Superdrug beauty and healthcare products

Superdrug is one of the United Kingdom's most prominent health and beauty retailers, known for its extensive range of own-brand cosmetics, skincare, and pharmaceutical products. Founded in 1964 by the Goldstein brothers in London, the brand quickly expanded to become a major competitor in the British high street market, focusing on accessibility and affordable luxury.

While the brand maintains a strong British identity, its ownership and supply chain have evolved into a global operation. Manufacturing for Superdrug's private label goods occurs primarily in the UK and Europe to ensure high quality and regulatory compliance, though components and specialty items may be sourced from multiple countries globally.

Since 2002, Superdrug has been under the ownership of A.S. Watson Group, a major international health and beauty retailer. A.S. Watson Group is itself a subsidiary of CK Hutchison Holdings Limited, a multinational conglomerate based in Hong Kong. This ownership has allowed Superdrug to leverage global research and development resources while maintaining its local presence as a staple of the UK retail landscape.