SQT

What SQT does

SQT is an Estonian skincare company founded in 2024 that develops and distributes bio-microneedling procedures and consumer skincare products built around Spongilla Spicules technology. Its offering spans professional in-salon bio-microneedling treatments administered by certified beauticians and a portfolio of at-home skincare SKUs covering acne, pigmentation, and body-treatment indications, with consumer pricing roughly in the €35-€180 range and professional kits sold to trained practitioners.

The company's technology centers on Spongilla Spicules, a bioactive natural material delivered through bio-microneedling protocols, with upstream supply secured via an exclusive partnership with Hunan Sunshine Bio-Tech. SQT controls access to its professional protocol through a beautician certification program, which gates which operators can offer the treatment and ensures consistent administration standards across the partner network.

SQT operates a dual-channel go-to-market model: a B2B professional network of 40+ certified salons across Estonia that purchases kits and delivers treatments, and a direct-to-consumer e-commerce channel selling branded at-home skincare SKUs. Revenue mechanics combine consumable replenishment from salons with retail and online sales to end consumers, supplemented by tactical commercial infrastructure such as the Montonio Finance payment-processing integration. The company is single-country (Estonia), early-stage (founded 2024), and positioned in a niche indication (including active acne inflammation) within the broader microneedling market.

Name

SQT

Legal name

SQT OÜ

Website

https://sqt.ee/

Company type

Private

Founded year

2024

Operating status

Operating

Short description

SQT is an Estonian skincare company founded in 2024 that develops bio-microneedling procedures and skincare products based on Spongilla Spicules technology, serving certified Estonian salon partners and individual consumers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Skincare and Bio-microneedling Treatments

NAICS

Cosmetics, Beauty Supplies, and Perfume Retailers (456120)

SIC

Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations (2844)

akta.pro primary industry

Dermatology OTC & Skin Health (Acne Treatments, Eczema/Psoriasis OTC, Antifungals, Wart Removal) (CRADAMAF)

Keywords

• Bio-microneedling skincare
• Professional skincare treatments
• Spongilla spicule technology
• Cosmetologist training services
• Homecare skincare products

Headquarters

HQ city

Tallinn

HQ country

Estonia

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Professional skincare products (B2B): SQT sells professional-grade treatment products (Acne/Scar Treatment, Pigment Treatment, Anti-Ageing, Nourishing sets) exclusively to certified cosmetologists who have completed SQT training. Products are sold as treatment boxes (e.g., 4 or 6 treatments per box) with bulk discount structures.
2. Consumer/homecare products (B2C e-commerce): Direct-to-consumer sales of homecare products including repair masks (50€), cleansing foam (35€), intensive restore cream (42€), body clarifying set (180€), and Anti-Aging Homecare Set (159€) via the sqt.ee e-commerce store.
3. Professional training: SQT provides practical training for beauticians on the Bio-microneedling procedure. Training costs 30€ per participant, covering theory and hands-on practice including experiencing the procedure on one's own skin.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

SQT develops and distributes the SQT Bio-microneedling procedure system, a professional skincare treatment based on natural freshwater sponge spicules (Spongilla Spicules) extracted from Spongilla Lacustris. The company sells two distinct product lines: professional-grade treatment kits (Acne/Scar, Pigment, Anti-Ageing, Nourishing, and Body Clarifying sets) restricted to certified cosmetologists who complete SQT's €30 training program, and consumer-facing homecare products (repair masks, cleansing mousse/cream, intensive restore cream, anti-aging homecare sets) sold directly through the sqt.ee e-commerce store.

Product overview

SQT is an Estonian skincare company (SQT OÜ, registry code 16924226) offering SQT Bio-Microneedling — a revolutionary skin treatment using Spongilla Spicules (freshwater sponge spicules) for non-invasive skin rejuvenation. The product portfolio is organized into two main categories: (1) Professional Treatment Sets — four types of spicule-based treatments (SQT AKNE/ARMI RAVIHOOLDUS, SQT PIGMENDIRAVI, SQT VANANEMISVASTANE, SQT TOITEV JA NIISUTAV HOOLDUS) plus body treatments, with 2.0 versions offering enhanced formulations with higher purity spicules and added active ingredients; and (2) At-Home Care Products — including SQT Anti-Aging Homecare Set, SQT INTENSIIVNE TAASTAV KREEM, SQT ADVANCED REPAIR MASK, SQT ÕRN PUHASTUSVAHT, SQT ÕRN PUHASTUSKREEM, and SQT KODUNE TAASTAV KOMPLEKT. All professional products are restricted to SQT-trained cosmeticians, while consumer products are available through the e-commerce store. The company also offers training programs (30€) for professionals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SQT Bio-mikronõelumine: The main procedure brand using Spongilla Spicules (freshwater sponge spicules) for bio-microneedling treatments. Includes acne treatment, scar treatment, pigmentation treatment, and anti-aging treatments.

Products and services

• SQT Bio-microneedling (Bio-mikronõelumine) procedure system A professional skin treatment using natural freshwater sponge spicules massaged into the skin for 5 minutes to deliver 3–5 million silicon-containing microneedles into the dermis. Performed exclusively by certified cosmetologists at partner salons. Shortens the skin renewal cycle from 28 days to 7 days with no bleeding, anesthesia, or skin perforation.
• SQT Professional Training and Certification Program A €30 practical training course for beauticians covering theory and hands-on practice of the SQT Bio-microneedling procedure, including experiencing the procedure on one's own skin. Certification is required to access the professional B2B portal and purchase professional-grade SQT products.
• SQT AKNE/ARMI RAVIHOOLDUS (Acne/Scar Resurfacing Repair Set) Professional-grade spongilla-spicule treatment set for acne, acne scars, rosacea, pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, enlarged pores, stretch marks, and dull/tired skin. Available only to SQT-certified cosmetologists via the B2B portal, with bulk-buy promotions such as buy 10 boxes get 1 free.
• SQT AKNE/ARMI RAVIHOOLDUS 2.0 (Acne/Scar Resurfacing Repair Set II) Enhanced acid-free acne and scar treatment with 99% spicule purity and added Acne-Clearing Serum combining acne-fighting ingredients with soothing agents, designed to be absorbed deeper via spicule channels.
• SQT PIGMENDIRAVI (Revitalizing Beauty Set — Pigment Treatment) Professional spongilla-spicule treatment designed for pigmentation issues, lightening skin melanin, and treating melasma. Sold only to SQT-certified cosmetologists.
• SQT PIGMENDIRAVI 2.0 (Revitalizing Beauty Set II — Pigment Treatment v2) Enhanced pigment treatment with improved spot-dispersion efficacy, increased fibronectin, brightening agents, and soothing ingredients to reduce post-procedure redness.
• SQT VANANEMISVASTANE (Anti-Ageing Rejuvenation Set) Professional spongilla-spicule anti-aging treatment with firming and lifting effects, addressing fine lines and lifting the eyebrow area. Sold only to SQT-certified cosmetologists.
• SQT TOITEV JA NIISUTAV HOOLDUS (Nourishing Hydrating Set) Professional nourishing and hydrating treatment that complements the skin's collagen matrix, restores collagen fibers, regulates sebum, restores the lipid membrane, and softens keratotic skin. Available to certified cosmetologists only.
• SQT Body Clarifying (Deep Cleansing & Restorative Body Treatment) Deep cleansing and restorative body treatment for acne and scars, with recommended retail price of €70–100 per session to clients. Each procedure kit contains 6 treatments + 6 gels (€180).
• SQT Anti-Aging Homecare Set Consumer-facing anti-aging homecare set (€159) with collagen-peptide matrix (Matrixyl 3000, Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate), bioferments (Bifida Ferment Lysate, Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment), antioxidants (Carnosine, Ginseng), and natural lipids (Shea butter, Jojoba oil, Sunflower seed wax). Sold via sqt.ee e-commerce.
• SQT INTENSIIVNE TAASTAV KREEM (Intensive Restore Cream) Fragrance-free, alcohol-free, non-comedogenic restorative cream (50ml, €42) with 4D Hyaluronic acid, Ectoine, SymCalmin, SymRelief, Ceramide CPW1.0, Squalane, and Panthenol. Suitable for post-procedure, UV damage, or sensitive/red/compromised skin. Volume discounts: 15% off for 10–19 units, 30% off for 20+ units.
• SQT ADVANCED REPAIR MASK (Parandav mask) Deep hydrating and restorative face mask (5 × 30ml, €50) with Centella Asiatica extract for healing, Beta-glucan for strengthening and protection, Ceramide NP for barrier restoration, and Sodium Hyaluronate for deep hydration.
• SQT ÕRN PUHASTUSVAHT (Gentle Cleansing Mousse) Gentle amino acid-rich cleansing mousse (100ml, €35) with Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Panthenol, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Gentiana Scabra Root Extract, and Maltitol/Maltooligosyl Glucoside. Maintains natural pH balance and strengthens protective barrier.
• SQT ÕRN PUHASTUSKREEM (Gentle Cleansing Cream) Gentle, moisturizing, non-irritating cleansing cream (100g) with 40% amino acid-based surfactants (Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate), Aquaxyl & Hydration Magnet for moisture locking, and Dipotassium Glycyrrhizinate for soothing. Maintains pH 5.5; suitable for sensitive and acne-prone skin.
• SQT KODUNE TAASTAV KOMPLEKT (Spongilla Recovery Set) At-home recovery set with soothing and nourishing effects. Improves sensitive skin, activates skin regeneration, enhances weak skin protection, and prevents melanin formation after treatment. Designed for use between professional SQT treatments.

Quantifiable outcome

• Skin renewal cycle reduced from 28 days to 7 days
• +4 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Hunan Sunshine Bio-Tech Co.Ltd.coreTechnology or IntegrationHunan Sunshine Bio-Tech is the exclusive supplier of SQT® Spongilla Spicules — the core biomicroneedle ingredient used in all SQT procedures. With 9 years of dedicated R&D and manufacturing in hydrolyzed sponge purification, they have refined each biomicroneedle to provide the highest quality spicules for the cosmetics industry. Hunan Sunshine Bio-Tech holds ISO certifications (ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001) and sources raw material from Dongjiang freshwater sponges in China.
• Montonio Finance OÜminorOthersMontonio Finance OÜ provides secure payment infrastructure for the sqt.ee e-commerce store, handling card payments including MasterCard SecureCode and Verified by Visa. Card data is entered directly into Montonio's secure server environment and not stored by SQT.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Dermaroller GmbH: Dermaroller is the original German microneedling device brand (Home Care Dermaroller, eDermaStamp) sold both to professionals and consumers. Directly comparable to SQT as a microneedling category player using a similar professional-plus-homecare distribution model.
• DermapenWorld (Dermapen 4): Global microneedling pen system used by skincare professionals in clinics and salons. Directly comparable to SQT as a professional microneedling brand delivering controlled skin-injury treatments through trained practitioners.
• Bellus Medical (SkinPen): SkinPen by Crown Aesthetics/Bellus Medical is the first FDA-cleared microneedling device, widely used by dermatologists and estheticians. Directly comparable to SQT as a regulated, professional-only microneedling brand.
• Environ Skin Care: South African professional skincare brand distributed exclusively through trained skin care therapists (the "Environ Face Mapping" and Vitamin A step-up system). Closely comparable to SQT's certification-gated beautician distribution model and professional-plus-homecare product structure.
• AlumierMD: Canadian professional skincare brand sold exclusively through licensed estheticians and skin professionals. Directly comparable to SQT in channel model — gated professional distribution plus complementary homecare product lines.
• Image Skincare: US professional skincare brand with a portfolio of in-salon treatments plus homecare products, distributed through licensed estheticians and spas. Directly comparable to SQT's professional treatment + homecare dual structure.

Broad incumbents

• Dermalogica: Global professional skincare brand owned by Unilever, distributed through skin therapists and skin centers worldwide. Comparable to SQT as a professional-channel skincare leader with broad homecare support, but at much greater scale.
• SkinCeuticals (L'Oréal): L'Oréal-owned professional skincare brand with dermatologist-backed active-ingredient formulations. Comparable to SQT as a professional-channel skincare brand, but operating at incumbent scale with broader R&D and global distribution.
• Obagi Medical: Physician-dispensed skincare brand focused on hyperpigmentation, anti-aging, and skin health — directly overlapping with SQT's pigment, melasma, and rejuvenation indications. Operates as a broader incumbent with much larger footprint.
• The Ordinary (Deciem): Deciem-owned skincare brand sold direct-to-consumer online with active-ingredient formulations (similar actives to SQT 2.0 such as niacinamide and peptides). Comparable to SQT's B2C e-commerce motion and ingredient-led positioning, but as a far larger incumbent.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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