Beauty & Personal Care Archives - WSL Strategic Retail

It’s More Than Holidays… It’s How Shoppers Celebrate Life

Seasonal isn’t just the big holidays anymore. Today’s shoppers crave reasons to celebrate, large and small—whether it’s a cultural tradition, a school milestone, or just a fun moment in the middle of the week. Retailers who step up with timely and thoughtful support can transform these occasions into deeper connections and stronger loyalty. In our ... Read more

Wellness, The Shopper’s Way

Wellness isn’t a category — it’s a culture. Today’s shoppers define it on their own terms, blending mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing into one lifelong pursuit. In this issue, we explore how brands and retailers are rising to the occasion — making wellness easier to understand, shop, and trust. From sleep to skin, supplements to ... Read more

Beauty Is Breaking Out!

Beauty isn’t confined to the beauty aisle anymore. Today’s shoppers are discovering skincare, fragrance, and self-care everywhere — and that’s by design. Smart retailers are weaving beauty into lifestyle, making it easier (and more fun) to explore & discover new. In our June edition of the Retail Safari® Newsletter, we explored how beauty is showing ... Read more

Make Every Display Work Harder – For You and Your Shoppers

What if the secret to better retail isn’t bigger stores or flashy tech — but simply making it easier for shoppers to get what they need, faster? In our May edition of the Retail Safari® Newsletter, we explore groundbreaking innovations across categories, including: One-Stop Missions Made Easy: With Nordstrom and Whole Foods Displays Built Around ... Read more

What Everyday Retailers Can Learn from Flagships

Even in a world of endless online shopping options, brands are doubling down on flagships — and for good reason. In our April edition of the Retail Safari® Newsletter, we explore groundbreaking innovations across categories, including: Charlotte Tilbury's confidence-boosting voice, clear signage, Skin Spa, and event spaces. Lululemon's connection hub, new collections, the biggest "pant ... Read more

What’s Fueling 2025?

This SPECIAL EDITION Retail Safari® features the best retail highlights from 2024. Consider these innovations as you plan 2025 for easier shopping and happiness, as well as new ways to present savings. We include a special section on Hispanic shoppers because of their influence as the “new American family.” This edition features the following themes: ... Read more

Retail Safari® SNAP – December 2024 [ Favorites ]

Before the new year, take a moment to enjoy some of our favorites from 2024. Petlove - São Paulo, Brazil Jones Road - Chicago, IL Gibson Garage - London, UK LUSH - Brea, CA CAMP - New York, NY Rare Beauty - Online/Sephora Keep an eye out for our SPECIAL EDITION Retail Safari® ... Read more

Retail Safari® SNAP – November 2024 Edition

In this issue, we present two quick shop destinations, each different, but each focused on helping the shopper make smart choices. Plus, a skincare experience driven by AI featuring K-Beauty. Ground Blue 49 – Seoul, South Korea Whole Foods – New York, NY IM Type – Seoul, South Korea Retail Safari® SNAP fuels you, ... Read more

Retail Safari® SNAP – October 2024 Edition

October Retail Safari SNAP main banner featuring Blush-Bar, Rare Beauty, and Target Cuddle Collab

In this issue, we present the ultimate beauty experiences with a focus on what shoppers want & inclusivity, plus a pet-owners paradise. Blush-Bar – Bogota, Columbia Rare Beauty – Online & Sephora Target (Cuddle Collab) – Clifton, New Jersey Retail Safari® SNAP fuels you, and your teams, with the latest global retail innovation– in ... Read more

Retail Safari® SNAP – September 2024 Edition

In this issue, we present fantastic in-store retail experiences highlighting merchandising, convenient shopping, and a refreshed, simplified format. YETI – Chicago, IL Amazon Fresh – Eatontown, NJ LUSH – Brea, CA Retail Safari® SNAP fuels you, and your teams, with the latest global retail innovation– in a snap. Within the SNAP presentation, don’t miss ... Read more