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Sanex Shower Gel

ownerColgate-Palmolive Company (USA)
originUnited States
manufacturedItaly

Sanex is a well-established personal care brand that focuses on skin health and dermatology. Originally developed in Spain in 1984, it was the first brand to launch a soap-free shower gel specifically formulated for the skin's natural pH. The brand emphasizes 'keeping skin healthy' and is widely recognized for its minimalist, clinically-focused packaging.

Over the decades, the brand's ownership has transitioned through major global corporations. It was originally a product of the Spanish company Cruz Verde. It was later acquired by the Sara Lee Corporation, and in 2011, it was purchased by Colgate-Palmolive as part of a strategic expansion into the European personal care market. Today, Sanex products are primarily manufactured in European facilities, notably in Italy, to serve the international market.

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