Author: PIS Team
In today’s beauty world, where labels like “natural,” “clean,” and “chemical-free” dominate marketing, one Indian brand is cutting through the noise with honesty and science. Conscious Chemist is redefining how consumers approach skincare—by putting ingredients, efficacy, and transparency at the center of everything it does. Launched in 2021, the brand has quickly built a loyal following among India’s new-age skincare users—those who want results, understand ingredients, and aren’t swayed by gimmicks. What makes Conscious Chemist stand out is simple yet powerful: it doesn’t sell fear, it sells facts. The Vision: Making Skincare About Science, Not Myths At the heart of Conscious Chemist are two founders who saw…
A Story You Don’t Just Wear—You FeelIn today’s fast-moving fashion world, where trends change overnight, finding a brand that feels personal is rare. That’s exactly where Torani stands apart.Torani isn’t just about clothing—it’s about emotion, memory, and identity. Every piece feels like a story you’ve lived before, even if you’re wearing it for the first time. For the modern woman who values meaning over noise, Torani becomes more than fashion—it becomes a reflection of who she is.The Origin of Torani: Where Nostalgia Became a BrandBehind Torani is designer Karan Torani, whose journey didn’t begin on a runway—but at home.Growing up…
India’s jewellery industry is no longer just about gold and heirlooms—it’s evolving into a space driven by style, accessibility, and everyday wear. At the center of this shift is Palmonas, which has just raised $40 million (₹373 crore) in a Series B funding round. Backed by Xponentia Capital and Vertex Growth Fund, with participation from Vertex Ventures, this funding marks a defining moment for the brand. More importantly, it highlights how India’s new-age jewellery startups are blending celebrity influence, smart pricing, and profitability to build scalable businesses. And in Palmonas’ case, it’s working. The New Jewellery Trend: Why Demi-Fine Is…
India’s beauty industry is evolving at lightning speed—and one potential deal is capturing all the attention. Nykaa is reportedly in advanced talks to acquire a majority stake in 82°E, the premium skincare label co-founded by Deepika Padukone. At first glance, it looks like a straightforward acquisition. But look closer, and it reveals something bigger—a shift in how India’s beauty brands are built, scaled, and sustained in a fiercely competitive market. Why This Deal Matters Right Now Nykaa isn’t just another beauty retailer—it has quietly transformed itself into a brand incubator. Its “House of Nykaa” portfolio has become a major revenue driver, proving that the company knows how to build and…
Why the Future of Dining Needs a Rethink Think about the last time you ordered food or attended an event. The meal may have lasted minutes, but the waste it created could linger for decades. Single-use plastics—plates, containers, cutlery—have quietly become one of the biggest contributors to environmental damage, especially in a country like India where food culture thrives on convenience and scale. This is exactly the gap Dinearth is addressing. Backed by Ashtavinayak EcoPak Ltd, Dinearth is reshaping the way we dine by replacing plastic disposables with eco-friendly alternatives made from sugarcane waste. It’s not just about offering another “green…
Rethinking Waste in a World That Throws Too Much Away Every day, we tear open a packet of chips or unwrap a snack without thinking twice about where that packaging ends up. The truth? Most of it doesn’t get recycled. Multilayered plastics—those shiny, crinkly wrappers—are nearly impossible to process using traditional methods. They pile up in landfills, clog ecosystems, and quietly worsen India’s growing waste crisis. This is exactly where Without steps in. Founded by Anish Kishore Malpani in 2021, Without is not just another sustainable brand- it’s a deep-tech social enterprise built to solve a problem most industries have ignored.…
A Celebration of Craft, Culture, and Modern EleganceIn a fashion world driven by trends and constant change, some brands choose to create something that lasts. Shyamal & Bhumika is one of those rare names—quietly powerful, deeply rooted in heritage, and consistently relevant.Founded by Shyamal Shodhan and Bhumika Shodhan, the label has become a symbol of heritage luxury in India. Every piece reflects craftsmanship, culture, and a deep respect for tradition—yet feels completely aligned with the modern woman’s lifestyle.For the POISE InStyle woman, this is more than fashion.It is identity expressed through elegance.The Beginning: A Brand Built on PurposeEvery enduring brand…
Redefining Indian Luxury for the Modern WomanThere are designers who follow fashion trends, and then there are those who quietly reshape how we experience fashion itself. Tarun Tahiliani belongs to the latter.For decades, he has reimagined Indian fashion—not by moving away from tradition, but by refining it. His work speaks to a woman who wants heritage without heaviness, elegance without excess, and luxury that feels as comfortable as it looks.For the POISE InStyle woman, Tarun Tahiliani is not just a designer.He represents a mindset—modern, rooted, and effortlessly confident.The Beginning: A Vision Ahead of Its TimeLong before Indian fashion gained global…
In today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape, leadership is no longer just about building products—it’s about creating impact at scale. The journey of Sindhu Gangadharan reflects this shift. From being part of SAP’s early India story to leading one of its largest global R&D hubs, she represents a new generation of women in tech—leaders who combine engineering depth with visionary thinking. Her story is not just about growth. It is about building systems that power global innovation. Early Foundations: Entering Tech at the Right Time Growing up in Bengaluru, Sindhu witnessed the early stages of India’s IT transformation. Her decision to…
There are leaders who grow within systems, and then there are those who quietly reshape them.Debjani Ghosh belongs to the second kind.Her journey doesn’t follow a predictable arc. It moves across ideas, industries, and influence-connecting technology, business, and policy in a way that feels both intentional and instinctive. What makes her story compelling is not just the positions she has held, but the questions she has asked along the way.Questions like-what role should India play in the global tech landscape?And more importantly-how can technology create real, inclusive progress?A Beginning That Didn’t Fit a TemplateDebjani didn’t begin her journey with a…