Walmart Start™, the retail giant's beauty brand accelerator program, is back for its second year, seeking innovative beauty brands to transform the industry. The program aims to support emerging brands in skincare, makeup, hair, nails, and more, equipping them with the tools needed to succeed and scale in the mass market.
At least five unique brands will be selected, receiving individualized operational and executional support tailored to ensure a successful launch at Walmart. The accelerator focuses on preparing brands for both in-store and online launch within the next year.
The inaugural Walmart Start class saw the successful launch of game-changing beauty brands like Dossier, The Hair Lab by Strands, Pardon My Fro, and PaintLab, all available on Walmart.com.
Prospective participants can submit applications from March 20, 2023, through April 28, 2023, for a chance to become the next beauty trailblazers.
Beauty Brand Accelerator Programs
Walmart Start™ Returns to Discover Next Gen Beauty Brands
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