The Body Shop, the iconic British-born ethical beauty brand has announced the opening of its latest store at Inorbit Mall, Visakhapatnam. This launch marks a significant milestone in the brand’s expansion across South India, bringing its portfolio of cruelty-free skincare, haircare, and fragrance to the heart of Vizag.
Moving beyond the traditional retail format, the Inorbit Mall store offers a sensory experience rooted in the rich heritage of Andhra Pradesh. The store’s design pays homage to the Araku Valley’s coffee culture through a bespoke, hand-painted mural. The artwork depicts the journey of the coffee bean and celebrates the resilient women who nurture them, seamlessly blending the region’s cultural identity with The Body Shop’s global commitment to community fair trade and conscious beauty.
“At The Body Shop, we strive to create retail spaces that act as a bridge between our products and the communities we serve,” said Vishal Chaturvedi, Chief Revenue Officer, The Body Shop India. “In Vizag, we wanted to celebrate the spirit of Andhra Pradesh. By drawing inspiration from the Araku Valley, we have integrated a local narrative of craftsmanship and women-led livelihoods into our store design. It’s more than a store; it’s a celebration of the region’s identity and our shared values of ethical sourcing.”
The launch at Inorbit Mall underscores The Body Shop’s ongoing retail expansion strategy to enhance accessibility in India while ensuring each store feels unique, relevant, and deeply connected to its local environment.
The Body Shop India operates in India through its partner Quest Retail, A leading Beauty Specialist Omni Channel Retailer and Brand development company in India. Quest Retail has been a pioneer in bringing Beauty Retail and Brand concepts to India since 2006.
