At That Good Good Inc., we believe that melanin-rich skin deserves science-backed care, not one-size-fits-all solutions. As a biotech R&D company, we merge nature-inspired ingredients with rigorous scientific research to create vulva-safe, microbiome-respecting innovations for underserved skin types. Our value lies in building equity through science, formulating with purpose, protecting with data, and empowering confidence through care.
Biotech Innovations: Melanin-Rich Skin | Investor Newsletter
Biotech for Melanin-Rich Skin | Investor Newsletter | H1 2025 (Jan–June)
From the Desk of the Founder:
This year has been transformative. That Good Good is no longer just a brand—we are a biotech company on a mission to change how melanin-rich skin is cared for, studied, and protected.
2025 Highlights
Company Milestones (Q1–Q2 2025)
Transitioned from Brand to Biotech R&D Corporation
That Good Good officially pivoted from a beauty brand to a science-first R&D company focused on melanin-rich, vulva-safe innovation.
Accepted into University Lab Partners Accelerator
Selected for the Realize Accelerator Program at University Lab Partners (UCI Research Park), providing access to mentorship, funding prep, and a full wet lab facility.
Secured Free Wet Lab Access (~$20K Value)
Awarded in-kind lab space to conduct formulation, safety, and stability testing for our microbiome-respecting product line.
Submitted NSF SBIR Phase I Proposal
Filed a $304,000 grant request to fund our exosome extraction (GGX-10™), AI-powered recovery model, and melanin-specific R&D pipeline.
Moved Manufacturing to U.S.-Based Labs
Relocated formulation and pilot production from China to U.S. partners to align with regulatory, grant, and safety goals.
Finalized MVP Formulas
Core products—including balm, wash, shaving cream, and more—are finalized and ready for small-batch production and pre-launch testing.
Secured Provisional Patent
Filed a provisional patent covering our proprietary formulation innovations and planned integration of exosome tech to protect our IP early and strengthen our commercialization strategy.
Product Innovation & Formulations
We’ve officially finalized our go-to-market lineup, a suite of science-backed, vulva-safe formulations created for melanin-rich skin and curly/coarse hair textures. Each product is grounded in consumer insights and tested for ingredient safety, pH compatibility, and real-world use cases.
Team Expansion
We’ve grown from a solo founder to a mission-aligned team of 10+ across R&D, regulatory, content, and compliance. Key hires:
- Dr. Priyal Dave, Senior Scientists, Advisor
- Dr. Veronica Donato – Senior Scientists, Advisor
- Lynette Pious – Chief Risk & Strategy Officer (Co - Founder)
- Celeste Johnson – Regulatory Compliance, Advisor
- Davonna Shahar – Lab Technician, Advisor
- Dr. Vanessa Small – Biotech Advisor
- Michael Arowolo – Bioinformatics Contractor, Advisor
- Lynda Chatman - Legal
- Ashlyn Forde - Jr Scientist, Advisor
- Vladimir , Social Media, Management
Lab, Tech & IP
- Built internal tech stack to integrate lab data with consumer insights
- Started extraction planning for GGX-10™, our exosome technology
- Launched internal data model for ingredient safety + melanin-specific testing
Funding & Grants
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NSF SBIR Phase I Submitted (pending review
- Crowdfunding funnel for Get Fresh With It + Smooth Operator launching Q4
- Pre-revenue valuation and investor materials in development
Metrics Snapshot (Q1–Q2)
| Category | Metric |
|---|---|
| Lab Access | $20K wet lab grant at UCI |
| Team Growth | 73% of critical hires completed |
| Formulations | 7 MVP products in R&D or finalized |
| Consumer Research | 30+ survey participants (melanin-rich) |
| Compliance Progress | Roadmap for FDA 21 CFR, MOCRA, ISO 22716 |
What’s Next (Q3 2025)
- Begin bench-scale testing at UCI wet lab
- Launch crowdfunding campaign for pre-sales + investment
- Start to submit samples to retailer Ulta & Target
- Finalize packaging and pre-production for Get Fresh With It
- Founder-led content campaign on social & email
💖 Why We Exist
“We’re building the biotech that melanin rich women have always deserved—intimate care that’s science-backed, safe, and trustworthy”
How You Can Support
We’re currently seeking aligned investors, strategic partners, and grant collaborators to help us:
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Scale production for our vulva-safe, melanin-forward product line
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Launch GGX-10™ extraction and data model testing
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Expand access to underrepresented markets and drive health equity
We invite you to join us. For pitch decks, term sheets, or partnership conversations, email Tyara Barnes directly at Tyara@thatgg.com.
— Tyara Barnes, Founder & CEO
That Good Good Inc. is more than a brand, it’s a movement in melanin-forward body science. Investors and allies welcome.
For pitch decks or meetings, contact: Tyara@thatgg.com