Clear

Based in London, UK, and founded by Ahana Banerjee (CEO) in 2021, Haut Technologies Inc. doing business as Clear operates as a software development company offering a social mobile application for skincare. In December 2021, the firm raised its seed funding led by investor Y Combinator. The company through its skincare app, available on both the App Store and Google Play, simplifies the skincare routine for users of all skin types.

The company allows users to track their skincare routines, share progress pictures, and receive personalized product recommendations. The company also offers 60 seconds Discover the skin type test, to users supporting them to make informed decisions about their skincare journey. Clear also supports skincare influencers and brands. Influencers can download the app, get their ID verified, and start their skincare blog or vlog as well as promote their clear account on social media.

Influencers can also monetize their account and earn by integrating their own affiliate links to monetize product recommendations. For brands, the company partners with skincare brands, retailers, dermatologists, estheticians, and content creators, allowing them to distribute their products to Clear’s skinfluencer network in their target demographic to increase their product visibility and genuine product reviews. The firm also allows brands to manage their clear brand page like post announcements, share product launches, and major brand updates, monitor customer reviews, questions, and updates about their brands, etc.