By decision of the Paris Commercial Court, Impala is taking over the cosmetics activities of the Alès Group and its flagship brands: Lierac specialist in premium anti-aging skincare, Phyto leader in hair care, and Jowaé natural skincare brand.
After the buyout of Roger & GalletWith the launch of Impala, the iconic hygiene and perfume brand for pharmacies, Impala continues to expand in the cosmetics sector.
The backing of the Alès group by Roger & Gallet has created a group with sales of 200 million euros, including nearly 80% from international sales, based around four perfectly complementary brands distributed in pharmacies and parapharmacies.
In addition to the sale price, Impala will invest over 100 million euros to boost innovation and return to solid, sustainable growth.
At the same time as Impala took over the cosmetics business, the hairdressing division, comprising the Subtil and Kydra professional brands and the distribution network for hairdressers, was taken over by its management.
Impala's project, based on the development of the four brands, will maintain all Alès Group jobs in France and Europe. It has received the unanimous support of the Works Council and the Group's employees.
