatments designed to address a range of skin concerns
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EDITOR'S COMMENT
With autumn in full swing, there’s a fresh
PB NEWS
From changing client demands to a renewed push for consumer safety, here’s what’s shaping the industry now
The BUZZ
From new treatment tech to fresh thinking around skin health, here are 10 shifts gaining momentum across the beauty industry that you can spot at PB London
When SUMMER leaves its mark
As holiday tans fade and pigmentation becomes more visible, practitioners can look beyond the obvious concern and build a more considered approach to post-summer skin
PROFESSIONALBEAUTY.CO.UK
We take a look inside PB’s digital world
Insider BEAUTY
Our exclusive monthly benchmarking stats for each sector of the market
Insider SPA
ACCESSORIZE August remained relatively resilient for the spa
Insider NAILS
JOE BROWNS August remained relatively resilient for nail
Systems for growth
Beauty Growth Academy founder Alysha Hicklin explains how the right salon software can streamline admin, improve the client experience and give owners more time to grow their business
On the scene
Behind the scenes at the parties, launches and events in the world of beauty, aesthetics, spa and nails
Supporting MENTAL WELLNESS
Supporting employees’ mental health is becoming an increasingly important part of being a good employer. Hellen Ward explores where the responsibility lies, how salon owners can recognise when someone needs help, and the third-party support available to them and their teams
ASK THE EXPERTS
Our beauty experts answer your questions about every aspect of running a salon or spa business
TALKING TO… Rachael Nurrish-Walker
The award-winning home-based business owner tells Ellen Cummings why walking away from a salon changed her definition of success and how building a business around exceptional client care has brought her back to what she loves most
RETHINKING regulation
Nervous system regulation has become one of wellness’s biggest talking points. Ellen Cummings investigates how treatments can create the conditions for regulation and why professionals should be careful what they promise
The whole-menu RITUAL
One brand, one story: why Saskia Spa is redefining what a spa menu can be – and making its UK debut at Professional Beauty London this October
Rest assured
From vibroacoustic loungers to multisensory wellness systems, discover the equipment designed for relaxation, restoration and recovery
The business of BRITISH BEAUTY
Ellen Cummings examines the changing commercial landscape for British beauty brands and what it means for the salons and spas working with them
The personal touch
We catch up with Rachel Stoddart, treatment manager at Headlam Hall in Darlington, about why demand for touch therapy remains in a tech-focused industry
In safe hands
Ellen Cummings explores how you can adapt treatments, consultations and language to support clients safely and sensitively through pregnancy and beyond
Get ready for GIFTING
Josie Jackson speaks to beauty business leaders about the best ways to boost retail sales throughout the festive season
The beauty of GIVING
If your clients are looking to give the gift of beauty this festive season – or are simply looking to treat themselves – these gorgeous gift sets are sure to be a success
Are we selling reflexology short?
Has reflexology become too focused on relaxation? Sarah Jane Holt argues that a more purposeful, responsive approach could help practitioners unlock the discipline’s full potential
MONEY rules
Learning to stay on top of all your salon earnings and expenses will ensure you always know where your finances stand. Liz McKeon explains how
Zen reimagined
To celebrate its 25th anniversary, Seaham Hall’s Serenity Spa has revamped its outdoor space. Suzanne Bearne paid a visit
Proteinmaxxing 101
Protein’s popularity has never been higher, but what does this mean for beauty professionals navigating client queries? India Hurford-Jones investigates
GLOW getters
Manual techniques meet advanced technology in these treatments designed to address a range of skin concerns
PROTECT AND PERFECT
This month’s latest launches include high-tech devices, fresh new nail shades, protective skincare and more
FUTURE FORECAST
Which beauty trends have staying power, and what consumer behaviours are set to shape the market? Grace Vernon, head of Boots Ignite, Foresight & Trends, shares her insight with Connie Cooper
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