Honasa Consumer Limited has announced the appointment of Dr. Kaustav Guha as Vice President of Research & Development. In this role, Dr. Guha will enhance the company’s R&D capabilities and drive product innovation across Honasa’s portfolio, which includes brands like Mamaearth, The Derma Co., Aqualogica, Bblunt, and Dr. Sheth’s.
Dr. Guha will focus on developing new technologies to improve formulations and products, with an emphasis on natural and sustainable solutions. His appointment follows Honasa’s acquisition of CosmoGenesis Labs earlier this year, aimed at strengthening the company’s research expertise.
Ghazal Alagh, Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Honasa Consumer Ltd., said, “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Kaustav Guha at Honasa Consumer. His extensive experience and expertise will be instrumental as we develop the next generation of skincare solutions for our consumers. With significant progress in expanding our research and development capabilities, including the acquisition of CosmoGenesis, we remain committed to creating high-quality beauty and personal care products through continuous product innovation.”
With over a decade of experience in the beauty and personal care industry, Dr. Guha has previously held product development leadership roles at L’Oreal and Marico. He holds degrees from IIT Kharagpur and Durham University, UK.
Commenting on his new role, Dr. Kaustav Guha, VP, R&D, Honasa Consumer Limited said, “I am excited to join Honasa Consumer Limited and contribute to its mission of creating innovative and sustainable products that meet the evolving needs of consumers. The company’s focus on clean beauty and science backed formulations resonates with my passion for driving meaningful advancements in skincare. I look forward to working with the talented team at Honasa to achieve new milestones and deliver transformative beauty solutions.”
Dr. Guha will be based in the Gurgaon office and is expected to play a crucial role in advancing Honasa’s commitment to consumer-centric product development and innovation in the beauty sector.
About Honasa Consumer Limited
Honasa Consumer Limited is a purpose-driven brand house building the future of personal care and beauty. The company has created a portfolio of digital-first brands, including Mamaearth, The Derma Co., Aqualogica, and Staze, based on a customer insights-led innovation strategy. Honasa has also purchased controlling shares in Dr. Sheth’s and Bblunt. With more than 100,000 FMCG retail locations and a vast omni-channel distribution network that covers more than 18,000 pin codes in India, Honasa’s products are accessible to customers in more than 700 districts across the country.
