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‘People think that looking better means you will have a better life’: why gen Z spends so much on beauty

The idea that splashing out on nail, hair, eyebrow and lash treatments increases your chances of a better social life, relationships and jobs has taken a firm hold on social media – but what’s driving it?

The Guardian - UK

Best trainer brands you never knew existed for standout street style

Put aside your Sambas and slide your soles into one of these slick styles for men and women

Evening Standard

Pepsi lost the cola wars to Coke. Why is it struggling to hold on to second place?

Dr Pepper took the No 2 spot behind Coca-Cola last year. But the latest US sales figures don’t tell the whole story

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Members only: are loyalty card discounts a good deal for UK consumers?

The number of retailers offering special prices for members has soared. We asks if the price cuts are as good as they seem

The Guardian - UK

Is it spring or summer? How are we supposed to dress for the weather right now?

The fickle British springtime seems to have become even more unpredictable this year. Helen Coffey asks the experts what to wear when you have no idea if you’ll be hit by blazing sunshine or torrential rain

The Independent UK

Credible science or false claims: calls for more regulation of beauty products

Consumers need to be able to distinguish between innovative products and marketing hype, say experts

The Guardian - UK

From beating burglary to weight gain: 12 ways that working from home has changed Britain

A new review of post-Covid social research has revealed how much society has changed since the pandemic – and in unexpected ways

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Price slashing on bikes helps boost industry, says report

New bike sales could reach almost £1billion in 2024

Cycling Weekly

Boom in leisure brands bringing tech to create an interactive high street

Stores once occupied by the likes of Debenhams and TopShop have given way to VR darts, golf — and even axe throwing

Evening Standard

Armpit confidential: why men are now shaving – and women are doing whatever they like

On Saturday, the bare underarms of footballer John Stones prompted a huge reaction online. He isn’t alone in his depilation choices, and the fashion world is embracing women’s body hair

The Guardian - UK

Static buildup: Hull’s caravan makers enjoy a British holiday boom

Hull has a strong claim to being the centre of the UK mobile home industry, but while the pandemic boosted sales, there are now fears of a glut

The Guardian - UK

Young people are drinking less – here's an alternative to try on your next night out

A new leisure trend is providing an alternative to pubs and bars for young people whose alcohol consumption has been declining for years.

The Conversation

Restaurants dropping meat dishes as costs rise and Veganuary grows more popular

The soaring price of ingredients and rise of veganism have led to a ‘notable decline’ in dishes made with animal products

The Guardian - UK

Around half of consumers plan to cut back on festive spending, figures show

Figures from Which? and Mintel show that consumers plan to buy fewer and cheaper gifts, less food and expect to turn to credit to cover costs.

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Global consumer trends for 2023

Five trends are emerging that have the potential to have an impact on global consumer markets in 2023, over the next five years and beyond, according to Mintel, the international market research firm.

The Guardian - UK

‘Lipstick effect’: Britons turn to small luxuries in cost of living crisis

Strong demand for beauty products such as eyeliners and mascaras, as chocolate and coffee also sell well

The Guardian - UK

‘Big four no more’: where now for UK grocers as Aldi overtakes Morrisons?

Discounter gains market share as shoppers seek better value amid cost of living crisis

The Independent UK

Hyaluronic hoax: Have we been duped by ‘science-backed’ skincare?

Snail mucin, acid serums and run-of-the-mill retinol were a regular part of Saman Javed’s morning routine. But after speaking to experts and scientists on what constitutes useful skincare, she thinks she and millions like her may have been sold a lie

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The Guardian - UK

Amazon UK to charge £1 more a month for Prime service from September

Monthly subscription to increase by 12.5% to £8.99 in latest sign of rising delivery costs

The Guardian - UK

Revlon: makeup icon falls to social media rivals

The US cosmetics firm has filed for bankruptcy, unable to keep up with online competition and celebrity-led brands

The Guardian - UK

Can meat-free nuggets challenge chicken on the UK high street?

US-based Impossible Foods launches plant-based bite as vegetarian and vegan versions grow in popularity

The Guardian - UK

British camping holidays boom in pandemic, figures show

One in five adults have been camping or caravanning during Covid – many for the first time, says Mintel

Bangkok Post

The green consumer is here to stay

Offering great products is now no longer enough for beauty brands to survive, according to Mintel. Consumers expect companies to have a real purpose and use their power to help engender genuine social change.

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