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K-skin wins again as Anua touches down on Nykaa’s beauty shelf
MUMBAI: From Seoul to serum shelf, Anua the Korean skincare sensation with a minimalist soul has officially made its Indian debut, courtesy of Nykaa. With cult-favourite toners, gentle pore-cleansing oils and spot-busting serums, the brand promises skin that’s not just glowing but also grateful. Known for its “less is more” philosophy and a clean, calming approach to skincare, Anua lands as Nykaa’s latest K-beauty exclusive, reinforcing the platform’s first-mover status in bringing South Korea’s finest skin solutions to Indian beauty bags.
Whether you’re battling breakouts or just looking for balance, Anua’s star lineup brings together natural ingredients with scientific sensibility:
. Heartleaf 77 per cent Soothing Toner: Cult-favourite calming toner to soothe inflamed, sensitive skin
. Niacinamide 10 per cent + TXA 4 per cent Serum: Skin-brightening booster that targets dark spots and dullness
. Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil: Melts makeup and excess sebum without disrupting the skin barrier
. Heartleaf 77 Clear Pads: Pre-soaked toner pads that exfoliate, clarify and calm in one swipe
“We’re thrilled to introduce Anua to the Indian market through our exclusive partnership with Nykaa,” said Founders Inc. CEO Ryan Lee, brand owner of Anua. “This marks a new milestone in our global journey and we’re here not just to launch, but to build a meaningful skincare community.”
With Nykaa Beauty’s executive director & CEO Anchit Nayar calling it “clean, calming, and results-driven,” Anua joins an elite K-beauty club already represented on the platform including Dr. Jart+, COSRX, Etude, Aestura, and Laneige.
Nykaa, which first mainstreamed Korean skincare in India, continues to lead the wave, offering Anua exclusively on its website, app, and across 230 plus retail stores.
As India’s beauty buffs grow more conscious and curious about ingredients, textures and routines, Anua’s entry is a timely ode to gentler formulations that work hard without trying too hard. It’s glow time, minus the guesswork.
Brands
Jubilant FoodWorks faces Rs 47.5 crore GST demand, plans appeal
Tax authorities flag alleged misclassification of restaurant services
MUMBAI: Jubilant FoodWorks Limited has landed in a tax tussle after receiving a GST demand of Rs 47.5 crore from the office of the additional commissioner of CGST and central excise in Thane, Maharashtra.
The order, issued under the provisions of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, relates to an alleged incorrect classification of certain services under the category of restaurant services. According to the tax authorities, this classification resulted in a short payment of goods and services tax for the period between the financial years 2019-20 and 2021-22.
The demand includes Rs 47.5 crore in GST along with an equal amount as penalty, in addition to applicable interest. The order was received by the company on March 13, 2026.
In a regulatory filing to the BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited, the company said it disagrees with the order and believes its arguments were not adequately considered.
The company is preparing to challenge the decision and plans to file an appeal. It added that once the redressal process is complete, the demand is likely to be dropped.
Despite the sizeable figure attached to the notice, the company said it does not expect any material impact on its financials, operations or other activities.
The disclosure was signed by Suman Hegde, EVP and chief financial officer, who confirmed that the company received the order at 19:06 IST on March 13 and has already initiated steps to contest it.
The development places the quick service restaurant major in the middle of a tax debate that could hinge on how certain restaurant-linked services are classified under GST rules. For now, the company appears ready to take the matter from the tax office to the appeals desk.
