Silasilk™: Revolutionizing Skincare Application
Silasilk™ is a skincare-tech startup founded by Dr. Robert Spalding, Dr. David Velarde, and Jasmine Viana, focused on solving hygiene, sustainability, and performance challenges in the personal care industry. Our first product is a reusable, medical-grade silicone applicator engineered for hygienic, non-absorbent application of facial cleansers and cosmetics.

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The Problem with Traditional Applicators
Current Issues
Traditional applicators (sponges, cloths, cotton rounds):
  • Trap bacteria, oils, and residues
  • Absorb and waste expensive skincare products
  • Require frequent replacement
  • Pose risks of skin irritation and microbial buildup
  • Create long-term environmental waste
Conventional applicators—such as makeup sponges, cotton pads, or microfiber cloths—are highly absorbent and porous. These materials tend to trap moisture, bacteria, oils, and product residue, turning them into breeding grounds for microbial contamination within a few uses.
Even with regular washing, residual buildup can occur, potentially irritating sensitive skin or triggering breakouts. A typical user may go through 100–300 makeup sponges or cotton pads per year, creating significant environmental waste.
Our Solution: Silasilk™ Applicator
Non-porous and naturally antimicrobial
Silicone resists bacterial colonization and is easily sterilizable with a non-porous, hydrophobic surface that repels water, oil, and contaminants.
Zero product waste
Non-absorbent surface prevents product absorption, ensuring no expensive skincare products are wasted.
Reusable for months
Easily sterilized with soap or alcohol, drastically reducing disposable waste from single-use cotton rounds or degraded foam sponges.
Skin-safe medical-grade silicone
Made from FDA-grade silicone, BPA-free, latex-free, hypoallergenic, designed with cleanroom-level sterility tolerances in mind.
Smooth, even application
Engineered texture and elasticity allow seamless spreading of serums, gels, and foundations without soaking up expensive product.
Market Opportunity & Business Model
Target Market
  • Skincare and beauty consumers (Global Beauty Market: $700B+ by 2027)
  • Dermatology and aesthetic clinics
  • Eco-conscious and zero-waste shoppers
  • Beauty influencers and wellness platforms
The beauty and skincare tools market is expected to grow to $7.7 billion globally by 2027, driven by consumer demand for hygiene, sustainability, and skincare-tech crossovers.
Business Model
  • D2C eCommerce launch with premium and pro lines
  • Clinic sales and skincare retail partnerships
  • Subscription refills (replacement applicators every 6–12 months)
  • Future expansion into licensed spa and esthetician channels
  • Potential private label licensing to existing beauty brands
Silasilk sits at the convergence of these trends, offering a scalable, clinically-informed product that appeals to both medical-grade skincare providers and beauty-conscious consumers.
Use Cases & Benefits
For Skincare
  • Ideal for use with facial cleansers, exfoliating gels, and serums
  • Allows users to apply product evenly across the skin without waste
  • Especially useful in post-procedural skincare where sterility and sensitivity are priorities
For Cosmetics
  • Compatible with cream and liquid foundations, primers, and highlighters
  • No product absorption = less waste and better pigment payoff
  • Won't flake, fray, or break down like foam or cloth
Silasilk's proprietary silicone compound offers precision application with engineered texture and elasticity that allows seamless spreading of products without soaking up expensive ingredients. A quick rinse with soap and water or an alcohol wipe restores the applicator to near-sterile condition without degradation.
Patent Information
Silasilk™ has filed a provisional patent application for its innovative silicone-based applicator technology.
Example Patent Claims:
  1. A reusable applicator comprising: a body formed of a medical-grade silicone material; a non-porous surface having a hydrophobic and oleophobic finish; at least one ergonomic contour adapted for contact with human skin; wherein said applicator is sterilizable and retains shape over repeated uses.
  1. The applicator of claim 1, wherein the surface comprises a micro-textured zone for exfoliation.
  1. The applicator of claim 1, further comprising an antimicrobial additive integrated into the silicone.
  1. The applicator of claim 1, wherein the applicator includes a storage case formed of autoclavable material.
Investment Opportunity
Seeking: $250,000 Pre-Seed Round
Use of Funds:
  • Tooling and manufacturing
  • Legal/IP protection
  • Brand marketing
  • Production and packaging of the first 100,000 Silasilk™ units
  • Marketing, distribution, and brand development
  • Operational expenses
Current Status
  • Functional prototypes completed
  • Branding and packaging in progress
  • IP and patent work underway
  • Manufacturing partners under evaluation
  • Preparing digital marketing and launch strategy
Investment Models Available:
Equity Investment
25% equity stake at $1,000,000 post-money valuation with pro-rata profit sharing and limited governance rights.
Convertible Note / SAFE
Investor puts in money as a loan or convertible instrument, which converts into equity later, typically at a discount or with a valuation cap.
Revenue Share Agreement
10% of gross revenue until 2x return is achieved ($500,000 total), typically fulfilled within the sale of first 100,000 units.
Projected ROI & Contact Information
$5.99M
Gross Revenue
From 100,000 units at $59.95 each
$5.49M
Net Revenue
Pre-tax, pre-salaries
$1.37M
Investor Share
At 25% equity ownership
Silasilk™ is not just a product—it's a platform. The reusable silicone applicator will serve as an entry point into a broader ecosystem of clean skincare, with potential for wellness memberships, dermatologist-backed skincare protocols, practitioner referral programs, and clinical collaborations.
Contact Information:
Dr. David Velarde, DPM
Co-Founder, Silasilk™
2824 Merchant Drive, Knoxville, TN 37912
David@StargateClinic.com
865-386-0337
www.Silasilk.com (Coming Soon)