Coronavirus: Glossier has closed all of its stores

By Sarah Parsons | Published: 13-Mar-2020
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The cult make-up and skin care brand described the Covid-19 decision as a 'tough call for many reasons'

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Glossier has closed all of its stores in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, with the beauty brand's CEO saying she is "prepared to put public health ahead" of the bottom line.

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