Beauty in 2026 is getting smarter, more sensorial and more human. Here I share the beauty trends shaping the year, as we move away from a single viral product and shift towards a fundamental reset in how we think about skin, self-care and what “luxury” really means.
BEST BEAUTY BOOKS BY BRITISH EXPERTS: REVIEWS OF PRETTY ICONIC, SOUTH ASIAN BEAUTY AND COSMETICS TO GO
Even though our attention span is shorter than ever, the right book will still manage to transport you to a new world or broaden your knowledge. Let yourself be seduced by one of these beauty books, each suitable for dipping in and out of.
TOP 10 BEAUTY MYTHS DE-BUNKED WITH COSMETIC CHEMIST SHIVANI MISTRY
Our feeds are flooded with viral hacks and influencer “advice” masquerading as expertise. Before you follow the next TikTok craze into your bathroom, hit pause: in this science led Q&A, cosmetic chemist Shivani Mistry separates fact from fiction and busts 10 of the biggest beauty myths.
DRY JANUARY GLOW UP: 5 SKIN CHANGES WHEN YOU DITCH ALCOHOL FOR 1 MONTH
A poll suggests that over 15 million UK adults were planning to go alcohol-free last January. Your skin is often a good indicator of your internal health, so why not use this month as a skin reset and find out how quickly you notice these 5 improvements.
SKINCARE SECRETS & WELLBEING WISDOM: TOP BEAUTY BOOKS BY LEADING EXPERTS
A wellbeing reset can help untangle what’s working for you, what needs to be dropped or what’s missing. Here are 3 reading picks from accomplished wellness and beauty entrepreneurs to explore healthy aging, supplement stacking, and the secrets of glowing skin.
THE ULTIMATE WEST END CHRISTMAS BEAUTY GIFT GUIDE
When it comes to Christmas shopping, you can’t go wrong with London’s West End and its festive offerings. From beauty meccas to long standing independent stores, here’s your definitive gift guide for festive shopping in the capital’s beauty heartland.
