R&D Formulation
Application-specific formulation development for cosmetic systems, including trials, tuning, and validation to improve compatibility, texture, stability, and performance before commercial production.
Develop cosmetic mixing and blending systems with expert formulation support, scalable manufacturing, and protected process know-how. Distil helps brands move from lab validation to commercial production with tighter batch consistency, smoother scale-up, and ingredient compatibility tailored to personal care applications.
From formulation to scale-up, we support cosmetic blending systems built for performance, consistency, and commercial readiness.
Application-specific formulation development for cosmetic systems, including trials, tuning, and validation to improve compatibility, texture, stability, and performance before commercial production.
Specialty inputs for cosmetic blending, including mineral UV systems, cosmetic esters, and mild surfactants designed to support sensory performance, stability, and gentle cleansing applications.
Flexible production support through a trusted manufacturing network that helps cosmetic brands move from pilot batches to larger volumes with unified quality control and reduced process drift.
Integrated logistics and execution services provide a single point of contact, better visibility into batch yields, and smoother coordination from development through commercial delivery.
Structured controls, fragmented processes, and permission-based access help protect proprietary cosmetic formulations while preserving customer ownership of process and product data.
Technical support for incorporating aroma chemicals, naturals, solvents, and carriers into cosmetic systems with attention to solubilization, stability, and sensory consistency.
We begin by understanding your cosmetic application, target texture, ingredient constraints, performance goals, and production requirements so the mixing and blending system is aligned with both formulation and commercial objectives.
See how brands streamline formulation, scale-up, and supply with Distil's expert-led cosmetic systems.
We combine technical depth, scalable execution, and process control for demanding cosmetic applications.
Dedicated scientists and engineers tailor cosmetic systems for performance, stability, and application-specific requirements.
Your formulation data stays under your ownership with structured controls and permission-based access.
Asset-light manufacturing enables faster scale-up through a vetted partner network with unified quality systems.
One point of contact simplifies development, production, logistics, and commercial execution from start to finish.
Experienced leaders across R&D, operations, and personal care.
Co-founder & CEO
Atanu Agarrwal is the Co-founder and CEO of Distil, the Mumbai-based specialty chemicals platform he helped launch in 2024. An IIT Bombay alumnus, Atanu brings deep expertise as a seasoned private equity professional with significant experience managing control deals at a $1 billion New York-based fund. At Distil, he leads the company's strategic direction, investor relations, and North America expansion, having helped secure a $3 million seed round and a $7 million Series A. Atanu is committed to enabling global brands to diversify production and accelerate sustainable sourcing while protecting intellectual property. His financial acumen and global perspective are central to Distil's mission of delivering high-performance specialty chemicals engineered at scale.
Co-founder & COO
Viraj Shah is the Co-founder and COO of Distil, playing a pivotal role in shaping the company's operations and growth since its founding in 2024. An IIT Bombay alumnus, Viraj is a consummate operator with a proven track record of scaling high-growth technology and supply chain ventures. At Distil, he oversees day-to-day operations, supply chain execution, and partner network management, helping build a base of 20+ suppliers and 100+ customers within the company's first year. Viraj's hands-on expertise ensures seamless delivery from lab to commercial scale, embodying Distil's commitment to end-to-end partnership and flexible, asset-light manufacturing for global specialty chemicals clients.
Head, Personal Care
Kiro Rizk serves as Head of Personal Care at Distil, leading the company's specialty chemicals offerings for the personal care segment. With deep domain expertise in personal care formulation and application-specific chemical development, Kiro is responsible for driving customer engagement, technical solutions, and product innovation within one of Distil's core verticals. He works closely with the R&D and operations teams to ensure that brands receive tailored formulations that meet their precise performance and sustainability requirements. Kiro's industry knowledge and customer-focused approach reflect Distil's broader commitment to delivering high-performance specialty chemicals through an integrated, expert-led platform that scales reliably from development to commercial production.
Vice President, R&D
Dr. Leema Joseph is the Vice President of R&D at Distil, where she leads the company's research and development function across its specialty chemicals portfolio. With advanced academic credentials and industry expertise drawn from a team background spanning organizations such as Dow, BASF, L'Oréal, Huntsman, and Reliance Industries, Dr. Joseph oversees application-specific formulation, technical trials, and innovation pipelines for segments including personal care, advanced polymers, and flavours and fragrances. She ensures that every product is engineered to meet precise customer specifications while maintaining the highest quality standards. Dr. Joseph's scientific leadership is central to Distil's R&D-led value proposition and its mission to deliver specialty chemicals that perform at commercial scale.
Vice President, Operations
Raghunath V Iyer is the Vice President of Operations at Distil, overseeing the end-to-end execution of the company's asset-light manufacturing and supply chain model. With extensive operational experience in specialty chemicals and industrial supply chains, Raghunath ensures that production quality, batch consistency, and logistics performance meet the exacting standards of Distil's global brand customers. He manages Distil's network of 20+ manufacturing partners and coordinates seamlessly across the company's facilities in Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, and Bengaluru. Raghunath's systematic approach to eliminating process drift and enabling scalable production without capital expenditure is a cornerstone of Distil's promise to deliver high-performance specialty chemicals reliably and efficiently.
Custom mixing and blending systems for cosmetics are tailored development and production solutions designed around a product's formulation, texture, stability, and scale requirements. They can include formulation support, ingredient selection, process tuning, validation trials, and manufacturing coordination. The goal is to achieve consistent batches, reliable performance, and a smoother path from lab work to commercial production.
Speak with our team about formulation, scale-up, and supply planning.
Distil supports cosmetic development and supply needs across key Indian hubs and select international markets.
4 Key Regions
Service Areas
20+ Suppliers
Manufacturing Network
100+ Customers
Customer Base
Ask if we can support your formulation and supply requirements.
Customer-owned data with controlled access.
Built to reduce process drift.
Expert formulation and technical trials.
Share your product goals, formulation needs, and scale requirements. Our team will review your application and outline the next steps.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +91 7902 101 101. You can also send us a quick email at contact@distil.market.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +91 7902 101 101. You can also send us a quick email at contact@distil.market.