Indian start-up RAS Luxury Skincare raised $5 million in funding led by Unilever Ventures with participation by Amazon's Smbhav Venture Fund.WHO: Founded in 2017 by Shubhika Jain, Suramya Jain, and Sangeeta Jain, RAS Luxury Skincare is redefining skincare in India through its in-house, vertically integrated model. From farming ingredients to conducting R&D in-house and manufacturing the final products, RAS ensures the highest degree of quality, efficacy, sustainability, and safety, benefiting customers and the planet alike.WHY: RAS will leverage the fresh capital to expand its retail footprint, focusing on exclusive brand outlets (EBOs) and shop-in-shop retail. The company currently operates two EBOs, with 50 more Pan-India EBOs planned over the next 3 years. Other investment areas include talent acquisition, R&D for new product lines, branding and marketing efforts, and technology enhancement to bolster customer experience.IN THEIR OWN WORDS: Speaking on the funding, Shubhika Jain, founder and CEO, RAS Luxury Skincare, said, “Luxury skincare in India is at an inflection point, growing faster than other sectors, with consumers increasingly valuing natural, authentic, and high-performance products. At RAS, our Farm-to-Face philosophy resonates deeply with this sentiment. With this funding, we aim to accelerate our vision of becoming India’s top luxury skincare brand while making strides toward a global presence. We remain committed to building a sustainable, high-quality business rooted in strong fundamentals, profitability, and innovation.