Kao to Acquire Oribe Hair Care From Luxury Brand Partners

Kao USA Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Kao Corporation, a leading manufacturer and marketer of top beauty brands recognized around the world for innovation and quality, announced today it has signed an agreement to acquire Oribe Hair Care, LLC from its owners, including Luxury Brand Partners, LLC, an innovator in beauty known for its artist‐driven brands and entrepreneurial culture. Daniel Kaner, co‐founder and currently co‐president of Oribe Hair Care will be named president of the newly acquired entity. The terms of the deal were not disclosed.   Oribe will join the Kao Salon Division portfolio of professional brands, including (more…)