Uni, the ocean-powered luxury bodycare brand, landed a strategic investment round led by Break Trail Ventures with participation from L'Oréal's corporate venture arm BOLD.WHO: Uni is an ocean-powered, scent-forward system for bodycare created by former tech founder Alexandra Keating, launched in 2022. The range was developed with a proprietary Marine Complex paired with face-grade actives intended to set a new standard of high-performance and low-impact formulas. The Marc Atlan–designed modular refill system reduces single-use plastic by separating the dispenser from the refill packaging solution.WHY: The investment will support global growth and Uni’s first US retail partnership with Ulta Beauty. Beginning July 27, Uni will debut exclusively in the US in 800 stores nationwide with premium endcap displays. IN THEIR OWN WORDS: "Ulta Beauty is where premium meets reach, and that is where Uni is headed. They are bringing luxury body care to America with Uni and we could not have chosen a better retail partner," said Alexandra Keating, founder and CEO of Uni. “Uni’s success at SpaceNK has been a key milestone in our growth. Seeing SpaceNK also partner with Ulta Beauty is a powerful move that aligns with our mission to bring sustainable luxury bodycare to a global audience.”“We’re thrilled to welcome Alexandra and Uni to the Ulta Beauty family as they boldly reimagine what body care means for the modern beauty enthusiast,” said Penny Coy, Senior Vice President of Merchandising at Ulta Beauty.