As part of our partnership with Landsec, we gave members of CEW the chance to secure a rent-free, prime retail space in one of Landsec’s bustling shopping centres. We co-hosted a ‘Dragons’ Den’ style event where the five shortlisted health & beauty brands pitched for the opportunity to win. Each brought great energy and presented exceptional creative visions for how they would use the space, making the judges’ final decision very difficult indeed. Abi Cleeve and her team at SkinSense and Ultrasun won the competition and are now opening the doors to their pop-up in Bluewater!
Leading sun protection and skincare brands Ultrasun and SkinSense are set to launch an immersive pop-up store at Bluewater Shopping Centre from May 8th to June 8th, offering visitors expert-led skincare guidance, personalised consultations, and exclusive in-store experiences.
This innovative pop-up unites two powerhouse brands under one roof. Ultrasun, the renowned Swiss UV protection brand, and SkinSense, a high-performance skincare line, are both championed by Abi Cleeve, a respected figure in the beauty industry. With over 30 years of experience in UV innovation, Ultrasun’s lamellar technology offers long-lasting, non-greasy sun protection, while SkinSense delivers potent, stable active ingredients that address everyday skincare concerns like dehydration, fine lines, and dullness.
What to Expect:
- Free expert skincare consultations with Abi Cleeve and her professional team
- VISIA skin analysis offering personalised insight into sun damage, hydration, and skin health
- Discovery zones to test and learn about each brand’s most popular products
- Exclusive promotions and gifts with purchase throughout the pop-up’s run
Abi Cleeve: “We’re delighted to bring our high-performance lamellar formulas to Bluewater, offering one-on-one consultations to help customers fi nd the right SPF and skincare for their needs. With so many options out there, it can be overwhelming to know what’s truly necessary, and what isn’t! The opportunity to connect directly with our customers through face scans and personalised advice is invaluable. We’re incredibly grateful to CEW and Landsec for making this pop-up a reality.”
Cleeve’s dual-brand concept won support from CEW UK and Landsec during a recent Dragon’s Den-style pitch event.
Sallie Berkerey, Managing Director of CEW UK: “I’m excited to see the Ultrasun x SkinSense Bluewater space come to life, and have no doubt shoppers will not only discover some incredible UV protection and skincare options, but will learn so much about proper protection in the sun and how best to choose a skincare routine to suit their needs. Abi and her team delivered a winning presentation during our Dragon’s Den style event in partnership with Landsec, and I’m looking forward to visiting the store.”
With summer fast approaching, this hands-on retail experience offers timely, practical education about UV safety and effective skincare — supported by science, experience, and trusted formulas.
