Backed by NexPhase, Magic Science plans to expand Magic Molecule’s retail footprint and strengthen manufacturing of its hypochlorous acid formulation
Magic Science Corporation, the health sciences company behind skincare line Magic Molecule, has received an investment from private equity firm NexPhase Capital. The company, which had earlier acquired its hypochlorous acid manufacturer, said the combined backing and vertical integration will support expansion and greater production capacity.
The size of the NexPhase investment wasn’t disclosed. Founded in 2023 by husband-and-wife duo Justin and Chelsea Kerzner, Magic Science first sold its Magic Molecule brand direct to consumers before expanding into Target, Ulta Beauty, Amazon and more than 1,000 specialty retailers. The company said the deal will support growth across products, retail channels and consumer categories.
“This partnership with NexPhase allows us to scale and spread awareness about hypochlorous acid, a fascinating molecule our white blood cells naturally produce to fight bacteria,” Magic Science Corporation co-founder and CEO Justin Kerzner said. “Your body makes it. We bottled it. Magic Science Corporation was founded on the belief that safe, science-backed skincare and household solutions should be accessible to everyone.”
Magic Molecule’s flagship product is an FDA-cleared Antimicrobial Skin Spray designed to address more than 50 common skin conditions, from breakouts to sunburn. The dermatologist-tested spray is approved for use on people as young as one month old.
“Magic Molecule is redefining the way consumers think about skin health,” NexPhase partner Jamie Kaufman said. “The team has built a standout brand, powered by a vertically-integrated platform that enables both consistent quality and rapid product innovation. We’re excited to partner with Magic Science Corporation to help bring effective hypochlorous acid-based solutions to more people, across more categories.”
The deal follows other recent investments in skin health. Earlier this month, female-founded biotech startup OneSkin raised $20 million from Prelude Growth Partners to expand its “skin longevity” line, which has drawn celebrity users including Jennifer Aniston. U.K.-based FaceGym, known for its high-intensity “facial fitness” workouts, also secured backing from Reliance Retail to expand into India.
