Merz Apothecary

Merz Apothecary

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Street parking available. Next to Western brown line stop. Our family owned and run pharmacy has been a staple on Chicago's Northside since 1875.

Offering the world's best selection of natural health, personal care, men's grooming, beauty, fine skin care & niche fragrance, along with the expertise of our knowledgeable, friendly staff. With a large selection of natural health products, personal care items, and hard-to-find favorites from around the world, Merz Apothecary continues to focus on attaining true health through mental, physical, and emotional well-being. Come visit us and allow our knowledgeable staff to guide you through our outstanding assortment of fine skin care, niche fragrance, men's grooming goods, premium supplements, herbal teas, and more! You'll discover our goal is still the same as it was on opening day in 1875: to provide the best service and products to help our customers lead happier, healthier lives.

09/25/2026

Don’t miss our next niche fragrance masterclass with Santa Maria Novella, the world’s oldest continuously operating pharmacy and perfume house! ✨

At this special event, representatives from Santa Maria Novella will introduce guests to the brand’s iconic Eau de Parfums, share stories from its centuries-long history, and answer your questions about the house and its fragrances.

Tickets are limited. Reserve your spot now at the link in bio! 💙

📍 Where: Merz Apothecary | 4718 N Lincoln Ave
🗓️ When: Thursday, August 6 | 6:30PM - 8:30PM
🎟️ Tickets: $50 | Applicable toward any purchase on the night of the event
🛍️ Enjoy a free gift with any full-sized Santa Maria Novella fragrance purchase

❔Additional Details: Light bites and drinks with be provided, including non-alcoholic options. Seating will be available.

Get Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/33yevpte

09/23/2026

Fall is in full swing at Merz! Stop by this week for back-to-school wellness essentials, cozy home scents or a new signature fragrance.

📍Merz Apothecary | 4716 N. Lincoln Ave
⏰️Open 10 AM to 6 PM Monday - Saturday

Photos from Merz Apothecary's post 09/19/2026

Stop in and explore wellness essentials for back to school season. 🏫🎒📚️ European remedies, probiotics, vitamins, hand santizer and more are in stock now at Merz Apothecary.

📍Merz Apothecary | 4716 N. Lincoln Ave
⏰️ Monday - Saturday |10 AM - 6 PM

09/16/2026

Here at Merz Apothecary, we’re proud to share our world-class knowledge and personalized service in a variety of languages! ✨ If you’d like assistance shopping in a language other than English, just ask for one of these staff members:

🌟Nada, Store Associate: Arabic, German
🌟Miranda, Assistant Store Manager: Spanish
🌟Mirsada, Store Manager: Bosnian, Balkan languages, Serbian, Croatian, Turkish
🌟Olesya, Staff Pharmacist: Ukrainian
🌟Gabi, Fragrance Specialist: Portuguese

Stop by our storefront in Chicago to shop with our multilingual staff! 💙

Photos from Merz Apothecary's post 09/15/2026

Have you seen our updated herb & tea display? 🌿We have new labeled jars and refreshed herbs on display in the apothecary. Take a look to explore our vast collection of almost 100 loose single herbs available for purchase at Merz. And don't forget, several of our staff members are available to offer their herbal expertise.

Photos from Merz Apothecary's post 09/14/2026

This month only, save up to 25% on select wellness brands! Stock up on your favorite supplements from Himalaya, Solgar, and Garden of Life to keep in your cabinet whenever you need a little extra support. 🌿

Stop by Merz Apothecary to shop this special sale and save while you can. 💙

Photos from Merz Apothecary's post 09/12/2026

Have you ever tried our selection of unique European candies? 🍬 From elderflower gummies and classic Dutch licorice to chocolates and refreshing ginger chews, there’s no shortage of one-of-a-kind flavors to choose from.

Swipe to watch Grace Ann play This or That: Candy Edition and learn which of our candies are her favorites. ✨

Stop by Merz Apothecary in Chicago to explore our candy collection the next time you’re looking for a sweet treat. Not local? Shop the full selection online at smallflower.com 💙

09/11/2026

Sophie is back to share the Merz Apothecary essentials she always carries in her bag! 👛 From daily staples to small luxuries, these favorites are a simple way to bring a little more care into your routine.

Featured Products:
✨ BLEU Lifestyler Dry Texture Spray
✨ Original Throat Pastilles
✨ Limitless Lash Mascara
✨ Dietary Supplement Pouches
✨ Deodorant Balms
✨ Refresher Spray
✨ Eye Stylus Shadow Stick in Bisque

Visit Merz Apothecary in Chicago to explore these best-sellers, and see which one you’ll want to add to your own bag. 💙 Not local? Shop our full collection online at smallflower.com

09/09/2026

Abdul is back to share a staple from his medicine cabinet: GeloMyrtol! 💊

This all-natural German classic is made with a blend of herbal essential oils to loosen mucus and relieve symptoms of sinusitis and bronchitis. ✨

Stock up now before cold and flu season hits! Shop in-store at Merz Apothecary in Chicago, or online at smallflower.com 💙

09/08/2026

Get up to 60% off select items from our in-house brand, Smallflower Herbs & Teas! 🌿

Our Herbs & Teas Formulator, Lisa, shares a respiratory blend you can make at home with ingredients from our sale. Inspired by our historic German blends dating back to the early days of Merz Apothecary, this recipe carries on a tradition of combining herbs for their functional and wellness properties. ✨

Have fun experimenting with the blend, and keep some on hand for the next time you’re feeling under the weather! 🤧

Visit Merz Apothecary in Chicago to shop this special sale. Not local? You can explore our full collection of herbs and teas online at smallflower.com 💙

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4716 N Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, IL
60625

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm