After 12 gruelling weeks of madcap Apprentice action, Lord Sugar will finally crown the winning finalist on Thursday night, investing £250,000 to supercharge their business. One of the most impressive candidates throughout the entire process, could skincare obsessive Karishma Vijay take home the trophy?
The only contestant this series to win twice as project manager, with a thumping performance in week four when she was tasked with advertising bottled water, Karishma has led the pack from the very start.
The entrepreneur is seeking investment to scale her luxury, organic skincare brand, KishKin, a line of products developed after her battle with severe acne. Here’s everything you need to know about Karishma’s business and its products.
What is KishKin?
Karishma founded KishKin in 2024 after her own five-year struggle with severe acne. The entrepreneur first built a following by documenting her journey on TikTok and Instagram, sharing unfiltered images of her skin.
Developed after years of trial and error, Karishma says she tested countless products before finding a formulation that actually worked.
KishKin creates organic formulations that are designed to support sensitive and acne-prone skin. The range includes rosehip oil and caffeine-based treatments that promise to hydrate and repair the skin barrier to give people confidence, with an aloe vera-based product coming soon.
KishKin rosehip to the rescue oil
KishKin’s hero product, rosehip to the rescue, is a 100 per cent cold-pressed rosehip seed oil designed to hydrate, soothe and support acne-prone skin. Costing £34.99 for 50ml, KishKin says it’s a simple, all-in-one skincare product for repairing the skin barrier and boosting glow.
According to the brand, the oil is rich in essential fatty acids and vitamins A and C, and is formulated to help improve the appearance of scarring, pigmentation and fine lines, while also calming inflammation and balancing oil production. KishKin says it’s lightweight and fast-absorbing, making it suitable for a range of skin types, including sensitive skin. The brand recommends applying a few drops to damp skin morning and evening, either on its own or alongside a moisturiser.
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