# Can Walmart Win Beauty With Better Service? | Fast Five Shorts

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Podcast: [Omni Talk Retail](https://stenobird.com/podcast/omni-talk-retail-682688)
Published: 2026-05-09T01:57:21+00:00
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Duration seconds: 594

## Resource

This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores Walmart’s plan to expand trained beauty experts into more than 400 stores. Chris Walton and Jenn Hahn discuss why Walmart is investing more heavily in customer service, how TikTok trends are influencing beauty retail, and why human interaction still matters in an AI-driven shopping world. They also debate whether Walmart’s scale and convenience could make it a serious beauty destination in the years ahead. ⏩ Tune in for the full episode here: https://youtu.be/1YSVQokcVL8 #Walmart #BeautyRetail #CustomerExperience #RetailInnovation

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