Lollie Hancock

London

Beauty Writer at Freelance

editorial assistant @pro_beauty and @hji. @gdst alumna. professional bottomless bruncher.

Articles

The ultimate guide to builder gel nail services

3 weeks ago | professionalbeauty.co.uk | Lollie Hancock

Published 16th May 2025 Clients are moving away from acrylic extensions in favour of lengthening and strengthening their natural nails, and they’re turning to builder gel to get the job done – but what exactly is the product and how do you use it? What is builder gel? Builder gel is a type of gel polish with a thicker consistency to help strengthen the natural nails. “Builder gel is a hard gel overlay,” explains nail tech Bryony Howell, aka GelsByBry.
MUAs: Did you know these brands offer a pro discount?

Dec 11, 2024 | professionalbeauty.co.uk | Lollie Hancock

Published 12th Dec 2024 by Lollie Hancock Luckily for MUAs, a load of your favourite beauty brands offer special discounts and perks to make-up professionals. We've rounded up some of the best offers you should be taking advantage of..... BenefitBenefit Pro offers 40% off all Benefit products, as well as 15% off their in-store services. The Pro membership is free to join, providing you can submit one or two documents proving you're a make-up professional.
The nail art trends you need to try for Valentine’s Day

Jul 23, 2024 | professionalbeauty.co.uk | Lollie Hancock

Published 30th Jan 2024 by Lollie Hancock New data from online beauty retailer Justmylook analysed Google search data to reveal the most popular Valentine’s Day nail designs that are predicted to be big this year. Unsurprisingly, red and pink are the two colours which came out on top, but which nail art trends are clients expected to be asking for as their 2024 Valentine’s set?
Experts Warn Against Kylie Jenner-Inspired 'Yacht Shoulders' Body Trend

Jul 22, 2024 | charlotteobserver.com | Lollie Hancock

Kylie Jenner Met Gala 2024. Kylie Jenner photographed at the 2024 Met Gala. Jenner's recent Mallorca vacation sparked the start of the 'yacht shoulders' trend, with experts warning again following beauty standards set by celebrities. James Devaney/Getty Images Thigh gaps, bikini bridge, leggings legs; we are no stranger to toxic beauty standards, constantly pushed to adapt our bodies to whatever look is trending.
Experts Warn Against Kylie Jenner-Inspired 'Yacht Shoulders' Body Trend

Jul 22, 2024 | newsweek.com | Lollie Hancock

Thigh gaps, bikini bridge, leggings legs; we are no stranger to toxic beauty standards, constantly pushed to adapt our bodies to whatever look is trending. Now, there is a new unattainable standard being pushed on young women, with the latest fad, 'yacht shoulders', pushing experts to warn against the potential dangers of leaning into these trends.
Experts Warn Against Kylie Jenner-Inspired ‘Yacht Shoulders’ Body Trend

Jul 22, 2024 | star-telegram.com | Lollie Hancock

Thigh gaps, bikini bridge, leggings legs; we are no stranger to toxic beauty standards, constantly pushed to adapt our bodies to whatever look is trending. Now, there is a new unattainable standard being pushed on young women, with the latest fad, 'yacht shoulders', pushing experts to warn against the potential dangers of leaning into these trends.
Gen Z finds cosmetic surgery a turnoff

Jul 20, 2024 | newsweek.com | Lollie Hancock

While the U.S. boasts the highest number of plastic surgeons in the world, cosmetic surgery and its results do not seem to appeal to Gen Z, according to a recent poll. Conducted on behalf of Newsweek by Redfield & Wilton Strategies, the poll questioned 2,500 U.S. adults to reveal how each generation thinks cosmetic surgery affects people's looks. Of all the adults who took part, 9 percent had undergone the knife themselves.
Gen Z Finds Cosmetic Surgery a Turnoff

Jul 20, 2024 | theolympian.com | Lollie Hancock

While the U.S. boasts the highest number of plastic surgeons in the world, cosmetic surgery and its results do not seem to appeal to Gen Z, according to a recent poll. Conducted on behalf of Newsweek by Redfield & Wilton Strategies, the poll questioned 2,500 U.S. adults to reveal how each generation thinks cosmetic surgery affects people's looks. Of all the adults who took part, 9 percent had undergone the knife themselves.
Gen Z Finds Cosmetic Surgery a Turnoff

Jul 20, 2024 | bellinghamherald.com | Lollie Hancock

Gen Z Find Cosmetic Surgery a Turn-Off. Gen Z Find Cosmetic Surgery a Turn-Off Photo-illustration by Newsweek/Getty While the U.S. boasts the highest number of plastic surgeons in the world, cosmetic surgery and its results do not seem to appeal to Gen Z, according to a recent poll. Conducted on behalf of Newsweek by Redfield & Wilton Strategies, the poll questioned 2,500 U.S. adults to reveal how each generation thinks cosmetic surgery affects people's looks.
Gen Z Finds Cosmetic Surgery a Turnoff

Jul 20, 2024 | mahoningmatters.com | Lollie Hancock

While the U.S. boasts the highest number of plastic surgeons in the world, cosmetic surgery and its results do not seem to appeal to Gen Z, according to a recent poll. Conducted on behalf of Newsweek by Redfield & Wilton Strategies, the poll questioned 2,500 U.S. adults to reveal how each generation thinks cosmetic surgery affects people's looks. Of all the adults who took part, 9 percent had undergone the knife themselves.