This is a fairly big store, and thanks to bit of re thinking, mums with prams can now get out of…read morethe door. Most people think that Superdrug is in competition with Boots, but in fact they are co owned. Superdrug has a good selection of goods; cosmetics, toiletries, electrical, and first aid. They also carry a range of perfumes. With the Boots loyalty card I don't see a lot of point in making purchases here anymore.

Poole's Superdrug store is of a reasonable size and lies in the main high street. I have always…read morefound superdrug to have some really competitive price compared to other shops in the same category such as Boots. The in-store offers are always really appealing and at Christmas their range of gifts is impressive. Recently Superdrug's perfume area was moved and now unlike most perfume shops you are allowed to roam freely among the scents trying them as you please so none of the having to ask an assistant over and over again. The layout of the shop is easy to negotiate and understand but it can get busy at peak times like all shops in the town.

This is a small local store situated in the Southbourne main shopping street, there is street…read moreparking available. The store has is own Pharmacy, this is closed between 1 and 2, and the staff are very helpful. There are many small sections which include; baby items, hair shampoos & dyes, deodorants, mens, cosmetics and medication. There is also a photo section there for all your developing needs. I have found that if I have any questions to which sort of medication I should take for minor ailments then they have been knowledgeable and have not just sold me the most expensive item. They carry a small selection of offers which are available at the bigger stores, but for any greater needs the Boscombe branch is 10 minutes away.

My local Space NK store - I visit fairly regularly to stock up on some of my favourite products…read more This store sells most of the brands you'd expect to see, including Sunday Riley, Tom Ford, Oskia, Diptyque, Living Proof, Oribe and lots more (although they only carry a few select Hourglass products). For anyone unfamiliar with Space NK, it's the closest thing to Sephora we have in the UK and sells a good selection of popular high end makeup, skincare, body and hair products, most individual items costing upwards of £20. Definitely not somewhere to be tempted by if you're on a tight budget! Most of the staff at this store are quite friendly and helpful, although it is often busy and all staff members are usually otherwise occupied. One particular member of staff with short dark hair (I don't know her name) is the only one I have an issue with, as she is never helpful, often loudly gossiping to other staff and always walks away from me when I obviously try to approach her for help! However I haven't seen her in a while so not sure if she still works there. I enjoy browsing some of my favourite blogger-recommended beauty products in person and asking advice when I can grab an assistant when they're not busy, although I wish they gave out samples. I'm reluctant to spend money on many of these non-refundable high end products when I don't even know if they'll work for me. Specific products I make a trip to this store to buy aren't always in stock, so call ahead to avoid disappointment. On my last visit I waited in a queue for 15 minutes just to be told the Nars primer I wanted was out of stock - a bit annoying as I'd been waiting around for so long! If you're making regular purchases, I'd recommend signing up for the free points-based loyalty card, as a £50 spend within 3 months will get you £5 off your next purchase. Overall this can be a fun store to browse, but I prefer to make my purchases online as the product selection is better and I don't have to wait around for someone to eventually serve me!

I visited SpaceNk in Bournemouth when it first opened recently and would definitely recommend…read morecoming here over Debenhams/Beales for beauty advice/products. The sales assistants all are really nice, helpful and NOT snooty like they can be in some expensive beauty places. SpaceNk carry a wide range of top brands Eve Lom, Ren (amazing!), nars, Jurlique, Laura Mercia, Model Co, Caudalie, Aromatherapy Associates and much more, I bought some gorgeous candles from here too (sorry can't remember the brand). The layout and design of the shop is gorgeous and generally it makes a nice shopping experience so if you want to be pampered or buy someone a special gift, visit here :)

This is a small branch of the chemist. They are jampacked with treasures…read more If you are looking for gifts, especially for girls, this can be very handy. Make up purses, toiletry bags, make up, brushes, hair accessories, etc. At Christmas they stock even more present material and at very good prices. The Pharmacist is knowlegdeable and can give very good advice. This branch is near me, and very useful.

This store is situated in the heart of winton high street and has a good range of products for…read moresale. It has its own pharmacy and a number of till points. Although this is a small branch of boots it still boasts all the necessary items from medicines to shampoos to nappies and photo equipment. There is a car park adjacent although it is a pay and display but sometimes you can park in the road free. The store is well manned with friendly helpful staff. I would recommend this store if you need to pop in and get your everyday toiletries. For more choice you would need to visit a larger branch.

Medium sized Boots in the heart of Winton. A good selection of most usual Boots items. Staff are…read moreeither really friendly or really miserable - nothing inbetween! Also don't do meal deals which is a really shame. Have quite a good selection of bargains though in their reduced section. No advantage card point.

This is a good sized pharmacy that gets busy at times. They tell me I will be waiting around 15…read moreminutes for my prescription which normally I am but most of the time I just go back the next day. The medicines they sell on the shelves are expensive and I can get them from other shops far cheaper. Most of the staff there are friendly. The shop is well laid out. They sell gifts and get a different range near Christmas. The security guard here always seems to be watching you as if you are going to do something wrong and he is a bit rude. There is parking close by.

This is a fairly small Boots which sells most things that other boots do. They have a pharmacy…read morethere and sell cosmetics off the shelf. They don't sell any food or drink at this branch. As with all boots there is the reward card system where you can collect points on whatever you buy. The shop does get quite busy. Most of the staff are friendly and helpful. It is not too far from a few of the car parks in Shirley. Most of the prices are average but there are plenty of other stores where I have found things cheaper.

Fabulous handmade bathroom gooeys, face masks, facial scrubs, bath additives,bath bombs, scrubs,…read morescents, etc. Just walking past is an aromatic delight. All products are green and non animal tested, and sourced locally. A little pricey, but everything lasts, and makes you feel great - a real treat for mind and body!! Staff are helpful and friendly, and there's often an offer available. They don't have a men's section as such, but somes aromas wouldn't suit men's pallattes, or maybe would!

Being lucky enough to visit the original Lush store is a true privilege for any Lush fan - this is…read morewhere it all began! Poole isn't usually my go-to shopping destination, but I'll often go out of my way to make a trip here. The store is tiny and gets cramped with more than a few visitors, yet is stuffed to the brim with any Lush items you could want, from bubble bars and shower gels to shampoos and henna hair dyes, even at Christmas when there are even more goodies to choose from. This is the only store in the world that features the exclusive (and beautiful) 29 High Street perfume, the perfume that smells exactly like a Lush store in a bottle, as well as some special edition tote bags you won't find anywhere else. They also feature a more extensive collection of perfumes (both solids and liquids) than your regular Lush store. The staff are wonderful and so helpful, a joy to talk to and always surprise me with great new product recommendations and samples. I feel like sometimes there are too many staff members in the shop but it can get busy very quickly. There is also a Lush Spa location next door, one of only a few in the country - I haven't yet been lucky enough to try this out myself but I've heard it's a must-visit if you happen to be in the area! Even though Poole isn't the most stand-out shopping destination this is absolutely worth a trip.