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The image is a promotional banner featuring two segments. On the left, there is a stylized illustration of various skincare products being held up by human hands against a pale pink background with star accents, suggesting a focus on beauty and wellness products. On the right, a portrait of a confident Indian woman in a red blouse and black pants, standing with crossed arms and smiling, set against a geometric red and white background. This design likely represents the leadership behind the skincare brand, emphasizing both the product line and the entrepreneurial spirit.

CHOSEN Secures $1.2M Seed Funding for Skincare Expansion

By
Anurag Trivedi

CHOSEN, a Chennai-based skincare startup founded by Dr. Renita Rajan, has raised $1.2 million in seed funding from friends and family, following a $100,000 equity-free grant from Peak XV Partners. This funding will enhance strategic expansion, including exploring B2B partnerships in sectors like hospitality and health. The company, known for safe and effective skincare, plans to introduce 12 new products and aims for pre-series funding of $10-20 million later this year. Currently, CHOSEN has a robust product lineup and a workforce of 130, projecting significant growth and scale in the coming fiscal year.