6 Local Health and Beauty Brands You Probably Didn’t Know

Made in Singapore but loved globally, Skin Inc is a cosmetic brand that allows customers to customize their skincare routine based on their skin concerns. From bespoke serums to LED optimizer devices with different wavelengths of light, the company has produced a range of award-winning products that are suitable for all skin types. The brand has established itself in Sephora outlets worldwide and Nordstrom department stores in the United States.

The burgeoning indie brand started off with a single product called the 1A All-day Mask, which can be applied and left on tired skin throughout the day without rinsing. Since 2016, the skincare line has made its presence in 12 countries, such as the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and France. The company aims to have a target of 25 products under the brand by 2019.

The local startup began selling its signature ‘windproof’ insect repellent, which uses natural ingredients sourced from around the world and smells like chocolate mint. It has become a hit in Singapore, especially with the rise in dengue and zika outbreaks. Since locally made repellents are said to be more effective in combatting insects within Singapore’s tropical environment, the brand is a popular alternative to imported products. Theo10 has also established itself in Thailand and made other products including topical creams and balms for skin ailments.