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    The Indie Shelf

    5.0 (19 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Lots of great stuff!
    Melissa P.

    I'm not one of those people who has...a lot of makeup. Or skincare products...or knows how to use either of those things. Sabeen, the owner, was so sweet and helpful in teaching me how to use highlighter, bronzer, and not hitting me upside the head when I told her my skincare routine consists of showering occasionally, moisturizing sometimes and Korean face masks for funsies. She made me some little samples of cleansers and also helped me pick out some new curly hair products. There is a nice big mirror for you to look at when trying out different products. There are also some cute earrings and cards at the front. It's wonderful to have a woman-owned business in the neighborhood and I just want everyone to support her and buy all these great things! Great place to stop by for gifts or a treat yoself shopping spree. Check in on Yelp for 15% off this weekend!

    Cute sink area, it had products to try
    Farwa N.

    Adorable beauty shop in the middle of Graduate Hospital. Most of the products were either natural or organic. My favorite Ranavaat Beauty and Muskaan lipsticks. I loved the selection of candles! Can't wait to go back.

    This A N Other scent is out of control amazing, this hand butter makes your hands so soft, and my candles fragrance is out of this world.
    Eric R.

    Beyond thrilled about this cute little beauty boutique. Stopped in on opening week and it was so gorgeous. Sabeen was wonderful, she showed me around and consulted with me to make sure I would leave with the best products for my skin. I even walked out with a candle (that smelled incredible) Not only do they have products for women, they have so many products for men. To be honest a lot of them are unisex. I absolutely love going into The Indie Shelf because I know I will always find the product I am looking for.....plus some.

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    Ali A.

    Great little beauty shop for gifts. Owner run who was very helpful. Learnt some selfcare which was great. Perfect for presents and beauty products.

    Amazing natural products!!

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    KBeauty outlet

    5.0
    (18 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    K-BEAUTY OUTLET in Philly is a Korean skincare store located in Chinatown. I've been here a couple…read moreof times and the staff are always welcoming and very helpful in answering any questions pertaining to your skin needs. So far, with help and recommendations from their staff, I've purchased eye cream, eye patches, facial moisturizer, toner, and lip glosses, which all seem to be good quality. The cost seems to be equal to or maybe even a little more than, other places you can get some products. Parking is close to non-existent.

    I was excited to check this place out over the weekend and it really exceeded my expectations! The…read morestore is spotless, bright, and very well laid out with a ton of products (skincare, hair care, masks, makeup etc.) I was planning on just browsing and maybe picking up a mask to try but after a surprise sunburn (who knew you could get sunburnt just wandering around the city in 70 degree weather?!) further inflamed my already redness prone skin, I figured I'd see if they had anything that could help. I was skeptical because I've tried expensive products (Stilla, Dr. Jart, Smashbox etc.) and nothing had ever worked. Luckily for me, I was quickly approached by one of the helpful sales associates who asked what I was looking for and gave me some great recommendations! She was knowledgeable, so nice, and not at all pushy. She had me try the two products she said worked very well redness and I wound up buying them both - a lightweight moisturizer and a skin soothing mist. I'm new to Korean beauty but I'm really impressed with these two products already (it's only been 2 days!) The moisturizer feels incredible and I've definitely noticed a slight improvement in my redness. The spray was a godsend all weekend on my sunburn and smells so good! It's in a great location in Chinatown, very close to the Reading Terminal market. I'll definitely be back when I visit Philly again!

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    Glossier Philadelphia

    Glossier Philadelphia

    4.8
    (11 reviews)
    0.6 mi

    This is almost embarrassing to admit but at the age of 35, I am very, very late to the makeup game…read more My toiletries bag is full of the same crusty products I've been using for the past 5+ years. In a rare bout of experimentation recently, I was all set to pull the trigger on buying some products from Glossier on their website when I saw they had a brick and mortar in Philly and decided to go check it out. And I'm so glad I did! Being able to compare different colors/shades and seeing how they looked on my skin made a huge difference. The ladies in the pink jumpsuits were very friendly and quick to offer recommendations and advice if you ask. My only two critiques: 1. The area right by the front door got very crowded. If you walk a little bit further in towards the back, there were much fewer people with the same exact products to play around with. 2. Some of the samplers needed to be thrown out (dried up, nothing on the bottom). I liked that they had a lot of swabs, makeup remover, and hand sanitizer on hand, but that doesn't really help if the sampler product is useless. They're running a promo now where if you spend over a certain amount, you get a free pink mug!

    Today, I visited this charming girly beauty store in downtown Philadelphia for the first time and…read morewanted to check out two new perfumes recently launched: Glossier You Doux and You Rêve. I didn't choose either of the delightful, light, lovely fragrances. I preferred the Glossier limited edition birthday cake candle, which smells yummy. Their candles are affordable, have long-lasting aromas, and have a nice throw.

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    Target

    Target

    3.0
    (107 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    I love Target, and the Chestnut Street Philadelphia location is a prime example of how a major…read moreretail brand can adapt to city living without losing what makes it great. I grew up visiting Target in the suburbs, so discovering this location in Philadelphia immediately felt familiar. It maintains the brand's accessibility and comfort while smartly adapting to city life. The store is consistently clean, bright, organized, and well-stocked. The staff is friendly and helpful, the grocery selection is genuinely fresh, and the overall experience feels thoughtful and efficient. What Target does especially well is discernment. The product mix feels curated rather than crowded, with a smart balance of affordability, quality, and style across groceries, home goods, essentials, and private-label products. Their app also stands out, particularly the real-time inventory tools that make pickup and delivery seamless. More broadly, Target is one of the few major retailers that has preserved the strengths of brick-and-mortar shopping while still evolving for modern life. I suspect part of that comes from the company's Minnesota roots and the strong Scandinavian influence embedded in the culture there. You can feel it in the stores: clean layouts, restrained design, thoughtful presentation, efficiency paired with warmth, and an emphasis on functionality without sacrificing quality. It stands apart from most big-box retail in America. The Chestnut Street location embodies that philosophy perfectly. Similar to what brands like Barnes & Noble and Bloomingdale's have done with their urban stores, Target has adapted away from oversized suburban formats in certain city environments without sacrificing the core experience. The nearby location by the Barnes Foundation is excellent as well. It's larger than the Chestnut Street store but not a sprawling mega store, making it especially well-suited for city living while still offering a broader inventory and the convenience of free parking. Both locations feel like thoughtful adaptations of the traditional suburban retail model rather than watered-down versions. As parents, we've also been consistently impressed by Target's private-label products. Their diapers, formula, yogurt pouches, peanut butter, dairy products, pasta, and other everyday essentials have all been of excellent quality at prices meaningfully lower than those of many national brands. Target's Philadelphia stores demonstrate how thoughtful, adaptable retail can succeed in urban environments while preserving the core values that built customer loyalty in the first place. Highly recommended!

    Sometimes Urban Targets are a bit smaller. This isn't the case here. Spread across two floors, they…read morehave everything a larger Target would have from groceries to travel toiletries to toys. It's clean (from my experience) and staff were helpful. There are many self-check-out aisles making quick trips possible.

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    SEPHORA

    SEPHORA

    3.3
    (215 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$$

    Went in on a Saturday afternoon after doing way too much research on eyelash serums. I'm talking…read moreReddit deep dives and hours on Google. I wanted an actual in person opinion before dropping that kind of money. I asked an associate about a few options, told her what I've used before, what I was looking for, just trying to give context. It was busy, so I get that it's hectic. But she was clearly over it. Eyes glazing over, super short responses, that vibe where someone is already tired of you and you just started talking. She basically pointed at one product and kind of brushed me off. The frustrating part is I was already leaning toward that exact serum. I just wanted confirmation or a little insight. Instead I felt like I was inconveniencing her for asking basic questions in a store that literally sells beauty advice as part of the experience. Sephora is already pricey, so the whole reason I went in instead of ordering online was for guidance. If I'm going to get treated like that, I might as well just click buy from home next time. Cashiers were nice though. So at least checkout didn't feel awkward.

    I visit once a year usually around my birthday. I have chemical sensitivity and migraines but like…read moreto treat myself to a new carefully selected fragrance. I was greeted upon entering. I approached a team member in the makeup section and asked for assistance with a new fragrance. The nice young lady referred me to Ms Dorthy who was a few steps away. It was busy and she kindly held that area down. I mentioned that I have Gucci Blossom from a while back but started triggering migraines. I have DK Good Girl which I would need to spray way in advance. Marc Jacob Daisy is my most recent. As I grew older the Spider Senses became stronger. Lol Ms Dorthy suggested several fragrances. I went with a travel of a Jo Malone. I am not built for the cold and spoke with Kimberly about hair hydration. I went with her recommendation of a Briigeo Travel Kit. Kind recommendations. Self Care on a budget. Looking forward to my upcoming birthday reward.

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