On any given day shopping for makeup should be harmless. You walk in, grab your favorite products, maybe splurge on something new, and head out. But for women, even the most ordinary errands can suddenly feel unsafe. That reality hit one Florida shopper hard during what should have been a carefree Ulta trip.
A Florida woman went into an Ulta store in Tampa, planning to pick up skincare and makeup. She wasn’t in a rush. She reveals taking her time, browsing shelves, and even keeping notes on her phone to stay on track. After nearly an hour, she made her way to the counter, ready to pay and leave.
But instead of a routine checkout, the store cashier leaned in with a chilling message that stopped her in her tracks. According to the woman, the staff quietly told her not to move or react. They assured her that the police were already on their way. What she didn’t realize was that a man had been following her around the store for the entire time she was shopping.
Florida Woman’s Scary Reality Sends Message To Women Everywhere
She vaguely remembered seeing someone hovering near her earlier, but brushed it off. Only now, with employees stepping in, did the truth sink in. She had been followed for 45 minutes straight by a stranger who reportedly had a history of doing the same thing.
“It’s such a disgusting and violating feeling,” one commenter reacts.
“So they know he’s done this before but they let him in anyway???” another asks.
“Good on the staff for keeping close eye and getting the cops there.” adds another.
For the Florida shopper, the experience left her rattled. She admitted she’s usually hyper-aware of her surroundings, but the one time she let her guard down, this happened. It’s the kind of chilling reminder that women can rarely relax. Even in broad daylight, not even in a busy store.
Instead of walking out with nothing more than a bag of beauty products, this woman left Ulta with a stark warning about just how quickly “normal” can turn terrifying. Her story is a wake-up call that safety isn’t guaranteed anywhere. Vigilance can sometimes mean the difference between a regular shopping trip and a nightmare.
Hunter Spears 
