Overview
ghd, a brand under Coty, makes premium hair styling tools for professional and home use, including straighteners, hair dryers, and curling irons. The devices are designed to deliver salon-quality results and rely on premium build and performance across its product lines. ghd sells through multiple channels, such as its own website, luxury retailers like Nordstrom, and online platforms like Amazon, creating a direct-to-consumer and luxury retail presence. Unlike many brands, it focuses on a niche of high-performance tools with a strong brand reputation, targeting consumers who want professional-grade results. The company aims to grow its market share in beauty by offering reliable, high-quality tools that are familiar to professionals and consumers alike.
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What believers are saying
- ghd launched Sculpt in July 2026 and Speed in October 2026, refreshing the lineup.
- Wella said ghd averaged 9% quarter-over-quarter constant-currency growth over the last eight quarters.
- Wella reported 86% of ghd sales came from consumer channels in fiscal 2026, expanding reach.
What critics are saying
- Wella launched a 2026 strategic overhaul, risking management distraction across ghd and sister brands.
- ghd's premium prices face pressure from Dyson, Shark, and cheaper Amazon imitators by 2027.
- If Wella's owner, KKR, exits or reprices the business, ghd loses strategic continuity.
What makes GHD unique
- ghd pairs salon credibility with premium consumer pricing and 40,000 salon relationships.
- ghd Sculpt uses AI Heat-Adapt technology to personalize heat in real time.
- ghd sells an asset-light, high-margin beauty-tech portfolio, reaching 69% gross margin in fiscal 2026.
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