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Small packs bring in big glam for Flipkart beauty biz

Financial Express Pune

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August 19, 2025

FLIPKART IS BETTING on smaller, affordable pack sizes of premium skincare to drive growth in its beauty and personal care vertical, as demand from Tier 2 cities and Gen Z shoppers see sharp growth.

- AYANTI BERA

By offering 10 ml face serums and 50 ml face washes at lower price points, the e-commerce major is attracting first-time beauty buyers to experiment with a new range of products without steep upfront costs. For instance, a 30 ml bottle of a face serum could easily cost upwards of ₹500-600. For this category, Flipkart is offering 10 ml bottles from brands such as Garnier, Pilgrim

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