Beauty News: London

Harrods launches first phase of the major expansion of its Beauty division

Luxury department store Harrods has opened doors to its much-anticipated new Beauty Hall, the first phase in a three-part refurbishment that will see London institution become one of the pioneering beauty destinations in the world. The Beauty Hall will be followed by two further developments, which will focus on skincare and incorporate masterclass and treatment room spaces.

The stunning new space champions both age-old super brands and emerging brands, whilst offering innovative propositions for all genders, ages and backgrounds. Annalise Fard, who spearheaded the refurb, said, ‘the world of beauty has seen more change in the last five years than the previous 50. We are entering an era of true self-expression, empowerment and celebration of identity, and my vision for Harrods Beauty is to deliver that to every one of our clients. Today, from digital tutorials and personalisation to J-Beauty, the ability to customise and express our individuality through beauty is extraordinary.

Bobbi Brown Cosmetics Sample Sale

Makeup and cosmetics brand Bobbi Brown are hosting an exclusive SS’19 sample sale. For one day only, you'll be able to shop 60% off products at the Bobbi Brown PRO Studio in Soho.

A mini Jo Malone's Townhouse rolls into town

To celebrate the arrival of summer, a miniature Jo Malone Townhouse is popping-up in Covent Garden for a very special, week-long display. Be sure to pay this new-age dolls house a visit, and share your snaps.

​Get happy with Benefit’s fun and free pop-up

To celebrate the launch of the new Hello Happy Brightening Foundation and Velvet Powder, Benefit Cosmetics are hosting the ultimate immerse and fun shopping experience.

There are four interactive rooms including a Hydration Room, the Mirror-ball World & the Bene-bathroom. Finish off the journey in the first ever Benefit Supermarket where there will be beauty experts on site to help you find the perfect shade and products, and the whole Hello Happy collection and POREfessional range will be available to buy.

Entry is entirely free of charge and queues will be on a first come, first serve basis.

Selfridges launches Project Ocean beauty booth

Launched in 2011, Project Ocean is Selfridges' long-term partnership with the Zoological Society of London to help protect our precious oceans from overfishing and plastic pollution.

This year, the project is focused on sustainable beauty, with a Project Ocean Beauty Booth, which is encouraging us to reduce, reuse and recycle the plastic within our beauty routine.

Centrally-located within the Accessories Hall on G, this one-of-a-kind space will show you just how easy it is to live a plastic-conscious lifestyle with everything from eco glitter made from cellulose to paper-wrapped shampoo bars. Discover Selfidges' hand-picked edit, including old favourites like Tata Harper and Le Labo alongside cult independent labels – oh hello, Beauty Kubes and The Natural Deodorant Co.

La Mer host a family day in celebration of the La Mer Blue Heart Oceans Fund

La Mer have been pioneering the beauty industry's drive to protect ocean habitats for over a decade. This weekend, the luxury brand is inviting families into their pop-up Soho townhouse to for a series of immersive and playful workshops.

Tickets cost £5, with proceeds being donated to Till the Coast is Clear, a coastal recycling community fund protecting the British coast line.

Little ones will have the chance to get creative with a selection of fun sea themed crafts, make their own pledge to help protect the ocean in an ocean playroom and let their imagination run wild as they experience an immersive and fun ocean sensory environment complete with sounds and sights of ocean creatures. Join mother’s lifestyle destination The Grace Tales for a letter writing workshop and take home a personal keepsake dedicated to your kids. Enjoy coffees and babyccinos whilst listening to tales from the sea as told by our expert storyteller in the Blue Heart Coffee Bar.

Book tickets here

Get a Perricone MD Signature Facial at Harrods

Perricone MD was established by Dr. Nicholas Perricone, writer of The New York Times best-seller The Wrinkle Cure, to promote a holistic approach to dermatological health. Perricone MD offers various high-end anti-ageing products as part of bespoke treatment packages. This summer, hosted by Harrods, Perricone MD specialists are providing signature facials using their skin-rejuvenating products and advanced sculpting techniques, complimentary to the purchase of two products or a £65 booking fee.