Kao USA Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Kao Corporation, a leading manufacturer and marketer of top beauty brands recognised around the world for innovation and quality, announced today it has signed an agreement to acquire Oribe Hair Care, LLC from its owners Luxury Brand Partners.
Daniel Kaner, co‐founder and currently co‐president of Oribe Hair Care will be named president of the newly acquired entity.
Oribe will join the Kao Salon Division portfolio of professional brands, including Goldwell, a full service line of stylist‐exclusive, premium hair products designed for professional needs, and the KMS line of globally inspired hair care and styling products for creative stylists and their clients.
Oribe has grown from a prestige hair care brand into a global beauty authority that offers hair care, skincare, body care, makeup, tools and accessories. The brand holds a strong presence in the top‐tier professional salon segment as well as in leading specialty retailers around the world.
“Oribe is a stellar brand and a perfect fit for the Kao Salon Division portfolio,” said Cory Couts, Global President, Kao Salon Division. “And Daniel will be an exciting and inspiring addition to our management team. Daniel’s appointment not only guarantees the continuity of all that is extraordinary about Oribe but is also a progression of our company’s mission to appeal to the most artistic and business‐minded salon professionals in the world.”
“Kao is the ideal place for Oribe Hair Care to take the next step in its transformative journey,” said Kaner. “Hair care should be an immersive and luxury experience, and Kao is incredibly supportive of the high standard that we set for ourselves.”
“With its focus on luxury products, Oribe will meet the need for a prestige line in the Kao Salon product mix,” continued Couts. “The extensive global distribution network of Kao Salon Division will enable Oribe to expand internationally.”
About Oribe Hair Care:
Oribe Hair Care has set the standard for professional hair care within the prestige market.
Blending innovative formulations, top‐performing products, award‐winning packaging and unparalleled education, Oribe has become a renowned beauty authority for experienced stylists and taste‐driven consumers alike. These are the products of the hair‐obsessed.
About Luxury Brand Partners:
Luxury Brand Partners develops and nurtures prestige artist‐driven beauty brands, with a focus on innovation and a passion for the creative mind. The company’s brand portfolio includes R+Co, Smith & Cult, IGK, V76 by Vaughn and Pulp Riot.