by louiseadmin | Sep 5, 2025 | Uncategorized
We’re so proud to announce that uGlow Intelligent Tanning has been honoured with the Award of Excellence 2025 – for the second year in a row! uGlow Wins Award of Excellence 2025 – For the Second Year Running! This incredible achievement recognises our ongoing commitment to innovation, quality, and exceptional customer care.
Founded by Louise Cooper, uGlow was created to change the way people think about self-tanning. After more than a decade of research and testing, Louise brought her vision to life: a groundbreaking range of tanning products that deliver a natural, streak-free glow while caring for the skin. This vision is exemplified by the fact that uGlow Wins Award of Excellence 2025 – For the Second Year Running!
Unlike traditional tanning products, our clear tanning water is transfer-free, odourless, and intelligently adapts to each individual’s skin tone. Infused with hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid, it combines the luxury of skincare with the confidence of a flawless tan.
Today, uGlow products are loved by customers worldwide, trusted by over 100 trained uGlow spray tan artists across the UK, and even showcased at prestigious events such as the BAFTAs. Recent collaborations with leading spa brands, including PURE Spa and House of Sublimity, highlight just how far we’ve come.
Winning the Award of Excellence two years in a row is more than a milestone – it’s recognition of the passion, resilience, and dedication behind uGlow. This commitment is why uGlow Wins Award of Excellence 2025 – For the Second Year Running! As one of our amazing clients recently said:
“The most amazing product I have ever used. My absolute go-to for every occasion. Natural, moisturising, flawless finish, beautiful results. You really do glow after using this product.”
And the good news doesn’t stop there! Our founder, Louise Cooper, has also been shortlisted for the Tees Business Women Awards – Small Business of the Year 2025. Another huge recognition that celebrates the hard work, vision, and growth of uGlow Tan here in the North East.
A massive thank you to everyone who has supported uGlow’s journey. We’re only just getting started – and the best is yet to come!
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by louiseadmin | Aug 12, 2025 | Uncategorized
I’m absolutely thrilled to share some incredible news – I’ve been shortlisted as a finalist for Female Entrepreneur of the Year at the UK Small Business Awards!
With tens of thousands of small businesses across the country, it’s such an honour to be recognised in this category. This year’s awards had tougher entry criteria than ever, so making it to the final round is a true testament to the hard work, resilience, and passion that goes into running uGlow Tan every single day.
This recognition isn’t just about me – it’s about the amazing customers, supporters, and friends who have been part of the journey so far. I’m so grateful for the encouragement, the belief, and the love you’ve shown along the way.
Here’s to celebrating women in business – and to an even bigger, brighter 2025!
by louiseadmin | Jun 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
By Louise Cooper, Founder of uGlow
When I founded uGlow, I wasn’t your typical beauty brand founder. I came from an engineering background, having spent years in male-dominated industries. But I saw a real gap in the self-tanning market—something mess-free, streak-free, and natural-looking—and I knew I could use my technical know-how to create something better.
That’s how uGlow was born: a self-tanning brand designed for real people who want flawless results without the hassle. But as the business grew, I realised I needed more than a great product. I needed a clear plan to expand, especially into the B2B space with salons and spas.
That’s when I enrolled in the Help to Grow: Management programme, delivered by Teesside University International Business School.
Finding Structure in Growth
Running a business as a founder often feels like spinning a hundred plates. I knew we had potential, but I needed structure—real business strategy—to take uGlow to the next level. The programme gave me exactly that. Over 12 weeks, I gained tools and insights around growth planning, financial oversight, customer engagement, and operational efficiency.
But what really stood out was the mentorship. I had access to people who truly understood the challenges of scaling a product-based business. Their advice helped shape some big decisions, including our plan to move manufacturing to the North East—closer to home and more aligned with our brand values.
Real Results, Real Momentum
Since completing the programme, uGlow has made huge strides. We’ve built 50 new salon partnerships, giving us access to a network of 2,000 spas globally. Our B2B partners have seen a 112% increase in sales—a figure I’m incredibly proud of. Internally, we’ve tightened up our financial processes and sharpened our marketing strategy to support long-term, sustainable growth.
A Personal Milestone
For me, this wasn’t just about business—it was about confidence. As a female founder transitioning from engineering to beauty, I’ve often felt like I had to prove myself twice over. The Help to Grow programme reminded me that I do have what it takes—and gave me the tools to back that up.
uGlow started as a solution to a problem I saw in the beauty world, but thanks to the programme, it’s becoming something much bigger. We’re not just selling self-tan—we’re building a brand that salons and customers trust. And this is only the beginning.
Read more, its all part of the story………
https://www.tees.ac.uk/sections/business/who_details.cfm?casestudyid=382
