J&J To Acquire NeoStrata

Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire NeoStrata Company, Inc., a global leader in dermocosmetics. The acquisition will include NeoStrata’s affiliates and parent company TriStrata, Incorporated, a privately-held company. Financial terms were not disclosed.

NeoStrata, based in Princeton, NJ, has a history of innovation that includes breakthrough research in alpha hydroxy acids, which have become a standard among anti-aging technologies in the beauty category.  The company develops and markets a range of clinically-proven, dermatologist-developed, skin care products that meet the needs of every skin type. 

“Drs. Ruey Yu and Eugene Van Scott formed NeoStrata in 1988 and continue to make significant contributions to the science of skin care,” said Jorge Mesquita, worldwide chairman, consumer, Johnson & Johnson. “NeoStrata’s legacy in dermocosmetics will complement our global consumer portfolio and enable us to deliver advanced skin care brands to consumers around the world,”