The Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa brand looks set for accelerated development, following the news that Elizabeth Arden has partnered with J.H. Anderson Holdings to invest in Red Door Spa Holdings, which is owned by North Castle Partners.

Global cosmetics company, Elizabeth Arden and spa developer and consultant, John Anderson of J.H. Anderson Holdings have collectively invested GB£12m (US$19.3m, 15m euro) for a minority interest in Red Door Spa Holdings. The company currently has 31 Red Door Spas in freestanding locations and upscale resorts and hotel properties in the US, as well as Mario Tricoci Hair Salons in the Chicago metro area.

According to Alison Minter, managing director of North Castle Partners, the involvement and investment of these companies will strengthen Red Door Spa Holdings leadership position in the day spa market.