French nutricosmetics specialists the D-LAB Group has bought Ho Karan from liquidation.WHO: Founded in 2015, Ho Karan is France's first-ever cannabis skincare brand that aims to educate consumers about the natural benefits of the herb while priding itself on its ethical practices. The brand was founded by Laure Bouguen and is inspired by her grandparents, who began growing hemp in 1965.Founded in 2009, the D-LAB Group is a specialist in nutricosmetics in France with a brand portfolio that includes D-LAB Nutricosmetics, Birdie Nutrition, and Yum Holistics brands.WHY: Ho Karan had been in receivership since the end of May, before being placed in liquidation at the end of July. The deal is part of the expansion of the group.IN THEIR OWN WORDS: For Fleur Phelipeau, founder and CEO of D-LAB Group, health and beauty are intimately connected. “We are delighted to welcome Ho Karan to our group. We look forward to continuing together the projects that Laure Bouguen has carried out with strength and conviction over the past 10 years. I see here the opportunity to combine our expertise in a new line that could even be manufactured in our green factory! One thing is certain, we will work hard and look towards the opportunities that the world has in store for us,” she explains."Nine years ago, while I was still a student, I founded Ho Karan with the conviction that the plants of our Breton terroir soothe and de-stress. Today, after a rich and exciting career, I am delighted to see the brand take on a new dimension by joining the D-LAB Group, to accelerate our development in spas in France and internationally," announces Laure Bouguen.