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Dec 31, 2024

Waldencast Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Waldencast reported robust Q4 2024 results with significant revenue growth, margin expansion, and improved profitability.

Key Takeaways

Waldencast achieved net revenue of $72.1 million in Q4 2024, reflecting a 30.8% increase compared to Q4 2023. The company reported a net loss of $22.6 million, driven by operational investments and non-recurring costs, while Adjusted EBITDA doubled year-over-year to $11.2 million. Both Obagi Medical and Milk Makeup delivered strong growth and margin improvements.

Net revenue grew 30.8% year-over-year to $72.1 million.

Adjusted EBITDA more than doubled to $11.2 million.

Obagi Medical net revenue reached $42.2 million with 27.7% comparable growth.

Milk Makeup net revenue rose to $29.9 million, up 31.9% year-over-year.

Total Revenue
$72.1M
Previous year: $218M
-67.0%
EPS
-$0.18
Previous year: -$0.99
-81.8%
Common shares outstanding
122.69M
Gross Profit
$49.5M
Previous year: $36.7M
+34.7%
Cash and Equivalents
$14.8M
Previous year: $21.1M
-29.8%

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Forward Guidance

Waldencast expects mid-teens net revenue growth and further Adjusted EBITDA margin expansion for fiscal year 2025, driven by innovation and international expansion.

Positive Outlook

  • Expected mid-teens net revenue growth for 2025.
  • Further Adjusted EBITDA margin expansion into mid-to-high teens.
  • Launch of Milk Makeup in over 600 Ulta Beauty locations in March 2025.
  • Obagi Medical continues international expansion and product innovation.
  • Strong pipeline of product launches and marketing investments supporting growth.

Challenges Ahead

  • Ongoing non-recurring legal and advisory expenses impacting net income.
  • Potential margin pressure from inventory liquidations in Obagi Medical.
  • Competitive pressures in professional skincare and cosmetics markets.
  • Macroeconomic conditions could affect consumer spending and demand.
  • Continued reliance on key distribution channels and retail partnerships.

Revenue & Expenses

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