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Comedian Joanne McNally delighted as Boots opens ‘glorious’ flagship beauty store in Ireland
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Comedian Joanne McNally delighted as Boots opens ‘glorious’ flagship beauty store in Ireland

COMEDIAN Joanne McNally has shared her delight after the Boots brand opened its first ever beauty destination store in Ireland.

The British chain officially launched the store, which is located in Cork’s New Half Moon Street, today.

Described by the brand as “the first store of its kind in Ireland”, it will feature a vast selection of iconic beauty, skincare, and haircare brands.

McNally, a stand-up comic, writer and podcast host, who was born in Roscommon but raised in Dublin, claims the new store, which is open just in time for the Christmas shopping period, “has it all”.

"I’m convinced that the new Boots store in Cork was built specifically for me,” she said. “It’s like they raided my beauty wishlist and put it all in one glorious location.”

Joanne McNally is delighted with the new flagship Boots store opening in Cork

She added: “Whether you’re a make-up pro or just looking to replace that mascara you’ve had since 2010 – this place has it all.

“Trust me, your face will thank you!”.

The new store will showcase global beauty powerhouses and cult favourites, including MAC, Too Faced, Benefit, Fenty, Milk, R.E.M., Urban Decay, Kylie Cosmetics, Huda Beauty and Sol de Janeiro.

Skincare brands on offer will include the likes of Kiehl's, Dr Jart+, and The Ordinary, as well as luxury offerings from YSL, Chanel, Armani, Lancôme, Estée Lauder, Clinique, Clarins, and Liz Earle.

The store in Cork's New Half Moon Street opened today

Haircare enthusiasts will also be spoilt for choice with a curated selection from Kerastase, Quai, Redken, Matrix, Pureology, Philip Kingsley, Shu Uemura, L’Oréal Pro, and Bumble and Bumble.

"I’m incredibly proud to bring our first-ever best of Boots destination store to Cork," Stephen Watkins, Managing Director of Boots Ireland, said.

“Our investment in our Half Moon Street store is about providing customers in Cork and beyond with an unmatched selection of iconic beauty, skincare, and haircare brands, all in one extraordinary space,” he added.

“We know our customers appreciate choice and quality, and we're thrilled to offer such a comprehensive range right in the heart of the city.

“I can’t wait to welcome everyone to experience all that this unique store has to offer."