Behind the Scenes at

Blush & Bloom Talent

With nearly a decade of experience dedicated solely to the cosmetics and personal care industry, we specialise in placing exceptional talent across every stage of the product lifecycle. Our deep industry knowledge, personalised approach and passion for the sector enables us to build genuine partnerships—ensuring that both clients and candidates achieve their goals.

The Founding Story Of

Blush & Bloom Talent

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Early Passions: Beauty Meets Science

From an early age, I was always drawn to the world of beauty—experimenting with makeup, hair and nails for hours on end after school. At the same time, I was completely fascinated by science. I was in the top set at school and loved understanding how things worked, especially when it came to the products I was using. The combination of beauty and science captivated me—and that blend of creativity and curiosity has stayed with me ever since!

First Steps into the Professional World

After I left school, I began a Business Administration apprenticeship. Shortly after my apprenticeship, I secured a role in a recruitment company, initially handling administrative and marketing tasks.

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Discovering Recruitment

Before long, my role evolved and I stepped into a recruitment consultant position. It quickly became clear that I really enjoyed the work—talking to people, understanding their passion and ambitions, what made them tick and helping them find roles where they could really thrive. That’s when I realised this was something I was not only good at, but actually loved doing!

Specialising in Cosmetics & Personal Care

Joining a specialist scientific recruitment agency, I merged my dual passions—beauty and science—focusing on roles within the cosmetics and personal care sector.

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Founding Blush & Bloom Talent

Over the past eight years, I’ve built a great network—not just of industry professionals, but of genuine friends and lasting connections, which I'm incredibly grateful for. I’ve always had a true passion for the development and evolution of the cosmetics industry, so when the time felt right to launch my own consultancy, I grabbed the opportunity with both hands!

Empowering Careers and Brands

Today, Blush & Bloom is a trusted partner to brands, manufacturers and suppliers across the cosmetics and personal care industry. I focus on building lasting connections, helping companies find the right talent and guiding professionals toward their next big career move. It's all about creating meaningful matches that drive success for both the industry professionals that make this industry, and their accompanying businesses!

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Meet Our Founder

Our founder, Stephanie Houghton, brings a genuine passion and deep industry know-how to everything she does. With almost a decade of recruitment experience—and over seven of those focused solely on the cosmetics and personal care industry—she’s built a strong network of talented professionals and lasting partnerships with businesses across the UK and the US.
Stephanie is truly obsessed with the industry and lives and breathes all things beauty!

Ready to Take
The Next Step?

Whether you're a brand seeking top-tier talent or an industry professional exploring new opportunities, Blush & Bloom is here to connect you with the right people. Get in touch today for a friendly, informal and confidential chat to discuss how we can partner together!