In this episode of the DBGA podcast, host Rachel Akherraz interviews Yug Varma, founder of Phyla. Yug shares his journey from academia to entrepreneurship, highlighting his expertise in the microbiome and bio-organic chemistry. He discusses Phyla's innovative approach to acne treatment using bacteriophage technology, which selectively targets harmful bacteria while preserving beneficial microbiome diversity. Varma also addresses market trends emphasizing product performance and the importance of data in driving business decisions. He outlines Phyla's future plans to expand into retail and raise brand awareness, and highlights the mental health aspect of acne treatment and the need for resilient, focused leadership in the biotech and beauty industries.
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Website: https://phylabiotics.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phylabiotics/?hl=en
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@phylabiotics
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