Marie Claire Plans U.K. Beauty Shops

The

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beauty and well-being business will encompass both physical stores and e-commerce.

"Time Inc. U.K.’s strategy is to harness the incredible trust that consumers have in our brands and to offer new products and services to fulfill their needs," says Jackie Newcombe, managing director, luxury brands, Time Inc. U.K. "

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’s influence in the beauty sector is unparalleled, both with consumers and beauty companies, and especially now that the way that women are buying beauty products is changing rapidly. Our beauty proposition will reflect those changes and we will offer outstanding service, thanks to the partnership with Ocado, who have expertise in this area without equal.”

The new venture will be led by Amanda Scott, currently head of buying for beauty and accessories at retailer John Lewis. Scott joins the company as

"This launch will be the perfect combination of content provider, consumer and commerce," says Justine Southall, publishing director,

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, to whom Scott will report. “

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’s brand authority, Amanda’s talent and the world-leading technology, logistics and e-commerce expertise of Ocado means I couldn’t be more excited about the potential of this launch."