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Kriti Sanon unveils next-gen Retinal Reset Serum with HYPHEN
Mumbai: HYPHEN, a high-performance skincare brand born out of the collaboration between industry leader PEP Technologies and celebrity entrepreneur Kriti Sanon, is making waves in the personal care industry with its diverse product portfolio. Renowned for simplifying skincare routines by hyphenating the power of nature and the potency of science, HYPHEN has now introduced the Retinal Reset Serum. Marking the brand’s first launch of the year, the Serum, available in 0.05 per cent and 0.1 per cent encapsulated retinal variants, stands as an unprecedented breakthrough in the Indian skincare industry.
What sets HYPHEN’s Retinal Reset Serum apart in a world where retinol has made its mark?
HYPHEN’s Retinal Reset Serum contains encapsulated Retinal, which acts up to 30 per cent faster than regular retinol! The Serum is crafted meticulously with a unique blend of potent natural ingredients like Bakuchoil and Plant Stem Cells, along with active ingredients like Dipeptides, two per cent Squalane, 10 per cent Cica extracts, seven power cent antioxidant blend, and advanced scientific formulations to reset your skin’s clock and boost collagen production, promoting firm and radiant skin! The Serum is available in two variants, catering to both beginners and those accustomed to Retinoids:
● 0.05 per cent Retinal Cream Serum Beginner – For someone just starting their retinoid journey, this is a gentle yet lightweight, non-sticky serum that reduces fine lines, preventing any early signs of ageing while boosting collagen up to 80 per cent for firm skin, It also hydrates & soothes your skin with a high percentage of soothing natural ingredients
● 0.1 per cent Retinal Cream Serum Pro – For people who have already been using retinoids, this serum is more potent and effective! It acts rapidly on minimising fine lines, preventing any early signs of ageing while boosting collagen up to 80 per cent for firm skin. It also hydrates & soothes your skin with a high percentage of soothing natural ingredients
Having understood the pulse of the current generation, HYPHEN recognised the need to incorporate retinoids into skincare routines as early as the 20s. And acknowledging the evolving skincare needs of today’s discerning consumers, HYPHEN co-founder & chief customer officer Kriti Sanon responded to the growing demand for Retinal over Retinol with the Retinal Reset Serum. She expressed, “Using retinoids in my night routine has been a game changer for me in the past 3 years! We at HYPHEN are excited to have created the Retinal Reset Serum with 0.05 per cent & 0.1 per cent Encapsulated Retinal. Unlike traditional Retinol, Retinal acts 30 per cent faster, promising unparalleled benefits like an 80 per cent boost in collagen while firming your skin, reducing fine lines, and so much more. If you haven’t started your Retinoid journey yet, it’s never too late to hyphen it to your routine!”
HYPHEN’s products are now available in 18000 pin codes. Consumers can purchase the Retinal Reset Serum in two variants – 0.05 per cent and 0.1 per cent, on the brand’s official website and leading e-commerce platforms, including Nykaa, Amazon, and Flipkart.
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Hyundai and TVS Motor partner to develop electric three wheelers
Joint development pact targets last mile mobility with localisation push
MUMBAI: Three wheels, one big ambition and a charge towards the future. Hyundai Motor Company and TVS Motor Company have signed a joint development agreement to co-create electric three-wheelers (E3Ws), aiming to crack India’s complex last-mile mobility puzzle. The collaboration moves beyond concept talk into execution mode, building on the E3W prototype first showcased at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. The goal now is clear, design, develop and commercialise a purpose-built vehicle tailored to Indian roads, riders and realities.
Under the agreement, Hyundai will lead design and co-development, bringing its global R&D muscle and human-centric engineering approach to the table. TVS Motor, meanwhile, will anchor the product on its electric platform, leveraging deep three-wheeler expertise and local market insight. It will also handle manufacturing and sales in India, with an eye on exports down the line.
The timing is strategic. India remains the world’s largest three-wheeler market, where affordability, durability and adaptability often outweigh sheer innovation. The upcoming E3W aims to strike that balance combining advanced technology with practical features such as adaptive ground clearance for monsoon-hit roads, improved thermal management for tropical climates, and flexible interiors suited for passengers, cargo or emergency use.
A key pillar of the partnership is localisation. Major components will be sourced and manufactured within India, a move expected to strengthen the domestic supply chain, create jobs, lower costs and improve after-sales support.
The shift from prototype to production will involve rigorous testing, certification and refinement to meet regulatory standards and consumer expectations. Dedicated cross-functional teams from both companies are already in place to accelerate timelines.
At a broader level, the tie-up reflects a growing trend in mobility, global players partnering with local specialists to navigate emerging markets. For Hyundai and TVS, the bet is that combining scale with street-level insight could unlock a new chapter in sustainable urban transport, one that runs not just on electricity, but on relevance.
