Marion Caunter

Entrepreneur & Social Influencer, Hairplay Salon and MARE

Tatler Asia

More than Malaysia’s foremost style icon, Marion Caunter is leading ventures that empower individuals to embrace their best selves

Known for her impeccable style and ever-evolving fashion sense, Marion Caunter has transformed her passion into flourishing entrepreneurial ventures. As co-founder of Hairplay Salon and creator of the haircare brand Mare, Caunter has channeled her love for haircare to inspire future generations to embrace ambition with authenticity.

Her flagship product, More is More hair vitamins is designed to keep hair at its healthiest, exemplifying her commitment to holistic hair health. “My first locally grown haircare line, Mare, just turned two in July 2024 and we are slowly but surely expanding our collection and I could not be more proud of my little team.”

Caunter's journey from TV presenter to business mogul is a testament to her adaptability, popularity, and vision. Her charismatic presence, honed during her days hosting E! News Asia and ESPN, now seamlessly translates into engaging social media content for her half a million Instagram followers.

Beyond her professional achievements, family is everything to Caunter. She is passionate about empowering young girls and shares, “As a mother of two young impressionable girls, it is of utmost importance to me to raise them with the right values so that they are principled, self-aware and most importantly, (have) a strong sense of self-worth.”

This blend of personal and professional success encapsulates her life’s mission—to inspire and uplift while staying grounded in her values.

Impacted Industries


  • Fashion & Beauty

Did You Know?


When Caunter first started out as a television presenter in her early 20s, she stuck to her guns as a host refusing to conform to complaints about her ‘not being Malaysian’ enough. Fans still write to her about how they would tune into the segments she hosted to improve their English.

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