Honasa Consumer Limited, the parent company behind popular brands like Mamaearth, The Derma Co., Aqualogica, Bblunt, and Dr. Sheth’s, has appointed Kaustav Guha as Vice President of Research & Development. In this role, Guha will spearhead product innovation and strengthen R&D capabilities across Honasa’s portfolio of purpose-driven brands. His focus will be on developing new technologies to enhance formulations and driving the company’s commitment to creating natural and sustainable products.
Ghazal Alagh, Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Honasa Consumer Ltd., expressed her enthusiasm about the appointment, stating, “We are thrilled to welcome Kaustav Guha at Honasa Consumer. His extensive experience and expertise will be instrumental as we develop the next generation of skincare solutions for our consumers. With significant progress in expanding our research and development capabilities, including the acquisition of CosmoGenesis, we remain committed to creating high-quality beauty and personal care products through continuous product innovation.”
Guha brings over a decade of experience in the beauty and personal care industry, having worked with both global and Indian brands such as L’Oreal and Marico. He is a graduate of IIT Kharagpur and Durham University, UK. His expertise in product development and formulations will be crucial in Honasa’s ongoing efforts to create cutting-edge beauty and personal care solutions.
Reflecting on his new position, Guha said, “I am excited to join Honasa Consumer Limited and contribute to its mission of creating innovative and sustainable products that meet the evolving needs of consumers. The company’s focus on clean beauty and science-backed formulations resonates with my passion for driving meaningful advancements in skincare. I look forward to working with the talented team at Honasa to achieve new milestones and deliver transformative beauty solutions.”
Guha’s appointment aligns with Honasa’s strategy to push the boundaries of R&D in India’s beauty and wellness industry. Earlier this year, Honasa announced the acquisition of CosmoGenesis Labs, a cosmetic formulation and development company specializing in premium skincare solutions. This acquisition has further bolstered Honasa’s R&D capabilities, enabling the company to explore new product categories while delivering exceptional value to its customers.
Based in the company’s Gurgaon office, Guha will play a critical role in driving Honasa’s innovation initiatives and consumer-centric product development. His leadership is expected to significantly impact the company’s growth trajectory as it continues to revolutionize the Indian beauty and personal care landscape.
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