The GLAM LAB Journal

Beauty, on-demand glam and the lifestyle stories shaping London in 2026.

A short, useful read every time — written by our editorial team in collaboration with senior PROs on the platform. Bookmark the page; we add a new feature roughly every fortnight.

Latest features

Five pieces to start with. From the 2026 beauty trends actually booking out this season, to a long-read on how digital connection is rewiring confidence, to a PRO's guide to inclusive glamour.

Soft glam beauty look photographed in natural light
Beauty Trends · 9 min

The Modern Date-Night Glow-Up: 2026 Beauty Trends That Actually Stick

From glass skin and skinimalism to mood-shifting lip tints and the lash lift comeback, here's what London's busiest PROs are actually booking this season — and the trends that quietly died with last year.

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Woman applying tinted lip balm at home in soft window light
Modern Life · 11 min

Beyond the Mirror: Confidence, Self-Care and the New Era of Digital Connection

Dating in 2026 looks nothing like it did five years ago. We talked to therapists, stylists and our own PROs about how beauty, self-image and a wave of new digital companionship apps are quietly rewiring confidence.

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London PRO arriving at a client's flat for an on-demand beauty appointment
Industry · 10 min

Frictionless Glam: Why Busy Londoners Want Beauty (and Everything Else) On Demand

Three taps, no forms, expert at your door. The on-demand economy isn't slowing down — and beauty is sitting at the centre of it. A look at the wider frictionless trend and what it means for our PROs.

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Inclusive beauty PRO working with a client in a soft, well-lit London flat
PRO Guide · 12 min

Beauty Without Borders: A PRO's Guide to Inclusive Glamour

From contouring a softer jawline to working with wig caps and pre-laser brows, our senior PROs share what they've learned from years of working with trans and non-binary clients across London.

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Calm at-home beauty setup with a mirror, skincare and a single brush
How-To · 8 min

The 30-Minute At-Home Glow-Up: A PRO's Five-Step Routine

The realistic version of a glow-up — no overnight masks, no twelve-step routines. Five steps, a half-hour, and a face that holds up under any ring light or restaurant lighting.

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About · 3 min

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