Space NK is a

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retailer specializing in personal care and beauty products.

History

The company was founded in 1991 and originally named Space NK Apothecary, by

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, with the first store opening in

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in 1993. Space NK became a

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company in 2002, and as of August 2021, the brand has 76 stores across the UK and

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. In 2020, Space NK repositioned its US business into Wholesale+; a fully serviced wholesale model offering prestige skin, hair and make-up brands across over 50

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and

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stores. In August 2021, Space NK launched in

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with HBC on line and in selected stores. In November 2024, Space NK warned customers of a social media scam which saw fraudsters creating false advertisements claiming to sell its £250 advent calendar for just £28.99. In July 2025, Space NK was acquired by US retailer Ulta Beauty.

Products

Space NK offers a range of products, including skincare,

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and gadgets. This selection comprises over 130 brands including Drunk Elephant, Nars, Charlotte Tilbury and Diptyque as well as a host of exclusive brands such as Boy Smells and Rose Inc.

References

External links

UK Official WebsiteUS Official WebsiteEU Official WebsiteCN Official WebsiteSpace NK Customer Service
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