THE WHAT? Procter & Gamble India (P&G India) is setting up a ‘P&G Supply Chain Catalyst Fund’ worth 300 crore. The fund aims to work with third-party companies and startups to develop improvements for P&G India’s supply chain ecosystem.
THE DETAILS According to LV Vaidyanathan, CEO of P&G India sub-continent, the fund is designed to support innovative solutions to enhance the supply chain. This effort is part of the broader attempt by P&G India to improve its operational efficiency and productivity by making targeted investments and collaborations in the supply chain sector.
THE WHY? This move is a segment of P&G India’s ongoing ‘vGROW’ initiative, which is six years into its operation. The initiative aims at collaborating with various organisations, including startups and small businesses, to find and apply business solutions specific to P&G’s operations in India, having already resulted in investments totalling Rs. 1,800 crore.
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Skincare Products: Including cleansers, moisturizers, serums, and treatments targeting specific skin concerns such as acne, aging, hyperpigmentation, and sensitivity.
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Cosmetics: Makeup products such as foundations, concealers, eyeliners, lipsticks, and eyeshadows designed to enhance facial features and achieve desired looks.
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Hair Care Products: Shampoos, conditioners, styling products, and treatments to maintain and improve the health and appearance of hair.
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Dermatological Treatments: Prescription or over-the-counter treatments for medical conditions like acne, eczema, psoriasis, or rosacea.
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Aesthetic Devices: Equipment used for professional treatments including laser devices, microneedling pens, radiofrequency devices, and IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) machines.
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Injectable Aesthetics: Products such as dermal fillers and botulinum toxin (Botox) used to enhance facial contours, reduce wrinkles, and achieve smoother skin.
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Nutritional Supplements: Supplements aimed at promoting skin health, hair growth, and overall well-being, often containing vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
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Home Use Beauty Devices: Devices like facial cleansing brushes, LED light therapy masks, and microcurrent devices designed for at-home skincare treatments.
