SINGAPORE / ACCESS Newswire / February 12, 2026 / While the global beauty industry is dominated by "imported logic" from temperate climates like Korea and Japan, Singapore-based skincare brand Nano Skinz is making waves by pivoting the focus back to equatorial realities. Co-Founded by Shaylynn, a scientist with research experience at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), the brand is bridging the gap between high-level biological science and the daily environmental stressors of Southeast Asia - creating formulas designed specifically for those looking to buy skincare online in Singapore that actually works in humidity, heat, and high UV exposure.

The inspiration for Nano Skinz was born from a personal frustration. After undergoing laser treatments for pigmentation that ultimately failed to provide long-term results, Shaylynn realized that the skincare industry was over-reliant on "quick fixes" rather than sustainable, climate-specific health.

"Research trains you to question everything - how data is generated and how easily science can be oversimplified," says Shaylynn, Co-Founder of Nano Skinz. "Around 90% of the skincare on Singapore's shelves is developed for different climates. We are applying imported logic to local skin, and then wondering why pigmentation returns or breakouts flare up."

Science-First Formulation for the Tropics

Shaylynn, who holds a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biological Sciences from Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and co-authored research in the Journal of Molecular Biology, applies a rigorous scientific lens to every product.

Unlike brands that chase viral ingredient trends, Nano Skinz validates ingredients through the context of high humidity and intense UV exposure. Key innovations include:

• SpecKare® RRT: A time-release retinol complex designed to deliver doses gradually, preventing the irritation often caused by traditional retinols in high-heat environments. The technology is featured across Nano Skinz's retinol range,including its best-selling retinol cleanser.

• RayBloc®: A proprietary "tropical city shield" using marine algae and minerals to protect against UV, blue light, and urban pollution. This innovation powers their SPF 50 sunscreen, developed specifically for Southeast Asia's year-round sun exposure.

• Biolin P®: A prebiotic complex that supports the skin microbiome for those who cleanse frequently due to the tropical heat.

Building a New Table

As a woman leading in a technical, manufacturing-heavy space, Shaylynn is also passionate about redefining leadership. "I've sat in meetings where people assumed I was the assistant," she recalls. "My advice to aspiring founders is direct: Don't wait for a seat at their table; build your own. Your perspective is the missing piece of the puzzle."

About Nano Skinz

Nano Skinz is a science-first skincare brand developed in Singapore under Singapore Ecommerce Centre Pte Ltd. Launched in 2020, Nano Skinz specializes in high-performance formulas tailored for equatorial climates and Asian skin needs, translating professional dermatology into accessible daily routines. The brand is powered by a global team of over 20 specialists across marketing, digital health, and product innovation, and is part of a group that has earned more than 20 industry awards for wellness innovation and brand trust.

Every Nano Skinz formula is backed by clinical science and patented technologies, such as Raybloc® (algae-based defense against UV and blue light) and SpecKare® RRT slow- release retinol. As part of the Singapore Ecommerce Centre group - which has been featured in leading media outlets including CNA, AsiaOne, and Vanity Fair - Nano Skinz products are developed in consultation with a global medical advisory panel and produced in GMP-certified facilities. Today, the group is trusted by over 250,000 customers across Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Learn more at www.nanoskinzshop.com

Media Contact:

Name: Rachel Tan
Title: Communications Manager
Email: sg.marketing@nanoskinzshop.com
Phone: +65 31298640
Website: NanoSkinzShop.com

SOURCE: Nano Skinz