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Fitspire enters into $17 bn vegan skincare market
Mumbai: Fitspire, a leading vegan and plant-based personal wellness brand, is set to disrupt the $17 billion global skincare market by launching plant-based Biotin, Collagen, and Omega products.
The entry into the category caters to the burgeoning demand for cruelty-free skin-care products in India. Besides, Fitspire aims to enhance its position as a one-stop solution for Indian consumers seeking a complete range of vegan, natural, clean, and cruelty-free products to support their fit and healthy lifestyle.
Founded by IIM Lucknow alumni Vipen Jain in 2020, Fitspire offers over 80 vegan products to promote a fit and healthy lifestyle.
Speaking on the new category launch, Fitspire Founder & CEO Vipen Jain said, “The demand for cruelty-free and eco-conscious choices is gaining momentum, and the rise of vegan beauty products has become a phenomenon. Consumers are now embracing products that are manufactured ethically. The global market is expected to touch $21.4 billion by 2027, and we expect to be a significant player globally by then.”
Industry reports suggest that the Indian vegan cosmetic market is expected to grow above 7.17 per cent CAGR from 2023 to 2028. The skincare range (biotin, collagen, and omega) is experiencing a remarkable shift towards vegan and plant-based products.
“Keeping in mind the massive growth potential, Fitspire expects to penetrate 5 percent of the market that will help boost our overall revenue by 10 percent by 2025,” Vipen added. The products will be retailed across offline stores and online marketplaces.
Fitspire was already leading the way in Health and Wellness with Impressive H1 Growth, with an extraordinary 10x growth this year. With an ambitious revenue target of Rs 300 crore over the next three years with its diverse array of vegan offerings.
Fitspire’s dedication to reaching every part of the country is evident in its current footprint across over 15,000 pin codes.
This expansive coverage guarantees accessibility to all Fitspire products, from urban to rural areas, resonating effectively with its robust customer base of one million individuals.
Brands
Abhinav Rastogi named global marketing director for YouTube Shopping
Google veteran to scale creator commerce and expand shopping across global markets
SINGAPORE: Abhinav Rastogi has stepped into a new role as global marketing director for YouTube Shopping, marking the latest chapter in a more than decade-long career at Google.
Rastogi, who took on the position in February and is based in Singapore, will lead global marketing for YouTube Shopping, a platform designed to connect creators, viewers and merchants in a single ecosystem. His remit includes expanding the service into new markets and strengthening its positioning as a growth channel for both creators and brands.
In a reflective note on the transition, Rastogi pointed to a simple but powerful idea driving the role. For years, creators have quietly built trust with audiences through consistent and authentic content, and that trust often shapes purchasing decisions. What is changing now, he said, is the infrastructure around that behaviour. YouTube Shopping aims to make it easier for viewers to discover and buy products recommended by creators they already follow.
The scale is already significant. More than half a million creators have joined the programme, with recent expansion into Japan through a partnership with Rakuten signalling further global ambitions.
Rastogi believes the future of shopping on YouTube will be driven by a blend of creators, content and communities. In his view, it is the human voice behind the screen, not just the product, that ultimately builds trust and drives discovery.
Prior to this role, he served as director of marketing, YouTube Asia Pacific, where he led regional marketing across creator engagement, brand building and reputation. During that time, he played a key role in launching and scaling YouTube Shopping across eight markets in the region.
Earlier stints at Google include group product marketing manager, consumer apps, overseeing growth for products such as Search, Maps and Assistant across India and Southeast Asia, and product marketing manager roles spanning consumer apps and YouTube, where he contributed to launches including YouTube Music, YouTube Originals and YouTube Shorts.
Rastogi began his career in consulting with Boston Consulting Group and A.T. Kearney, before moving into the technology sector. He is an alumnus of Indian Institute of Management Calcutta and Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur.
Alongside his corporate role, he is also an active angel investor, backing early-stage startups in consumer technology and electric mobility across India and Southeast Asia.
As he settles into the new role, Rastogi is betting on a future where every video can double up as a storefront, and where commerce feels less like a transaction and more like a recommendation from a trusted voice.
