No. 7 (brand)

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No7 is a beauty brand of anti-ageing creams, skincare and cosmetic products developed by Boots in the United Kingdom. [1] The brand No7 was launched by Boots in 1935 [2] as a selection of eleven skincare products and was expanded in 1937 with some colour cosmetics. [3] [4] Since its introduction, the brand has undergone eight redesigns. [3] In 2007, Boots expanded the range to incorporate body products, foundation, creams and men's skincare. [3]

In 2021, Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA), the company owning the brand, launched No7 as a separate company. [5] [6]

No7's products and services are available in over 20,000 stores and online, in 29 markets worldwide. [7]

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