Wick Dampf Inhalator

Wick is a historical brand known globally, particularly for its VapoRub product. Originally founded in the United States by Lunsford Richardson as Vicks, the brand was localized in German-speaking markets as 'Wick' to ensure proper brand perception and pronunciation. The brand has a long history of family ownership before becoming part of large global conglomerates.

Today, Wick is owned by the American multinational consumer goods corporation Procter & Gamble (P&G). While the brand has American roots, the electronic devices such as this steam inhaler are often manufactured through partnerships with specialized healthcare equipment manufacturers, primarily located in China, while the pharmaceutical fragrance components like VapoPads are produced in various P&G plants globally. In Europe, the brand and its health products are managed through P&G's regional subsidiaries.