Honasa consumer appoints Kaustav Guha as VP of research & development

Honasa Consumer Limited, the parent company of well-known brands like Mamaearth, The Derma Co., Aqualogica, Bblunt, and Dr. Sheth’s, has appointed Kaustav Guha as Vice President of Research & Development (R&D).

This strategic appointment is part of Honasa’s efforts to enhance its R&D capabilities and foster innovation across its portfolio of purpose-driven beauty and wellness brands.

Guha's role will focus on advancing product formulations and exploring sustainable and clean beauty technologies.

Driving product innovation across brands

Kaustav Guha will oversee the development of new technologies to improve formulations and drive product innovation at Honasa Consumer.

His efforts will be aimed at meeting the evolving needs of consumers by offering natural, sustainable, and high-quality beauty and personal care products. 

In addition, his work will support Honasa’s commitment to delivering safe and effective products, in line with the company’s mission to push boundaries in the Indian beauty and wellness industry.

Industry experience and background

Guha brings more than a decade of experience in the beauty and personal care industry. His career includes leadership roles in product development at both global and Indian brands, such as L’Oréal and Marico.

An alumnus of IIT Kharagpur and Durham University in the UK, Guha expressed his excitement about joining Honasa Consumer and working with a dedicated team to create innovative, science-backed beauty solutions.

His expertise in formulating clean beauty products aligns well with Honasa’s focus on sustainable innovation.

Recent acquisition strengthens R&D capabilities

Earlier this year, Honasa Consumer expanded its R&D capabilities through the acquisition of CosmoGenesis Labs, a leading cosmetic formulation and development company specializing in premium skincare solutions.

This move provided Honasa with a state-of-the-art laboratory and a skilled team focused on natural and organic formulations.

Guha’s appointment comes at a crucial time, as the company looks to build on this foundation and further its R&D efforts to explore new sub-categories in beauty and personal care.