From cutting-edge beauty tech to functional drinks and next-generation fitness spaces, May is delivering a wave of innovation across the wellness world. Here’s everything you need to know now.
Red Light Goes Full-Body with This Works
Known for its results-driven body care, This Works is stepping into the future with the launch of Project Red Light, a new category that merges wearable technology with topical skincare. At the centre of the launch is a £100 red light body wrap device designed for use across the face, body and scalp. The technology is grounded in photobiomodulation, a form of red and near-infrared light therapy that supports cellular energy production (ATP), helping skin function more efficiently. The result? Improvements in tone, elasticity and overall radiance. What sets this apart is the brand’s focus on synergy. Alongside the device, a targeted serum powered by Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) has been developed to work in tandem with the light therapy, supporting the skin’s natural repair processes. It’s a shift towards more ritualised, consistency-driven skincare and one that taps into the growing appetite for at-home, clinic-level treatments.
Matcha Meets Function with Free Soul x PerfectTed
Functional beverages continue to evolve and this new collaboration between Free Soul and PerfectTed is a perfect example of where the category is heading. Together, the two female-founded brands have launched Matcha Protein and Matcha Collagen Latte, combining ceremonial-grade matcha with either 18g of protein or 2500mg of collagen peptides. Designed for women seeking sustained energy without the jitters of coffee, both blends also deliver L-theanine-rich matcha for a calmer, more balanced caffeine hit. Importantly, this launch reflects a broader shift: moving functional nutrition out of powders and into everyday rituals. With low sugar formulations, added digestive enzymes (in the protein blend), and vitamin C (in the collagen option), these lattes are designed to be as effective as they are enjoyable. Available now online, in Holland & Barrett stores, and rolling into Tesco from June, this is one to watch as matcha firmly cements its place as the modern wellness drink of choice.
SPF as a Daily Ritual with Merit x Misty Copeland
Consistency is the theme behind Merit’s latest campaign, fronted by world-renowned ballerina Misty Copeland. Celebrating an expanded 20-shade range of The Uniform Tinted Mineral SPF 50, the collaboration reframes sunscreen not as an obligation, but as a habit, something to be seamlessly integrated into daily life. Lightweight and wearable, the formula is designed to remove the friction that often stops people from applying SPF consistently. The limited-edition Misty Set pairs the SPF with everyday essentials including Flush Balm, Bronze Balm and Clean Lash Mascara — creating a simplified, easy-to-maintain routine. The message is clear: when wellness fits effortlessly into your lifestyle, consistency follows.
Equi London Lands in Boots
After a decade of building a loyal following (and becoming one of Harrods’ best-selling supplement brands), Equi London is making its first move into nationwide retail. Its Equi Editions range, now available in 50 Boots stores, focuses on ingestible beauty, with four targeted products: Collagen, Sleep, Glow and Rewind. Each formula is developed to practitioner-grade standards and designed to complement topical skincare by supporting the body internally. Founded by Rosie Speight and clinical nutritionist Alice Mackintosh, the brand was born from a gap in the market for accessible, clinically formulated supplements. This launch marks a significant step in bringing that expertise to a wider audience, at a time when ingestible beauty continues to boom.
The Method Club Opens in Notting Hill
London’s wellness scene welcomes a major new player with the arrival of The Method Club in Notting Hill, a fully immersive fitness and recovery destination designed for modern lifestyles. The space goes beyond the traditional studio model, housing three fitness studios, treatment rooms, contrast therapy, stretch therapy, a private members’ area and a restaurant. Workouts span everything from high-energy cardio and HIIT to strength and reformer Pilates, while the treatment offering includes lymphatic drainage, deep tissue massage and advanced bodywork. A standout feature is its Master Residency Programme, bringing in globally recognised practitioners across disciplines, from acupuncture to sculpting massage techniques. With expansions already underway in Paris and New York, this is a concept poised to reshape the future of boutique fitness.
Better-For-You Breakfasts from Holie’s at Morrisons
The cereal aisle is getting a healthy upgrade as Dutch disruptor Holie’s lands in Morrisons stores nationwide. On a mission to challenge the high sugar content of traditional cereals, Holie’s range includes granola clusters and protein crunch options, all vegan, high in plant protein, rich in prebiotic fibre, and free from added sugar or sweeteners. Already one of Europe’s fastest-growing cereal brands, the launch marks its UK supermarket debut. For consumers increasingly focused on gut health and balanced blood sugar, it’s a timely addition to the breakfast table and proof that convenience and nutrition can go hand in hand.
