Smilegate Investment, established in 1999 in Seoul, South Korea, is a venture capital and private equity firm that has actively supported the growth of over 200 companies since its inception. Originally founded as MVP Capital, the firm has organized and managed more than 30 funds, focusing on a diverse range of sectors including B2B, B2C, media, healthcare, energy, information technology, advanced manufacturing, climate technology, digital health, SaaS, artificial intelligence, big data, e-commerce, financial technology, mobile commerce, clean technology, and life sciences. Smilegate Investment aims to identify and nurture promising growth potential within these industries, contributing to the advancement of the South Korean economy.
Blimonkids has created and run its own retail platform to aid the expansion of Korean cosmetics in India. In particular, it offers a one-stop service for the introduction of Korean beauty products into India, distribution, and sales, as well as marketing and sales, through its own mall, Maccaron.
Lavim
Seed Round in 2023
Lavim aims to be a premium lifestyle platform for sensual women.
Velymonkeys
Series A in 2023
Blimonkids has created and run its own retail platform to aid the expansion of Korean cosmetics in India. In particular, it offers a one-stop service for the introduction of Korean beauty products into India, distribution, and sales, as well as marketing and sales, through its own mall, Maccaron.
Hince
Series A in 2020
Hince is a brand that specializes in offering a diverse range of personal care products, including skin, lip, eye, and face care items. The company focuses on developing mood narrative makeup products, such as lipsticks, compacts, eye shadows, and lip glosses. Hince emphasizes the use of natural and vegan ingredients in its cosmetics, appealing to consumers who seek environmentally friendly and ethically produced beauty products. By providing a wide selection of high-quality items, Hince aims to enhance individual beauty while promoting a healthier approach to makeup.
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