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Online marketplaces are still listing potentially dangerous baby products despite official safety warnings and recalls. Which? has flagged sleeping bags, self-feeders and pillows as risky, with 150 unsafe items across eight platforms. Calls grow for tougher marketplace accountability and enforcement.
A string of new beauty product reviews, shopping guides and deals is shaping consumer choices this week. From mascara miracles to skincare serums and oversized sale events, readers are guided toward accessible, budget-friendly options while keeping an eye on trends and value. The coverage highlights popular Amazon bestsellers, Nordstrom Anniversary deals and Korean skincare launches sweeping the market.
Tokyo has introduced a policy allowing shorts, t-shirts, and trainers as part of its summer work attire under the "Tokyo Cool Biz" initiative. The change aims to cope with extreme heat while curbing energy use, though reviews are divided—some applaud comfort, others raise concerns about fairness and legibility of dress codes.
A regional retail shift is underway as thrifting and secondhand platforms expand, reshaping consumer habits. From zombie malls facing decay to a thriving Nordstrom Rack expansion, readers see how tech-enabled resale and high-end outlets co-exist, while shoppers recalibrate where they buy clothing.
A limited-time Amazon deal reduces NYK1 Salt and Sulphate Free Shampoo and Conditioner Set to £29.74, down from £46.95. The two 500ml bottles target hair treated with keratin, colour, or extensions, and reviewers report softer, shinier, and easier-to-manage hair. The offer is time-limited and tracks over 1,000 units sold in the past month.
Gift guides for dog lovers now emphasize durability, everyday usefulness, and pet-focused tech. Picks span practical items, high-end accessories, and subscription services, reflecting a broader trend toward long-term value over novelty.
Next has raised full-year profit guidance for the fourth time this year, citing strong half-year performance aided by unusually warm summers. Morrisons reports robust quarterly trading, while Jigsaw showcases momentum, with online growth and international expansion under a turnaround plan.