John Player Special Hair & Body Shampoo

John Player Special (JPS) is a brand that originated in the United Kingdom as a tobacco brand under John Player & Sons in Nottingham. While the original tobacco brand is owned by Imperial Brands, the licensing for JPS-branded cosmetic and personal care products is managed by different entities depending on the region. In Germany and parts of Europe, these personal care products are manufactured and distributed under license by Straub GmbH, a prominent German cosmetics manufacturer.

Straub GmbH, headquartered in Wertheim, Germany, specializes in the production of high-quality body care, hair care, and fragrances. They hold the long-term rights to produce the JPS cosmetics line, ensuring the brand maintains a premium positioning in the drugstore and retail segments. While the brand carries a British legacy, the physical production of the liquid personal care items seen here takes place primarily in Germany.