Dahuer Laboratorio

What Dahuer Laboratorio does

Dahuer Laboratório LTDA is a privately held Brazilian dermocosmetics manufacturer founded in 1983 and headquartered in Camboriú, Santa Catarina. The company develops and sells sun protection and skincare products through five sub-brands: Anasol (primary sunscreen line), Hidrabene (skincare and body care), Aliviosol (after-sun), ZAZ, and Ricosol. Its product portfolio spans facial and body sunscreens with SPF ratings up to FPS 99, anti-aging treatments, acne-prone and sensitive skin formulations, sports-oriented high-performance sunscreens, body creams, cleansing gels, and serums. Proprietary formulation technology includes the Oil Regulate Complex, a mineral-particle system designed for up to 14 hours of oil control, plus UVA/UVB protection systems incorporating physical filters, reef-safe formulas, DNA repair enzymes, and light-activated molecules.

The commercial model combines direct-to-consumer e-commerce (dahuer.com.br and hidrabene.com.br), pharmacy retail partnerships including Drogarias Venancio, broader distribution through Brazilian pharmacies and retail stores, direct sales representatives for enterprise clients, and a private-label / contract manufacturing service that leverages the company's 40+ years of formulation expertise for third-party brands. The customer base is primarily Brazilian mass-market consumers across segments including general daily users, athletes, oily/acne-prone skin consumers, and mature skin consumers. Marketing is built around educational content, social media, influencer and brand ambassador partnerships (most prominently Brazilian actress Juliana Paes for Anasol), and sports sponsorships across triathlon, cycling, sailing, surfing, and tennis.

Dahuer operates the wholly-owned nonprofit Instituto Dahuer, focused on skin cancer prevention, community donations, and sustainability initiatives aligned with UN SDGs, and holds Selo Social certifications in 2024 and 2025 and three consecutive years of Great Place to Work recognition in Santa Catarina. The company recently relocated its production facility to a new site in Camboriú, indicating a new strategic phase. Dahuer Laboratório LTDA is privately held with no evidence of external venture capital or private equity investment.

Name

Dahuer Laboratorio

Legal name

Dahuer Laboratório LTDA

Website

https://dahuer.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Dahuer Laboratorio is a privately held Brazilian dermocosmetics manufacturer founded in 1983, producing sun protection and skincare products under brands Anasol and Hidrabene for the Brazilian consumer market through retail, pharmacy, e-commerce, and private label channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dermo-cosmetics

NAICS

Soap and Cleaning Compound Manufacturing (32561)

SIC

Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations (2844)

akta.pro primary industry

Sunscreen (Face) (CRABAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sunscreen (Body) (CRABAHAB), Dermocosmetics & Medical-Grade Skincare (CRABAAAF), Chemical Sun Protection (CRABAHAD)

Keywords

• Dermocosmetic manufacturing
• Sunscreen production
• Skincare products
• Sun care formulations
• Private label cosmetics

Headquarters

HQ city

Balneário Camboriú

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Consumer Sunscreen and Skincare Products: Sale of branded dermatological and cosmetic products including sunscreens, skincare, and body care through retail and online channels in Brazil.
2. Private Label / Contract Manufacturing: Third-party manufacturing services using Dahuer's 37+ years of expertise in sunscreen and skincare production. Offers private label opportunities for other brands.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Dahuer Laboratorio manufactures and sells dermo-cosmetics, sun protection products, and skincare items across five consumer brands (Anasol, Hidrabene, Aliviosol, ZAZ, Ricosol), including facial and body sunscreens, cleansing gels, body creams, body splashes, anti-aging and mature skin treatments, and after-sun care. The company also offers private label and contract manufacturing services to third-party brands using its 37+ years of formulation and production expertise.

Product overview

Dahuer Laboratorio is a Brazilian cosmetics manufacturer specializing in sun protection and skincare products. The company operates two main sub-brands: Anasol (sunscreens and sun care) and Hidrabene (dermocosmetics and skincare). The product portfolio includes daily-use sunscreens, after-sun products, facial care, body care, anti-aging treatments, and specialized lines for sports, sensitive skin, and acne-prone skin. The Anasol brand features the Todo Santo Dia line with Oil Regulate Complex technology for oil control, while Hidrabene offers cleansing gels, body creams, body splashes, and mature skin treatments. Additional brands include Aliviosol (after-sun), ZAZ, and Ricosol.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Hidrabene: Dermocosmetics brand focused on skincare, body care, hair care, and anti-aging products including cleansers, body creams, and body splashes.
• Anasol
• Aliviosol
• ZAZ
• Ricosol

Products and services

• Anasol — Sun Protection Brand Primary sunscreen and sun protection brand offering facial, body, and specialized sunscreens with various SPF levels and formulations including anti-oil, anti-acne, sensitive skin, and sport lines, targeted at Brazilian consumers.
• Hidrabene — Dermocosmetics Brand Dermocosmetics brand for skincare including facial care, body care, hair care, mature skin, and specialty products such as cleansing gels, body creams, and body splashes, for consumers across skin types and life stages.
• Aliviosol — After-Sun Care Brand After-sun care product line for soothing and hydrating skin after sun exposure, targeted at consumers seeking post-sun relief.
• ZAZ Product Line Product brand under the Dahuer portfolio covering additional personal care offerings.
• Ricosol Product Line Product brand under the Dahuer portfolio covering additional personal care offerings.
• Private Label / Contract Manufacturing B2B contract manufacturing service using Dahuer's dermocosmetic production capabilities to manufacture sunscreens and skincare products for third-party brand owners.
• Anasol Todo Santo Dia — Daily Sunscreen Line Daily-use facial sunscreen line with proprietary Oil Regulate Complex for up to 14 hours of oil control; intended for Brazilian consumers seeking everyday oil-control and UVA/UVB protection.
• AN Sport — High-Performance Sunscreen Line High-performance sunscreen line designed for athletes and outdoor activities, offering water and sweat resistance for up to 5 hours with oil-free formulas.
• Hidrabene Body Creams Line Body cream line within the Hidrabene brand delivering up to 48 hours of hydration and a velvety finish for body skincare routines.
• Hidrabene Body Splashes Line Body splash fragrance line within Hidrabene with four light, fresh scents for daily body fragrance use.
• Stick Baby e Kids Anasol FPS 75 First baby and kids sunscreen stick offering 100% physical filters, water resistance, and a hypoallergenic formula for sensitive young skin.
• AN Sport Stick FPS 75 High-performance sports sunscreen stick with FPS 75, water and sweat resistance for athletes and outdoor sports.
• Anasol Base Hidratação Multifunção FPS 75 Multifunction makeup base providing hydration and FPS 75 sun protection for daily wear.
• Anasol BB Cream Facial Antiacne FPS 30 BB cream facial product combining health and beauty benefits with anti-acne care and FPS 30 sun protection, for acne-prone consumers.
• Hidrabene Base Stick FPS 50 Multi-purpose makeup stick providing uniform coverage, oil control, and SPF 50 sun protection in a single lighter, drier formula.
• Anasol Todo Santo Dia Clareador FPS 70/90 Brightening facial sunscreen with Oil Regulate Complex and Niacinamide Complex that helps reduce and prevent spots while providing 14-hour oil control.
• Anasol Viso Antirrugas FPS 50 Anti-aging facial sunscreen with Vitamin E that protects while helping combat wrinkles and improve firmness and texture for mature skin.

Quantifiable outcome

• 14 hours of oil control
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Drogarias VenanciocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDahuer and Drogarias Venancio formed a successful partnership to expand access to high-performance skincare and sun protection products. The partnership was officially presented at an event in Rio de Janeiro, aiming to increase distribution of Anasol and Hidrabene products through the pharmacy chain.
• Instituto Melanoma BrasilminorOthersSocial responsibility partner for skin cancer awareness and prevention education. Dahuer supports the institute's mission through Instituto Dahuer initiatives.
• SESI and FIESCminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Serviço Social da Industria (SESI) and Federação das Indústrias do Estado de Santa Catarina (FIESC) for social responsibility implementation, including social programs, Fundo Social, Tampinhas do Bem, and Lacre Solidario initiatives.
• AMUCC (Amor e Uniao contra o Cancer)minorOthersCancer support organization partner of Instituto Dahuer for cancer awareness and support initiatives.
• CEPON (Centro de Pesquisas Oncologicas)minorOthersOncology research center partner for cancer research and prevention initiatives through Instituto Dahuer.
• Juliana PaescoreGTM or Marketing PartnerBrazilian actress Juliana Paes serves as brand ambassador for Anasol, promoting daily sun care and skin protection awareness. She represents the brand in marketing campaigns and content creation.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• Eurofarma (Dermogalenia, Neocate): Brazilian pharmaceutical company with dermocosmetics and skincare lines distributed through Brazilian pharmacy channels. Comparable as a Brazilian regional player with similar pharmacy distribution model.

Direct peers

• Australian Gold: Specialty sun care brand focused on high-SPF, sport, and beach sunscreen categories. Comparable product focus to Anasol's sport and daily-use sun protection lines.
• Edgewell Personal Care (Banana Boat): Owner of Banana Boat and Hawaiian Tropic sun care brands. Competes directly with Anasol in mass-market and sport sunscreen segments including family and outdoor-use products.
• Isdin: Spanish dermocosmetics company specializing in sun protection and skincare with strong presence in Latin American pharmacy channels. Directly comparable in product focus, formulation technology, and pharmacy retail strategy to Anasol and Hidrabene.
• Mantecorp Skincare: Brazilian dermocosmetics brand with portfolio spanning facial care, anti-aging, acne, and sun protection. Closely comparable product mix and Brazilian pharmacy channel strategy to Dahuer's Hidrabene and Anasol.

Broad incumbents

• Natura &Co: Major Brazilian cosmetics and personal care conglomerate (Natura, Avon, The Body Shop). Competes with Dahuer in skincare, body care, and increasingly in sun protection categories through Natura's brand portfolio.
• Beiersdorf (Nivea, Eucerin): Global personal care giant with Nivea sun care and Eucerin dermocosmetics brands that compete directly with Dahuer's Anasol and Hidrabene in Brazilian pharmacy and mass retail channels.
• Grupo Boticário: Largest Brazilian cosmetics company with broad portfolio spanning fragrance, skincare, makeup, and sun care. Competes with Dahuer in Brazilian retail and pharmacy channels across multiple price points and categories.
• L'Oréal Brasil (La Roche-Posay, Vichy): Global dermocosmetics leader with strong pharmacy-channel presence in Brazil through La Roche-Posay and Vichy. Directly competes with Hidrabene and Anasol in dermocosmetics and facial sunscreen segments.
• Johnson & Johnson (Neutrogena): Global consumer health company with Neutrogena sun care and skincare lines. Competes with Dahuer in facial sunscreen and acne-prone skin segments through Brazilian pharmacy distribution.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/institutodahuer

Compliance4 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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