Superdrug health and beauty retailer

Superdrug is a prominent health and beauty retailer in the United Kingdom, offering a wide range of products and services to its customers. Founded in 1964 by brothers Ronald and Peter Goldstein, the company has grown to become the UK's second-largest health and beauty retailer, operating nearly 900 stores across the UK and Ireland. Superdrug's product offerings include cosmetics, skincare, fragrances, and health products, catering to a diverse customer base. The company also provides various in-store services, such as pharmacies with consultation rooms, nurse clinics, and beauty treatments. Over the years, Superdrug has expanded its presence by entering the Irish market in 2006 and offering online services to Denmark, Finland, and Sweden. In 2001, Superdrug was acquired by the Kruidvat Group, a Dutch health and beauty retailer. Subsequently, in 2002, the A.S. Watson Group, a subsidiary of the Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison Holdings, acquired Superdrug as part of its buyout of Kruidvat BV. This acquisition allowed Superdrug to leverage the resources and expertise of the A.S. Watson Group, further solidifying its position in the health and beauty retail sector. Today, Superdrug continues to operate under the ownership of the A.S. Watson Group, offering a comprehensive range of health and beauty products and services to its customers.