5 years ago

4.5.6 Skin Secures €700K Seed Funding for Melanin-Rich Skincare

  • 4.5.6 Skin, a London-based beautytech startup catering to melanin-rich skin, has secured €700K in seed funding

  • The funding was led by Be Angels and repeat French entrepreneurs including Thibaud Elziere, Julien Romanetto, Frédéric Montagnon, and Benoit Koerperich

  • The company will use the funds to further invest in R&D, including testing and production, and to recruit industrial production specialists, as well as sales and customer care specialists.

      • ProblemHealthcare

      "People with melanin-rich skin (skin phototypes IV, V, and VI) often face unique skincare challenges like dryness, excess sebum production, acne, hyperpigmentation, and dullness. Existing skincare products don't always address these specific needs."

      Solution

      "4.5.6 Skin creates custom-made skincare products formulated with a bespoke regime that addresses the specific needs of melanin-rich skin. This includes factors such as dryness, excess sebum production, acne, hyperpigmentation, and dullness; as well as strengthening the skin barrier thus making it more resilient."

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