Alantra advises Nails inc., the UK’s leading nail care brand, on the sale to Pacific World Corporation

Jan 2024

Sell-side advisory

London –Alantra has acted as financial advisor to Nails inc., the UK’s leading nail care brand, on its sale to Pacific World Corporation, a leading innovator and supplier of beauty care products to the North American Food, Drug and Mass (FDM) retail channels, backed by Prospect Capital.

Nails inc., founded over 20 years ago by Thea Green MBE, initially operated more than 50 premium nail bars across the UK. In recent years, the company shifted its focus to wholesale distribution, developing creative and innovative branded products to sell in major beauty and FDM retailers with a particular focus on the US and UK. With this new partnership, Nails inc. aims to expand distribution in its core customers in the US and Canada while broadening its product line to meet rising consumer demand.

Thea Green will continue to lead the company as founder, ensuring that Nails inc.’s values of innovation, inclusivity, community, and standout marketing remain at the forefront of the brand’s mission.

Matthew Wiseman, Partner at Alantra, said: “We are delighted to have supported Nails inc., and the brand’s inspirational founder Thea Green, in this transaction. We are confident that Pacific World is the right partner to take the Nails inc. business to the next level. It’s exciting to see both sides enthusiastic about this deal, and we look forward to seeing Nails inc. accelerate its growth and expand its global presence under new ownership.”

Thea Green, founder of Nails inc., added: “We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Pacific World and Prospect Capital, who share our vision of empowering individuals through beauty. This marks a pivotal moment in our journey, enabling us to bring our cult-favorite products to a broader audience across North America. With Pacific World’s backing, we’re excited to scale our business, forge new partnerships, and continue driving innovation in the beauty space.”

This transaction further reinforces Alantra’s continued momentum in the Health, Beauty and Wellbeing industries, where the team has recently advised on a variety of deals such as Windstar Medical, vH essentials, The Grooming Company, Viactiv, Childs Farm, Medik8, Alphacaps, Bee Health, Aakamp, UAS Labs, Absolute Collagen, Hairburst and Vivona Brands.