The company will use the funds to strengthen hiring, scale inventory and marketing, and accelerate product innovation and R&D

Bengaluru: D2C skincare brand Conscious Chemist has raised ₹15 crore in a bridge round led by Atomic Capital, with participation from First Port Capital Fund B and IPV International.

Robin Gupta, Co-founder and CEO, said the new capital reinforces the brand’s “capital-efficient growth model” and strong consumer response to its science-led formulations. He added that the company aims to reach ₹500 crore ARR in the next 24–36 months while maintaining healthy unit economics.

Founded in 2021 by Robin Gupta and Prakher Mathur, Conscious Chemist positions itself as an “active-first” skincare brand offering science-backed formulations designed for Indian skin. Its portfolio includes 30+ products powered by globally sourced ingredients such as salicylic acid, kojic acid, peptides and retinol. The brand has introduced innovations including India’s first self-dissolving microneedle patches.

The company has reported 3X revenue growth in the past year, 75% gross margins, and retention rates three times the industry average, achieving profitability at the CM3 level. It has also grown 3X in quick-commerce channels, with availability on Blinkit, Instamart and Zepto, and has built a customer base exceeding 2.5 million. Conscious Chemist also retails through platforms including Amazon, Nykaa, Myntra and Flipkart.

Atomic Capital, which invested in the company’s Pre-Series A round in July 2024, has increased its stake through this round. Apoorv Gautam, Managing Partner at Atomic Capital, said Conscious Chemist is well-positioned to capitalise on rising demand for transparent, science-backed skincare beyond Tier 1 markets.

Over the next year, Conscious Chemist plans to expand its presence across marketplaces and quick commerce, grow its share in categories such as acne care, sunscreens and face cleansers, and add over 30 new SKUs. The brand is also preparing to enter scalp and hair care.