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Who owns Unilever, and which brands does it own?

Last verified 12 September 2026Last updated 12 September 2026

Animal welfare record

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Brands owned by Unilever

Dove

Personal care brand offering body washes, beauty bars, lotions, moisturizers, hair care, antiperspirants and deodorants for women, men, babies, and children.

Some vegan linesCruelty-free

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Persil

Laundry detergent brand available in powder, liquid, and capsule formats

Not veganNot cruelty-free

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Simple

Some vegan linesCruelty-free

Last verified 12 September 2026

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Wild Deodorant

UK-based refillable natural deodorant, body wash, hand wash, and lip balm brand featuring plant-based ingredients and plastic-free packaging.

VeganCruelty-free

Last verified 12 September 2026

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Sources

Dove is owned by Unilever; product descriptionsOfficial registry
Supports: Dove is recorded as having Unilever as its parent.
Unilever (Official) · Accessed 12 September 2026
UK ownership by Unilever, dual-ownership structure with HenkelOfficial registry
Supports: Persil is recorded as having Unilever as its parent.
Wikipedia · Accessed 12 September 2026
Ownership by Unilever since 2010; product type and historyOfficial registry
Supports: Simple is recorded as having Unilever as its parent since 2010.
Wikipedia · Accessed 12 September 2026
Acquisition of Wild by Unilever in April 2025Official registry
Supports: Wild is recorded as having Unilever as its parent since 2025.
Unilever · Accessed 12 September 2026

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