Boots Ireland announced the grand opening of its first-ever destination store in Ireland, representing a €4.4m investment and the creation of 15 new jobs in Cork City.
Located on Half Moon Street, this flagship location has been described as “the best expression of a Boots store across the UK and Ireland, offering an unparalleled retail experience” and bringing the total number of employees at the store to 83.
The store introduces a host of premium beauty brands previously unavailable in Cork, including MAC, Armani Beauty, YSL Beauty, Chanel Beauty, Sol de Janeiro, Kiehl’s, The Ordinary, Dr. Jart+, Too Faced, REM, and Milk.
The destination store also elevates haircare with the introduction of premium brands like Kérastase, Redken, Quai, and L’Oreal Pro.
This enhanced offering provides customers with access to sought-after products and expert advice, all within a luxurious retail environment.
Beyond beauty, the store reimagines the Boots healthcare experience.
The redesigned upstairs area provides a patient-friendly environment for a comprehensive range of healthcare services.
This includes a state-of-the-art Boots Hearingcare World of Hearing, designed to deliver the highest standard of audiological care.
Stephen Watkins, Managing Director of Boots Ireland, commented: “This €4.4m investment represents a significant milestone for Boots Ireland.
“The Half Moon Street store is not only our first destination store in Ireland, but it's also the pinnacle of the Boots retail experience across the UK and Ireland.
“We are delighted to bring this elevated offering to our Cork customers, providing them with an unparalleled selection of premium beauty and healthcare brands, expert advice, and a truly exceptional shopping experience.”
Boots is a pharmacy-led health and beauty retailer with 94 Boots stores and over 2,400 employees in Ireland.
Photo: Members of the Boots Ireland Leadership Team pictured with Store Manager Shane Doocey ( centre ) as he cuts the ribbon at the official unveiling of the Best of Boots Destination Store on Half Moon Street in Cork City. Pic. Robbie Reynolds
