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CurrentBody

Beauty device retailer

Company overview

Co-founded by Laurence Newman and Andrew Showman, CurrentBody is now the world's largest supplier of beauty devices.

Its product range includes anti-ageing and acne treatment devices, facial cleansers, and hair removal devices, incorporating clinically-proven technologies as they found a niche in providing professional results at home.

Website
currentbody.com

Company information

Head office
  • Manchester
CEO
  • Laurence Newman
Chair
  • Mike McGrath
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Investment date
  • Dec 2019

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