Estée Lauder and husband Joseph first created a select range of skincare products in 1946, expanding to include cosmetics and fragrance including the now-cult favourite 'double wear' cosmetic products. Some of their products are made in the UK.

Inspired by the fast-paced Capital City, Rimmel London is committed to experimenting with colour, encouraging self expression through make-up. Some of their production is based in Ashford, Kent.

Soap & Glory's bath, body, fragrance and cosmetics ranges are affordable and many products are created in Boots' dedicated product development facilities in Nottingham. Cult favourites include their plumping gloss and brow pencil.

Launched in 1937, No7 brings Nottingham-designed premium skincare, nailcare and cosmetics products to Boots stores around the UK at an affordable price. They are best known for their 'age-defying' serums and shade matching services.

Max Factor is known for its creation of many popular cosmetic products used today. Creators of the first commercially available foundation, Max Factor develops and manufactures some of their products in the UK, including their mascaras and powder products.