Dược Sĩ Tiến

What Dược Sĩ Tiến does

Dược Sĩ Tiến is a Vietnam-based skincare education and dermo-cosmetics platform operating as the personal brand of licensed pharmacist Phạm Minh Hữu Tiến, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Cần Thơ with an operational recruitment hub in Ho Chi Minh City. The company combines a content-driven educational platform — including a professional blog, active YouTube channel ("DsT Beauty Show"), Facebook community group ("skincarecungdst"), and at least four published scientific books on skin science, mesotherapy, chemical peeling, and cosmetic formulation — with a portfolio of four dermo-cosmetic sub-brands (CosmeHeal, AcneCeutics, DrCeutics, DST Ceuticals) and a fifth (Laboderm) referenced in later sources. The flagship sub-brand, CosmeHeal, is manufactured 100% in Korea under an OEM partnership and is licensed for distribution in both Vietnam and South Korea, with formulations based on regenerative-medicine principles and researched specifically for Vietnamese skin characteristics. The company also operates a Research, Application and Aesthetic Training Center that provides professional courses for spa owners and aesthetic practitioners.

The customer base spans three segments: Vietnamese skincare-conscious consumers purchasing through brand-specific e-commerce sites (cosmeheal.vn, acneceutics.vn, drceutics.vn, and the duocsitien.vn portal); spa owners and aesthetic practitioners attending the training center and reselling or recommending products in-clinic; and B2B partners such as Profa Co., Ltd. for the "Prevention of Melasma & Skin Cancer" public-health campaign. Distribution combines direct-to-consumer e-commerce, authorized pharmacy distributors (e.g., Nhà thuốc Phước Thiện in Da Nang), and reseller channels via aesthetic clinics. The go-to-market motion is community-led and content-anchored, with no disclosed external institutional investment and a sole-proprietor/personal-brand corporate structure.

The business model rests on three revenue streams: (1) one-time product sales across the proprietary cosmetics portfolio, (2) professional training and education services delivered through the aesthetic training center, and (3) one-time book sales of the founder's published dermatology titles via medical publishers. Pricing is not publicly disclosed on the main portal and varies by brand site. There is no subscription, SaaS, or licensing model in place beyond the existing Korean OEM manufacturing arrangement for CosmeHeal.

Name

Dược Sĩ Tiến

Legal name

Dược Sĩ Tiến (Individual Practitioner)

Website

https://duocsitien.vn

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Dược Sĩ Tiến is a Vietnam-based dermo-cosmetics and skincare education platform operated by pharmacist Phạm Minh Hữu Tiến, combining four proprietary cosmetic sub-brands, a professional aesthetic training center, and published dermatology books serving Vietnamese consumers, spa owners, and aesthetic practitioners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Cần Thơ

HQ country

Vietnam

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Cosmetics Brand Sales: Revenue is generated from four proprietary cosmetics brands: CosmeHeal, AcneCeutics, DrCeutics, and DST Ceuticals, sold through brand-specific websites and the main duocsitien.vn e-commerce portal. CosmeHeal is manufactured in Korea and distributed in Vietnam and Korea.
2. Professional Training & Education Programs: Dược Sĩ Tiến operates a Research, Application and Aesthetic Training Center that offers professional training courses for spa owners, aesthetic practitioners, and beauty professionals, ranging from basic to advanced aesthetic techniques.
3. Published Books: The brand publishes scientific books on skincare and dermatology, including 'Khoa học làn da' (Skin Science), 'Mỹ phẩm toàn thư' (Complete Cosmetic Encyclopedia), 'Mesotherapy', and 'Thay da hóa học' (Chemical Skin Replacement). These books serve both as educational content and revenue stream.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Dược Sĩ Tiến is a Vietnamese skincare education and cosmetics brand platform operated by pharmacist Phạm Minh Hữu Tiến, selling four proprietary derma cosmetics sub-brands (CosmeHeal, AcneCeutics, DrCeutics, DST Ceuticals) through direct-to-consumer e-commerce websites. The company also operates a Research, Application and Aesthetic Training Center providing professional courses to spa owners and beauty practitioners, and publishes scientific books on skin science, mesotherapy, chemical peels, and cosmetic formulation.

Product overview

Dược Sĩ Tiến is a skincare and dermatology education platform operated by pharmacist Phạm Minh Hữu Tiến, offering a portfolio of four derma cosmetics sub-brands (CosmeHeal, AcneCeutics, DrCeutics, and DST Ceuticals) alongside professional training services, published books on skin science and cosmetic dermatology, and educational video content. CosmeHeal is the flagship premium sub-brand, manufactured 100% in Korea and formulated specifically for Vietnamese skin, offering sunscreen (Efferglow, ShineWhite), and body care (Body Glow) product lines. The company also publishes four books including a Mesotherapy textbook (342 pages), Skin Science, Chemical Peel textbook (338 pages), and a Cosmetic Encyclopedia, all serving as educational resources for skincare professionals. The business operates as a multi-brand cosmetics distributor and professional education provider rather than a single unified software product.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CosmeHeal: Dược mỹ phẩm ưu việt xuất xứ từ Hàn Quốc, được nghiên cứu đặc hiệu cho làn da Việt Nam, phát triển bởi Dược sĩ Tiến cùng các chuyên gia tại Hàn Quốc.
• AcneCeutics
• DrCeutics
• DST Ceuticals
• Laboderm

Products and services

• CosmeHeal Premium derma cosmetics brand from Korea, developed based on regenerative medicine principles by clinical experts. Formulated for Vietnamese skin types, with products including sunscreens, brightening, and body care lines. Licensed for distribution in both Korea and Vietnam.
• AcneCeutics Derma cosmetics brand under the DST portfolio focused on acne treatment and skin care solutions for Vietnamese consumers.
• DrCeutics Derma cosmetics brand under the DST portfolio offering professional-grade skincare products developed by Dược Sĩ Tiến for Vietnamese skin.
• DST Ceuticals Derma cosmetics brand under the DST portfolio, developed by Dược sĩ Tiến and the expert team for Vietnamese skin, focused on aesthetic skincare.
• Laboderm Derma cosmetics brand under the DST portfolio of derma cosmetic products.
• Dược sĩ Tiến Research, Application & Aesthetic Training Center A professional training center founded and taught by Dược sĩ Tiến, with instruction from doctors, pharmacists, and beauty experts. Offers courses from basic to advanced aesthetic techniques to help spa owners and professionals build solid scientific foundations.
• Published Books on Dermatology (Skin Science, Mesotherapy, Chemical Peel, Cosmetic Encyclopedia) Four published scientific books covering skin science ('Khoa học làn da'), mesotherapy active ingredients in aesthetic dermatology (342 pages, Nhà xuất bản Y học), chemical peel active ingredients in aesthetic dermatology (338 pages, Nhà xuất bản Tổng hợp thành phố Hồ Chí Minh), and the cosmetic encyclopedia ('Mỹ phẩm toàn thư'). Serve as educational resources and revenue stream for skincare professionals and enthusiasts.

Quantifiable outcome

• Acne treatment results after 12 weeks: clear skin, no inflammation, balanced oil secretion, minimized pores, healthy skin (as demonstrated in clinical case studies on the result page)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Medro Medical Division (Hàn Quốc)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 November 2017On November 3, 2017, Dược sĩ Tiến signed a professional advisory and development agreement with Medro Medical Division (South Korea) for the INUS microneedle RF technology for periorbital rejuvenation. Dược sĩ Tiến serves as the professional advisor and brand ambassador for this technology in Vietnam, providing clinical expertise and training development support for the technology developed in Korea.
• Công ty TNHH ProfaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerProfa Co., Ltd. organizes the 'Prevention of Melasma & Skin Cancer' campaign across multiple Vietnamese cities, with Dược sĩ Tiến serving as Chief Expert and Goodwill Ambassador. The campaign includes charitable activities at local hospitals and educational workshops for consumers and beauty professionals.
• Zacy (Thẩm mỹ Zacy)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerThẩm mỹ Zacy is a partner in the 'Prevention of Melasma & Skin Cancer' campaign, providing consultation and direct examination services for campaign participants alongside Dược sĩ Tiến's team.
• Nhà thuốc Phước ThiệnminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNhà thuốc Phước Thiện is an authorized distributor of the Nucos product line (distributed by Profa) in Da Nang, participating in the 'Prevention of Melasma & Skin Cancer' campaign as a product distribution partner.
• Korean Cosmetic Manufacturing PartnercoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerCosmeHeal is manufactured by a Korean partner factory and developed in partnership with Korean clinical experts and Dược sĩ Tiến. The products are manufactured 100% in Korea and licensed for distribution in both Korea and Vietnam. The manufacturing facility is large-scale, fully enclosed, and equipped with modern technology.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Thorakao: Heritage Vietnamese personal care brand with broad retail distribution and a domestic manufacturing base. Comparable as a Vietnamese-headquartered consumer skincare/personal care brand, though more mass-market than DST's premium positioning.
• Cosrx: Korean skincare brand built on dermatologist-inspired formulations and a strong ingredient-education community. Comparable to CosmeHeal/DST as a science-led K-beauty brand that leverages Korean formulation credibility and online community engagement.
• Cocoon: Leading Vietnamese DTC skincare brand with a science- and ingredient-led positioning and strong digital community presence. Directly comparable to DST as a homegrown Vietnamese skincare brand competing for the same science-curious consumer via content-driven GTM.
• Paula's Choice: Skincare brand built on founder-led expertise, ingredient transparency, and education-heavy content marketing. Closely comparable to DST's authority-driven, science-content-led model, though at global rather than Vietnam scale.
• Some By Mi: Korean skincare brand built around active ingredients (notably BHA/AHA) with strong social media community engagement in Vietnam. Comparable to AcneCeutics as a targeted-condition, ingredient-led K-beauty brand.

Broad incumbents

• Eucerin: Beiersdorf-owned dermatological skincare brand with a clinical/active-ingredient focus. Competes with DST in the Vietnamese derma-cosmetics shelf space and shares the 'pharmacy-grade' brand promise.
• Obagi Medical: Physician-dispensed skincare brand with clinical/regenerative positioning and strong presence in aesthetic clinics. Comparable to DrCeutics/DST Ceuticals as a clinical-grade skincare line sold through aesthetic professionals.
• La Roche-Posay: Global dermatological skincare brand owned by L'Oréal, distributed widely in Vietnamese pharmacies and dermo-cosmetics channels. Comparable as a science-backed, pharmacist-recommended skincare brand competing for the same dermatologist-trusted positioning.
• Innisfree: AmorePacific-owned Korean skincare brand with widespread distribution across Vietnam. Comparable as a Korean-origin skincare brand competing for the same premium-import-seeking Vietnamese consumer.

Regional players

• Skincity Vietnam (Doctor Network / Hello Doctor): Vietnamese online dermatology consultation and skincare retail platform combining doctor-led advice with curated product sales. Comparable to DST's pharmacist-led, content-driven model that funnels trust from clinical authority into product purchases.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/D%C6%B0%E1%BB%A3cs%C4%A9Ti%E1%BA%BFn
• Facebookfacebook.com/duocsitien
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/duocsitien

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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