Aesthetic device distributor Advanced Esthetics Solutions (AES) has announced its immediate closure.
A company statement on LinkedIn yesterday (December 14), stated, “It is with a heavy heart and great sadness we announce the immediate closure of AES."
AES cited the advanced health complications of managing director Douglas Sykes as the primary reason for the sudden shutdown.
The announcement expressed gratitude to the team, manufacturing partners, clients, and business associates, acknowledging their pivotal role in the company's success.
"On behalf of the company, we appreciate the industry for some of the best years of our lives, delivering the latest in results-driven aesthetic treatments," the statement said.
AES entered the market with fat-reduction device Lipofirm 13 years ago and grew over the past 13 years to represent numerous devices including Divine Pro, Geneo X and Reverso.
“We have had the privilege throughout the duration of our time to represent the most respected and innovative manufacturing partners, working work with inspirational, creative and dynamic individuals along the way,” the statement continued.
Commercial manager Laura Morgans confirmed the news to Professional Beauty yesterday.
Posting from her own LinkedIn account, she added, “Due to the health conditions of my MD, Mr Douglas Sykes the difficult decision was made to close our doors with immediate effect in the best interest of prolonging his lifespan.
“Naturally, whilst having suffered with challenging health conditions since 2018 he always was the 'Iron Man' continuing to supercede any expectation. Unfortunately, this could not last forever and whilst i find myself in a challenging situation the health of 'Douggie boy' ultimately is the priority.”
AES thanked its team, manufacturing partners, clients and business partners in the company statement, saying, “Without you, AES would not have achieved the success we have to date.”
