Winter wonders
From plummeting temperatures to party trends, Matt Chittock discovers how natural and organic brands are helping shoppers renew and replenish stressed-out skin through the...
Solid superheroes
Rosie Greenaway catalogues some of the latest solid beauty superhero products which have come to market and caught her eye.
Conscious catwalk
Fashion and beauty have always been intrinsically linked, and now, Jane Wolfe discovers, natural cosmetic brands and eco-conscious designers are teaming up to promote...
A clean canvas
Bars, balms, melts, gels: Jane Wolfe speaks with brands and retailers about the value of choosing the right cleanser and what’s trending
A spot of bother
With conventional ‘solutions’ often exacerbating teenage skin conditions, Jane Wolfe finds out how young people can benefit from embarking on a natural journey
Adolescents have...
Summer loving
From hydration hacks to fighting the frizz, Charlee Singleton rounds up the beauty challenges that the vibrant summer season brings with it.
Whilst the British...
Chemical-free, naturally
Consumers can avoid a cabinet of horrors by picking the best the natural and organic category has to offer, says Matt Chittock
Poisoned by everyday...
Summer lovin’
From topping up a tan and soothing sunburnt skin to luscious lashes and salty tresses, the natural beauty industry has summer in the (beach) bag.
In conversation with The Sustainable Beauty Coalition: The Great British Beauty...
A new initiative from the Sustainable Beauty Coalition (SBC), The Great British Beauty Clean Up will revolutionise our retail environment, professional services, use of...
Beautiful people
As more consumers look for natural and organic beauty solutions, there’s an increasing demand for reassurance through certification, reduced chemicals and highly effective and...
Beauty without …
Beauty packaging, water, excess ingredients, pollutants ... there is a huge amount of interest in the ‘zero waste’ movement, but it’s not a simple concept.
Handle with hair
Hair plays a significant role on our self esteem, with a fresh new style often leaving us feeling confident and empowered. And whilst the...
Baby it’s you
With Britain undergoing something of a baby boom, retailers with good parent and baby categories in store are proving that they’re no dummies. Kate...
The rise of clean and conscious beauty
The Natural Beauty & Spa Show is back at ExCeL London. Do you have the date in your diary? Okay, great. Now let us inspire you with what to expect …
Hey baby!
New mums and dads can be some of the best customers you’ll ever have. And if you can help make their pressured lives a...
NATRUE joins British Beauty Council
NATRUE has announced that Mark Smith has been appointed to represent it on the affiliate board of the British Beauty Council (BBC).
A head for natural haircare
What are the trends and innovations in organic haircare? We investigate this exciting sector and its key players. Words by Rebecca Barnes
It seems the...
Authentic ageing
Following a backlash against the whole concept of ‘anti-ageing’ in the beauty industry, this phrase is being shunned as attitudes shift.
Living skincare
Scientists delve deeper to unlock the secrets of perfect skin and discover how microbiology is shaping the future of the beauty industry. Words by Julia...
Going beyond green
As insiders shift their focus from green beauty to blue beauty, Rosie Greenaway takes a dive into this mysterious sub-section of beauty.