THE WHAT? Haut.AI, a European company at the forefront of generative AI in the beauty and skincare industry, has raised €2 million in seed funding from LongeVC and the venture capital arm of Grupo Boticário shareholders. This investment will fuel the expansion and scaling of its no-code skincare e-commerce personalisation software. Additionally, Haut.AI is focusing its research and development on multimodal generative AI for advanced skin analysis.
THE DETAILS The company, co-founded and led by CEO Anastasia Georgievskaya, has revolutionised skincare analysis through AI technology, transforming selfies into powerful diagnostic tools for online businesses, accompanied by personalised product recommendations. Haut.AI’s technology has been recognised and adopted by leading partners like Beiersdorf and Ulta Beauty. Their approach includes the use of generative AI technologies, such as Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), for high-quality synthetic data generation and the development of SkinGPT for virtual skincare try-ons. Haut.AI also emphasises the importance of ethical AI, maintaining a vast and unbiased skin imaging database.
THE WHY? Haut.AI’s efforts are not only about enhancing online cosmetics shopping but also about advancing the field of skin health through AI-driven early detection, diagnostics, and personalised care. Industry leaders and investors, such as Garri Zmudze of LongeVC and Paulo Braga of Grupo Boticário, recognise Haut.AI’s potential to reshape the future of skin wellness. With this funding and strategic partnerships, Haut.AI aims to broaden its impact, bringing advanced and equitable skin analysis technology to a global market while continuing to develop innovative products and partnerships in the skincare industry.
Aesthetic supplies USA refers to products and equipment used in the field of aesthetic medicine and cosmetic treatments that are available for purchase in the United States. These supplies encompass a wide range of items necessary for various aesthetic procedures and treatments conducted by professionals such as dermatologists, plastic surgeons, aestheticians, and other qualified practitioners.
Examples of aesthetic supplies include:
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Dermal Fillers: Injectable substances used to restore volume and reduce wrinkles.
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Botulinum Toxin (Botox): Injectables used to temporarily relax facial muscles and reduce wrinkles.
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Laser Devices: Equipment used for hair removal, skin rejuvenation, tattoo removal, and other laser treatments.
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Chemical Peels: Solutions applied to the skin to exfoliate and improve texture.
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Microdermabrasion Devices: Tools used for mechanical exfoliation to rejuvenate skin.
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Microneedling Devices: Devices that create tiny punctures in the skin to stimulate collagen production.
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Cosmeceuticals: Skincare products that contain biologically active ingredients with pharmaceutical-like benefits.
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Sterilization and Disinfection Products: Essential for maintaining hygiene and preventing infections in clinical settings.