Space NK is a British luxury beauty retailer founded by Nicky Kinnaird in 1991, with its first store opening in London's Covent Garden in 1993. Originally trading as Space NK Apothecary, the company built its reputation on a carefully curated edit of hard-to-find international beauty brands at a time when such products were rarely available on the British high street. Over the following decades Space NK grew to operate more than 80 stores across the UK and Ireland, cementing its position as one of the country's most respected premium beauty destinations. The retailer stocks over 130 brands spanning skincare, makeup, haircare, fragrance, and bath & body, with a philosophy centred on discovering and championing the best the global beauty industry has to offer.
Space NK's defining approach is rigorous curation rather than volume. The buying team continuously sources and evaluates brands from around the world, stocking only those that meet their standards for innovation, quality, and efficacy. Trusted names carried by Space NK include Eve Lom, Sunday Riley, Caudalie, Tata Harper, NARS, Hourglass, Laura Mercier, By Terry, Kevyn Aucoin, and Diptyque, alongside niche and specialist labels such as RMS Beauty for those seeking vegan formulations and Artis Brushes for a professional-grade finish. This mix of established cult brands and emerging names means the assortment is continually evolving.
The skincare range covers the full routine: high-performance cleansers, serums, facial oils, exfoliators, moisturisers, eye treatments, and targeted overnight formulas. The makeup offering spans complexion, eyes, cheeks, and lips, with an emphasis on brands that balance artistry with wearability. Space NK also stocks haircare, fragrance, beauty tools, and accessories, making it a comprehensive one-stop destination for those who take their beauty regime seriously.
Space NK's NDULGE rewards scheme allows members to earn points on purchases, which can be redeemed against future orders. Members also receive birthday treats, early access to sale events, and invitations to exclusive in-store and online events. The programme reflects the retailer's broader emphasis on building an expert beauty community rather than simply selling products.
Space NK's email newsletter kept subscribers informed of new product launches, limited-edition releases, sale previews, and impartial beauty recommendations from the retailer's in-house experts. The communications were designed to act as a trusted editorial voice, helping customers navigate an often overwhelming beauty market with confident, unbiased guidance.
Space NK was founded by Nicky Kinnaird in 1991 and opened its first store in London's Covent Garden in 1993. It originally traded as Space NK Apothecary before becoming simply Space NK.
Space NK stocks over 130 premium and niche beauty brands. These include NARS, Charlotte Tilbury, Hourglass, Laura Mercier, By Terry, Eve Lom, Sunday Riley, Caudalie, Tata Harper, Diptyque, Drunk Elephant, RMS Beauty, and Artis Brushes, among many others. The selection is regularly updated as the buying team identifies new standout brands.
Yes. Space NK operates the NDULGE rewards programme, through which customers earn points on qualifying purchases. Points can be redeemed for money off future orders, and members also receive birthday rewards and access to exclusive events and sale previews.
Yes. As of 2025, Space NK continues to trade with over 80 stores across the UK and Ireland, as well as an active online presence. In July 2025 the company was acquired by US beauty retailer Ulta Beauty, which announced plans to use Space NK to support its international expansion.
Space NK became part of Manzanita Capital in 2002, which supported significant expansion of the brand's store network and online operations. In July 2025 Ulta Beauty, one of the largest beauty retailers in the United States, acquired Space NK as part of a strategy to grow its presence outside North America.
Space NK stocks a number of vegan and cruelty-free brands alongside its wider range. RMS Beauty is one example of a vegan makeup brand available through the retailer. The product pages and in-store team can help identify products that meet specific ethical or ingredient preferences.
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