The wellness industry in India is undergoing a transformative shift—and leading that charge are inspiring women entrepreneurs. From ancient Ayurveda to contemporary wellness tech and women-centric coaching platforms, these trailblazers are redefining the meaning of health and empowerment for millions.
Legends of Ayurveda and Herbal Wellness
Shahnaz Husain stands as a pioneer in bringing Ayurvedic beauty and wellness to modern India. Since launching her herbal clinic in 1971, she has grown the Shahnaz Husain Group into a global brand with over 400 franchises. Honored with the Padma Shri and celebrated internationally—her journey is studied at Harvard Business School.
Similarly, Vandana Luthra, founder of VLCC, transformed wellness services starting in 1989. Today, VLCC is a dominant name across Asia and beyond. Luthra’s accolades include the Padma Shri, leadership in national skill councils, and other prestigious awards.
Modern-Day Wellness Warriors
Priya Prakash, the founder of HealthSetGo, redefined children’s wellness by embedding health assessments into schools. Recognized in Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia (2018) and awarded the Unilever Young Entrepreneur of the Year, her initiative has impacted over 80,000 students by partnering with schools, clinics, and doctors across the country.
Radhika Jhaveri, driven by her own battle with endometriosis, founded EndoHeal—India’s only internationally certified endometriosis health coach platform. Her holistic model blends functional medicine with trauma healing and has empowered over 1,000 women to manage their health with dignity and science-backed care The Times of India.
Nutrition and Wellness Innovators
Shilpi Goel, a functional medicine practitioner and founder of Nutrishilp, uses science-driven nutrition to address health issues and empower women. A decorated nutritionist, she has been named one of the Top 10 Business Leaders of 2024 and received the National Health Award (2021) and Iron Lady Award (2022).
Crafting Wellness Through Fashion and Ethics
Sheetal Agashe, leading Brihans Natural Products, merges natural ingredients with Ayurvedic wisdom. Under her leadership, the company launched eco-friendly skincare lines and earned honours like the Times Visionary Award, Femina’s Most Powerful Award, and multiple Times Women of the Year Awards.
Ada Panday is revolutionizing how women view gold—not as ornamental but as a smart financial asset. Through her initiatives, she educates women to use gold strategically, fostering long-term empowerment and financial resilience The Times of India.
Emerging Trends and Opportunities
The wellness sector isn’t just limited to traditional care—it’s also intersecting with eco-conscious products, virtual wellness coaching, and subscription models. Programs like those proposed by BYST encourage women to launch ventures in beauty, digital content, and eco-friendly products—making wellness accessible, scalable, and creative byst.org.in+1.
Why This Matters
- Diverse Industries: From Ayurveda and children’s health to nutrition coaching and mindful wealth, women are shaping every corner of wellness.
- Social Impact: Many of these businesses focus on community building, inclusivity, and addressing neglected health areas—especially those affecting women.
- Inclusion and Innovation: Across India, women’s wellness ventures are creating new narratives about what it means to thrive—blending tradition with innovation.
These trailblazers are not only redefining wellness—they’re empowering a nation. Their stories remind us that wellness is more than a product or service—it’s a movement toward health, equity, and hope.
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