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CHOSEN raises 5 million dollars Series A to expand clinically backed skincare and haircare pipeline

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Published on 4 May 2026
CHOSEN raises 5 million dollars Series A to expand clinically backed skincare and haircare pipeline

Dermatologists and LOréal VC backed its clinic to consumer model

D2C skin and haircare brand CHOSEN has raised $5 million in a Series A led by Fireside Ventures, with support from L’Oréal’s corporate venture fund and dermatologists. Founded in 2020, the Chennai startup says it will use the funding to strengthen R&D, scale its centre of excellence, and expand clinically validated product lines across skincare, haircare, and wellness.

  • CHOSEN bags a $5 million Series A led by Fireside Ventures
  • LOréal VC and practising dermatologists joined the round
  • Funding will go to R&D, a centre of excellence, and team expansion
  • IoT-led, clinic to consumer model targets pigmentation and hair ageing
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