March 2025 retail trends highlight a dynamic range of advancements and strategic collaborations across various industries. One significant development is the opening of Ecksand Yorkville, a boutique bringing the renowned French Canadian fine jewelry brand to Toronto’s upscale Yorkville neighborhood. This new store offers an immersive luxury experience, allowing visitors to explore handcrafted collections within a minimalist space that reflects the brand’s French Canadian heritage.
In other retail developments, Target has partnered with Champion, the nostalgic sportswear brand of the 2000s, to offer a wide selection of apparel, accessories, and sporting goods at an accessible price point, expanding Champion’s reach to a broader audience. Meanwhile, M&M'S introduced its first-ever rewards program, rewarding Fun Club members with an exclusive chance to win a sleepover at the iconic M&M's Times Square Store. Additionally, Legion Technologies partnered with Deckers Brands to streamline workforce management and improve labor efficiency and employee satisfaction.
Further milestones include Tractor Supply Company’s multiyear licensing agreement with Field & Stream, marking an expansion into the hunting and outdoor lifestyle market. Swiss watchmaker MB&F opened its fifth global location in Silicon Valley, while Proenza Schouler’s flagship store merges fashion and art gallery-inspired design. In a notable move for Australian beauty retail, Adore Beauty launched its first physical store in Melbourne, transitioning from a digital-first platform to a fully integrated omnichannel business.
Overall, these trends reflect the ongoing transformation of the retail sector in March 2025.
Top 45 Retail Trends in March
From AI Workforce Solutions to Australian Beauty Store Expansions:
Debra John — Apr 3, 2025 — Business
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Fruity RTD Matcha Lattes
Pop & Bottle Debuts its Strawberry Matcha Almond Milk Latte at Target
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Chili Lime Infused Slushies
SONIC Drive-In x Tajín Partner for the 'Strawberry Mangonada Slush'
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Indulgent Breakfast Experiences
Pür & Simple Utilizes Fresh, Quality Ingredients in its Menu
42
Hemp-Derived THC Drink Mixes
Sprinkle Shakes Up the THC Beverage Mix Category
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K-Beauty Brand Expansions
K-Beauty Brand Yepoda Will Launch in Sephora Stores Across Europe
40
Health-Focused Collagen Shirts
Grey State Released a Smooth Collagen-Infused T-Shirt
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Interactive AR Storefronts
Spotselfie AR Meta Stores Tie Real-World Places to Virtual Storefronts
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Decadent Wintry Beverages
Starbucks Launches Blackberry Sage Refreshers and Unique Drinks
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Art Gallery-Inspired Luxury Shops
Proenza Schouler is Gearing Up to Open Its Flagship Store
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Exclusive In-Store Sleepovers
M&M'S is Hosting a Special Experience for a M&M'S Fun Club Member
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Hairstylist-Approved Brand Launches
Rōz Launches at Sephora, Helping the Brand Expand Its Reach
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Entrepreneur-Focused Tax Tools
Doola Simplifies Sales Tax Compliance & Reseller Certificates
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Australian Beauty Store Expansions
Adore Beauty Unveils a Physical Store in Westfield Southland
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Hair Accessory Distribution Partnerships
Emi Jay Expands into Sephora with New Hair Products
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Romantic Cafe Loyalty Rewards
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Buy One, Share One Promo is Sweet
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Swiss Watchmaker Boutiques
MB&F LAB Boutique is Incredibly Luxurious and High-End
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Experiential Retail Sampling Programs
Dollar General and Recess Partnered for a New Campaign
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Medicine Packaging Recycling Programs
Boots Blister Pack Recycling is Headed to Over 800 Stores
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K-Beauty Skincare Collections
COSRX Receives the Prestigious Amazon’s Choice Badge
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Luxury Skincare-Focused Partnerships
anokha Joins Forces with Sublime Essence to Boost Its Brand
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Group Ordering Retail Deliveries
Gopuff GoGroup Lets Multiple People Order Items for Delivery
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Frozen Springtime Drink Deals
The Baskin-Robbins Frozen Beverage Deal is Ready for Warmer Weather
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Complimentary Fried Chicken Giveaways
Wingstop Crispy Tenders are Launching with a New Promotion
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Middle Eastern-Inspired Home Collections
Also Sophia Launches Ramadan and Eid Collections
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Aloe-Infused Bedsheets
Pur-Well's Aloe Sheets are Hypoallergenic and Dust-Mite Resistant
20
Flavorful Chilli Sauce Ranges
Lee Kum Kee's WOW Chilli Sauces Ignite Everyday Meals
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Limited-Time Protein Offerings
Moe's Southwest Grill Reinstates its 'Shredded Beef Birria'
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Romantic Winter Smoothie Promotions
The Smoothie King Smoothies for Two Promotion Targets Couples
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CPG Goods-Focused Initiatives
Ignite20 Launches CPG VC Fund & Accelerator Program
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Customized Cookie Retail Partnerships
Biscuiteers and Ocado Joined Forces for Personalized Gifts
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Microbatch Chocolate Collections
Beyond Good Will Stand Out at the Natural Products Expo West 2025
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Outdoor Living Retail Parnerships
Tractor Supply Launches a New Partnership with Field & Stream
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Multi-Brand Apparel Lines
Target Taps Champion for an Expansive Apparel and Accessories Collection
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Local-To-Local E-Commerce Models
Temu Expands Presence in Canada with Its New Local-To-Local Model
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AI Workforce Solutions
Legion Technologies Launched an AI-Powed Workforce Deal with Deckers Brand
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Hydrating Apple-Infused Cleansers
The Saturday Skin Face Cleanser Uses Algae and Apples
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Fragrant Singaporean Breakfast Restaurants
Pang Pang Kopi Embraces Fragrances in its Meals
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On-Demand Flower Deliveries
Just Eat Takeaway Debuts a Delivery Deal with Interflora/Fleurop
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Upgraded QSR Recipes
Jollibee Introduced Savory Chicken Tenders and Signature Tender Sauce
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Diamond Verification Devices
DiamondProof Distinguishes Natural Diamonds from Lab-Grown Diamonds
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Chic Stylized SSD Enclosures
ASUS' Cobble SSD Enclosure is Durable with a Premium Design
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Anniversary QSR Burger Deals
The Jack in the Box Jumbo Jack Promotion Offer a Burger for Under $1
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Luxurious Gourmand Fragrance Expansions
Le Monde Gourmand Partners with LOOKFANTASTIC
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Fine Jewelry Boutique Openings
Ecksand Yorkville Boutique is Now Open, Bringing Luxury to Toronto
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Membership-Based Distribution Networks
Adventure CPG Streamlines the National Distribution Model
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Luxury Holiday-Themed Pop-Ups
Loro Piana Unveils its Holiday 2025 Pop-Up Store at Yorkdale
Gen X Beauty Campaigns
Bluemercury's Up Next Campaign Celebrates Women 40+
Luxury Retail Expansions
Chanel Expands Its Presence at the Yorkdale Shopping Center in Toronto
AI-Managed Retail Stores
Andon Labs Deploys an AI Named Luna That Controls Store Operations
Fashionable Eyewear Collections
Specsavers Canada Embraces Projected Fashion Trends in 2026
Parisian-Inspired Fashion Campaigns
The Chanel Fall 2025 is Elevated and Captivating
Automated Retail Concepts
VenHub Smart Stores Use Ai & Robotics to Redefine a Shopping Experience
Seasonal Shopping Occasions
Sephora Canada Spotlights Must-Haves for the Sephora Savings Event
Grocery-Inspired Beauty Pop-Ups
The Markup Marché by The Ordinary Challenges Industry Buzzwords
American Aesthetics-Focused Fashion Capsules
The Coach Spring 2026 Collection is Chic
Experiential Convenience Stores
FamilyMart Announced IP-Centered Store Experiences in Japan
Immersive Luxury Cosmetics Pop-Ups
Louis Vuitton Spotlights La Beauté Louis Vuitton
Curated Store Concepts
A New Target Soho Store Opens in New York with Design-First Looks
AI-Driven Shoppable Catwalks
Topshop and THG Studios are Hosting a Next-Gen Fashion Experience
Dynamic Running-Focused Retail Concepts
Nordstrom Debuts Nike Running @ the Corner
Design-Forward Concept Stores
Target SoHo is Immersive, Experiential and Shoppable
Community-Driven Shopping Experiences
A TikTok Shop Pop-Up is Coming to Westfield Stratford
Creator-Led Beauty Retail
rhode Expands Across Sephora Europe After Strong Viral Demand
Digitally Enhanced Shopping Experiences
The Ray-Ban Boutique Opened at Royalmount Shopping Complex
Milestone Beauty Campaigns
The Body Shop Launched Its 'Rebellious by Nature' 50th Anniversary Ad
Immersive IP-Themed Stores
MINISO Opens Canada’s Biggest Store at West Edmonton Mall
Wintry Retail Activations
ASOS will Host a Winter Wonderland Pop-Up in SoHo
Fragrance Refill Stations
L’Oréal Canada and Shoppers Drug Mart Launch Fragrance Refill Fountains
Fandom Culture Retail Experiences
EB Games x Vibrant Marketing Launch an 'EB Trends' Store Concept
K-Beauty Pop-Ups
Amorepacific and Sephora's Multi-Brand Launches in New York
Fashion-Inspired Coffee Events
Starbucks Partnered with NYFW2026 and Hosted a Coffeehouse Rave
Colorful European Retail Experiences
Marimekko Opens Its New Location in Paris
Whimsical Co-Branded Fashion Collaborations
Target and Roller Rabbit Debut an Eye-Catching
Summer-Ready Fashion Pop-Ups
SHEIN is Hosting a Four-Day Toronto Summer Trends Pop-Up
Generative AI Retail Strategies
Kroger & Google Cloud Enhance Growth and Personalization
Live Social Shopping Expansions
QVC® Announces New Brands That Will Join Its Roster in 2026
Gen Z Concept Stores
UO Insiders Insights Informed the UO x Glendale Store Experience
Contemporary Asian Cosmetics Retailers
SUKOSHI is Opening Its Biggest Location in New York City
Comprehensive Easter-Inspired Collaborations
Peeps' 2026 Spring Collaboration Lineup is Impressive
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Sensory Retail Experiences
Claire’s Launches ASMR-Inspired Stores for Gen Alpha Shoppers
Lifestyle Icon-Backed Stores
Martha Stewart is Launching Stores Globally, Starting in Dubai
Beauty Retailer Partnerships
CJ OLIVE YOUNG x SEPHORA Announced a Global Partnership and Expansion
Industrial-Inspired Brand Events
Reitmans Reimagined its Distribution Centre for a Curated Event
Luxury Festive Campaigns
Bloomingdale’s Unveils Its 2025 Holiday Campaign
Elevated Flagship Stores
UNIQLO Unveiled its Renovated CF Toronto Eaton Centre Store
AI-Driven Fragrance Concept Stores
My Scent Edit Offers Digital Consultations & an AI Photo Booth
Beauty Entrepreneurs Growth Studios
Breakout Beauty UK Represents a Strategic Initiative
Experiential Brand Stores
New Era Creates Interactive Retail Space With Custom Cap Design
Sci-Fi Series Shopping Experiences
Stranger Things 5 at Target Invites Fans into Hawkins
AI Retail Forecasts
Experts Outline how AI will Reshape Commerce By 2026
Luxury Eyewear Pop-Ups
Prada Opens an Immersive Eyewear Boutique at The Grove
Artistically Expressive Multi-Brand Stores
Sanjay Puri Architects Has Redefined Retail Design
AI Shopping Integrations
Sephora’s ChatGPT App Enables AI-Powered Product Discovery
Inaugural Toy Swiss Stores
MINISO Opens at Westside Mall in Bern, Switzerland
Beauty Retail Delivery Partnerships
Ulta Beauty Has Added 1500 Stores to the Uber Eats Marketplace
Heritage Lifestyle Collections
Canadian Tire Releases Hudson’s Bay Stripes into a Summer Lineup
AI Retail Concierge Systems
Puma’s In-Store AI Assistant Offers Multilingual Product Guidance
DTC Physical Retail Expansions
Povison Opens Its First Permanent Store in Los Angeles
Dedicated Contemporary Fashion Stores
COS Has Debuted a Dedicated Canadian Online Store
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
Accessible Beauty Consultations
Walmart’s Beauty Experts Offer Personalized In-Store Guidance
Menopause-Friendly Online Aisles
Ocado Retail and GenM Launched an MTick-Certified Product Range
AI Retail Experiences
RELEX Solutions Uses AI to Elevate In-Store Customer Journeys
Modern Consumer-Tech Stores
Nothing Announced its First Physical Store in India
Renaissance-Inspired Curated Beauty Marketplaces
Rennaï Has Launched an E-Commerce Website
Omnichannel Grocer Experiences
Instacart and Allegiance Retail Services Expand Their Partnership
Compact IKEA Retail Spaces
IKEA Launches Smaller Stores Focused on Quick Visits and Essentials
Retail-Focused Soccer-Themed Fan Experiences
Simon Joins Forces with addias Ahead of FIFA
Social Media-Driven Brand Partnerships
Target and Parke Join Forces on a Limited Style Capsule
Flagship Value Fashion
Primark expands affordable fashion with a major Manhattan flagship store
Slick Monochromatic Retail Boutiques
The Tom Ford Boutique at Yorkdale Shopping Center is Chic
Canadian Self Care Flagships
The Body Shop Canada Opened a New Vancouver Pacific Centre Flagship
Residential-Inspired Beauty Stores
The Tom Ford Beauty Brand Opens in the SoHo District
Canadian Beauty Relaunches
The Body Shop Canada Embraces Local Ownership Under New Leadership
Smart Retail Technology Expansions
A2Z Cust2Mate Secures Advertising Agreements with Major Brands
Jewelry Retail Technolgies
A.JAFFE Launched Its AI Custom Jewelry Renderings for Retail Partners
Next-Gen Consumer Goods Technologies
Unilever and Google Cloud Partner to Produce Strong Products
AI-Enabled Personalized Retail Experiences
Honeywell Implements an AI-Driven Retail System
Curated Discovery Stores
The Shelf Spotlights Emerging Food, Drink and Wellness Brands
Collab Retail Formats
Bed Bath & Beyond And The Container Store Open Its First Co-Branded Location
Trunk-Inspired Retail Expansions
Moynat Opens Its First Italian Boutique & Celebrates It in Style
Social-First Retail Commerce
Shoezone expands TikTok Shop through creator-led shopping
AI Bespoke Beauty Labs
Amorepacific’s Flagship Creates Personalized Cosmetics On-Site
Experiential Running Shoe Shops
House of SportsShoes Merges Digital Presence & Physical Experience
AI-Powered Retail Platforms
Target Introduced a Mobile App Rebuild with AI Coding Companions
Luxury Design-Led Retail
ALAÏA Opens a Bangkok Boutique Featuring Collectible Design Pieces
Canadian Outerwear Mall Debuts
Moose Knuckles Unveils New Retail Locations in Ottawa and Toronto
AI Checkout Kiosks
Retailers Embrace AI Vision To Speed Self-Checkout Lines
Celebrity Tech Retail Partnerships
Shaquille O'neal Joins the Innovation Retail Platform tm:rw
Autonomous Retail Merchandising Platforms
Retail Express Uses AI to Automate Pricing and Discounts
Beauty-Branded Holiday Markets
L'Oréal Paris Partners with Toronto's Distillery Winter Village
Novel Multi-Brand Retail Experiences
Lightspeed Commerce Debuts Multi-Brand Shopping and Ordering
Subway Station Fashion Takeovers
Reitmans Hosts its Spring 2026 Lower Bay Station Preview
NYC Identity-Inspired Retail Cconcepts
Concrete Amsterdam Designs the Inaugural Steve Madden Store
Heritage-Inspired Home Retail Stores
The Laura Ashley Brand Opens a Flagship Outlet in the UK
Retail Tech Revamps
Claire's Invests in Modern POS and Data Integration
Hyper-Realistic Premium Eyewear Stores
Gentle Monster Opens its First Canadian Flagship in Toronto
Wellness Shop-in-Shops
Wellness by Ulta Beauty Shares Immersive, Informative Experiences
Flagship Retail Spaces
Marc-Antoine Barrois Opens Its SoHo Flagship Store
Tasty Easter Activation Campaigns
The Mars Wrigley The Big Easter Bunny Off is Ready for Spring
Lifelong Reskilling Cultures
McKinsey And General Catalyst Highlight Continuous AI-Era Upskilling
Digital Twin Retail Technologies
Hanshow and Microsoft Explore the Store Digital Twin Technology
Shops-In-Shop Openings
Maje X Holt Renfrew Partner for a New Era in Canada
Compact In-Retail Designs
IKEA Shop-In-Shop Adds Home Planning with Tech in a Compact Space
Conceptual Retail Spaces
The ADER ERROR Tokyo Space Opens in Omotesando with an Exclusive Drop
Expanded Tech Marketplaces
Best Buy Unveils a Digital Marketplace with New Possibilities
Boutique Grocery Designs
The Meadow Lane Store Introduces a Refined Retail Concept in Tribeca
Inaugural Watch Brand Boutiques
The Tissot Montreal Eaton Centre Location is the First in Canada
Eurasia Athleisure Market Entries
Lululemon Expands Into Six New International Markets
Celebratory Beauty Expansion Campaigns
KimChiChic Beauty Celebrates Its Inclusion in Ulta
Social-First Beauty Retailers
Sally Beauty Joins TikTok Shop
Immersive Tech Retail Experiences
The Latest Xiaomi Store in London Showcases Tech and Lifestyle
Expanded Wellness Retail Assortments
Target Added 30% More Wellness Products to Its Shelves
Tech-Advanced Smart Retail Solutions
ZKONG Showcases Its Smart Retail Solutions in Düsseldorf
Compact Urban Grocery Retail
Whole Foods Expanded Daily Shop Stores into Three U.S. Cities
Agentic Retail Platforms
Levi Strauss And Microsoft Develop Unified AI Super Agent
In-Store Creator Commerce
Mac Cosmetics Turns Retail Employees into Live-Streaming Creators
Art-Focused Retail Capsules
Mattel and MoMA Partner to Craft a New Collaborative Collection
Intelligent Retail Infrastructure
Supermicro Spotlights Its Intelligent In-Store Retail Solutions
AI Retail Infrastructure Platforms
Huawei Expands Intelligent Retail Systems Across Europe
Measured Retail Expansions
Vessi Launches its Bellevue Store and In-Store Splash Experience
Industry-Advancing AI-Powered Innovation Tools
3M is Presenting a Suite of Tech Advancements
Christmasy Customer-Rewarding Retailer Campaigns
The One Stop 2025 Christmas Campaign Gives Back
Canadian Lifestyle Brand Expansions
Rocky Unveils an Ontario Expansion with Two New Storefronts
Retail AI Assistants
Retail AI Council Develops AI Tailored to Industry-Specific Needs
Cost-Effective Confectionery Items
World of Sweets Highlights Key Easter Trends Amid Rising Costs
Omnichannel Seasonal Support Campaigns
Bestway Wholesale Launches 'Buzz About the Sweetest Deals'
AI-Native Store Research
Vusion and Qualcomm Released the AI-Native Store™ White Paper
Future-Facing Food Retailer Ranges
The Ocado Future of Food Edit Aisle Spotlights Modern Varieties
Educational Running-Focused Activations
The Running Event Opens a Call for Education Sessions
Global Brand Refresh Systems
'Face the Future' Announces Rebrand With ShopTalk Studio
Experience-Focused Retail Carts
Target Redesigned Shopping Carts for Comfort and Convenience
Strategically Revised Retail Concepts
The Zellers Retail Brand is Being Re-Established in Canada
Elemental Retail Spaces
Goldwin Creates a Multi-Sensory Retail Environment in New York City
Furniture Store Expansions
IKEA Has Opened a Brick & Mortar Location in New Zealand
Boutique Grocery Makeovers
This Women’s Clothing Boutique is Charming and Thoughtful Design
Australian Designer Pop-Ups
WeWearAustralian Opens its WeWearAustralian Soho Store
Purpose-Led Emerging Brands Initiatives
7-Eleven Taps 27 Brands for Its 2026 Brands with Heart™
Luxury Linens Retails Flagships
Frette Opens Its First North American Flagship in Toronto
Retail Planning Partnerships
Bamboo Rose expands R.M.Williams partnerships
Specialized Retail Execution Teams
The Reset Team Launches National Merchandising Service
Global Sourcing-Focused Innovation Events
Made-In-China.com Hosted the Amazing April 2026 Event
Category-Focused Ball Retailers
The Ball Depot Launches its New E-Commerce Platform
Discovery-Led Beauty Zones
Watsons Launches BeautyVerse And Jubilee Wellness Corners