PCA SKIN Names Michael Larrain Chief Executive Officer

Following 25 Years of Growth, PCA SKIN Recruits Former L'Oreal President to Lead Next Phase

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Dec 08, 2014, 02:00 ET

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Dec. 8, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- PCA SKIN (www.pcaskin.com), a leader in professional skin health and available in more than 7,000 medical and aesthetic practices globally, today announced Michael Larrain as chief executive officer, effective Jan. 5, 2015.

Larrain joins PCA SKIN after more than two decades as a leader with top beauty, health and wellness brands, including L'Oreal, SkinCeuticals and Dermalogica. Larrain's background in developing and expanding national brands is perfectly suited to augment PCA SKIN's deep track record of growth, and to drive the company's next phase of expansion.

"Michael is a successful business leader who has transformed cosmetic companies into global beauty and health brands. He has the experience, passion and demonstrated ability to take PCA SKIN to the next level," said Richard Linder, PCA SKIN Chairman. "As we head into PCA SKIN's next chapter, there are many exciting developments on the horizon. Larrain is the ideal leader to drive these plans and continue the company's growth and vision for many years to come."

Larrain joins PCA SKIN from L'Oreal, where he served as President of the Active Cosmetics Division, and also held positions as General Manager and Vice President of Sales for SkinCeuticals. While at L'Oreal, Larrain successfully turned three brands into lucrative entities and led a skin care brand through a complete turnaround in just 18 months.

Previously, Larrain served as Vice President of Sales for Dermalogica & International Dermal Institute, a global prestige skin care company and education provider.

"I'm excited to join the all-star team at PCA SKIN and be part of aggressively growing this extraordinary business," said Larrain. "The brand has established itself as a trusted leader in the skin health space, and I look forward to continuing the company's success as we kick off the new year."

Larrain is a veteran of the United States Marine Corp, and is a graduate of Cal State Fullerton in California. He will be based out of PCA SKIN's Scottsdale headquarters.

ABOUT PCA SKIN:
After over two decades leading the way in clinical skin care, PCA SKIN® remains the authority in skin health education and the development of gentle, yet highly effective professional treatments and daily care products. PCA SKIN's commitment to keeping physicians and licensed skin care professionals knowledgeable about the latest in skin science is integral to their company mission. The company strives to empower skin health professionals to be as successful as possible in all aspects of their careers. PCA SKIN products are sold in over 7,000 medical and aesthetic practices throughout the United States and over 70 countries globally. Acknowledged in prominent medical textbooks as the originator of modified and enhanced Jessner's chemical peel formulations, PCA SKIN is a healthcare company with scientifically researched and formulated products designed to support healthy skin and address acne, aging skin, sensitive skin and hyperpigmentation. For more information, visit www.pcaskin.com.

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