A NEW Superdrug has opened its doors for the first time at Parsonage Retail Park today.

On Thursday, September 28, the popular health and beauty retailer launched its new 6,500 sq. ft store out of the former Argos unit off Atherleigh Way.

The launch builds on Superdrug's town centre store and will create 16 new jobs on the retail park.

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Leigh Journal: The store replaces the former Argos unit on the retail parkThe store replaces the former Argos unit on the retail park (Image: Google Maps)
With a wide range of cosmetic products, everyday toiletries, beauty treatments and luxury fragrances, Superdrug has become the leading health and beauty retailers in the UK, with more than 830 stores and 12,000 staff members across the country.

Superdrug bosses point to their own cosmetics range Studio London, as well as other best-selling ranges including B. Skin, Me+, Vitamin E, Optimum, Naturally Radiant.

Beauty enthusiasts can also access beauty and personal care brands including the likes of Relove by Revolution and MUA, while there will also be a new fragrance counter at the Parsonage store with premium brands.

The new Leigh store will also feature its very own Beauty Studio area where customers can access professional treatments at affordable prices, such as eyebrow and lashes, piercing and nail services.

Shoppers will also have the chance to sign up to Superdrug’s Health and Beautycard to collect points to redeem on future purchases, with exclusive offers available for cardholders, including lower member prices, bonus points offers, birthday treats, and the option to pay with points.

Nigel Duxbury, Property Director at Superdrug, said: “We are so pleased to be announcing the opening of a new store in Leigh Parsonage Retail Park, allowing us to continue growing the presence of Superdrug in the town, alongside the current store in the town centre.

"With a wide range of popular health and beauty brands, a luxury fragrance counter, and a professional Beauty Studio, we’re confident that our local customers will love and welcome the new store."