Who founded the British Beauty Council?
The British Beauty Council has seven founding members who established the organisation to give the sector a stronger voice and representation within government on policy discussions.
Who can become a member of the British Beauty Council?
Individual membership of the British Beauty Council is free, allowing anyone – from entrepreneurs and founders to students, stylists, and beauty enthusiasts – to stay connected with the Council’s work through our newsletters.
How can businesses join the British Beauty Council?
Businesses can join the British Beauty Council by becoming a Patron. Patronage is designed for businesses dedicated to solving the industry’s current and future challenges while supporting its growth and success.
What is the British Beauty Council?
The British Beauty Council is a not-for-profit organisation representing all sectors of the British beauty industry, from hair and cosmetics to spa and cosmetic surgery, education, manufacturing, logistics, retail, and media.
Where can I recycle my beauty products?
Finding a sustainable way to dispose of your empties is a key part of the Great British Beauty Clean Up. You can find a recycling point via our Interactive Recycling Map and or the British Beauty Council x MYGroup Recycling Box’s.
What is the economic value of the UK beauty sector?
According to the British Beauty Council’s Value of Beauty Report 2025 compiled by Oxford Economics, the beauty sector contributes £28.4 billion to the UK’s economy.
How big is the UK beauty industry?
The UK beauty industry is a significant and growing part of the national economy. As a comparison, the sector’s GDP contribution is larger than the arts and entertainment sector and also supports more jobs than the publishing and broadcasting, utilities, or telecommunications sectors.
Can international beauty brands join the British Beauty Council?
International beauty brands can and do join the British Beauty Council as Patrons. While the Council’s primary mission is to represent and future-proof the British beauty industry, its network includes global organisations and brands that see the benefits of joining the Council to support their significant UK presence.
What is the Student Shadow Board?
Launched in collaboration with UNiDAYS and Sephora, the Student Shadow Board is a mentorship programme for further education students. It reflects the Council’s commitment to nurturing emerging talent and ensuring young voices help shape the future of the beauty landscape.
How can beauty brands and employers get involved with the Council’s education initiatives?
Brands and businesses can collaborate directly to build future talent pipelines through several pathways. From work experience hosting: Brands can partner with the Council and Futures for All to host high-quality work experience placements for state-educated students, following the footsteps of brands like Medik8 and Matrix.
