UK: The Hut Group acquires Eyeko

The Hut Group, the health & lifestyle e-retailer, is further strengthening its presence in the cosmetics space with the acqusition of mascara brand Eyeko, Cosmetics Business reports.

Eyeko, a UK firm founded in 1999, specialises in a range of eye cosmetics including mascara, eyeliner and eyeshadow, as well as offering eye care products such as serum and cleansing wipes.

The deal is the latest in a series of acquisitions that has bolstered The Hut Group’s position in the beauty space. Last year, the firm acquired spa brand ESPA as well as Ilamasqua, Glossybox and the retailer RY.

Commenting on the acquisition, The Hut Group founder and CEO Matthew Moulding said: “Eyeko is a great addition to THG’s portfolio of brands, with a strong positioning within the cosmetics market. Its high-quality, innovative products are built on years of industry experience and the brand is renowned across numerous territories including the US and UK. We look forward to maximising Eyeko’s unique offering across the globe through our world-class e-commerce platform, THG Ingenuity, and our global marketing infrastructure”.

Source: Cosmetics Business