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Purplle.com - Company Profile | Beauty Startup

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StartupTalky · 1y ago

Purplle is an Indian multi-brand beauty retailer that sells cosmetic and wellness products online. Founded in 2011, it offers a wide range of skincare, haircare, cosmetics, and fragrance products from various brands. Purplle aims to provide a personalized shopping experience for customers by considering their specific needs, such as skin and hair type. The company has been growing rapidly and has become a popular choice among online shoppers in the beauty industry.

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