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A pre-pack transaction has saved more than 60 jobs at online retailer Beauty Bay following its appointment of administrators from Interpath.
The leading online beauty retailer had initially appointed advisors to explore its investment options after business was hit by cost inflation, policy uncertainty and subdued consumer confidence.
However, a solvent solution could not be found and the company was placed into administration.
Following this, Rick Harrison and James Clark from Interpath were appointed joint administrators on 6 March 2026.
Immediately following their appointment, they concluded a sale of the business to the French-owned AA Investments Group, which specialises in operating companies in the luxury, e-commerce and beauty sectors.
The move will rescue 62 jobs, with employees transferring to the new owner, and joint founder, Arron Gabbie, will remain with the business for a short period to facilitate the transition.
Rick Harrison, managing director at Interpath and joint administrator, said: “Since its inception in 1999, Beauty Bay has grown to become one of the UK’s leading online beauty retailers, selling well-known cosmetics and cult brands to over five million customers.
“We’re pleased to have concluded this transaction which will see the brand continue under new ownership, and wish everyone connected with the business all the best for the future.”
Arron and David Gabbie, founders of Beauty Bay, said: “We would like to say a huge thank you to our brilliant team who have helped to make Beauty Bay everything that it is today. Their commitment and support over the last 27 years have been unwavering, no more so than over these past few weeks.”
