THE WHAT? Holland & Barrett has announced the acquisition of blow LTD. Terms of the deal were not disclosed but the UK’s leading at-home beauty services business will become a subsidiary business of the health and wellness retailer and all blow employees will move to the new ownership structure.
THE DETAILS “The whole blow LTD team are excited to become a part of a global vision to make health and wellness a way of life for everyone – and bring natural, sustainable beauty and wellness products, services and advice to millions of consumers across the UK and beyond,” Thomas Nutt, CEO, blow LTD commented. “The combined entity will accelerate blow LTD’s vision of expert service to your door with Holland & Barrett’s leading expertise in ethical, planet-friendly health, beauty, and wellness. We all very much look forward to the next chapter in the blow LTD story.”
THE WHY? Tamara Rajah, Chief Business & Science Officer, Holland & Barrett said, “We have an exciting transformation strategy, with the vision of helping 100m customers globally achieve their health and wellness goals. This vision sees H&B moving beyond offering wellness products and advice, and expanding our reach to offer personalised services, diagnostics, and wellness solutions across our digital and retail channels. We’re excited to work with blow LTD to bring their customers new natural beauty and wellness options on demand, in their own homes, and offer our customers new services and experiences in our larger stores.”
Aesthetic medicine products are developed and regulated to meet stringent safety and efficacy standards. They are typically administered by trained healthcare professionals such as dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and specialized nurses in clinical settings. These products aim to provide effective solutions for cosmetic enhancement, skin rejuvenation, and overall aesthetic improvement, contributing to both physical appearance and self-confidence.
Key categories of aesthetic medicine products include:
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Injectables: This category includes products such as dermal fillers, botulinum toxins (e.g., Botox), and collagen stimulators. These injectables are used to smooth wrinkles, add volume, and improve facial contours.
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Skin Rejuvenation Treatments: Products like chemical peels, microdermabrasion systems, and laser devices are used to improve skin texture, reduce pigmentation irregularities, and enhance overall skin tone.
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Skincare Products: These include medical-grade cleansers, moisturizers, serums, and topical treatments containing active ingredients like retinoids, antioxidants, and growth factors. They are formulated to address specific skin concerns such as acne, aging, and hyperpigmentation.
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Hair Restoration Products: Medical treatments and products designed to promote hair growth and treat conditions such as male and female pattern baldness.
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Body Contouring and Fat Reduction: Devices and products used for non-surgical body sculpting, such as cryolipolysis (cool sculpting) devices and injectable lipolytics.
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Cosmeceuticals: High-performance skincare products that bridge the gap between cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, often containing potent ingredients with proven clinical benefits.
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Wound Care and Scar Management: Products like silicone sheets, gels, and advanced wound dressings used to improve healing and reduce the appearance of scars.
