Sephora UK is continuing to expand as it announces the opening of two store locations in Scotland this summer.
The LVMH-owned retailer is set to open doors to a 4,961sqft location in the country’s capital city, Edinburgh, located in retail and residential development St James Quarter.
The second location, in Glasgow, will open at Silverburn Shopping Centre, spanning 5,048sqft.
Both stores will be fully stocked with a number of brands exclusive to Sephora UK, allowing Scottish consumers to shop the likes of Rhode, Haus Labs, Makeup by Mario, Merit Beauty, Tower 28 and Half Magic in-person on Scottish soil for the first time.
“The Sephora UK team and I are thrilled to finally reveal that we are bringing our ‘temples of beauty’ to not one, but two incredible Scottish cities this summer – with fans crying out for a Scottish beauty playground,” said Sarah Boyd, MD of Sephora UK.
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“It has been three years since we opened our first UK store; from the very beginning we have been searching for the perfect locations for us to open in the region – and we are so happy to have found them in Edinburgh’s St James Quarter and Silverburn Glasgow.
“Opening in both Edinburgh and Glasgow this summer is about bringing double the energy, double the access, and double the magic to a country that has long been calling for it.
“Scotland also steps into a landmark summer, so the timing could not feel more meaningful, and Sephora UK is proud to play a part in a special season that is set to make its mark in the history books.
“We know how eagerly our Scottish customers have waited while we expanded across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, and we truly want to say thank you for your patience and loyalty.
“Now, Scotland, let us get even more bonnie together!”
When is Sephora UK opening in Scotland?
While specific dates are yet to be confirmed, Sephora UK has revealed that the two Scottish stores, located in Glasgow and Edinburgh, will open doors this summer.
What is happening at Sephora UK’s Edinburgh and Glasgow store openings?
While minimal details have been revealed so far, Sephora UK’s openings are normally marked with entertainment from local talent, local culinary treats and in-queue experiences.
Where else is Sephora UK opening new stores in 2026?
While full details have not been shared for the retailer’s 2026 plans, Boyd revealed to Cosmetics Business last year that the retailer is aiming to have 20 sites open by the end of year – one year earlier than planned.
Sephora UK has already opened doors to its first-ever Irish location in Belfast’s Victoria Square shopping district.
The retailer also confirmed a location within Bristol’s Cabot Circus shopping centre is set to open doors later this spring.
While no date has been set, the Bristol store will be set in a 4,660sqft location within the shopping centre.
Sephora UK is also set to launch a new boutique store concept this summer to accelerate growth, starting with two specialised boutiques planned to open in London shopping destinations, Carnaby Street and Old Spitalfields Market this summer.