Molton Brown was established in 1971 as a hair salon by Caroline Burstein and Michael Collis on South Molton Street, London. Originally starting with hand-mixed natural hair products, the brand evolved into a luxury bath, body, and fragrance house that became a quintessentially British brand. In 2013, the company was granted a Royal Warrant as Suppliers of Toiletries by appointment to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Their most iconic product is Re-charge Black Pepper, launched in 2002, which revolutionised men’s bodycare with its distinctive spicy fragrance. This collection remains their bestselling range, encompassing bath gel, deodorant, and eau de toilette. The fragrance features Madagascar black pepper oil, coriander, and vetiver, creating a warm, energising scent that has won multiple awards.

Another standout collection is Orange & Bergamot (formerly known as Naran Ji), which captures the essence of Seville oranges and features their signature bitter orange oil from Spain. This range exemplifies their expertise in citrus fragrances and includes their highly successful hand wash and hand lotion, found in luxury hotels worldwide.

Molton Brown’s most successful recent launches include Flora Luminare, a modern floral featuring orange blossom, and Jasmine & Sun Rose, which has become particularly popular in their home fragrance category. Their Coastal Cypress & Sea Fennel collection has also achieved significant success, especially in their bath and shower gel format.

The brand’s luxurious Bath and Shower Gels remain their most successful product category, with varieties like Delicious Rhubarb & Rose and Russian Leather gaining cult status. Their Hand Care collections are equally renowned, particularly during the post-2020 period when hand hygiene became paramount.

The Fragrance Collection, launched in 2019, elevated their perfumery credentials with sophisticated eau de parfums like Milk Musk and Vetiver & Grapefruit. These fragrances demonstrate their evolution from a bath and body brand to a serious player in the luxury fragrance market.

Their home fragrance category has grown significantly, with their Aroma Reeds diffusers and single-note candles becoming popular choices for luxury hotels and homes alike. The Vintage with Elderflower candle has become particularly sought after.

Molton Brown maintains its position as a premium British brand through distinctive brown bottle packaging, sophisticated formulations, and a commitment to ethical practices, including their stance against animal testing and support for sustainable ingredients sourcing.