Merit
MERIT is a direct-to-consumer beauty brand founded in 2021 by Katherine Power; selling a deliberately small range of minimalist makeup; skincare and fragrance essentials built around a 'no-makeup make
Funding history
About Merit
How much funding has Merit raised?
Merit has raised $20.0M in total funding.
Where is Merit headquartered?
Merit is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA.
What does Merit do?
MERIT is a direct-to-consumer beauty brand founded in 2021 by Katherine Power; selling a deliberately small range of minimalist makeup; skincare and fragrance essentials built around a 'no-makeup make
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