# COOLA: Cosmetics, Carlsbad, United States

> COOLA: COOLA is a clean, organic suncare brand based in the United States, founded in 2007 by Chris Birchby. Based in Carlsbad, United States. Founded 2007.

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# COOLA

COOLA is a clean, organic suncare brand based in the United States, founded in 2007 by Chris Birchby.

Funding reported Last round: Private equity

Cosmetics Carlsbad, United States

Company summary

- **Founded:** 2007 19 years old
- **Team:** 130 51 to 200 people
- **Funding reported:** $74M in dollars
- **Last round:** Private equity May 2019

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- ✓ **Listed** We know it exists and what it does
- 2 **Funding reported** A company dataset reports a raise
- 3 **Observed** A filing or a dated announcement confirms a round

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## About COOLA

COOLA is a clean, organic suncare brand based in the United States, founded in 2007 by Chris Birchby.

The company specializes in high-performance sunscreen and sun care products made with natural and organic ingredients. COOLA aims to provide effective sun protection that complements an active, outdoor lifestyle while promoting healthy skincare. The product line includes a variety of luxury sun and skincare solutions, such as hydrating, chemical-free SPF formulations for sensitive skin, makeup-setting sprays with SPF, and illuminating serum sunscreens. COOLA's offerings are designed for different body areas and lifestyles, including FACE, LIPLUX for lips, BODY, and SPORT. All products contain over 70% certified organic ingredients and are free from parabens, petroleum, PABA, and phthalates. COOLA operates a direct-to-consumer e-commerce platform, providing eco-conscious skincare solutions. The brand actively supports global skin cancer awareness initiatives and community programs, reflecting its commitment to environmental and health causes. COOLA serves individuals who prioritize clean, sustainable skincare, particularly those engaged in outdoor activities and fitness.

## What company datasets say COOLA raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all **$74M** in dollars

Rounds **1**

Last round **Private equity**

Last round size **$74M**

Last round date **May 2019**

SEC Form D **$74M sold, 1 filing, last May 2019**

## Founders and team

From the SEC filings it signed: 2 on the team.

- **Christopher J Birchby** Executive Officer, Director i
- **Eric J McCue** Executive Officer i

## The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

mineral sunscreen clean beauty sun protection cruelty-free skincare consumers broad-spectrum protection environmentally friendly manufacturing spf lip balm antioxidant skincare california lifestyle branding sunscreen digital de-stress technology high-performance spf sunscreen with plant extracts setting spray sunscreen for daily use

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- **Sector:** Cosmetics
- **Industry code:** NAICS 33911, 325620, 45612, SIC 2844, 5971
- **Region:** California
- **Revenue:** $20M a year, as listed
- **Full record:** [Every detail in the company directory](https://millionrounds.com/directory/coola)

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