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Can Winston Challenge Legacy Brands In The Personal Grooming Electronics Space?

Inc42 · 1y ago

Can Winston Challenge Legacy Brands In The Personal Grooming Electronics Space?

Winston, a D2C personal care electronics brand, aims to compete in the Indian hair clipper market, projected to reach a value of $2.05 billion by 2029. Having raised funding from notable investors such as Vineeta Singh of SUGAR Cosmetics and Anupam Mittal of Shaadi.com on Shark Tank India, Winston believes it can capture 5-6% of the market, which is currently estimated at INR 8,500.

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Exclusive: Bombay Shaving Company Raises INR 24 Cr Debt From Alteria Capital

Inc42 · 1y ago

Exclusive: Bombay Shaving Company Raises INR 24 Cr Debt From Alteria Capital

Direct-to-consumer grooming and personal care startup Bombay Shaving Company has secured INR 24 crore ($3 million) in debt funding from venture debt fund Alteria Capital. The funding will be used to refine the startup's go-to-market strategy for its razor category, as well as expand its offline presence to 25 cities from the current 12. The startup, which offers products for men's and women's grooming, has raised a total of $48 million in funding to date and reported around INR 178 crore ($23.6 million) in revenue for FY23. It competes with brands like The Man Company and Ustraa in the men's grooming space.

Meesho Bolsters Branded Products Play With Meesho Mall, Eyes Festive Sale Fervour

Inc42 · 2y ago

Meesho Bolsters Branded Products Play With Meesho Mall, Eyes Festive Sale Fervour

Indian ecommerce unicorn Meesho is expanding its presence in the branded products space ahead of the festive season sales. The company will list longtail and branded products on its in-app branded store, Meesho Mall, with a focus on categories such as beauty and personal care, footwear, and electronics accessories. Meesho aims to offer a diverse and affordable selection to its consumers while also supporting emerging and regional brands looking to reach a larger audience. The in-app store is expected to be a significant monetization tool in the future.

Honasa Consumer acquires personal care brand Reginald Men - The Economic Times

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Economic Times · 22h ago

Honasa Consumer, the parent company of Mamaearth, has acquired a 95% stake in men’s grooming brand Reginald Men for Rs 195 crore, with plans to acquire the remaining 5% in 12 months. This marks Honasa’s entry into the men’s grooming market and follows its recent investment in Fang, an oral-care company. Founded in 2022, BTM Ventures, the parent firm of Reginald Men, offers various personal care products for men.

Mamaearth’s parent enters men’s grooming space with acquisition of Reginald Men

Entrackr

Entrackr · 1d ago

Mamaearth’s parent enters men’s grooming space with acquisition of Reginald Men

Mamaearth’s parent enters men’s grooming space with acquisition of Reginald Men Honasa Consumer, the parent company of Mamaearth has made a strategic entry into the men’s grooming market with the acquisition of South India-focused Reginald Men. According to a stock exchange filing, Honasa Consumer has picked up a 95% stake in BTM Ventures Pvt Ltd, the owner of Reginald Men, through a secondary transaction at Rs 195 crore. The deal structure includes Honasa’s acquisition of the remaining 5% stake after 12 months, subject to predefined valuation criteria. The move marks Honasa’s formal expansion into the men’s personal grooming segment, a category it has so far approached indirectly through its broader portfolio of brands. Launched in August 2022 by Trisha Reddy Talasani, Reginald Men has a strong niche in the premium men’s personal care space. The brand, which focuses largely on sunscreen and serums, recorded over Rs 70 crore in revenue with nearly 25% EBITDA in the twelve-month period between November 2024 and October 2025, as per the filing. The acquisition also strengthens Honasa’s presence in South India, where Reginald Men generates a majority of its revenue. “We are deeply inspired by what the Reginald Men team has built in such a short span. Their understanding of the modern male consumer aligns perfectly with Honasa’s long-term vision,” said Varun Alagh, co-founder and CEO of Honasa Consumer, as given in the stock filing. In terms of financials, Mamaearth’s revenue increased 16.5% to Rs 538 crore in Q2 FY26 from Rs 462 crore in Q2 FY25. The Gurugram-based company reported profit after tax of Rs 39 crore in Q2 FY26, as compared to a loss of Rs 18.56 crore in Q2 FY25. During the quarter ending September 2025, the company also picked up a 25% stake in Couch Commerce Private Limited which owns the brand “Fang Oral Care” for a consideration of up to Rs 10 crores.

BIA Brands Marks Second Skincare Acquisition With Asa Beauty

Inc42 · 1y ago

BIA Brands Marks Second Skincare Acquisition With Asa Beauty

BIA Brands, a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) company, has acquired beauty brand Asa Beauty to expand its presence in the beauty and personal care (BPC) space. This marks BIA Brands' second acquisition in the skincare segment, following its purchase of TrueKind in December 2022. Asa Beauty offers clean and ethical makeup products. BIA Brands aims to build global brands originating from India and has previously made acquisitions in the food and beverage industry. The company's CEO expressed confidence in the acquisition, stating that Asa Beauty aligns with BIA Brands' values of excellence, innovation, and sustainability.

ICON Wants To Make A Dent In India’s Luggage And Bags Industry

Inc42 · 1y ago

ICON, a direct-to-consumer (D2C) luggage and bags brand, aims to address the innovation gaps in the Indian market. The brand is targeting the growing D2C wave in India, which has been impacting legacy brands like VIP Industries. VIP Industries, with its long-standing legacy, is losing market share to new and innovative brands. ICON aims to offer unique and functional designs, inspired by global brands like Louis Vuitton. Positioned in the mass premium segment, ICON's products range from INR 4,000 to INR 10,000. The brand focuses on gathering customer feedback to continuously improve its products.

How do YouTubers Drive Sales for Brands

StartupTalky

StartupTalky · 1y ago

How do YouTubers Drive Sales for Brands

YouTube influencers in India are becoming powerful brand advocates, with their subscriber count, average views, and engagement rate determining the cost for promotional services. Pricing for promotional videos can range from 20,000 to 50,000 INR for an influencer with a moderate following to as much as 2 lakhs INR for famous YouTubers with millions of followers. Brands should consider the influencer's audience demographics and engagement level, with smaller and more engaged audiences often providing better value for money. Influencer marketing in India is projected to be worth Rs 2,200 crore by 2025, with personal care, food and beverage, fashion and jewelry, and mobile and electronics being the top categories.

Govt implements comprehensive technical, legal measures to deal with cyberattacks: Vaishnaw

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YourStory · 8m ago

Govt implements comprehensive technical, legal measures to deal with cyberattacks: Vaishnaw

The Indian government has implemented comprehensive technical and legal measures to tackle rising cyberattacks, with Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw emphasizing their significant challenge. During a parliamentary session, Vaishnaw highlighted the nation’s improved global cybersecurity ranking and robust policies. Legal steps include the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, while technical initiatives involve the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre. Awareness campaigns and prevention systems, like Cyber Swachhta Kendra, are also in place to bolster defense against cybersecurity threats.

Emami Ltd eyes more acquisitions, increases stake in The Man Company to 100% | Mint

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Livemint · 1y ago

Emami Ltd eyes more acquisitions, increases stake in The Man Company to 100% | Mint

Emami Ltd, the Kolkata-based consumer goods maker, is open to further acquisitions in traditional businesses and direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands. The company recently acquired a male grooming company and has previously invested in various brands across different sectors. Emami aims to capitalize on online opportunities, incubate growth engines, and tap into emerging consumer segments. In addition to its existing investments, Emami is keen on exploring new-age categories where it currently does not have a presence. They are evaluating potential opportunities in both direct-to-consumer and heritage brands.

Union Minister launches innovation challenge focused on deeptech innovations, to personally mentor top innovators

IndianStartupNews

IndianStartupNews · 20d ago

Union Minister launches innovation challenge focused on deeptech innovations, to personally mentor top innovators

Union Minister of Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, launched a Nationwide Innovation Challenge before the India International Science Festival 2025. The initiative encourages young Indians to propose impactful deeptech ideas in AI, quantum technology, space, biotech, and more. Participants can submit innovative concepts through the MyGov platform, with successful entries receiving mentorship and recognition at the festival. The challenge aims to propel India’s science and technology landscape and support national development.

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