Wellness

Skin care facials offer both physiological and psychological benefits - two cardinal components of hedonic wellbeing [Getty Images]

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Facials induce brain relaxation and spark positive emotions: Study

By Kacey Culliney

A one-hour skin care facial can induce celebral, cardiac, respiratory and muscular relaxation and drive positive emotions, thus improving overall wellbeing, say researchers.

Trend Alert immunity-boosting skin care

Trend Alert: beauty consumers are ready for immunity-boosting skin care

By Dr. Ebru Karpuzoglu

The COVID19 pandemic has had far-ranging consequences on our lives and wellness, with the most immediate impact being concerns over our overall health both physically and mentally. At the same time, wellness and skin care are converging; and as a result,...

Consumer expectations on how beauty can fulfil wider wellness needs have risen and brands need to follow fast and effectively (Getty Images)

Special Edition: Holistic Health & Wellness – Formulating for Wellbeing and Anti-Ageing

Mintel: Total wellness now ‘integral’ to beauty routines

By Kacey Culliney

Beauty consumers consider holistic wellness as integral to their daily routines, particularly as stress and mental health have taken over the conversation amidst COVID-19, says the associate director of global beauty and personal care at Mintel.

Products that empower consumers to transition peacefully from day to night during pandemic living will see an uptick in the coming months - think sleep prep body care and soothing hair routines (Getty Images)

Special edition: Holistic Health & Wellness – Formulating for Wellbeing and Anti-Ageing

'Twilight beauty' rituals to soar amid ‘major concern’ for wellness: WGSN

By Kacey Culliney

Post-pandemic consumers are concerned about health, immunity and wider wellness which will translate into an uptick in beauty products that offer mindful and relaxing rituals to bookend days, says the director of beauty at WGSN.

Ramp up to the SCS Formulate begins

Ramp up to the SCS Formulate begins

By Simon Pitman

SCS Formulate, the biggest event for formulation experts in the UK, is due to take place 23 – 13 November, at the Ricoh Arena, Coventry.

Mental Health, Feeling Good and Happiness in Beauty

Editor's Spotlight

Mental Health, Feeling Good and Happiness in Beauty

By Natasha Spencer-Jolliffe

What matters to beauty consumers when it comes to a healthy lifestyle? This is the question we are asking in this article by exploring how the cosmetics sector can offer support to prevent and overcome various lifestyle stressors.