Providing vaginal-health self-tests with an app that explains indicative results
Vaginal itching, burning and unusual discharge can have several causes, making it difficult to distinguish a yeast infection from bacterial vaginosis or another imbalance. Waiting for an appointment or choosing treatment by guesswork can delay appropriate care and leave recurring symptoms unexplained.
Santelle pairs a vaginal self-test with an app that explains indicative results and helps users decide when to seek care. Available through a Swiss pharmacy pilot and online ordering, it supports checking symptoms privately and tracking changes over time.
What stands out about Santelle
Santelle launched a two-month pilot in 15 pharmacies under Galenica’s Consultation Plus framework.
Source ↗Santelle closed CHF 120,000 in angel-backed funding in August 2026 before launching its Swiss pharmacy pilot.
Source ↗Santelle introduced a CE-marked six-biomarker vaginal self-test with a ten-minute indicative result and app-guided use.
Source ↗Co-founder Axel Sabbag previously founded and led Bonfire of the Vanities from 2017 to 2020, gaining prior company-building experience.
Source ↗Santelle won the 49th INSEAD Venture Competition in December 2024, with a €35,000 grand prize for its founding project.
Source ↗Co-founder Roxanne Sabbag trained in biomedical engineering at Imperial College London and specialises in women's health.
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