Indē Wild Announces $3M+ Seed

Feb 17th, 2022

Jacquelyn Mueller, associate editor, Global Cosmetic Industry

The brand is currently focused on its upcoming launch in India.

Ayurveda-inspired Indē Wild has announced a more than $3 million seed, just three months after the skin care brand launched.

Previously: Mad Rabbit Receives $4M in Funding

SoGal Ventures was the lead investor for this seed round. The round was additionally supported by strategic angel investors from around the globe, 80% of whom are women.

The funds raised will be used to expand the Indē Wild team, particularly as the brand is preparing global expansion. The brand is currently focused on its upcoming launch in India.

Founder Diipa Büller-Khosla said, "I am so grateful to be sharing the news of our $3 million seed raise so quickly after launching. After our sellout success in North America and Europe, I am so excited to be bringing Indē Wild home to India this Spring...and cannot wait to reveal what we're working on next."

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