Merz Apothecary

4716 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60625-2010
Phone: (773) 989-0900

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Cross Street:: W Leland Avenue

Directions:: El stop: Brown Line to Western; bus: 11

Best of Citysearch:: Beauty Store 2007

Hours:: Mon-Sat 9am-6pm

Message from Merz Apothecary

The best international bath, body and natural health products

Two locations to serve you
Online ordering available
Natural Health Products

Whether you visit us at our Lincoln Square location in the Macy's on State Street, one thing is for sure, you're garanteed to find the same great products and service. Merz Apothecary is a Chicago landmark and a mecca for people who want unique natural products for their bodies. Over the years careful product selection has continued, and now the shop boasts, among its impressive product assortment, the largest collection of natural and luxury soaps from around the world under one roof.

The staff hails from around the world and collectively speaks seven languages. Customers seek out the well-trained staff for the 130 years of health and product knowledge it has inherited. The location and people have changed over the years, but the Apothecary's goal has remained the same: providing superior and personal service for each customer's total well-being.

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Editorial Review for Merz Apothecary – by Jennifer Olvera

The Scene
In operation since 1875, this quaint, old-world pharmacy specializes in homeopathic remedies and international toiletries. Unmistakably family-owned in feel, its holistic approach is comforting and contemporary at the same time. The approachable staff gladly suggest alternative treatments to whatever ails you.

The Goods
Dark, carved wood counters and shelves are brimming with sunscreens from France, deodorants from Germany and aromatherapeutic household cleansers from the States. Mineral herb scrubs, spa treatments for babies and naturally derived makeup make the whole family feel special. Ask for assistance with the wide variety of vitamins. Soaps are sold singly or in cakes of three, and are available in scents like calendula, iris and tea tree.

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Brands

Products from Tom's of Maine, Carlson, EO, Bioforce, Body Tea, Natureworks are all available here.

Fun Fact

This store has actually been opened since 1875.

User Reviews for Merz Apothecary

A unique blend of Old World Herbarium & new age healing wisdom.

12/13/2007 Posted by uradel

I can't imagine the city without Merz Apothecary. My mother dragged us here as kids (I'm 50 something) and the chemist would look at our various childhood scrapes or rashes and discuss the ointments (in German) with my mother. We treated bruises with Arnica long before "health nuts" here ever heard of it. We would bring the magic home and it always worked. Our family doctor actually recommended this place to us! The smells of the original Lincoln Av. shop is incredible. You'll want to stay in there all day just to inhale the herby aroma. They have toiletries that you can't find any where else. Tabac, Woods of Windsor, Taylor of London, the list goes on & on. They have Dr.Hauschka products that Whole foods never heard of. You should visit the shop just to experience it. You half expect to see Brother Cadfael emerging from the back room. It's out of another era yet there expertise is quite advanced. They have the most polished professional staff, and these people are brilliant. They possess a very rare knowledge of health and healing that is mind boggling. The place is fantastic. I love it!

Pros: Incredible product lines

Cons: none

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