About Digital Skin Care sector in India
The Digital Skin Care sector in India comprises 524 companies, including 63 funded companies having collectively raised $291M in venture capital money and private equity. Out of these, 18 are Series A+ funded.
Digital Skin Care sector in India has seen 8 acquisitions.
This sector includes companies that allow users to book appointments with a dermatologist, manage their own skin conditions and digital therapeutics for healthcare providers.
Digital Skin Care sector is also known as Digital Skin Care Solutions, Advanced Digital Skin Care or Digital Digital Skin Care.
Healthcare booking platforms for dermatologists, skin disease self managing platforms, digital therapeutics for dermatological conditions are included in this sector. Digital solutions for non dermatological problems, drug based therapies are excluded.
Top Digital Skin Care Companies in India
There are 524 Digital Skin Care startups in India which include Foxtale, Deconstruct, World of Asaya, Dot & Key, Cureskin. Out of these, 63 startups are funded, with 18 having secured Series A+ funding.
2026 has seen the creation of 5 Digital Skin Care startups in India. Over the past 10 years, an average of 41 new companies have been launched annually. Notably, several of these startups have been founded by alumni of BITS Pilani, IIT Kharagpur and IIM Ahmedabad.
Here is the list of top Digital Skin Care startups in India
1. Foxtale
Online brand of skincare, face, lip, body care, and perfume products. The company offers serums, moisturizers, sunscreens, masks, toners, and cleansers. Body care products include body washes, lotions, and perfumes. The company provides various formulations targeting different skin types and concerns.
Key facts about Foxtale
2. Deconstruct
Platform offering multi-category skincare products. It offers a wide range of science-backed solutions, including face and body care products, lip balms, cleansers, serums, and sunscreens. The brand also provides specialized kits such as an oily skin kit and a skin radiance routine kit. Its products cater to various skin types and concerns, including hydration, brightening, and anti-aging.
Key facts about Deconstruct
- Founded Year: 2020
- Location: Bengaluru (India)
- Stage: Series A
- Total Funding till date: $10.4M
- Investors: Kalaari Capital, Beenext and 16 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series A, Dec 24, 2024, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 73/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 498 Competitors
Retailer of skincare products formulated for pigmentation and acne treatment. The inventory includes serums, moisturizers, sunscreens, and cleansers designed to address skin concerns such as dark spots, blemishes, and uneven skin tone. The product line features chemical peels, spot targeting gels, and various sun protection formulations. These items are intended for topical application to manage skin health and appearance.
Key facts about World of Asaya
- Founded Year: 2021
- Location: Bengaluru (India)
- Stage: Series A
- Total Funding till date: $15.2M
- Investors: RPSG Capital Ventures, Ashrayahasthatrust and 27 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series A, Jul 30, 2026, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 73/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 3 of 498 Competitors
4. Dot & Key
Manufacturer of skincare products including sunscreens moisturizers serums and cleansers. The product line includes various formulations designed for different skin types and specific concerns such as dryness pigmentation and acne. Offerings consist of topical treatments for the face and body including lip care items and masks. These items are developed using chemical and plant-based ingredients to address skin barrier maintenance and protection against environmental factors. Distribution occurs through online retail channels.
Key facts about Dot & Key
- Founded Year: 2018
- Location: Kolkata (India)
- Stage: Acquired
- Tracxn Score: 65/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 13 of 1,496 Competitors
5. Cureskin
AI powered application providing personalized skincare and haircare solutions. It uses AI technology that examines skin and hair for different conditions that features a chat feature and recommends products, enables consultations with dermatologists, and prepare a personalized treatment kit and care plan for the skin.The service is primarily accessible through its mobile app, which provides instant skin and hair analysis and delivers customized regimens to users based on the needs.
Key facts about Cureskin
- Founded Year: 2017
- Location: Bengaluru (India)
- Stage: Series B
- Total Funding till date: $30.1M
- Investors: SenseAI, HealthQuad and 53 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, Dec 10, 2025, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 65/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 3 of 629 Competitors
Companies founded year-on-year in the Digital Skin Care sector in India
5 new startups have been founded so far in 2026 in the Digital Skin Care sector in India. 74 Digital Skin Care startups in India were founded in 2021 - this is the most number of startups founded in any year in the last 10 years.
- Total Number of Companies
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2026 | 5 |
2025 | 12 |
2024 | 38 |
2023 | 54 |
2022 | 59 |
2021 | 74 |
2020 | 70 |
2019 | 41 |
2018 | 28 |
2017 | 33 |
Stage-wise distribution of Digital Skin Care sector companies in India
Out of the total 524 Digital Skin Care companies in India, 63 have secured funding. Among them, 18 have reached Series A or higher, and 10 to Series B or beyond.
Founded - 524
Funded - 63
Series A+ - 18
Series B+ - 10
Series C+ - 9
Company Stage | No. of companies |
|---|---|
Founded | 524 |
Funded | 63 |
Series A+ | 18 |
Series B+ | 10 |
Series C+ | 9 |
Let us walk you through our Sectors and other offerings
Designed with precision for VCs, PE, IBs, Incubators, M&A, Innovation more
Designed with precision for VCs, PE, IBs, Incubators, M&A, Innovation more
Funding Trends in the Digital Skin Care sector in India
Total funding year-on-year in the Digital Skin Care sector in India
The Digital Skin Care sector in India saw a total funding of more than $291M in the last 10 years. The most amount of funding was in 2024 at more than $89.4M. There has been a total funding of $24.3M in 2026 till date.
- Total Funding
Year | Total Funding |
|---|---|
2026 | $24.3M |
2025 | $18.1M |
2024 | $89.4M |
2023 | $18.4M |
2022 | $69.8M |
2021 | $65.8M |
2020 | $1.94M |
2019 | $2.75M |
2018 | $97.1K |
2017 | $258K |
Recent Funding Rounds in Digital Skin Care in India
In the year 2026, till September 2026, Digital Skin Care companies in India have raised $24.3M in equity funding across 9 rounds.
In the same period last year (i.e. till September 2025), Digital Skin Care companies in India had raised $12.3M across 12 rounds.
So, 2026 has seen a 97.45% rise in funding in Digital Skin Care companies in India as compared to 2025.
Here are some recent, important funding rounds in Digital Skin Care companies in India:
Company | Round Raised | Amount Raised | Funding Date | Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Seed | 8229 | Sep 18, 2026 | ||
Seed | 4901 | Aug 22, 2026 | ||
Series A | 4135 | Jul 30, 2026 | ||
Seed | 6071 | Jul 08, 2026 | and 7 more | |
Seed | 9472 | Jun 08, 2026 | and 2 more |
Top Investors in Digital Skin Care in India
Unilever Ventures is the top investor in Digital Skin Care companies in India based on number of companies invested.
Here are some top investors in Digital Skin Care companies in India:
Investor | Location | Top Portfolio Companies |
|---|---|---|
London (United Kingdom) | ||
London (United Kingdom) | ||
Greenwich (United States) | - | |
Gurugram (India) | ||
Delhi (India) |
M&A activity in Digital Skin Care sector in India
In the year 2026, till August 2026, 4 acquisitions happened in Digital Skin Care sector in India. Last year, in 2025, a total of 1 acquisition happened in Digital Skin Care sector in India.
Here are some recent, important acquisitions in Digital Skin Care sector in India:
Company | Acquisition Type | Acquisition Date | Acquirers |
|---|---|---|---|
Business Acquisition | Aug 18, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | Aug 04, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | Mar 10, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | Feb 24, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | Jan 22, 2025 |
Acquisition trends in Digital Skin Care sector in India
Here are the acquisition trends in Digital Skin Care sector in India:
- Total Number of Acquisitions
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2026 | 4 |
2025 | 1 |
2024 | - |
2023 | 1 |
2022 | 1 |
2021 | 1 |
2020 | - |
2019 | - |
2018 | - |
2017 | - |
Colleges which produce the most Digital Skin Care companies in India
Companies founded by alumni from top colleges in the Digital Skin Care in India
Most number of Digital Skin Care startups in India have been founded by alumni from BITS Pilani, IIT Kharagpur and IIM Ahmedabad.
College | No. of companies |
|---|---|
BITS Pilani | 5 |
IIT Kharagpur | 5 |
IIM Ahmedabad | 4 |
IIT Delhi | 3 |
IIT Roorkee | 3 |
Indian School of Business | 3 |
Stanford University | 3 |
IIM Calcutta | 2 |
IIT Bombay | 2 |
IIT Kanpur | 2 |
Total funding in Digital Skin Care companies founded by alumni from top colleges in India
In the last 10 years, University of California (Los Angeles) graduates' Digital Skin Care companies in India have raised the most funding among top colleges. IIT Madras alumni are second, and Stanford University alumni are third.
College | Total Funding |
|---|---|
University of California (Los Angeles) | $56.8M |
IIT Madras | $30.1M |
Stanford University | $18.3M |
IIT Kharagpur | $16.3M |
IIM Bangalore | $15.2M |
Management Development Institute Gurgaon | $15.2M |
Stanford Business School | $15.2M |
IIT Roorkee | $15M |
BITS Pilani | $10.5M |
INSEAD | $10.4M |
Top News in Digital Skin Care in India
•
Dot & Key Expands Moisturiser Range With New Dragon Fruit Bounce Jelly MoisturiserThe Tribune•Sep 15, 2026•Dot & Key
•
Dot & Key Skincare Launches India's First 15-Shade Tinted Sunscreen RangeThe Tribune•Aug 25, 2026•Dot & Key
•
HUL-owned Minimalist's FY26 revenue jumps 36% to Rs 690 crore; PAT turns positiveMoneycontrol•Aug 17, 2026•Minimalist
•
Dot & Key Upgrades Sunscreen Portfolio with New-Age Photostable UV FiltersThe Tribune•May 07, 2026•Dot & Key
•
Kolkata Startup Scene: Insights from Dot & Key Founder Suyash Saraf - ArchynewsyArchynewsy•Apr 14, 2026•Dot & Key
•
Dot & Key launches Dragon Fruit Bounce Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++Media Bulletins•Mar 27, 2026•Dot & Key
•
•
Kae Capital's maiden fund gains from Porter & HealthKart exitsMint•Nov 11, 2025•RecommerceX, HealthKart, CertaSite, Foxtale and 10 others
•
Minimalist Unveils B12 + Repair Complex 5.5% Face Moisturizer: A Game-Changer for Barrier Recovery and Calm, Resilient Skin
Businessnewsthisweek•May 20, 2025•Minimalist
•
