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Behind the scenes at the parties, launches and events in the world of beauty, aesthetics, spa and nails

BRITISH BEAUTY WEEK INDUSTRY DAY

60 GREAT QUEEN STREET, LONDON

Professionals from all sectors of the beauty industry came out in force for British Beauty Council’s British Beauty Week Industry Day, which saw a mix of panel discussions, speeches, brand showcases and demos. To kick it all off PB editor Eve Oxberry and deputy editor Ellen Cummings joined the press breakfast, where BBCo chief executive Millie Kendall launched the event, supported by MP Kate Dearden and Baroness June Sarpong.

They began by sharing key stats from new report “The Impact of Beauty”, including the fact that 50% of high-street beauty or hair appointments lead to spend at nearby businesses, demonstrating how essential beauty is to the high street. Later on, panel discussions included an appearance by Spice Girl Mel B, who spoke on the importance of representation in the industry, plus a focus on the changes shaping the market, with singer and entrepreneur Rochelle Humes joined by trend forecasters from WGSN and Boots.

REVITALASH COSMETICS’S 20TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER

NOMAD HOTEL, LONDON

Revitalash Cosmetics held an exclusive dinner to celebrate the brand's 20th anniversary and two decades of innovation in lash and brow care.

Held in the hotel's elegant Magistrates' Ballroom, the event brought together beauty industry professionals, press and brand partners for an evening of live entertainment, food and drinks, while reflecting on the company's journey and looking ahead to its next chapter. Professional Beauty’s Eve, Ellen, Josie and Kezia joined the party.

Hosted by founder and chief executive Dr Michael Brinkenhoff and president and global chief marketing officer Lori Jacobus, the celebration highlighted the brand's origins and its commitment to “purposeful beauty”.

Founded in 2006, Revitalash Cosmetics began with the development of a lash-conditioning formula inspired by Brinkenhoff's desire to help his wife, Gayle, feel beautiful while undergoing treatment for breast cancer. Since then, the company has expanded into a global beauty brand while continuing to support breast cancer awareness and research initiatives.

A highlight of the evening was a first look at the brand's latest innovations, including the unveiling of Revitalash Peptide Complex+.

BUSINESS OF BEAUTY LAUNCH

9 ADAM STREET, LONDON

Developed by beauty industry veteran Jo Harris, Business of Beauty (BOB) brought together leaders from across the beauty and wellness sectors for its launch event in London. PB’s Eve joined the discussion how the industry can better support its workforce and businesses amid mounting pressures. The inaugural event focused on plans to create an industry-wide central hub, providing access to resources, guidance and support and featured talks from Harris as well as other members of the BOB taskforce including Habia’s Joan Scott, coach Eryca Freemantle and Spa Well's Sara Young.

Five key discussion areas shaped the morning: talent and recruitment, education and industry standards, professional development, and industry collaboration. The event marked the official launch of Business in Beauty and the signing of the BOB Charter, setting out a shared commitment to a more connected and collaborative sector. The initiative aims to give industry professionals a collective voice and help shape its future.

SKIN ROCKS PAN PACIFIC LAUNCH

PAN PACIFIC LONDON

To celebrate its new partnership with Pan Pacific London, Skin Rocks brought together beauty and hospitality press, influencers and KOLs for an intimate breakfast in the heart of the capital. Set within one of the hotel’s elegant private dining spaces, the morning offered guests the chance to connect over coffee and fresh juice before hearing more about the collaboration. John Kelly, hotel manager at Pan Pacific London, welcomed attendees and spoke about the relationship between the two brands, highlighting the shared values that made the partnership a natural fit. The collaboration will see Skin Rocks facials, including two new signature treatments, introduced at the hotel’s Sensory Spa & Wellbeing facility. Among them is the exclusive Signature Reset Facial; inspired by the ritual of turndown, this calming 60-minute treatment places a focus on relaxation and restoration, with a 30-minute lifting massage designed to ease facial tension, support circulation, calm the complexion and restore natural luminosity. Caroline Hirons, founder of Skin Rocks and Skin Rocks Pro, also spoke, recognising the hard work of her team in bringing the collaboration to life.

SPA WELL EVENT

9 ADAM STREET, LONDON

Spa Well hosted an afternoon of networking and interactive experiences in London, bringing together spa operators, consultants, brand and press, including PB’s Eve. Attendees could choose from a range of activities, including a mixology workshop, fragrance creation, complimentary treatments, recovery technologies and longevity and body composition testing.

The event also featured keynote speaker Phil Learney, who explored the science of sleep, circadian rhythms and the role of data in understanding recovery, performance and wellbeing. His session considered how this knowledge could inform the services offered by wellness businesses, the environments they create and their approach to personal wellbeing. Alongside the programme, guests had the opportunity to catch up with industry peers and build new connections.