What Happened to Nereus After Dragons’ Den?

Nereus appeared on Dragons’ Den in 2022, Series 19 Episode 2. The business was a sustainable premium beauty care products. No deal was made — the Dragons decided not to invest. The company went into liquidation in 2025.

The Pitch

James Inglesby and Diana Ziegler walked into the Den in 2022 with a sustainable premium beauty care products. They were asking for £50,000 in exchange for 10% of the business.

Despite their best efforts, the pitch didn’t convince the Dragons to open their wallets.

The Deal

No deal was made. The Dragons weren’t persuaded to invest, and James Inglesby and Diana Ziegler left the Den without backing.

What Happened After the Show

Nereus did not survive long-term. The company was dissolved in 2025, only 3 years after the Den appearance.

This is not an unusual outcome. The majority of businesses that appear on Dragons’ Den, deal or no deal, don’t make it in the long run. The show can provide a platform and capital, but it can’t substitute for a sustainable business model.

Is Nereus Still in Business?

No. Nereus is no longer in business. Companies House records show the company has been dissolved.

Related Companies

If you’re curious about other businesses from the same episode, you might also want to look at Eco Union, The Toto Sleep Company, Piddle Patch. Each has its own story of what happened after the Den.