What is the SKIN app and who are Flinty Bane and Ben Barter?
SKIN App is another business which has gone on Dragons’ Den to try and secure an investment.
The aim of the beauty site is to secure your favourite products for the best price.
What is the SKIN app?
The SKIN app is an app that you can download on Apple or Android to help buy your beauty products for the best price and they’re set to appear on Dragons’ Den.
It aims to compare prices of products from all different stores to find you a bargain.
You can also discover to new products to give a go.
There are three steps to finding the best beauty buys:
- Shelf – This where you store your personal beauty favourites and upload your favourite products. You can arrange them how you like and set your morning and evening routines. The more products you add, the more price alerts you will receive.
- Social – You can connect with your friends and family on the app as well as share an recommend products. You can read reviews ahead of purchasing.
- Source – You can use the source section to discover new products as well as finding them at the best price. Here you can try out new products or stick to your favourites.
Who are Flinty Bane and Ben Barter?
Flinty Bane and Ben Barter are the founders of SKIN.
Ben is the brains behind the business side and securing partnerships.
While Flinty drives the tech and consumer side of the company.
On the website, the founders say: “We wanted to create something that reflected the needs of consumers, that prioritised the user and would serve as a reliable money-saving tool.”
The duo are often featured together on the SKIN Instagram page – with Flinty sharing videos as she demonstrates products.
SheerLuxe reported that the founders said: “SKIN isn’t just about hunting down the best bargain for your skincare – it’s also about community and sharing knowledge.
“SKIN was designed for savvy beauty shoppers, revolutionising the shopping experience by bringing the purchasing power back to the consumer.
“At the end of the day, who doesn’t want to save money on their favourite beauty buys?”
When is SKIN on Dragons Den?
SKIN is set to appear on Dragons’ Den on Thursday March 21, 2024.
The business partners appear on the show aiming to secure an investment from one or more of the Dragons.
You can watch SKIN on BBC One from 8pm or can stream afterwards on iPlayer.
Flinty and Ben will present their business to the Dragons which include Sara Davies, Peter Jones, Touker Sulleyman, Steven Bartlett and Deborah Meaden.
Special guest Emma Grede will also appear on the episode.
She is the founder of SKIMS and has starred on a few Dragons’ Den episodes ready to invest in potential successful businesses.