The main reason I visit Cosmetics Plus is to get replacement jewellery for my piercings, or as the…read morecase was this weekend - to get something pierced. I've found their piercing staff always friendly, helpful, and handy with a needle. Cosmetics Plus also has a huge range of other varied accessories, most of which are cheap and of average quality. Heaps of makeup and stuff here, too. Some of it cheap, no-name brands, some of it more expensive. There's been a couple of times that the girl behind the counter has been more interested in her hair and makeup rather than her job, but that tends to happen at most retail shops at Chermside.

You can't pick the right time to come here.... usually it's been so busy you can't navigate the…read moreaisles. Today it wasn't Packed so I could get near the makeup. But to make it hard at least 6 staff tried to help me... I get so annoyed when I am asked more than once, just let me shop in peace! They stopped selling one of my go to items but I am sure I will find a replacement (or just buy on my next LA trip). Hot tip... make sure you sign up for a reward card, you can also use it in their Asia stores.

Good range of products but the music is so bloody loud! I will come back another day when it…read moredoesn't sound like a jet engine is going I my living room!

Go Vita is a national chain of health stores, and the shop in Chermside shopping centre is always…read morepacked full of health products and in-store specials. Chermside is huge, so look for Kmart and you'll find Go Vita. They stock a large range of vitamins and nutrition supplements, and their staff can offer naturopathic advice for your health. No appointment is needed for the Naturopath and they're available every day of the week. There's also organic skin care and beauty products. Go Vita has a membership program. I'm a member! You can sign up for free and your membership card gets you lots of discounts and offers. Sales and offers in January for everyone, include Detox in Jan - buy 2 Lemon Detox packs for $180. Coming up is the annual stock take sale on Tuesday 31st January from 5-8pm where there will be a massive sale across everything in store.

23-7-2012 Entered the shop for to browse and maybe purchase…read moresupplements etc ask staff about preworkout sups i heard about First lady decides to say "why would you want that for !!!! i said its something i read about, she shock her head and walked past me to go to the back room who knows why ...The other 2 went quiet and spoke to each other saying just give hime what he wants . Was thinking what is goin on here and left.

Having pilfered my mum's strong collection of Body shop over the years,…read moreit's safe to say I am a bit of a fan. This place is also where I go for great gift's, whether its for great-aunt ethel or your BFF Body Shop has something to suit the pickiest lady. (They also make these great pamper packs for christmas.) I think what product rings synonymously with the Body Shop is their range of body butters and scrubs. (For as long as I could remember I have alternated having the coconut or strawberry tub residing in my bathroom drawer.) I've been in their city location a number of times, but I always go back to the chermside store. I think the store seem's a bit more put together and quieter than the myer center. But wherever you decide to go, it's more than likely you will be met with knowledgable and friendly staff who are more than happy to take you through their product range.

I had an amazing experience at Mecca, Cleo was so helpful and knowledgeable and made my visit so…read moreeasy and fun. Great product range.

I was in desperate need for a foundation and assumed Mecca Maxima would carry the same stock as…read moreMecca on James Street. Sadly no. Fortunately I was happy to consider a new foundation and the salesperson who assisted me tried on a couple of different ones from Smashbox. She was absolutely lovely and patient however unluckily for me, there was no stock on the foundation I'd decided on. Had another staff member assist me with a different foundation which I'd then purchased. Staff was helpful and friendly but don't really seem experienced, especially in dealing with mature skin tones. They tried their best so kudos to them.

This is a lovely homeware oasis in the madness of Chermside…read more Beautiful linen, gorgeous homewares and delicious organic skin care and candles are complemented by a decent jewellery and book section. I particularly loved the huge range of organic scented candles and the aromatherapy section, so many places stock cheap, synthetic options but Karma Living has the real deal.

Stepping into this shop, you feel as if your soul has been captured by monks and taken to a more…read moreserene and better world. It is lit by burning scented candles and every corner of the shop exudes a different aroma. Buddha statues line your path through the store, directing you towards soothing oils, face masks, jewellery, meditation books and home decorations. One of only two of these stores in Queensland, it is unique to Brisbane, and a wonderful retreat from the throngs of shoppers pulsing through the Chermside mall. Definitely a store for one to visit to reconnect with their spiritual side and to pamper their skin and soul.