The success of Disney+’s adaptation of Jilly Cooper’s ‘bonkbuster’ could boost eighties hair and make-up trends, writes Julia Wray

JVN launched in 2021 as a luxury hair line for everyone, but just two years later its owner went bankrupt. Jonathan Van Ness tells Julia Wray how they brought their brand back from the brink

Chanel, Dior and Dolce & Gabbana have all embraced the trend for visually and haptically pleasing ‘pebble’ packs. But why is this trend everywhere all of a sudden? Asks Julia Wray

From materials to shapes and more, Julia Wray looks into the reasons your packaging might not make the grade in recycling facilities

With Stéphane de La Faverie confirmed to take the reins from Fabrizio Freda at Estée Lauder Companies, Julia Wray explores how the new regime might shape the luxury giant

As critics slam Zoe diet founder Tim Spector’s comments on year round SPF 50, sun safety experts give their opinion

Solid shampoos, conditioners and moisturisers have been touted as the green future of beauty, but here’s what beauty bars need to succeed, writes Julia Wray

Julia Wray discovers new additions to the line-up of odour-banishing ingredients available to neutralise unpleasant scents

Julia Wray explores the role that sound plays in cosmetic product packaging and the wider consumer experience