BeautyRival – When Iris Ventures made a multimillion-dollar minority investment in Goddess Maintenance Co., it marked more than just a deal it was the start of a new chapter in biotech beauty. Goddess is a brand built around one powerful idea: that science can protect and enhance the natural vitality of hair. Its goal is not only to make hair look good but also to keep it healthy for years to come. For Iris Ventures, known for backing purpose-driven beauty and wellness brands, Goddess represents innovation with heart. Together, they share a belief that true beauty lies in both science and care. This partnership will help Goddess grow faster, reach more professionals, and create products that merge technology with the artistry of salon styling.
The strength of Goddess lies in its founders: Denise Russell, Edward Connaghan, Lauren Vesler, and Manda Mason. Each brings unique expertise that shapes the company’s identity. Russell and Connaghan, experienced beauty investors, helped grow global brands like Olaplex and K18. Their knowledge of product innovation and business growth set a strong foundation. Meanwhile, Vesler and Mason sisters and cofounders of W Nail Bar, an Ohio-based salon chain add a practical perspective from years of working directly with clients. Together, they’ve built a company that blends science, style, and authenticity. Their shared vision is clear: to give salon professionals smarter tools and clients stronger, healthier hair through biotech innovation that delivers real, lasting results.
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Goddess is not just another beauty brand it’s creating a new category called bioprotection. This breakthrough goes beyond traditional repair products. Instead of simply fixing damage, it helps prevent it from happening in the first place. The company’s proprietary Goddess molecule strengthens the natural structure of hair and protects it from chemical and environmental stress. In essence, it builds a shield around each strand. By trademarking the term bioprotection, Goddess is leading a movement that combines beauty with biotechnology. This innovation brings a deeper kind of care one that focuses on the health and longevity of hair. For stylists and clients alike, it’s a shift from short-term fixes to long-term transformation.
To create its signature formula, Goddess worked with Bolt, a biomaterials innovation company. Together, they looked to nature for inspiration specifically to spider silk, known for its incredible strength and flexibility. The Goddess formulation mimics those properties by forming a scaffold-like structure around each hair strand. This structure penetrates the cuticle and cortex, creating protection from the inside out. Cofounder Denise Russell describes the result as a “chain mail” effect that keeps hair strong, smooth, and easier to style. The formula even helps salon finishes last longer. By combining natural inspiration with advanced science, Goddess delivers a product that transforms the hair’s texture, strength, and overall resilience in a single step.
Earlier this year, Goddess launched its first product the BioTech Blowout Leave-in Restorative Mask and it quickly gained attention. Within months, the brand established a presence in more than 100 countries, becoming a fast favorite among salon professionals. The product’s success reflects a shift in beauty trends: people now want more than instant results. They’re looking for products that restore health, not just appearance. Under the leadership of Lauren Vesler, Goddess is turning that demand into opportunity. The brand’s growth shows that innovation and accessibility can go hand in hand. By combining scientific credibility with salon expertise, Goddess is setting a new global standard for how hair care can perform and how it can feel.
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For Iris Ventures, this investment is about shared values. CEO Lauren Vesler revealed that Goddess wasn’t actively seeking investors. Yet, Iris stood out for its deep beauty knowledge, commitment to innovation, and belief in the company’s mission. The partnership came naturally. Iris has a strong record of supporting wellness-driven brands like Maurten, Olistic, Healf, and Superlativa. Each focuses on improving health and well-being. Goddess fits perfectly within that portfolio. The new funding will help accelerate product innovation, expand salon collaborations, and strengthen the company’s presence worldwide. With Iris’ guidance and global reach, Goddess now has the support it needs to grow from a promising biotech beauty startup into a global movement.
According to Montse Suarez, founder and managing partner of Iris Ventures, Goddess is “at the forefront of science-led beauty.” She believes the company is bridging the gap between hair repair and long-term maintenance. Investor Marc Calzada agrees, calling Goddess’ founders “a powerhouse of expertise and vision.” Their technology is cutting-edge, but what truly sets the brand apart is its heart. Goddess isn’t just about better hair it’s about empowering professionals and clients through knowledge, care, and confidence. The brand’s identity is magnetic because it connects science to emotion, proving that innovation can still feel human. Together, Goddess and Iris Ventures are shaping a future where beauty doesn’t just look good it lives well.
