Advent , a leading global private equity investor, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Salt & Stone , the Los Angeles based premium body care brand founded in 2017 by former pro snowboarder Nima Jalali .
The deal, expected to close in April 2026 , follows Salt & Stone 's strongest fiscal performance to date, with the brand generating over $165 million in revenue in 2025 and delivering double digit growth across all channels. Financial terms were not disclosed. From DTC Roots to a
Multi Channel Powerhouse Founded with a focus on high performance, clean formulations and distinctive fragrance led design, Salt & Stone has built a business that straddles premium retail and digital commerce with unusual effectiveness.
The brand's best selling aluminum free deodorant ranks 1 on both Sephora and Amazon , where it commands a 6.3% share of sales in the deodorant and antiperspirant category, competing directly with mass market names including Dove , Degree , and Native .
Approximately 40% of total sales come through DTC channels across the US , Canada , and the UK , while recent international expansion into Sephora Europe and Space NK in Britain has opened new growth corridors.
Leadership Stays, Ambitions Scale Following the close of the transaction, Salt & Stone will retain its full senior leadership team, including founder and CEO Nima Jalali , President Meagan Rosson , and Chief Marketing Officer Abby Tellam…