Make-up vloggers have established themselves in the beauty industry as trustworthy sources of information on the right products and techniques to achieve specific looks. Col-Lab taps into the power of these influencers, working with eight of them to develop a line of high-quality cosmetics.

The average American woman spends $300,000 on face products over her lifetime, and in the search for the ideal foundation or eyeliner, many will seek advice online. With the Beauty Insider Community – an interactive online platform – Sephora is positioning itself as a go-to source for this info.

Saggy, humid, and designed for a ‘40s housewife – traditional shower caps have been overdue for a revamp. Shhhowercap offers a stylish and functional solution, helping to ease the time pressure of drying one’s locks and negate worries about overwashing that can put some women off a daily rinse.

The links between spirituality and beauty are getting even more pronounced. Fresh's new Lotus Mask draws from Buddhist ideology and encourages the user to practice mindfulness while using it. What can this launch tell us about changing attitudes towards wellness?

The traditionally female-focused make-up market is steadily opening up to a new demographic – but what are the driving forces behind the male beauty movement? Canvas8 spoke to David Yi, the founder of Very Good Light, to understand how brands can tap into men’s growing interest in cosmetics.

Male pattern baldness can be a source of anguish for those that it affects, impacting their confidence and self-perception. Quiff & Co offers a non-surgical solution in the form of bespoke wigs made from human hair, aiming to reach a younger demographic than the traditional toupee wearer.

Many British women dye their hair, whether to touch up greys or to get a whole new look. But with ‘box colour’ often looked down upon, renowned colourist Josh Wood has created an at-home range that delivers luxurious results. How does it reflect the changing attitudes towards hair dyeing?

For women of colour, finding a nearby stylist within a reasonable price range can seem like a near-impossible task. The Bantu app offers a solution for people seeking care for their ‘kinky, coily, and curly hair’, providing them with access to prices, available styles and reviews in their area.