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VINR Cosmeticals: Bootstrapped Skincare Brand Now Set to Cross Rs.15 Crore Sales, Backed by Canadian Venture Capitalist

New Delhi [India] October 10, 2025: In less than a year, VINR Wellness India Pvt. Ltd., the parent company of VINR Cosmeticals, has emerged as one of India’s fastest-growing D2C skincare and wellness startups. Founded by brothers Akshyam Shandilya and Arinn S Shandilya, VINR cosmeticals is redefining clean beauty with a philosophy rooted in “Vineyard-Inspired Natural Radiance.” By combining K-Beauty innovation, Indian botanicals, and in-house R&D, VINR has positioned itself as a new-age powerhouse in India’s ₹1.6 lakh crore beauty and personal care industry, projected to grow 13–15% CAGR through 2030.

A Compassionate Origin, Refined by Research

VINR’s cosmeticals genesis lies in personal experience: the Shandilya brothers were motivated by their grandmother’s long battle with psoriasis. Their search for effective yet gentle formulations led them to explore grape seed extract (Vitis vinifera) – a potent antioxidant and the core inspiration behind VINR’s vineyard motive. Over two years of rigorous R&D allowed the founders and their formulation team to validate key active ingredients, optimize concentrations, and iterate on stability and delivery systems. This deep research phase ultimately enabled the brand to internalize R&D and manufacture all formulations in-house, rather than outsourcing to third-party labs – a key differentiator in quality control, ingredient traceability, and speed of innovation.

Bootstrap to Global Acceleration

What began as a self-funded startup quickly drew external interest. Today, VINR cosmeticals is backed by Canada Ventures Capitalist, a Canada-based incubator with strong support for consumer brands. Despite external backing, the company retains an independent, family-driven ethos. Together, the Shandilya brothers bring over 30 years of cross-industry experience (FMCG, textiles, portals, entertainment, beauty). Their combined skill set — creative, operational, and strategic – underpins VINR’s swift scaling and execution discipline.

Explosive Growth & Market Traction

In just eight months, VINR Cosmeticals saw a rapid growth in sales, placing it firmly among India’s fastest-scaling clean-beauty startups.  And will do 15 crore in this financial year. The brand now claims a loyal base of over 5 million customers nationwide, with the South Indian region emerging as its strongest market. Operating on a D2C-first model, VINR cosmeticals markets through thevinr.com and is also present on major marketplaces such as Amazon, Flipkart, Nykaa, Tira, Purplle, and Tata Cliq. For fast-moving cities, it’s available on Blinkit, Zepto and BigBasket for instant beauty delivery. Its marketing, content and growth engine leans on UGC storytelling, influencer partnerships, dermatologist-endorsed education, and K-Beauty awareness – reaching millions organically via Instagram, YouTube, Amazon Live, and other social channels

Targeting the Modern Indian Consumer

VINR cosmeticals resonates deeply with urban millennials and Gen Z (age 18–35) who are ingredient-aware, research-driven, and demand results without harsh chemicals. With a price range of ₹300–₹600, VINR cosmeticals claims to pioneer the “premium-mass” category — offering performance normally associated with luxury skincare, but at mostly accessible price points. Its hero SKUs — Rosemary Hair Spray, Hair Growth Concentrate Serum, Vitamin C Serum, Niacinamide Booster, Dewy Finish Sunscreen — reflect the brand’s mission to democratize clinical skincare as part of everyday self-care rituals.

Industry Outlook: A Booming Beauty Market

To put VINR’s cosmeticals ambition in context, the Indian beauty and personal care sector is enjoying strong tailwinds: The Indian cosmetics market is projected to expand at a CAGR of ~8.7% from 2024 to 2030. The beauty & personal care sector is forecasted to grow at ~5.6% CAGR during 2025–2033, reaching ~USD 48.3 billion by 2033 The clean beauty subsegment is expected to grow at ~15.4% CAGR in India from 2024 to 2030. The skincare market alone was valued ~USD 8.78 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to double to ~USD 17.69 billion by 2033 (CAGR ~8.43%). Luxury / premium beauty is also emerging fast: India’s luxury beauty market is forecast to grow at ~14% CAGR, targeting USD 4 billion by 2035. These growth trajectories underscore the structural opportunity VINR cosmeticals is tapping — rising incomes, digital adoption, beauty consciousness, and shifting consumer values toward clean, transparent, and localized.

Vision & Growth Strategy

VINR cosmeticals plans to widen its footprint across haircare, unisex fragrances, and edible wellness supplements (under stringent regulatory compliance). The brand targets a ₹30-40 crore annual run rate within two years and aims to reach a valuation of ₹100–150 crore within five years. “VINR cosmeticals isn’t just another skincare Brand – it’s a movement towards transparency, science and self-care with love,” says Akshyam Shandilya, CEO & Co-Founder.

 “We want to empower Indians to love their natural skin with products that truly work. Our vision was never just to sell products – it was to educate people and deliver real performance. VINR Cosmeticals was built to earn trust through results and education,” says Arinn S Shandilya, COO & Co-Founder.

Science Meets Nature and In House Manufacturing only

The VINR cosmeticals Ingredient Matrix Includes:

Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid / Derivatives), Retinol, Redensyl, Ginseng Extract, Green Tea (Camellia Sinensis), Rice Water / Rice Bran Extract, Mugwort (Artemisia), Centella Asiatica (Cica / Gotu Kola), Licorice Root Extract, Bamboo Extract, Jeju Island Ingredients, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Yeast Extracts, Hyaluronic Acid (Multi-Molecular), Snail Mucin, Beta-Glucan, Panthenol (Vitamin B5), Ceramides, Allantoin, Arbutin, Pearl Extract, Propolis & Royal Jelly, Tea Tree Extract / Oil, Madecassoside, Aloe Vera, Chamomile Extract, Houttuynia Cordata (Heartleaf), Encapsulated Retinol & Bakuchiol, Hydrolyzed Collagen / Peptides, Probiotics & Prebiotics, Glutathione, and Kombucha (Fermented Black Tea). Signature Complexes: Snail Mucin + Niacinamide | Rice Water + Hyaluronic Acid | Centella + Ceramides | Propolis + Vitamin C | Ginseng + Retinol This extensive ingredient matrix positions VINR at the intersection of modern dermatology and traditional bio-science, appealing to ingredient-aware consumers seeking transparency and efficacy.

VINR’s cosmeticals formulations reflect the ingredients of Korean skincare science and Indian botanical intelligence, built for Indian skin and climate. Each product is dermatologically tested, paraben-free, sulfate-free, silicone-free, and cruelty-free, ensuring efficacy with safety. The VINR Ingredient Matrix Includes: Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid / Derivatives), Retinol, Redensyl, Ginseng Extract, Green Tea (Camellia Sinensis), Rice Water / Rice Bran Extract, Mugwort (Artemisia), Centella Asiatica (Cica / Gotu Kola), Licorice Root Extract, Bamboo Extract, Jeju Island Ingredients, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Yeast Extracts, Hyaluronic Acid (MultiMolecular), Snail Mucin, Beta-Glucan, Panthenol (Vitamin B5), Ceramides, Allantoin, Arbutin, Pearl Extract, Propolis & Royal Jelly, Tea Tree Extract / Oil, Madecassoside, AloeVera, Chamomile Extract, Houttuynia Cordata (Heartleaf), Encapsulated Retinol & Bakuchiol Hydrolyzed Collagen / Peptides, Probiotics & Prebiotics, Glutathione, and Kombucha (Fermented Black Tea).

Signature Complexes:

Snail Mucin + Niacinamide | Rice Water + Hyaluronic Acid | Centella + Ceramides | Propolis + Vitamin C | Ginseng + Retinol This extensive ingredient matrix positions VINR at the intersection of modern dermatology and traditional bio-science, appealing to ingredient-aware consumers seeking transparency and efficacy.

About VINR Cosmeticals

VINR Cosmeticals is a new-age Indian beauty and wellness company under VINR Wellness India Pvt. Ltd., founded by Akshyam Shandilya and Arinn S Shandilya. Guided by its ethos of “Vineyard-Inspired Natural Radiance,” VINR blends K-Beauty innovation, advanced actives, and clean Indian botanicals to create high-performance skincare and haircare products tailored for Indian consumers. Available on Amazon, Flipkart, Nykaa, Tira, Purplle, Tata Cliq, and Blinkit, VINR is trusted by 5 million + customers across India, especially in South India, and is rapidly growing as a Made-in-India global beauty brand.

To know more please visit – https://thevinr.com/

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