Lush

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Lush is a manufacturer and retailer of fresh handmade cosmetics. The Company produces and distributes creams, soaps, shampoos, shower gels, lotions, moisturizers, scrubs, masks and other cosmetics for the face, hair, and body using only vegetarian or vegan recipes. Lush provides its products through shops, internet, and telephone, as well as partnerships with local franchise holders internationally.

TypePrivate
Founded1995
HQPoole, GBMap
Websitelush.com
Employee Ratings3.9More
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Employees (est.) (Dec 2019)1,387(+5%)
Job Openings13
Revenue (FY, 2018)£524.4 M(+6%)

Key People/Management at Lush

Mark Constantine

Mark Constantine

Co-Founder and Managing Director
Mo Constantine

Mo Constantine

Co-Founder and Director
Annabelle Baker

Annabelle Baker

Director
Jack Constantine

Jack Constantine

Chief Digital Officer
Gabbi Loedolff

Gabbi Loedolff

Head of Raw Materials and Safe Synthetic Sourcing
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Lush Office Locations

Lush has offices in Poole, Villawood, Wien, Sarajevo and in 17 other locations
Poole, GB (HQ)
29 High Street
Villawood, AU
PO Box 49
Wien, AT
6 Barnabitengasse
Sarajevo, BA
Trg Djece Sarajeva bb
Distrito Industrial, BR
Rua José Ramos Guimarães, 279, Fundos, Bom Jesus dos Perdões
Sofia, BG
The Mall, Level 0 Tsarigradsko Shose 115
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Lush Financials and Metrics

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Founding Date

1995
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Lush Revenue

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Lush's revenue was reported to be £524.45 m in FY, 2018
GBP

Revenue (FY, 2018)

524.4m

Gross profit (FY, 2018)

344.5m

Gross profit margin (FY, 2018), %

65.7%

Net income (FY, 2018)

6.4m

EBITDA (FY, 2018)

16.5m

EBIT (FY, 2018)

(9.1m)

Cash (30-Jun-2018)

36.6m
GBPFY, 2001FY, 2002FY, 2003FY, 2004FY, 2005FY, 2006FY, 2007FY, 2008FY, 2009FY, 2010FY, 2011FY, 2012FY, 2013FY, 2014FY, 2015FY, 2016FY, 2017FY, 2018

Revenue

20.5m26.0m33.9m52.1m74.4m100.1m120.0m153.2m214.5m247.2m272.2m326.0m280.2m282.5m326.5m394.9m497.8m524.4m

Revenue growth, %

27%31%54%43%35%20%28%40%15%10%20%(14%)1%16%21%26%

Cost of goods sold

17.0m19.9m24.8m35.8m51.5m72.6m87.6m112.0m164.9m187.2m205.3m242.9m199.4m203.1m89.5m119.2m147.4m179.9m

Gross profit

3.5m6.1m9.1m16.3m22.9m27.5m32.4m41.2m49.6m60.0m66.9m83.0m80.8m79.4m236.9m275.8m350.4m344.5m
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GBPFY, 2001FY, 2002FY, 2003FY, 2004FY, 2005FY, 2006FY, 2007FY, 2008FY, 2009FY, 2010FY, 2011FY, 2012FY, 2013FY, 2014FY, 2015FY, 2016FY, 2017FY, 2018

Cash

602.0k1.2m1.8m2.0m2.8m1.9m4.0m5.9m5.1m8.7m14.8m25.0m17.5m20.0m21.3m32.3m46.0m36.6m

Accounts Receivable

147.0k11.9m11.7m11.7m5.3m7.3m

Prepaid Expenses

5.5m7.4m8.9m

Inventories

940.0k1.3m2.1m3.3m4.7m5.7m6.9m10.8m12.8m13.8m14.8m16.7m16.6m17.0m20.3m26.6m35.7m40.6m
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GBPFY, 2001FY, 2002FY, 2003FY, 2004FY, 2005FY, 2006FY, 2007FY, 2008FY, 2009FY, 2010FY, 2011FY, 2012FY, 2013FY, 2014FY, 2015FY, 2016FY, 2017FY, 2018

Net Income

(670.0k)654.0k1.5m6.0m6.1m3.7m6.0m11.7m6.5m12.2m13.0m14.0m13.2m12.9m13.0m30.0m43.6m6.4m

Depreciation and Amortization

12.1m18.2m

Inventories

452.0k(3.2m)(6.3m)(9.2m)

Accounts Payable

(2.3m)10.5m8.9m10.1m
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GBPY, 2018

Revenue/Employee

506.3k

Debt/Equity

0.2 x

Debt/Assets

0.1 x

Financial Leverage

1.8 x
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Lush Operating Metrics

Lush's Stores was reported to be 932 in FY, 2017.
FY, 2014FY, 2015FY, 2016FY, 2017

Countries

49 49 48 49

Items Produced

124 m140 m171 m

Manufacturing Facilities

4 5 6 7

Stores

898 933 928 932
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Lush Revenue Breakdown

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Lush revenue breakdown by business segment: 80.4% from Retail Sales, 11.9% from Manufacturing Sales and 7.7% from Internet Sales

Lush revenue breakdown by geographic segment: 70.7% from UK & Europe, 17.9% from Asia and 11.3% from Other

Lush Online and Social Media Presence

Lush's Trends

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Lush News and Updates

October 10, 2019

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September 18, 2019

Climate Change Is Devastating the Lush Gardens of Versailles

Versailles Palace Leads Battle to Save Europe’s Dying Forests
September 16, 2019

Lip Scrub Market 2019-2024: Global Analysis by Key Players – Lush Cosmetics, Etude House, NIVEA, Clinique, Frank Body

Wiseguyreports.Com Publish New Market Research Report On -“Lip Scrub Market 2019 Global Analysis, Size, Share, Trends, Opportunities and Growth, Forecast 2024” Posted via Industry Today. Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday
September 10, 2019

How Lush became an ethical champion without bragging about it

You see it more and more — businesses labeling themselves as “ethical,” “eco-friendly,” “sustainable,” and “transparent,” but with very little to show for it. It would be great if we lived in a world where all businesses practiced what they preached, and took on sustainable and fair business practic…
May 13, 2019

Why did Lush, Apple and Wetherspoons quit Twitter?

Tapping into a dissatisfaction with social media, cosmetics firm Lush recently announced that it would move away from it, justifying its decision by drawing attention to the financial and ethical cost of using social media. The move marks Lush as the latest brand to take a new approach online. It…
May 03, 2019

How Lush is elevating the retail experience through ethical technology

Cosmetics company Lush is well-known for using their voice to support global causes. From wildlife protection to LGBTQ+ rights, Lush aims to give more than it takes from society and the environment – and they’re using the latest tech to do it. With artificial intelligence and machine learning, the L…
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 Lush Frequently Asked Questions

  • When was Lush founded?

    Lush was founded in 1995.

  • Who are Lush key executives?

    Lush's key executives are Mark Constantine, Mo Constantine and Annabelle Baker.

  • How many employees does Lush have?

    Lush has 1,387 employees.

  • What is Lush revenue?

    Latest Lush annual revenue is £524.4 m.

  • What is Lush revenue per employee?

    Latest Lush revenue per employee is £378.1 k.

  • Who are Lush competitors?

    Competitors of Lush include Avon Products, L'Oreal and Sephora.

  • Where is Lush headquarters?

    Lush headquarters is located at 29 High Street, Poole.

  • Where are Lush offices?

    Lush has offices in Poole, Villawood, Wien, Sarajevo and in 17 other locations.

  • How many offices does Lush have?

    Lush has 21 offices.