THE WHAT? UK health and beauty retailer Boots has started a trial with delivery service Deliveroo, which will see 14 stores in areas such as Edinburgh, Nottingham, Birmingham and London take part in a pilot scheme to allow consumers to purchase items for delivery.
THE DETAILS Items available to purchase include make-up, toiletries, medicine, baby products and snacks, with the company said to be focused on products for parents and unwell customers who may not be able to leave the home.
Should the scheme be successful, Boots will become one of the largest non-food retailers to partner with Deliveroo.
THE WHY? An extension of Boots’ growing online business, the new pilot scheme also highlights Deliveroo’s aim to expand post the takeaway food market, with the Boots products aiming to be delivered within 20 minutes of ordering.
Paula Bobbett, Director of boots.com at Boots UK, said, “It will be super handy for times when you need something urgently but can’t leave the house, like if you’re feeling unwell or are looking after your kids.
“Our online business continues to grow and this partnership offers our customers way to access our products quickly and easily.”
Carlo Mocci, Chief Business Officer for Deliveroo in the UK and Ireland, continued, “This partnership will mean more choice and selection for our consumers, delivered in as little as 20 minutes, and will create more work for riders across the UK.”
Aesthetic medicine products are developed and regulated to meet stringent safety and efficacy standards. They are typically administered by trained healthcare professionals such as dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and specialized nurses in clinical settings. These products aim to provide effective solutions for cosmetic enhancement, skin rejuvenation, and overall aesthetic improvement, contributing to both physical appearance and self-confidence.
Key categories of aesthetic medicine products include:
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Injectables: This category includes products such as dermal fillers, botulinum toxins (e.g., Botox), and collagen stimulators. These injectables are used to smooth wrinkles, add volume, and improve facial contours.
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Skin Rejuvenation Treatments: Products like chemical peels, microdermabrasion systems, and laser devices are used to improve skin texture, reduce pigmentation irregularities, and enhance overall skin tone.
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Skincare Products: These include medical-grade cleansers, moisturizers, serums, and topical treatments containing active ingredients like retinoids, antioxidants, and growth factors. They are formulated to address specific skin concerns such as acne, aging, and hyperpigmentation.
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Hair Restoration Products: Medical treatments and products designed to promote hair growth and treat conditions such as male and female pattern baldness.
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Body Contouring and Fat Reduction: Devices and products used for non-surgical body sculpting, such as cryolipolysis (cool sculpting) devices and injectable lipolytics.
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Cosmeceuticals: High-performance skincare products that bridge the gap between cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, often containing potent ingredients with proven clinical benefits.
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Wound Care and Scar Management: Products like silicone sheets, gels, and advanced wound dressings used to improve healing and reduce the appearance of scars.
