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HydraFacials to botox: How India's wedding rush is powering a beauty boom

As India's wedding season begins, demand for quick, non-surgical beauty treatments surges - from HydraFacials and Botox to Ultherapy and PRP - promising glow without downtime

Can you really stop wrinkles? Here's what doctors say about ageing skin

Doctors explain why some people wrinkle sooner than others and what you can do to prevent early lines through lifestyle, skincare and conscious expression

PEP Brands targets 30-35% growth in FY26, founders eye IPO in 3-4 years

PEP Brands is targeting a 30-35 per cent growth in FY26, as digital appetite and online discovery fuel consumption of beauty and personal care labels in India, its co-founder and CEO Tarun Sharma said, adding, he is hopeful that the company will go public in the next 3-4 years. "We are dreamy-eyed founders, we would want to ring the bell," Sharma told PTI in an interview as he spoke about his vision for mCaffeine and Hyphen, the two brands of PEP. PEP Brands' flagship mCaffeine focuses mainly on bodycare products leveraging coffee-based ingredients, while its skincare label, in collaboration with actor Kriti Sanon, is Hyphen. Sanon is also co-founder of Hyphen. PEP aims to build businesses in a manner that it is a good listable story, Sharma said, adding that "an IPO is 3-4 years out". "India is a large market. There can be 5-6 good companies (pure-play DTCs or Direct-to-Consumer brands) getting listed. A good company means good to consumers, having some market share, financials ..

Good Glamm CEO Sanghvi blames 'too much, too fast' strategy for collapse

Good Glamm Group's Darpan Sanghvi says aggressive expansion across 11 acquisitions created a 'momentum trap' that led to the downfall of the $1.25 billion company

From oily skin to overnight fixes, dermatologist busts 14 skincare myths

From oily skin myths to DIY disasters, this Fact-check Friday, we bust 14 popular beliefs your skincare routine doesn't need

14 skincare myths that dermatologists want you to stop believing

From oily skin confusion to DIY skincare disasters, we bust 14 of the most viral skincare myths with expert insights from a top dermatologist.

Reliance Retail to bring FACEGYM to India, makes minority investment in co

Reliance Retail Ventures announces a strategic investment in UK-based FACEGYM, bringing the global facial fitness and skincare brand to India with plans to scale over five years

Adult acne, dull skin, hair loss: Skincare tips every man should know

From stress and screen time to shaving irritation and late nights, men's skin takes a hit-experts share what's causing the damage and how to fix it

International Albinism Awareness Day 2025: History, significance and more

The International Albinism Awareness Day is observed annually on June 13, to highlight the significance of the human rights of people affected with 'albinism'

Honasa Consumer targets double-digit revenue growth, eyes Mamaearth revival

Honasa said last year that Mamaearth's growth had lagged its own expectations for the last few quarters due to shifting consumer preferences, with company noting that it needed to refresh production

Summer skincare: 5 best beauty routine tips to protect from hot months

The Indian summertime requirement for your skin is sweat-proof skincare. No matter how high the temperature rises, you may avoid breakouts and shine by selecting the right textures and ingredients

Cancer-linked chemicals found in widely used skincare, haircare products

Lotions, shampoos, soaps, leave-in hair products, and even eyelash glue may contain formaldehyde-releasing chemicals linked to cancer, according to a new study

Skinvestment: Why smarter skincare in summer is about value, not vanity

With summer in full force now, it's time to go over the best skincare regime to make sure this critical body part doesn't have to take the full blast of the heat, dust, humidity, and sweat

US, Europe bet big on K-beauty products, skincare with acquisition deals

Seoul, long a destination for beauty services, last year became the top exporter of cosmetics to America, overtaking France, according to the US International Trade Commission

Pilgrim secures Rs 200 crore funding at Rs 3,000 crore pre-money valuation

The beauty brand will use the funding to help the online brand deepen its offline presence and enhance research and development capabilities

The Body Shop eyes Rs 1,100 crore revenue in India within 3-5 years

Local production and new price points to drive double-digit growth

Hindustan Unilever in talks to buy skincare brand Minimalist for Rs 3K cr

The brand, which started in 2020, is known for its ingredient-based skincare products and raised funds in its Series A from Unilever Ventures and Sequoia Capital India

Top 5 winter skincare routines for your dry skin to keep it healthy

Including effective skincare helps in hydration and protection of your skin and keeps it healthy and radiant throughout India's winter. Check out five winter skincare routine to avoid dry skin

India unique market, offers huge growth potential: Alma Lasers CEO Dayan

India offers huge growth potential for Alma Lasers, a global leader in energy-based medical and aesthetic solutions, and it plans to expand its product portfolio in the country by introducing additional platforms, injectables, and skincare solutions, according to a top company official. Alma is a leading Israeli company specialising in the innovation and manufacturing of medical lasers, light-based, radiofrequency, and ultrasound platforms for the aesthetics, surgical, and beauty (spa) markets. It has a strong presence across Asia, particularly in India, China, Korea, Japan, and Australia. Alma operates directly in these regions through its subsidiaries. Speaking during the opening ceremony of Alma Academy in Thailand held between September 26-29, that saw attendance from 340 physicians and company partners from 34 countries, Alma Lasers CEO Lior Dayan said, over the past 25 years, the company has partnered with numerous clinics to advance the field of aesthetic treatments, deliveri

Honasa Consumer expects Rs 1,000 cr ARR from The Derma Co in next 3-5 years

Honasa Consumer expects its skin care brand The Derma Co to reach an annual revenue run rate of Rs 1,000 crore in next three to five years, according to the FMCG maker's latest annual report. Besides, the company also expects its other skin care brand Aqualogica and hair care brand Dr. Sheth's to enter the Rs 500-crore ARR (annual revenue run-rate) club and BBLUNT to reach Rs 250 crore ARR by then. Its flagship brand Mamaearth, which plays across face, hair, and body segment, has already become the fastest-growing BPC (Beauty and Personal Care) brand to reach an annual revenue of Rs 1,000 crore and became the sixth-largest multi-category brand. "The other brands in our 'House of Brands' portfolio hold enormous potential as well. In the next three to five years, we expect The Derma Co to enter the Rs 1,000-crore ARR club, Aqualogica and Dr. Sheth's to enter the Rs 500-crore ARR club, and BBLUNT to enter the Rs 250-crore ARR club," said its founders Ghazal and Varun Alagh addressing