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General Atlantic backs OSEA Malibu as clean beauty brand eyes global expansion

General Atlantic agreed to make a strategic growth investment in OSEA Malibu, the US-based clean skincare brand, enabling the company to expand globally and strengthen its product innovation pipeline.

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Andreea Melinti
Sep 18, 2025
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Founded in 1996 by mother-daughter team Jenefer and Melissa Palmer, OSEA is recognised as a pioneer in seaweed-infused, clinically proven skincare and is best known for its award-winning Undaria Algae Body Oil.

The Palmers will retain a significant stake and continue to lead the business.

Andrew Ferrer, Managing Director at General Atlantic, said: “OSEA …

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