In a world that often demands women push through their healing quietly, Avara offers something revolutionary: space to slow down, soften, and reclaim radiance on your own terms. Founded by Dr. Dhivya R. Srinivasa, a double board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in breast cancer reconstruction, Avara is more than just a skincare brand—it's a tribute to women healing from all walks of life.
Whether recovering from cancer, navigating the emotional weight of IVF, adapting to menopause, or simply trying to find balance amid the chaos of stress or postpartum changes, Avara was created to meet women exactly where they are. Every product is clinically thoughtful, deeply soothing, and health-inclusive, designed for skin that’s been through something—and for the woman who’s still standing, still glowing, still healing.
What makes Avara unique is its philosophical blend of Western medicine and Eastern tradition. Dr. Srinivasa’s medical expertise is reflected in the careful formulation of each product—every ingredient is there for a reason, nothing is superficial. But just as important are her Ayurvedic roots, which bring a sense of holistic nourishment to each bottle and jar. This isn't skincare built only for surface-level beauty; this is skincare that understands the deeper journey.
Avara isn’t about “fixing” your skin—it’s about supporting your body’s own wisdom, gently encouraging repair and resilience. As Dr. Srinivasa says, “All women are healing.” From hormonal changes and environmental triggers to the quiet grief of invisible struggles, Avara recognizes that healing is not a straight path—and that self-care shouldn’t come with compromises.
With gratitude, medical insight, and ancestral wisdom, Avara invites you to slow down and care for yourself—not because you have to, but because you deserve to.
Dr. Srinivasa is keen on allowing women to continue feeling like themselves while undergoing strenuous treatments or circumstances. She says "I see so many women come in mid breast cancer treatment feeling lost when it comes to self care. Their doctors tell them to quit everything except vaseline because they do not have the time to vet ingredients. This is the reality for a lot of women not just going through cancer, but pregnancy, menopause IVF, and so much more. I felt it as timely as ever to introduce a vetted line of skin care products. designed for the woman who is healing (which is literally all of us)".
Almost every skin care brand pulls products pre-formulated and slaps their name on it, and that's something Dr. Srinivasa will never do. She hired a private chemist and constructed each product, ingredient by ingredient, with pure intention and extreme clarity. Each product is uniquely formulated and an amalgamous blend of western science and eastern Ayurveda. This is also how she was able to get hypochlorous acid (the ‘it girl” skin care ingredient of 2024) formulated with two forms of magnesium (the ingredient of 2025). She says "hypochlorous has not been formulated with any other actives to date. I made it happen with my background in science and chemistry". Did someone say the woman who does it all!
Avara’s initial lineup is simple, intentional, and powerful. Each product is designed to be a part of a ritual that soothes, restores, and uplifts—not just your skin, but your spirit. The first 3 products are designed to support the skin barrier function because they believe that all other skincare products (ie. retinols, AHAs, BHAs and actives) work better when the skin barrier is healed and properly functioning! Dr.Srinivasa says "first we grow, then we glow!"
A luxurious, rich moisturizer that never feels heavy, Face Restore is made for those who want deep hydration without the clogged pores. Enhanced with Avara’s proprietary AXA Complex—a botanical blend of arnica, calendula, eucalyptus, and neem—this cream is a love letter to your skin barrier. With a light eucalyptus scent and radiant finish, it’s skincare as self-care, turning your twice-daily routine into a quiet celebration.
This ultra-fine mist brings refreshment and repair in one quick spritz. Use it post-cleanse or to set your makeup—either way, it delivers lasting hydration and a glow that doesn’t quit. Designed to soothe sensitive, post-trauma skin, it’s a gentle, easy boost whenever you need it.
Fun fact: this is one of the only HCL sprays on the market that incorporates other ingredients like allantoin, 2 forms of magnesium and Tranexamic Acid.
The skin around the eyes is often the first to show signs of stress and exhaustion. Eye Reveyve addresses that with a body-heat-activated balm that melts into a restorative serum. Anti-inflammatory and deeply moisturizing, it’s perfect for fragile, compromised skin, reducing puffiness and providing long-term comfort.
