Unilever

Unilever is a multinational consumer goods company, operating in over 190 countries. It manufactures and sells a wide range of products, including food (34% of sales), personal care (52%), and home care (14%). Key brands span across categories like Knorr soups and sauces, Hellmann's mayonnaise, Axe and Dove skin products, and TRESemmé haircare. Unilever's extensive portfolio also includes household names like Lipton, Omo, Sunsilk, and Magnum. The company is committed to sustainable living, aiming to make sustainable products accessible to all.

Fernando Fernandez

CEO and Board Member

Heiko Schipper

President

Past deals in Beauty

Wild Cosmetics

Acquisition in 2025
The natural and single-use plastic free deodorant that works. Kind to your body and the planet.

Ieva Group

Venture Round in 2023
IEVA is an e-commerce platform specializing in jewelry, personal care, beauty, and lifestyle products. The company focuses on personalized beauty technology, providing customers with technology-embedded accessories that enhance their shopping experience. IEVA offers IoT-based tests that measure environmental factors such as pollution, UV rays, and humidity. This innovative approach allows customers to subscribe to a customized beauty product package, enabling them to purchase tailored products and receive recommendations for improving their environmental surroundings. By integrating technology with beauty and lifestyle offerings, IEVA aims to create a unique and personalized shopping experience for its users.

Paula's Choice

Acquisition in 2021
Paula's Choice, LLC is a skincare and cosmetics company based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 1994. The company specializes in producing a wide range of skincare products, including AHA and BHA exfoliants, anti-aging boosters, antioxidant serums, moisturizers, and sun protection products. It also offers body care, hair care, and men’s products, along with skincare education through books. Paula's Choice emphasizes customer advocacy by providing fragrance-free, cruelty-free, and environmentally friendly options. Its products are sold globally through various channels, including online platforms, authorized resellers, retail stores, spas, salons, and medical offices.

Astrix S.A.

Acquisition in 2019
Manufacturer of home and personal care product based in Cochabamba, Bolivia. The company engages in producing and distributing dishwash, fabric conditioners, hard surface cleaners, clothing care, body care and toilet care products to the Bolivian households.

Tatcha

Acquisition in 2019
Tatcha LLC is a beauty product manufacturer based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2009. The company specializes in a diverse range of skincare products, including moisturizers, facial cleansers, exfoliants, serums, masks, eye care, sunscreen, and makeup essentials. Tatcha is committed to providing solutions for various skin types, including normal, oily, dry, and sensitive skin. Its products are available through both e-commerce channels and a network of retailers, reaching customers in the United States, Canada, Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan. Tatcha operates as a subsidiary of Unilever N.V. since July 2019.

The Laundress

Acquisition in 2019
The Laundress, Inc. is a manufacturer of eco-friendly laundry and home cleaning products, established in 2002 and based in New York, New York. The company offers a diverse range of items, including detergents, fabric care solutions, and home cleaning tools, all designed to preserve the life of garments and enhance the cleaning experience. Their product line features concentrated active ingredients such as enzymes and plant surfactants, ensuring effective and non-toxic care for fabrics. In addition to personal care items, The Laundress provides organization and storage solutions, including hampers and sorting tools. Its products are available for purchase online and through various retail partners worldwide, including regions in Europe, Asia, and North America. The Laundress operates as a subsidiary of Unilever N.V., reflecting its commitment to sustainability and quality in home care.

Schmidts Naturals

Acquisition in 2017
Schmidt's Naturals is a personal care company that specializes in manufacturing vegan and cruelty-free products, including deodorants, bar soaps, and toothpaste. Founded by Jaime Schmidt, the brand initially focused on natural deodorants, which feature award-winning formulas derived from plants and minerals. Popular variants include Charcoal + Magnesium, Rose + Vanilla, Lavender + Sage, and fragrance-free options. The company emphasizes the use of pure essential oils and avoids harmful ingredients such as aluminum, propylene glycol, and artificial fragrances. Schmidt's Naturals promotes sustainable living through its simplified product offerings, catering to consumers seeking natural and environmentally friendly personal care solutions. In 2017, the company was acquired by Unilever, further expanding its reach in the personal care market.

Carver Korea

Acquisition in 2017
Carver Korea Co., Ltd., based in Seoul, South Korea, is a prominent cosmetics manufacturer known for its diverse range of products in skincare, make-up, and fashion. The company owns several brands, including A.H.C (Aesthetic Hydration Cosmetics), Shara Shara, and Vivito, as well as women's apparel under the brand Lenouvelle. Carver Korea's product offerings include eye creams, essences, toners, and other skincare essentials. These products are distributed through various channels such as home shopping television networks, retail stores, duty-free shops, beauty salons, skincare clinics, and e-commerce platforms, catering primarily to consumers in Korea. Since November 2017, Carver Korea has operated as a subsidiary of Unilever PLC.

Pukka Herbs

Acquisition in 2017
Pukka Herbs Limited is a Bristol-based company that specializes in manufacturing and marketing organic products, including herbal and green teas, food supplements, aloe vera juices, organic botanicals, and Ayurvedic herbs. Founded in 2001, the company also offers a variety of body care and skincare products, as well as oils for different uses. Pukka's products are available through stockists in the United Kingdom and internationally, as well as through independent health food stores and its online platform. In addition to its herbal offerings, Pukka provides CDs and books related to yoga and meditation, promoting a holistic approach to health and well-being. As of September 2017, Pukka Herbs operates as a subsidiary of Unilever PLC.

Hourglass

Acquisition in 2017
Hourglass Cosmetics, founded in 2004 by beauty industry veteran Carisa Janes, operates from Los Angeles, California, focusing on innovative cosmetic products that blend science, beauty, and luxury. The brand is recognized for its advanced formulations and technological innovations, particularly in complexion products that incorporate groundbreaking active ingredients to enhance skin quality. Hourglass offers a diverse range of products, including face powders, concealers, mascaras, eyeliners, lipsticks, lip glosses, lip liners, makeup brushes, and skin serums. All products are paraben and sulfate free, vegan, and cruelty-free, reflecting the brand's commitment to quality and ethical standards. With a distinctive aesthetic characterized by unique textures and modern color collections, Hourglass aims to redefine the beauty experience for its customers.

Living Proof

Acquisition in 2016
Living Proof, Inc. is a hair care product manufacturer based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Founded in 2005, the company focuses on using advanced technology and scientific research to address common beauty challenges. Its extensive product line includes shampoos, conditioners, styling treatments, and various creams and sprays designed to improve the health and appearance of hair. Living Proof's offerings cater to all hair types, including color-treated hair, ensuring that consumers can achieve their desired hair goals. The company distributes its products through its online store as well as through salons, retailers, and specialty beauty outlets in several countries, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, Singapore, and Thailand. Living Proof operates as a subsidiary of Unilever PLC and has garnered a reputation for developing innovative formulas based on new molecules and breakthrough technologies.

Seventh Generation

Acquisition in 2016
Seventh Generation, Inc. is a manufacturer of plant-based household products based in Burlington, Vermont. Founded in 1988, the company offers a diverse range of items including laundry detergents, cleaners, dishwashing liquids, personal care products, and baby care essentials. Committed to environmental sustainability, Seventh Generation emphasizes the use of natural ingredients and ethical practices, ensuring that its products are safe, effective, and non-toxic. The company prioritizes the health of consumers, their families, and the environment, utilizing recycled materials in its packaging and avoiding animal testing. As a subsidiary of Unilever N.V., Seventh Generation distributes its products through a network of retailers, aiming to provide mindful solutions that support both individual well-being and broader ecological goals.

Dollar Shave Club

Acquisition in 2016
Dollar Shave Club is a lifestyle brand and e-commerce company based in Santa Monica, California, established in 2012. It specializes in providing grooming products for men through a subscription model, offering a variety of items such as razors, blades, shave butter, aftershave liquids, face washes, and wipes. The company focuses on delivering smart and affordable products designed to enhance customers' lives. By employing a unique research and development process that incorporates botanicals and chemists, Dollar Shave Club produces its own goods while maintaining competitive pricing.

Murad

Acquisition in 2015
Murad, Inc. is a skincare company that develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of products and dietary supplements for various skin concerns, including aging, acne, and sun protection. Founded in 1989 by Dr. Howard Murad, the company aims to make beautiful, healthy skin accessible to all through innovative clinical skincare solutions. Its product offerings include cleansers, moisturizers, eye care products, body care creams, sunscreens, toners, and face masks. In addition to skincare products, Murad provides services focused on holistic health, encompassing topical skincare, nutritional care, and emotional well-being, along with spa services such as massages and facial therapies. The company's products are available through spas, salons, and retail stores, and it operates as a subsidiary of Unilever United States, Inc. based in El Segundo, California.

Kate Somerville Skincare

Acquisition in 2015
Kate Somerville Skincare, LLC is a manufacturer and retailer of premium skincare products, offering a diverse range that includes cleansers, toners, exfoliators, masks, serums, moisturizers, eye treatments, and acne solutions. The company addresses various skin concerns such as acne, aging, sensitivity, discoloration, and dryness. In addition to facial products, it also provides body care solutions and travel sets. Founded in 2004 and based in Los Angeles, California, Kate Somerville operates a skincare clinic in the same city and sells its products through retail outlets across the United States, as well as through its online store.

REN Clean Skincare

Acquisition in 2015
REN Clean Skincare, established in 2000 in London, UK, is a pioneering skincare company. It manufactures a range of high-performance skincare products, including cleansers, moisturizers, serums, and anti-aging treatments. REN is committed to using natural, non-toxic ingredients and innovative packaging, such as recycled plastic alternatives, to create effective and sustainable skincare solutions.

Concern Kalina

Acquisition in 2011
Concern Kalina operates as a beauty company. Concern Kalina engages in the manufacture and sale of perfumes, cosmetics, and household and personal care products.

Alberto Culver

Acquisition in 2010
The Alberto Culver Company is a prominent manufacturer and distributor of beauty and personal care products, as well as household items. Its product portfolio includes a wide range of offerings, such as hair care, skincare, and body care products, which are designed to meet the needs of consumers and facilitate further retail sales. Known for its innovative approach, the company has established itself in key markets worldwide. Alberto Culver is now part of the Unilever Group, enhancing its reach and capabilities in the consumer products sector.

TIGI International

Acquisition in 2009
TIGI International specializes in the development and distribution of hair care products. The company manufactures a range of branded consumer goods, including shampoos, conditioners, and various styling products. Additionally, it offers high-performance hair care solutions and multi-purpose styling items to meet diverse consumer needs. By focusing on quality and innovation, TIGI International aims to provide effective hairdressing accessories that cater to both professionals and consumers in the hair care market.
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