ZO Skin Health Names Justin Skala as CEO

Clinical dermatological skincare brand ZO Skin Health has named Justin Skala as its new Chief Executive Officer.

Skala brings more than 35 years of leadership experience growing high efficacy products through the professional channel. He succeeds Mark Williams who will continue to serve the company on its Board of Directors.

“Justin brings incredible experience fuelling the growth of iconic personal care brands and successfully introducing innovative new products to market. His experience and commitment to serving patients with clinically efficacious regimens will be immensely valuable in driving continued growth at ZO Skin Health,” said Board Chair Todd Hirsch. “We are grateful to Mark for his many contributions to the company over the years and look forward to continue working together in his role as a member of the Board.”

Founded in 2007 by world-renowned dermatologist Dr. Zein Obagi, ZO Skin Health develops and delivers innovative skincare solutions that optimize skin health. The brand provides comprehensive skincare programs for physicians and their patients, bridging the gap between therapeutic treatments and daily care, allowing patients to experience continuously healthy skin regardless of age, ethnicity, unique skin condition, or skin type.

“I have spent my entire life dedicated to helping patients have healthy skin. Every year hundreds of thousands of patients benefit from our products and protocols – with their high-quality ingredients, tested formulas, exclusive medical protocols, and trusted recommendations,” said Dr. Zein Obagi. “I look forward to working with Justin on the continued growth of ZO Skin Health throughout the global medical community.”

Skala joins ZO Skin Health from Standard Industries where he served as Executive Chair of Standard Building Solutions and CEO of BMI Group. He previously served in various executive leadership roles at Colgate-Palmolive, Inc., where he led global strategy and growth for the company’s vast portfolio of oral, personal, skin care, home care, and pet nutrition products. Skala also sits on the board of Yum! Brands.

“ZO Skin Health is a pioneer in ensuring patients receive not only the most efficacious products, but also get maximal results from them by fostering the relationship between providers and their patients. I’ve long admired Dr. Obagi’s vision for redefining the concept of skincare and could not be more excited to join this incredible team,” said Skala.