Saison

What Saison does

Saison (legal entity: Saison Global, LLC) is a San Francisco-based, direct-to-consumer organic skincare brand organized around a seasonal formulation thesis: each face and body product is reformulated for Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter and targeted at one of four skin types (Normal, Oily, Dry, Mature). The product portfolio covers a four-step facial regimen (oil cleanse, double foaming cleanse, hydrate/treat, moisturize), body wash, body oil, body lotion, hand cream, gift sets, and a year-around face mask. Products are handcrafted in small batches in San Francisco, made-to-order for freshness, and packaged in reusable/recyclable vacuum bottles to limit oxidation. Ingredients are certified organic via USDA or Oregon Tilth, and the line is PETA and Leaping Bunny cruelty-free/vegan certified.

The technology stack is standard e-commerce infrastructure rather than a proprietary platform: BigCommerce storefront (saisonbeauty.com), MailChimp for email automation, and ShipStation for fulfillment. Differentiation rests on formulation choices (Korean skincare principles, Clean Beauty standards, no petrochemicals/parabens/silicones/phthalates/sulfates/synthetic fragrance) and brand storytelling rather than technical IP; no patents are documented. Distribution is primarily US-only DTC with a wholesale/reseller channel for retail partners.

Revenue is generated through one-time unit purchases (hand cream $25, body lotion $40, body oil $59) plus subscription intervals (1/2/3 months) and a $10/$10 referral program, alongside wholesale margins from retail partners. Customer segments span individual DTC consumers, professional makeup artists (documented usage on Emily Blunt and at Paris Fashion Week, Victoria's Secret, J.Crew, and GoopGlow shoots), and wholesale accounts. The company is privately held with no disclosed funding rounds, acquisitions, or institutional investors, and appears to be bootstrapped/founder-owned.

Name

Saison

Legal name

Saison Global, LLC

Website

https://saisonbeauty.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Saison is a San Francisco-based direct-to-consumer organic skincare brand that handcrafts seasonal face and body products tailored to four skin types, selling primarily through its e-commerce site to US consumers and wholesale retail partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Organic Skincare

NAICS

Soap and Cleaning Compound Manufacturing (32561), Cosmetics, Beauty Supplies, and Perfume Retailers (456120)

SIC

Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations (2844)

akta.pro primary industry

Natural/Organic & Clean Skincare (CRABAAAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Facial Skincare (Cleansers, Toners, Moisturizers) (CRABAAAA), Hand & Body Care (Lotions, Creams, Body Oils) (CRADANAC)

Keywords

• Organic skincare products
• Seasonal face care
• Body care products
• Clean beauty formulations
• Natural cosmetics

Headquarters

HQ city

San Francisco

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Direct Product Sales: Saison Beauty generates revenue through direct-to-consumer sales of their organic skincare products via their e-commerce website. Products include cleansers, moisturizers, body oils, body lotions, hand creams, and gift sets. The company also offers subscription options for recurring purchases with potential discounts.
2. Wholesale Distribution: Saison Beauty sells products through wholesale accounts to retail partners. Wholesale inquiries can be directed to [email protected].

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Saison Beauty manufactures and sells premium organic skincare products formulated specifically for each season (Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter) and skin type (Normal, Oily, Dry, Mature). The product line includes a 4-step facial regimen (cleansing oils, foaming cleansers, hydrating mists, moisturizers) plus body products (body wash, body oil, body lotion, hand cream). All products are handmade in small batches in San Francisco using certified organic plant-based ingredients, free from petrochemicals, parabens, silicones, phthalates, sulfates, and synthetic fragrances.

Product overview

Saison is a premium organic skincare brand offering seasonal-based products made by hand in San Francisco. The core product line consists of two main collections: (1) Seasonal Face Collections featuring a 4-step skincare regimen (Oil Cleanse, Double Foaming Cleanse, Hydrate and Treat, Moisturize) with products for Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter; and (2) Body Products Collection including Body Wash, Body Oil, Body Lotion, and Hand Cream in seasonal and year-around formulations. The company also offers Gift Sets and a Product Finder tool. All products are certified organic where possible, PETA-certified cruelty-free and vegan, and are made to order in small batches without harmful chemicals, petrochemicals, parabens, silicones, phthalates, sulfates, or synthetic fragrances.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Saison Seasonal Face Collections A 4-step facial skincare regimen featuring seasonal organic ingredients formulated for different seasons and skin types. Includes Oil Cleanse, Double Foaming Cleanse, Hydrate and Treat, and Moisturize steps.
• Saison Cleansing Oils Organic cleansing oils available in seasonal variants (Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter) that use the oil cleansing method to remove dirt, makeup, and excess oil without stripping skin's natural moisture barrier.
• Saison Botanical Lotion Sprays Hydrating facial mists with seasonal organic ingredients that deliver moisture and treatment benefits. Available in Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter formulations.
• Saison Moisturizers Seasonal facial moisturizers formulated with organic plant extracts. Includes Ultra Nourishing Moisturizer and Oil-Free Moisturizer variants.
• Saison Body Wash Organic body washes in Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter, and Year-Around formulations that gently cleanse skin with botanical ingredients.
• Saison Body Oil Organic body oils featuring seasonal ingredients like Camellia Oleifera, Jojoba, and Safflower oils. The Winter Body Oil is priced at $59.00 for 150ml with 99% certified organic ingredients.
• Saison Body Lotion Organic body lotions with Coconut Oil base. The Summer Body Lotion is priced at $40.00 and contains 85% certified organic ingredients.
• Saison Hand Cream Organic hand creams with Shea Butter base blended with seasonal oils. Available in Summer Hand Cream ($25.00, 88% certified organic) and Winter Hand Cream ($25.00, 89% certified organic).
• Saison Year-Around Face Mask A versatile facial mask suitable for year-round use, can be used in DIY Korean spa treatments at home.
• Saison Gift Sets Pre-curated gift sets for various occasions including The Seasons Body Oil Gift Set and The Seasons Hand Cream Gift Set.

Quantifiable outcome

• Skin absorbs up to 60% of what is applied to it
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• MailChimpcoreTechnology or IntegrationSaison Beauty uses MailChimp as their marketing automation platform. Information collected through the website, contests, and promotions may be transferred to MailChimp for processing in accordance with their Privacy Policy and Terms.
• ShipStationcoreTechnology or IntegrationSaison Beauty uses ShipStation software to help process and fulfill orders. Customer information including name, shipping address, telephone number, and order details are passed to this partner for accurate delivery of products.
• PETAcoreOthersSaison Beauty is certified Cruelty Free and Vegan by PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals).
• Leaping BunnycoreOthersSaison Beauty is certified Cruelty Free by Leaping Bunny Program, confirming no animal testing at any stage of production.
• USDA / Oregon TilthcoreOthersSaison sources certified organic ingredients through USDA or Oregon Tilth (fully accredited with USDA National Organic Program) for nearly all plant-based, active ingredients including oils and botanical waters.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Tata Harper: Luxury organic skincare brand formulated on a Vermont farm with certified organic ingredients. Closest comparable on the artisanal/handmade-in-USA + 100% organic positioning, sold DTC and through premium retail at similar premium price points.
• Ursa Major: Natural, forest-inspired skincare brand offering face and body products with clean formulations. Comparable on the natural ingredient positioning and DTC model targeting similar consumer demographics.
• OSEA Malibu: Family-run California-based clean skincare and body care brand with organic seaweed-based formulations. Directly comparable on California artisan origin, organic positioning, and body care product mix including body oils and lotions.
• Youth to the People: Clean skincare brand emphasizing superfood ingredients and sustainable sourcing, sold through DTC and Sephora. Comparable on clean beauty positioning and target demographic (millennial/Gen-Z ingredient-conscious consumers).
• True Botanicals: Non-toxic, certified organic and sustainable skincare brand based in California, sold DTC with subscription options. Highly comparable to Saison on California origin, organic certification, and DTC-plus-subscription model.
• Beautycounter: Clean beauty brand with rigorous ingredient standards and a multi-channel sales force plus DTC. Comparable on the clean beauty advocacy stance and rigorous formulation standards (no harmful chemicals).
• Herbivore Botanicals: Clean, natural skincare brand selling face and body products with botanical ingredients through DTC and Sephora. Comparable on the natural/clean positioning and DTC-led growth model, with similar price-tier products.
• Drunk Elephant: Premium clean/biocompatible skincare brand with a strong direct-to-consumer model and signature ingredient philosophies. Operates in the same premium clean beauty segment as Saison, targeting similar educated, ingredient-conscious consumers with higher price points.

Broad incumbents

• Dr. Hauschka Skin Care: Established natural/organic skincare brand with broader global distribution and a holistic skincare philosophy including rhythmic/seasonal approaches. Comparable on natural ingredient philosophy but a larger incumbent with much wider geographic reach.

Others

• L'Occitane en Provence: Global natural beauty brand with body care, skincare, and fragrance portfolio, including organic and sustainably-sourced product lines. Comparable on natural ingredient positioning and body care products, but a much larger multi-category incumbent.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/saisonbeauty
• Xx.com/SaisonBeauty
• Facebookfacebook.com/saisonbeauty

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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