The educational online beauty space has become open to toxicity as skincare vigilantes criticise others for their self-care regimes and habits. How can brands make sure beauty continues to be a space that allows for experimentation while remaining positive, educational, and enjoyable?

As the cost of toiletries rises in line with inflation, the use of hygiene banks is growing in the UK, providing a lifeline for households struggling to afford personal care basics. Superdrug has responded to this mounting problem with a promise to freeze the prices of over 130 own-brand products.

As the beauty industry grows to encompass values of wellness, uniqueness, and acceptance, it’s vital that it leads the way in inclusivity and action. So how can brands focus on product development and design that appeals to people with disabilities, ensuring across-the-board representation?

Offering the ‘world’s first ingredient-based product discovery algorithm’, Skinskool is a website that finds affordable alternatives to expensive skincare. As beauty buyers increasingly turn to tech to address specific needs, this approach enables them to get the right products at the right price.