SINGAPORE, Sept 9 — Some other homegrown beauty-preneurs are also raring to make their mark on the world stage. Here are some whose billboards you might be seeing around the world not too far in the distant future.
Allies of Skin
Founded by 27-year-old Singaporean, Nicolas Travis, this newcomer in the beauty scene here is just celebrating its first anniversary at the end of this year, but is already retailing in London at Space NK and e-tailer FarFetch.com, and is set to hit Australia, Russia, Poland and France by the end of the year. Come spring next year, it will also be retailing at Barney’s New York, making it the first Singaporean brand to do so. It is sold at Escentials boutiques here, and online.
Mt. Sapola
Founder Cheryl Gan was a former IT professional who was inspired by her passion for aromatherapy to start the aromatherapy and skincare brand. Half of the brand’s products are made in Singapore, and it is retailing in Malaysia and Thailand, and has plans to tap into the United Kingdom and Australian markets in the near future.
Dr GL
This premium skincare range, created by aesthetic doctor and socialite Dr Georgia Lee, retails at Harvey Nichols and Sogo stores in Hong Kong and at counters in Sri Lanka and Thailand as well as on its website.
Calecim
Founded in 2002, Calecim arose from a decade of stem-cell research from parent company CellResearch Corporation and harnesses stem cells from non-human umbilical cord lining to boost cellular regeneration in the skin. The professional range is currently sold in clinics in the US, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Thailand, Malaysia and Taiwan.
Skin Inc
Probably the most established and expansive Singaporean beauty brand, Skin Inc is now available in more than 100 countries and at Sephora stores. Founder Sabrina Tan launched the brand eight years ago and was one of the pioneers of the made-to-measure skincare trend. — TODAY
