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Our brand story begins in a tiny town named Lausanne located on the shores on lake Geneva, in the French speaking part of Switzerland

Inspired by French Pharmacy Skincare

Vivek, our co-founder, moved to picturesque Lausnane, Switzerland to pursue his MBA at IMD Business School. When his friend Ira visited him in Lausanne, while sitting down in a french cafe admiring the breathtaking scenery over coffee and criossants, they observed how french women are so elegant and chic. The french girl aesthetic has a classic , je ne sais quoi, quality about it as french women apply little make up and take very good care of their skin using french pharmcacy products with active ingredients. No wonder they let their skin to be the highlight of their look. Inspired by the their woes of buying high quality active ingredients infused cosmecuticlas that are safe and effective, they started ideating on how to bring such incredible formulations to Indian market, without having to travel to Europe to get these cult products. Given their shared passion for affordable and effective skincare products, they started ideating and analysing the current product offerings in Indian market. They spent months researching and testing different ingredients, and finally came up with a collection of skincare products that were infused with the same active ingredients they had discovered in the French pharmacy. The two friends knew that they had something special on their hands, and were eager to share their newfound passion for quality skincare with the world. Today, their brand continues to thrive and expand, with a loyal following of customers who swear by their products. The two friends look back on their serendiptious encounter in Lausanne with fondness, knowing that it was the inspiration for their incredible journey to launch a skincare line that would be enjoyed by millions of beauty aficionado.

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Story behind our brand name Yayani 

Yayani was founded by a group of passionate skincare enthusiasts who believed that everyone should have access to luxury skincare products that are affordable and effective. The name Yayani comes from the Hindu goddess Katyayani, who is believed to represent strength, courage, and beauty.

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According to Hindu mythology, Katyayani was created by the gods to defeat a powerful demon. She is known for her fierce determination and unwavering commitment to justice. Yayani's founders were inspired by this mythology and wanted to create a brand that embodies these qualities.

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Yayani's brand philosophy is 'beauty without artifice.' The founders believe that true beauty comes from within, and that skincare products should enhance your natural beauty, rather than masking it. They believe in using high-quality, natural ingredients that nourish and protect the skin, without relying on artificial additives or harmful chemicals.

From the beginning, Yayani's founders were committed to making their products affordable and accessible to everyone.

 

They wanted to create a brand that offered luxury skincare products at a fraction of the cost of other high-end brands. By keeping their prices affordable, they hoped to make luxury skincare accessible to a wider audience.

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Today, Yayani is known for its high-quality skincare products that are affordable, effective, and made with natural ingredients. The brand has a loyal following of customers who appreciate the company's commitment to quality, affordability, and natural ingredients. And, of course, the brand's name and philosophy continue to be inspired by the fierce determination and unwavering commitment to beauty and justice that is embodied by the goddess Katyayani.

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