Report: John Lewis Hires New Head of Beauty

Dec 1st, 2022

Jacquelyn Mueller, associate editor, Global Cosmetic Industry

Heena Mohammed reportedly wants to focus more on offering products that appeal to customers of all ages.

Heena Mohammed reportedly wants to focus more on offering products that appeal to customers of all ages.

British department store John Lewis has hired Heena Mohammed as its head of beauty, according to UK Daily News.

Mohammed will be responsible for bridging the gap between online and in-store experiences.

In addition, Mohammed reportedly wants to focus more on offering products that appeal to customers of all ages.

Before joining John Lewis, Mohammed worked at Net-a-Porter for 16 years.

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