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Meet the Team

Sahar Mansoor CEO & Founder


What do you do in your position? 

I have had diverse positions at Bare Necessities ; from making the the products in my kitchen (in the early days), shipping them out, to cleaning my mum's kitchen in the aftermath, working with stores to retail our products, to spending my weekends at pop-up markets, conducting trash talks and DIY workshops, and coding the website at nights. Today at Bare Necessities, I ideate on new projects and initiatives to make our work more inclusive, consult on zero waste and sustainability projects and work on developing our overall mission alongside this amazing team! 

What’s your favorite Bare product? 

That’s a tough one! Going to cheat and say our Bare Necessities Zero Waste Starter Kit, because it’s got everything you need to start transition to low impact living! 

Life mantra 

“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” - Mark Twain

Mehul Manjeshwar Cofounder


What do you do in your position? 

I currently oversee Operations, Finance, and Marketing as Bare Necessities scales across new markets. Leveraging prior startup experience, I focus on driving operational efficiency, managing financial planning and resource allocation, and executing strategic marketing initiatives to support growth. From streamlining supply chains to optimizing unit economics and customer engagement, my role is centered on building a resilient and agile business foundation.

What’s your favorite Bare products?

Pack of Spa Bars (4 different wonderful fragrances) - This has to be my favorite Bare product because of the creativity that goes into creating the various soaps. The smells are amazing and unique, completely different to soaps you’ll ever find elsewhere.

Life mantra  

“Come from a space of peace and you’ll find that you can deal with anything” - Michael Singer

Deepti Kharbanda CSO


What do you do in your position? 

Hey there, I'm the Sales Maestro at Bare Necessities! My mission? Discovering awesome, like-minded businesses to create magical synergies and cook up some strategic partnerships! Let's join forces and grow together in the most epic way possible! 🚀✨

What’s your favorite Bare product?

My favorite product is the Rhassoul Dazzle Spa Bar because not only does it smell divine, it works its wonder on my acne-prone skin and knowing that I am putting only pure elements on my skin is very reassuring.

 Life mantra 

My Life Mantra is to breathe in serenity and exhale chaos.

Neha Somji Marketplaces Associate


What do you do in your position? 

Hi! I am the Marketplace Associate and I make sure our brand shines on Amazon, Flipkart, and other marketplaces! A problem-solver by nature, I am always on the lookout for ways to grow our online presence and sales on these platforms. 

What’s your favorite Bare product? 

My favourite bare product is the Mason & Co x Bare Cacao Butter Lip Balm. It’s always in my purse wherever I go!

Life mantra 

Great things take a while. Take one step at a time.

Minakshi Barman Business Development Lead


What do you do in your position? 

Official title: Business Development Associate. Unofficial title: walking talking opportunity detector with a flair for charming clients.

What’s your favorite Bare product?

Dry shampoo is my ultimate Bare Necessities MVP — perfect for travel adventures and winter laziness when washing my hair feels like a full-time job. It’s my magical “good hair day” in a bottle!

 Life mantra

Eat well, sleep deep, tread light — keep Earth right.

Variyata Vyas Communications Associate


What do you do in your position? 

I am the Communications & Customer Experience Associate at Bare Necessities. I organize and coordinate internal team communications, events, and activities, and support external events such as workshops, pop-ups, and networking opportunities. I ensure smooth office operations by welcoming visitors, assisting customers, and representing the brand at public engagements.

What’s your favorite Bare product?

Hemp’ily ever after Lip Balm & the Garden of Eden Deodorant.

Life mantra 

“I can never read all the books I want; I can never be all the people I want… But I live in hope that I may be filled to the brim with all the living I can possibly do.”The Unabridged Journals of Sylvia Plath