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Founded BeautyFable & Mane - The Sibling Story Behind The Modern Rebirth Of Ancient Indian Beauty ft. Nikita MehtaToday’s episode is a very special one as I’m joined by my sister, co-founder and creative visionary behind our brand, Nikita Mehta! Tune in as we discuss how we built Fable & Mane, how our tiger emblem came to be and what it’s really like working with your sibling.This is also our 100th episode of Founded Beauty and I couldn’t imagine celebrating this milestone with anyone other than Niki. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!...
2022-09-0845 minFounded BeautyShaz & Kiks - The Chemical Engineer And Corporate Strategist Reimagining Ancient Indian Rituals ft. Shaz Rajashekar & Kiku ChaudhuriSisters and co-founders of their namesake brand, Shaz Rajashekar and Kiku Chaudhuri have created a range of nourishing products inspired by generations of Indian women. Pivoting from careers as a chemical engineer and digital strategist, Shaz and Kiku ultimately returned to their roots, finding an incredible way to take age-old practices and reimagine them into a modern ecosystem for the hair and the planet. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on a...
2022-09-051h 06Founded BeautyBritish Beauty Council - The Industry Icon Who Pioneered The British Beauty Landscape ft. Millie Kendall O.B.E.Brand builder, retail expert and founder and CEO of the groundbreaking British Beauty Council, Millie Kendall O.B.E. has introduced some of the most game-changing initiatives in the industry.The British Beauty Council only launched in 2018 but is already widely recognised for the ‘return of beauty’ since the pandemic began, launching British Beauty Week last year, pushing for greater inclusivity and championing women in beauty businesses.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beau...
2022-09-011h 17Founded BeautyOurself - The Biotech And Marketing Experts Behind The Latest In Skincare ft. Lauren Otsuki & Vimla Black-GuptaLauren Otsuki and Vimla Black-Gupta are the co-founders of Ourself, the innovative brand challenging what ‘at-home’ skincare can achieve with biotechnology.With Lauren having launched five successful biotech firms and Vimla developing brands like Bobbi Brown and Equinox, Ourself has quickly become one of the most cutting-edge skincare brands and I cannot wait to share our conversation with you all. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and w...
2022-08-3047 minFounded BeautyThe Outset - The Fashion Executive Building A Vegan Skincare Brand With Scarlett Johansson ft. Kate FosterKate Foster is the co-founder and CEO of the consciously clean skincare brand, The Outset. Envisioned by her business partner, the award-winning Hollywood actress, Scarlett Johansson, The Outset is all about simple yet effective routines.With an incredible career as a fashion and beauty executive for some of the largest global brands, from Victoria’s Secret to Juicy Couture, Kate has truly channelled her passion for building customer-first brands into a mindfully designed skincare line. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who wil...
2022-08-2553 minFounded BeautyForvr Mood - The Beauty YouTuber Igniting The Wellbeing Space ft. Jackie AinaEntrepreneur, activist and content creator, Jackie Aina is also the founder of the incredible lifestyle brand, Forvr Mood. Comprising a range of fragrances in wellbeing collections, Forvr Mood is rewriting the narrative around women of colour, and providing self-care and luxury in a space that Jackie describes as a love letter to each other and ourselves.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and we release new e...
2022-08-2250 minFounded BeautyHIGHR Collective - Reimagining The Lip-Wear Category With A Higher Purpose ft. Molly HartIntroducing a range of sustainable lipsticks made for the modern conscious woman, Molly Hart is the founder of HIGHR Collective.Molly had a huge insight into clean beauty through her 15 years of experience in the industry before motherhood truly transformed her passion. Tune in as we learn all about the driving force behind her B corp-certified brand. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and we release n...
2022-08-1844 minFounded BeautyCrown Affair - Building A Mindful Hair Care Brand And Connecting Women In Business ft. Dianna CohenFounder and CEO of the haircare brand Crown Affair, Dianna Cohen is out to evolve haircare into a well-being ritual. Dianna launched Crown Affair just weeks before the pandemic began after realising the need for education and guidance around haircare - both from years of providing her friends with advice and the huge shift in the industry to beauty from home. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all podcast pl...
2022-08-151h 04Founded BeautyFloral Street - How A Beauty Industry Powerhouse Made Clean Fragrances Bloom ft. Michelle FeeneyMichelle Feeney is the founder of the British fragrance brand, Floral Street. Determined to challenge and stimulate the beauty industry with sustainable practices, Floral Street is paving the way for eco-conscious fragrance journeys.Having been at the forefront of some of the world’s largest beauty brands, from MAC at Estée Lauder Companies to St. Tropez, Michelle is truly an industry trailblazer and I cannot wait to share our conversation with you all.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will lov...
2022-08-111h 11Founded BeautyFrank Body - From Homemade Coffee Scrub To Global Phenomenon Brewing Body Positivity ft. Bree JohnsonBree Johnson is the co-founder of the Australian beauty brand, Frank Body, said to be ‘the most fun you can have in the bathroom’. Widely adored for its famous coffee body scrub, fun packaging and upfront approach to beauty, Frank Body is now a household staple.With the brand now nearing its 10th anniversary, Bree has brought a new wave of energy into championing body positivity - you won’t want to miss this conversation so make sure you tune in!If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share...
2022-08-0855 minFounded BeautyNykaa - Leading India's Biggest Beauty Retailer Into The Future Of E-Commerce ft. Anchit NayarAnchit Nayar is the CEO of E-Commerce Beauty at Nykaa, India’s biggest destination for beauty and wellness. Alongside his mother and Nykaa’s founder, Falguni, and his twin sister, Adwaita, Anchit is pioneering the future of e-commerce in South Asia.Tune in as we discuss how Nykaa has expanded to triple-digit revenue growth during the pandemic and just how Anchit has spearheaded the company’s strategy to success.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Foun...
2022-08-0453 minFounded BeautyJVN Hair - From Queer Eye's Grooming Expert To A Haircare Industry Icon ft. Jonathan Van NessHairstylist, activist, New York Times bestselling author, host of the Getting Curious podcast and star of Queer Eye, Jonathan Van Ness is now also the founder of his own haircare line, JVN Hair. Encouraging everyone to find their best ‘hair self’ with a gender-neutral and performance-driven line, JVN has been on every beauty lover’s radar and looks to propel inclusivity in the industry even further.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is avai...
2022-08-0147 minFounded BeautyHyper Skin - Pivoting From A Law Career To Representing Multiculturalism In Skincare ft. Desiree VerdejoDesiree Verdejo is the CEO and founder of Hyper Skin, a results-oriented skincare brand designed to treat dark spots for all skin tones. Seeking a solution for her own skin concerns, Desiree set out to address the major lack of diversity in the beauty space and speak directly to an under-targeted audience. Trust me when I say the hype is REAL, so make sure you tune in!If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded B...
2022-07-2848 minFounded BeautyNopalera - The Musician Behind The First High-End Mexican Botanicals Brand ft. Sandra VelasquezSandra Velasquez is the founder of Nopalera, a premium bath and body line celebrating the rich culture of Mexico. Inspired by the nopal cactus, the brand is a trailblazer in crediting Mexican producers and their valuable expertise. Nopalera is the first-ever Latinx-owned skincare brand to have launched in Nordstrom - not to mention during the pandemic too - so Sandra’s story is one you don’t want to miss!If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!
2022-07-251h 01Founded BeautyCommon Heir - The Clean Beauty Veterans Pioneering Plastic-Free Beauty ft. Cary Lin & Angela UbiasRedefining classic beauty and re-evaluating our impact on the environment, Cary Lin and Angela Ubias are the founders of the sustainable skincare brand Common Heir. Common Heir aims to eliminate waste by going plastic-free and using biodegradable formulas, seeking to treat our skin and earth as one and reimagine traditions that will be passed on to future generations. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and we re...
2022-07-2157 minFounded BeautyRéVive Skincare - Pioneering Nobel Prize-Winning Biotech Into Luxury Skincare ft. Dr. Gregory Bays Brown & Elana Drell-SzyferFounder and CEO of the high-performance brand, RéVive Skincare, Dr Gregory Bays Brown and Elana Drell-Szyfer have shaped the brand into one of the most advanced of its kind today.With Dr Brown’s expertise in plastic and reconstructive surgery and Elana’s background of senior leadership at the world’s largest beauty corporations, RéVive showcases a combined 50 years of scientific innovation in an ever-evolving beauty landscape. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded...
2022-07-181h 10Founded BeautyAlamar Cosmetics - Celebrating Latinx Culture And Making History With Disney ft. Gaby TrujilloCuban-born make-up artist Gabriela Trujillo is the founder and CEO of Alamar Cosmetics, a makeup line that pays homage to Gaby’s cultural heritage and passion for beauty.Named after the town she was born and for its meaning ‘stay close to the sea’, Alamar embodies a close connection to Latinx culture. Tune in to discover more and how Gaby’s journey led to an exciting collaboration with none other than Disney. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!
2022-07-1457 minFounded BeautyNOOCI - Bringing Traditional Chinese Medicine To Modern Beauty Routines ft. Stephanie TanFounder and CEO of NOOCI, Stephanie Tan is on a mission to modernise Traditional Chinese Medicine. NOOCI has a range of plant-based supplements rooted in centuries-old Eastern herbal wisdom, optimising health and balance for today’s generation of women on the go. From private banking to entrepreneurship, Stephanie’s story is one you don’t want to miss!If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and we release...
2022-07-1141 minFounded BeautyHello Klean - The Ultimate Shower Care Brand For Clean City Living ft. Karlee OzAs a frequent traveller and self-professed shower addict, Karlee Oz is the co-founder of Hello Klean. Their line of multi-functional shower essentials offers innovative solutions to combat hard water, which is an absolute necessity for anyone living in a city.Aiming to redefine our relationship with hard water for healthier skin and hair, Hello Klean is truly a first-of-its-kind shower care brand.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all...
2022-07-0737 minFounded BeautyMATIERE PREMIERE - The Master Perfumery Brand With Seven Generations Of Expertise ft. Aurélien Guichard, Caius von Knorring & Cédric MeiffretAurélien Guichard, Caius von Knorring and Cédric Meiffret are the co-founders of MATIERE PREMIERE, a niche perfume brand shaping natural ingredients into exceptional scents. With the marriage of Aurélien’s family legacy as longtime perfumers and Caius and Cédric’s vast experience in perfume development, MATIERE PREMIERE has truly perfected its craft, recently celebrating the release of its 10th perfume.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all po...
2022-07-041h 06Founded BeautyCENTRED - Getting To The Root Of Stress And Finding Balance In Hair Wellness ft. Laura TudorCo-founder and CEO of the award-winning haircare brand, CENTRED, Laura Tudor has set out to eradicate the effects of stress on hair, normalise scalp issues and boost confidence in women. Experiencing hair woes from working in the fashion industry for over 10 years, Laura created CENTRED upon her discovery that the route to healthy hair is both from the inside out and outside in. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on al...
2022-06-3045 minFounded BeautyHABIT - Reimagining The Suncare Category And Transforming Skincare Habits ft. Tai AdayaTai Adaya is the founder of HABIT, the sunscreen brand that recently went viral on TikTok and is elevating the category with their ‘next-gen skincare’.With the SPF industry going through a renaissance of sorts, HABIT has transformed the chore of applying skincare into a skincare ritual with hydrating face mists and botanical scents. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and we release new episodes every Monda...
2022-06-2757 minFounded BeautyTrinny London - How A British Fashion Guru Built A Global Beauty Empire In Four Years ft. Trinny WoodallWith over 25 years as a renowned fashion and makeover expert, TV presenter and bestselling author, Trinny Woodall almost needs no introduction for any fashion and beauty fans. As the founder and CEO of her own beauty brand Trinny London, she continues with her hands-on approach and shares her innate passion for taking women on a journey to their most confident selves.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all podcast p...
2022-06-2354 minFounded BeautyIgnae - Revolutionizing Biotech Beauty Using Nature As A Laboratory ft. Claire ChungCombining the latest in biotechnology and botanicals, global entrepreneur Claire Chung is the CEO and co-founder of Ignae Skincare.Ignae is powered by nature, harnessing resources from the natural habitats of the Azores region. With Claire’s two decades of experience in the luxury sector, she has truly created a transformational skincare brand with a vision of a digital-centric future.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms an...
2022-06-201h 04Founded BeautyAbsolute Collagen - How A Self-Care Experiment Led To An Award-Winning Anti-Ageing Brand ft. Maxine LacebyMaxine Laceby is the co-founder of the award-winning supplement brand, Absolute Collagen. A full-time mum with no prior business experience, Maxine discovered the huge wellness benefits of an increase in collagen and set out to research more.She found the best kind of collagen for maximum absorption and taste and Absolute Collagen is now one of the UK’s fastest-growing D2C beauty supplement brands.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is av...
2022-06-1655 minFounded BeautyThe Good Mineral - The Mathematician Taking A Grassroots Approach Into Kickstarting A Beauty Brand ft. Ego IwegbuCo-founded by sisters Ego and Natasha Iwegbu, The Good Mineral is a range of ‘makeup as skincare’, with the ethos that beauty should be easy and authentic. As a mathematics graduate of King’s College London, Ego always dreamt of starting her own business and went on to own 9 salons across the UK and South Africa before launching The Good Mineral in 2021 with a grassroots process to carefully develop their formulations. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!
2022-06-1356 minFounded BeautyTenoverten - A New Era Of Nail Care Shaped By Eco-Conscious Beauty And At-Home Rituals ft. Nadine Abramcyk & Adair IlyinskyNadine Abramcyk, Adair Ilyinsky and Jaclyn Ferber are the co-founders of tenoverten, a modern chain of nail salons and now, a curated range of hand and foot care essentials. On a mission to make luxury nail care more functional, accessible and elevated, they stand by their ‘10 commitments’ to conscious beauty and a focus on ‘less is more’ both in our physical and mental space. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all pod...
2022-06-091h 03Founded BeautyBYBI - Entering The Carbon Negative Skincare Space And Propelling The Future Of Clean Beauty ft. Elsie Rutterford & Dominika MinarovicElsie Rutterford and Dominika Minarovic are the founders of BYBI, a skincare brand on a mission to bring climate-conscious products to the masses.They marry superfood with science and formulate all products in-house with upcycled ingredients and an internal auditing system to regulate its sustainability. With a goal to become the first carbon-negative beauty brand, BYBI is truly setting the standard for the industry. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available o...
2022-06-061h 08Founded Beauty111SKIN - The Expert-Led Clinical Brand Leading Innovation In Luxury Skincare ft. Dr. Yannis & Eva AlexandridesLed by science, driven by clinical expertise and formulated for efficacy, 111SKIN was founded by the renowned Dr. Yannis Alexandrides and Eva Alexandrides. With the synergy between Dr. Yannis’ 20 years of expert surgical knowledge and Eva’s creative vision, 111SKIN is a pioneer in clinical skincare, bridging the gap between the Harley Street practice and skincare at home. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and we releas...
2022-06-0253 minFounded BeautyLuna Magic - Jumping Into The Shark Tank And Celebrating Multicultural Beauty ft. Mabel & Shaira FriasMabel and Shaira Frias are the sister founders of Luna Magic, a beauty and lifestyle brand inspired by the rich cultures and music of the Caribbean & Latin America, the hustle and bustle of New York and the glamour of Los Angeles. You might remember Mabel and Shaira from Shark Tank where they impressed the sharks with their success in retail and studied approach, an example of the combined talents they’ve fused into Luna Magic today.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who...
2022-05-301h 03Founded BeautyHello - Refreshing The Billion-Dollar Oral Care Industry With The First Naturally Friendly Brand ft. Craig DubitskyLifelong entrepreneur Craig Dubitsky is the founder of Hello Products, the world’s first ‘naturally friendly’ oral care brand. Trademarking the friendliest word he could think of - ‘hello’ - Craig is bringing personality, aesthetics AND performance to a $40 billion category. With Hello now hailed by Inc. as being one of the best places to work, Craig has put a smile on the face of the beauty industry and redefined the ‘personal’ in personal care. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too...
2022-05-261h 23Founded BeautyTrue Botanicals - Sourcing Regenerative Ingredients And Accelerating A Mission Of Non-Toxic Beauty ft. Hillary PetersonFounder of the luxury skincare brand True Botanicals, Hillary Peterson is an industry trailblazer, on a mission to deliver clean beauty without the risk of exposure to toxins.After being diagnosed with thyroid cancer, Hillary took a serious look into how she could better support her health and set out to create True Botanicals as the world’s first-ever ‘made-safe’ certified skincare brand, using only the most potent and pure plant actives. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!
2022-05-2350 minFounded BeautyDERMAFLASH - The Broker Turned Entrepreneur Reinventing A New Beauty Category ft. Dara LevyWhen Dara Levy pivoted from her career as a broker to owner of a med-spa, where she first created DERMAFLASH, she transformed the demand for the treatment and its results into a more accessible service.DERMAFLASH is the first-ever at-home dermaplaning device, disrupting the skincare industry and cementing Dara as a leading force in beauty. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and we release new episodes e...
2022-05-1944 minFounded BeautyAromatherapy Associates - Putting Sustainability First In A Fast-Growing Wellness Economy ft Anna TealAnna Teal is the global CEO of award-winning brand Aromatherapy Associates, leading the home spa and wellness space. Founded upon the holistic practice of using natural oils to enhance wellbeing, Anna has enhanced the brand even further into a sensory journey.With over 20 years in the beauty industry, Anna has created new capsule collections of treatments, igniting conversations on the growing importance of aromatherapy. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available o...
2022-05-1654 minFounded BeautyCarbon Theory - Marking The Return Of The Bar Soap And Reviving Cult Favorite Ingredients ft. Philip TaylorCarbon Theory is a breakthrough skincare line founded by Philip Taylor, who started crafting his product range from his kitchen sink. Forbes-featured and customer-driven, Carbon Theory is hailed for its bestselling Charcoal & Tea Tree Oil Breakout Control Cleansing Bar. With the ethos of performance first, Carbon Theory is a brand on the rise and Philip’s journey is one you’ll want to know all about.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is av...
2022-05-1251 minFounded BeautyVIEVE - Building A Cult Social Media Following And Shifting The Beauty Vertical ft. Jamie GenevieveHarnessing her love for beauty into a hugely successful YouTube channel, Jamie Genevieve is the founder of VIEVE. VIEVE is an inclusive line that is 100% vegan and cruelty-free, guided by Jamie’s loyal social media following, and has made makeup more accessible.Named in homage to her name and for its meaning - ‘full of life’ - VIEVE was created with passion and expression in mind, making this one unique story you don’t want to miss!If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who...
2022-05-091h 08Founded BeautyColor Wow & John Frieda - The Business Mogul Behind Haircare's Most Iconic Products ft. Gail FedericiFounder and CEO of Colour Wow and co-founder of John Frieda, Gail Federici is the mastermind behind some of the industry’s most iconic haircare products. A range of products that optimise the health of colour-treated hair, Color Wow is the first of its kind. With her sharp eye for recognising and understanding the need for such products, Gail is truly a pioneer in problem-solving haircare.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is...
2022-05-051h 04Founded BeautyKORA Organics - The Supermodel Entrepreneur Elevating Organic Skincare And Growing A Legacy Brand ft. Miranda KerrBusinesswoman, supermodel and mother of three, Miranda Kerr is the founder and CEO of KORA Organics, a leading global brand in certified organic skincare. Miranda launched the brand in 2009, working closely with chemists to develop formulations rooted in microbiology and aromatherapy.Stay tuned as we learn more about Miranda’s wellness rituals, passion for nutrition and how she built her very own empire. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all...
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Founded BeautyWhen Life Gives You Lemons - Developing A Digital Database To Power Your Beauty Brand ft. Nita SederholmDesigned for acne and backed by data, When Life Gives You Lemons is a skincare and makeup brand founded by Nita Sederholm that is bridging the gap between the two spheres.When Nita built Cocoon, a piece of research technology to understand the kind of products needed for specific skin types, she quickly discovered a large gap in the market and her brand was born. As she says; ‘life may give you lemons, but we can make lemonade out of them’. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share...
2022-04-2848 minFounded BeautyLe Mini Macaron - Raising The DIY Game With At-Home Gel Manicures And Operating A Global Business ft. Christina KaoChristina Kao is the co-founder of Le Mini Macaron, an indie beauty brand focusing on making gel manicures easy and fun to DIY at home.With a portable kit that includes a patented macaron LED lamp that is designed for everyone to use, Le Mini Macaron has launched in over 30 markets, now has over 100 shades in the range and shows no signs of slowing down. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is a...
2022-04-251h 26Founded BeautyEvereden - From Wall Street Banker To Beauty Entrepreneur Leading Multi-Generational Skincare ft. Kimberley HoInvestment banker turned entrepreneur, Kimberley Ho is the founder of Evereden, a natural skincare brand dedicated to creating the safest skincare for both children and the whole family.A Forbes 30 Under 30 lister, Kimberley leads Evereden with her team of ‘moms in medicine’ and is setting the standard for scientifically-backed and plant-based skincare for the most vulnerable skin.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and we release new...
2022-04-2156 minFounded BeautyUrban Skin Rx - Communicating Social Justice Through Skincare And Working With Women Of Color ft. Rachel RoffRachel Roff is the founder and CEO of Urban Skin Rx, a clinical-strength skincare brand for all skin tones, bringing inclusivity to the clinical skincare industry.After treating thousands of clients at her medical spa during her 20 years as a licensed aesthetician, Rachel created her own brand to provide both services and education focused on common skincare conditions related to melanin-rich skin.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all...
2022-04-1950 minFounded BeautyARTAH - The Journey Of A Fitness CEO And Nutritionist To An Entrepreneur And Wellness Coach ft. Rhian StephensonWith her industry experience as a nutritionist, naturopath and CEO of Psycle for 7 years, Rhian Stephenson is a wellness guru with a mission to transform health with her company, ARTAH. Centred on the importance of nutrition and a wellness lifestyle, ARTAH encompasses everything from supplements and meal plans to workshops and retreats. For more on how Rhian has cultivated a community mindset shift, stay tuned.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is a...
2022-04-1456 minFounded BeautyAQUIS & K18 Hair - The Re-Emergence Of High-Tech Hair Care And Mastering The Art Of TikTok ft. Britta CoxBritta Cox is the founder of AQUIS, the brand behind the first hair towel to quickly dry and protect hair and K18 Hair, a patented line of molecular hair science. With a passion for a simplistic approach to beauty, and determination to make haircare more effective and accessible, Britta, together with her husband and business partner, Suveen, has created two lines of products that completely rethink haircare.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded B...
2022-04-1158 minFounded BeautySaint Jane Beauty - Harnessing The Power Of Active Florals And Honouring Women Through Luxury Beauty ft. Casey GeorgesonCasey Georgeson is the founder of Saint Jane Beauty, a luxury beauty line comprised of potent botanicals to combat the most troubling skin issues. Named in honour of the real-life saint from the 1500s who was known for her incredible healing properties, Saint Jane not only uses centuries-old, plant-based ingredients but also supports causes towards empowering young women.Today, discover how Casey merges skincare chic with holistic mindfulness in the world of Saint Jane.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will...
2022-04-0458 minFounded BeautyBouclème - Redefining Curly Hair, Choosing Slow Growth And Self-Funding A Business ft. Michele Scott-LynchCurl expert Michele Scott-Lynch is the founder of Bouclème, the ultimate in plant-powered beauty for curly hair. Michele has created a revolutionary range of haircare products tailored specifically for curls, kinks and coils; one of the first of its kind to specifically meet the needs of its consumer base. Stay tuned for more on how Michele has empowered a whole community to embrace their most authentic selves.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Fo...
2022-03-2846 minFounded BeautyFor Them - The Brand Pioneering Queer Wellness And Co-Designing Products With Their Community ft. Chloe FreemanChloe Freeman is the founder of For Them, a brand filling the wellness gap in the industry and providing members of the queer community with a range of products that make them feel authentically themselves in their own bodies. Ultimately what Chloe has created for a community is something that everyone deserves and I’m so excited to sit down with them today to learn more about what’s in store ‘for them’! If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!
2022-03-2145 minFounded BeautyAurelia London - Bringing Probiotics To Mainstream Skincare And Evolving A Heritage Brand ft. Antonia KnoxAurelia London, founded by Claire Vero, is a brand comprising skincare, body care and supplements which harnesses the power of probiotics to deliver transformational results. As Head of Brand, Antonia Knox is both a brand expert and spokesperson for Aurelia, driving the brand into the future of science-led skincare. Stay tuned to learn more from one of the experts behind it all.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all p...
2022-03-1449 minFounded BeautyStratia - Bootstrapping A Side Hustle Into A Multi-Million Dollar Skincare Brand ft. Alli ReedMixing her passion for chemistry with her love of skincare, Alli Reed is the founder of Stratia, a skincare brand built upon her own meticulous research into the simplest and most effective ingredients.Alli was driven by her scientific curiosity into just how skincare works, joining skincare forums and exploring ceramides, which has truly enabled Stratia to flourish. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and we r...
2022-03-0741 minFounded BeautyBlack Girl Sunscreen - Disrupting The Suncare Industry And Empowering People Of Color ft. Shontay LundyFounded by Shontay Lundy, Black Girl Sunscreen is a sunscreen brand that caters specifically for people of color. Underwhelmed by the lack of sunscreen options for dark skin tones, Shontay began her journey in search of the perfect formula. Black Girl Sunscreen was the solution, eliminating any visible white residues on the skin and empowering black people to feel free and confident in the sun, knowing their skin was protected and nourished, just as Shontay had envisioned.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you k...
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Founded BeautyHerbivore Botanicals - From Selling Soaps On Etsy To Becoming A Best-Selling Brand At Sephora ft. Alex KummerowAlex Kummerow is the co-founder of the covetable skincare brand, Herbivore Botanicals. From creating a soap-making kit 10 years ago in their Seattle kitchen to a bestselling brand in Sephora, Herbivore has set a new standard of beauty. Thoughtfully designed with a distinctly minimal, ‘Instagrammable’ aesthetic, Herbivore is also acclaimed for its formulation with the finest active ingredients for a truly sensorial skincare experience.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all p...
2022-02-2146 min
Founded BeautyAnastasia Beverly Hills - The Brow Brand That Became A Billion-Dollar Beauty Empire ft. Anastasia SoarePowerhouse entrepreneur Anastasia Soare is the founder, CEO and creative visionary behind Anastasia Beverly Hills. She is both the driving force behind the patented method to find symmetry and balance in brows and the pioneer of the ‘brow revolution’ that’s taken over the beauty world. Continuing to define many major beauty trends today, Anastasia has built a beauty empire.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and we...
2022-02-141h 09
Founded BeautyIndē Wild - Celebrating Motherhood, Building A Conscious Ecosystem And Representing Indian Beauty ft. Diipa Büller-KhoslaDiipa Büller-Khosla is the founder of Indē Wild, a conscious beauty brand that showcases the art of ‘Ayurvedistry’, a blend of Ayurveda and chemistry.With an empowering mission to celebrate the beauty of womanhood and South Asian culture, Diipa understood the space in the market to build Indē Wild. So, inspired by the heart and soul of her heritage, Indē Wild incorporates the world’s oldest holistic science into today’s beautyscape.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!
2022-02-0741 min
Founded BeautySelfless By Hyram - Pioneering Skincare Using Earth-Conscious Ingredients And Impacting Positive Change ft. HyramFrom YouTube sensation to TikTok star, Hyram has built a cult following of skincare and beauty lovers eager to learn more about what they’re using on their skin. He has launched his own affordable skincare line, Selfless by Hyram, centered around simple and effective ingredients to maintain skin health. In collaboration with The INKEY List, Selfless by Hyram remains true to the skinfluencer himself; unflinchingly honest and mindfully created. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!
2022-01-3147 min
Founded BeautyMakeup By Mario - Mastering A New Era Of Beauty With Viral Trends And Purposeful Makeup ft. Mario DedivanovicOne of the most acclaimed and influential makeup artists in the world, Mario Dedivanovic has launched his very own brand, Makeup By Mario. From his artistry behind Kim Kardashian’s most iconic looks to his sellout Masterclass series, Mario has built a huge loyal following of around 10 million followers on Instagram, eager to learn from the best. He has also popularized some of today’s best-known techniques in beauty, which has forever altered the beauty landscape.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who w...
2022-01-241h 16
Founded BeautyRael - Raising The Standards Of Feminine Care With Leading K-Beauty Science ft. Yanghee PaikMade for women, by women. Rael was co-founded by Yanghee Paik, who is on a mission to provide clean, sustainable and thoughtfully designed holistic personal care products for women. Rael ranges from organic, natural period care to skincare and personal hygiene products, quickly becoming the go-to brand for anyone searching for clean and effective solutions to their personal care needs. I’m so excited to sit down with Yanghee today to discuss just how Rael continues to empower women with better products.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with an...
2022-01-1753 min
Founded BeautyROWSE - Elevating Plant-Based Beauty And Channelling Mindfulness From People To Planet ft. Nuria Val & Gabriela SalordROWSE is a collection of elevated plant-based beauty with a purpose. Infusing organic, vegan and cruelty-free ingredients into daily life, founders Nuria Val and Gabriela Salord have created ROWSE with a dedication to celebrating the harmony between people and our planet. They collaborate with a purpose-driven community worldwide, encouraging exploration into the endless wonders of nature, and enabling creativity with adapting beauty routines. Tune in for a conversation you can’t miss!If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too...
2022-01-1050 min
Founded BeautyAAVRANI - Reimagining Ancient Indian Beauty Rituals With Modern Science ft. Rooshy RoyGrowing up as a first-generation American with Indian heritage, Rooshy Roy has embodied her cultural duality into skincare brand, AAVRANI. Combining her grandmother's Ayurvedic beauty secrets with clinically-proven, natural ingredients, Rooshy has brought the essence of ancient Indian rituals into everyday life. The perfect harmony between beauty and wellness, AAVRANI is a brand you'll want to know all about!If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and w...
2022-01-0354 min
Founded BeautyMAKE Beauty - Rebuilding A Cult Favorite Brand With A Creative Eye To The Future ft. Carrie BarberLeveraging her passion and expertise as a highly sought-after creative director to help build some of the biggest beauty brands and retailers, Carrie Barber has set her visionary eye upon MAKE Beauty. MAKE is a makeup and skincare line designed for creative expression and with a cult following already in line, Carrie has relaunched the brand with a lean into modern science. I can’t wait for you all today to hear more about Carrie’s vision for the future of MAKE and her journey evolving as an entrepreneur. If you enjoyed this episo...
2021-12-2754 min
Founded BeautyThe INKEY List - A New Generation Of Skincare Tailoring Your Beauty Routines ft. Colette Laxton & Mark CurryBorn from the belief that knowledge is power and driven by the commitment to guide their ever-growing community, Colette Laxton and Mark Curry founded The INKEY List. This is the ultimate transparent, efficacious and affordable skincare brand comprised of staple ingredients that have truly empowered customers to customize their skincare routines and I am so excited to share this episode with you all today!If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available o...
2021-12-201h 03
Founded BeautyLATHER - Elevating Aromatherapy And Cultivating A Wellness Lifestyle For Over 20 Years ft. Emilie HoytWith over 20 years of working in wellness, aromatherapy and beauty, Emilie Davidson Hoyt channelled her passion for personal care into her company, LATHER. Carbon-neutral, naturally fragranced with essential oils and focused on sustainability, Emilie has created a truly pioneering brand in the immersion of aromatherapy in the ‘clean beauty’ movement.Tune in for more on just how she did it!If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all p...
2021-12-1350 min
Founded BeautySol de Janeiro - Celebrating Brazilian Beauty, Practicing Meditation And Creating Work-Life Boundaries ft. Heela YangHeela Yang is the CEO & co-founder of a brand I’m sure many of you have already stocked in your beauty wardrobe - Sol de Janeiro! Famed for their Brazilian Bum Bum Cream, Sol de Janeiro is a brand influenced by the self-love and body positivity so embedded in the Brazilian mindset couldn’t have come at a more perfect time. I absolutely can’t wait to share more about Heela’s journey so let’s get into it!If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you...
2021-12-0659 min
Founded BeautyEllis Brooklyn - Taking A Side Hustle Full-Time And Pushing For Sustainable Fragrances ft. Bee ShapiroFounded by The New York Times beauty columnist and chic mom, Bee Shapiro, Ellis Brooklyn is a fragrance and body care line instantly recognizable for its multi-layered, sensory aromas. It’s no mean feat balancing such an influential business with motherhood and journalism and yet somehow, Bee Shapiro manages to do it all. Keep listening to hear more!If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and we rel...
2021-11-291h 02
Founded BeautyHUM Nutrition - Revolutionizing Inner Beauty And Empowering Consumers With Knowledge ft. Walter FaulstrohWalter Faulstroh, CEO and co-founder of HUM Nutrition, has created cutting-edge products developed with leading experts in nutrition. Born out of a personal wellness journey, Walter quickly understood the vital connection between a healthy gut and skin, inspiring his business mindset that knowledge is power. With a mantra that health should be engaging, accessible and fun, this is one you’ve got to hear!If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on a...
2021-11-2249 min
Founded BeautyGLAMGLOW - The Award-Winning Skincare Brand That Took Hollywood By Storm ft. Shannon NuquesCo-founder of the multi-award-winning, prestige skincare brand GLAMGLOW, Shannon Nuques began her journey in search of the perfect skincare product for a few friends in Hollywood. Since then, GLAMGLOW has taken the world by storm and is now globally recognised for its fast-acting and innovative skincare staples. This is a story you don’t want to miss!If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and we release new episodes every Mo...
2021-11-1557 min
Founded BeautyOlaplex - The Brand Shaping Prestige Beauty And Making Haircare History ft. Danielle FrankFrom hairstylist to spokesperson for Olaplex, one of the largest global hair care brands today, it’s my pleasure to sit down today with Danielle Frank. Today, we discuss just how Olaplex built its way to the top through the eyes of someone who was there, right from the start. Stay tuned!If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe, and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and we release new episodes every Monday so be sure to fo...
2021-11-0854 min
Founded BeautyNette - Lighting The Way To A Clean And Sustainable Standard Of Home Fragrance ft. Carol HanCarol Han is on a mission to shake up the beauty industry with her clean and sustainable candle company, NETTE. A brand focused on sustainable practices, natural ingredients and transparency when it comes to exactly what ‘clean’ beauty means, NETTE is one of the first of its kind in the world of home fragrances. I’m so excited to sit down today with Carol and discuss this incredible beginning to a new era in beauty. Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and we release new episodes every Monday so be sure to follo...
2021-11-0143 min
Founded BeautyRanavat - Honoring Cultural Roots With Modern Alchemy And Ayurveda ft. Michelle RanavatMichelle Ranavat is the founder and CEO of the modern Ayurvedic skin and haircare brand, Ranavat. As a fellow beauty brand founder of Indian heritage, I was so excited to learn that Ranavat began as a way to express and treasure Michelle’s Indian heritage, just as Fable & Mane did for me and my sister. This is a journey you have to hear!If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it too!Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms an...
2021-10-251h 05
Founded BeautyWander Beauty - Multitasking, Clean Beauty Essentials Inspired By Travel And The Modern Woman ft. Divya GugnaniDivya Gugnani is the co-founder of Wander Beauty, a brand that creates multitasking, clean beauty essentials, perfect for when you’re on the go. Each product is enriched with ingredients that work with your skin, which has quickly grown Wander into an award-winning brand, beloved by celebrities, influencers and editors alike.As a Harvard Business grad with an established career in investment banking, Divya’s journey to becoming a beauty entrepreneur is one I can’t wait to share with you all!If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and sh...
2021-10-1843 min
Founded BeautyDaniel Martin - The Iconic Makeup Artist Bridging The Gap Between Cosmetics And SkincareWith a career spanning over 20 years in the beauty industry, Daniel Martin is undoubtedly one of the most prolific makeup artists of today. As the Global Director of Artistry and Education at Tatcha, Daniel is also leading the way with bridging the gap between skincare and cosmetics. From being a featured makeup artist in the likes of Vogue, and Harper’s Bazaar, to creating the wedding day look for the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, Daniel’s story is one you cannot miss!If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subsc...
2021-10-1154 min
Founded BeautyMonday Born - Building A Loyal Beauty Community And Driving Sustainable Consumerism ft. Teni PanosianActress, YouTuber and beauty influencer turned beauty entrepreneur, Teni Panosian, is the founder of Monday Born; a sustainable, luxury skincare brand that operates on a drop model, only manufacturing as many products as consumers demand. Evolving with the consumer and supported by a community of beauty enthusiasts, I believe Monday Born is a truly innovative company like no other and I can’t wait for you all to hear Teni’s story today.If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure you like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who will love it to...
2021-10-0450 min
Founded BeautyYouth To The People - Powered By Superfoods, Perfected By Science And Inspired By Family ft. Greg Gonzalez & Joe CloyesCo-founders and cousins, Greg Gonzalez and Joe Cloyes, spent their childhood immersed in their grandmother’s esthetics company and launched their brand to continue their family legacy. Greg and Joe have built the ultimate superfood beauty brand, featuring clean formulas that are unisex, recyclable, vegan, and free of animal testing and harsh chemicals. Youth To The People not only has these incredible, award-winning formulations and products, but a story that will inspire many.I hope you enjoy this episode and please don’t forget to like, subscribe and share with anyone you know who w...
2021-09-3054 min
Founded BeautyOmorovicza - Harnessing The Power Of Heritage And Beauty Into A Global Brand ft. Margaret De Heinrich De OmoroviczaInspired by Hungary’s incredible beauty heritage, Margaret de Heinrich de Omorovicza founded her luxury skincare brand Omorovicza in 2006 and has truly taken the beauty world by storm. Omorovicza harnesses the healing powers of the ancient thermal baths of Hungary to enrich the skin with natural minerals that can be easily absorbed.It’s the ultimate harmony of wellness and beauty, which is why Omorovicza is recognised in prestigious spas and retail worldwide, with Margaret behind some of the most coveted spa experiences at the Four Seasons. I can’t wait for you all to uncover Margar...
2021-09-2747 min
Founded BeautyTAHNYC - Redefining Clean Beauty For A New Era In Skincare ft. Irene BarskyIrene Barsky is the driving force behind TAHNYC; a conscious, clean and peptide-powered skincare line created with replenishing ingredients to activate the skin’s natural functions. When Irene developed an unexpected allergy to parabens, the idea for filler-free skincare sparked and TAHNYC was born. With a strong belief in the harmony of dermal wellness and dermal science, TAHNYC is firmly rooted in clean yet powerful ingredients to promote healthy skin. Irene is on a mission to help others learn to love their skin and today we discuss how she created a brand that does just that, alo...
2021-09-2343 min
Founded BeautyWestman Atelier - Championing Consciously Crafted Beauty And Practicing Mindfulness In Business ft. Gucci WestmanCelebrated make-up artist, cosmetic designer and now founder of the world-renowned clean beauty line, Westman Atelier, Gucci Westman is an industry veteran. Today I sit down with Gucci to discuss her unique journey, from being raised in a Kundalini ashram to rising to Global Artistic Director at Revlon.We discuss how she grew to become one of the most highly sought-after celebrity make-up artists in addition to building her very own beauty empire. I can’t wait for you all to hear this conversation. If you enjoyed listening, please subscribe and share with anyone you know wi...
2021-09-201h 04
Founded BeautyBubble - The Skincare Brand That's Breaking TikTok, Building A Gen Z Community And Modernising Retail ft. Shai EisenmanShai Eisenman is the founder and CEO of Bubble, a skincare brand that is revolutionising the world of teenage skincare. With formulas backed by dermatologists, rooted in plants and perfected by science, Bubble has quickly become a Gen-Z-favourite.From going viral on TikTok to enlisting the help of thousands of teenagers to design the perfect product for teenage skin, Shai has created a truly unique brand - affordable, effective and fun. I’m so excited for you to hear her story today and hope you come away feeling as inspired as I did.If...
2021-09-1641 min
Founded BeautyCult Beauty - Creating A Leading Global Beauty Destination And Transforming Online Retail ft. Alexia IngeIn today’s episode, you’ll hear the story of how Cult Beauty grew from a start-up to one of the biggest beauty retailers in the UK. Alexia Inge co-founded Cult Beauty as a passionate, but frustrated beauty consumer, tired of being oversold products. These negative customer experiences drove her to make Cult Beauty the most ‘trusted’ beauty retailer in the world. Cult Beauty is known globally as THE place to find the ultimate hero products and trends the world of beauty has to offer so if you haven't already, you need this site saved to your book...
2021-09-1355 min
Founded BeautyROSEN Skincare - Redefining Beauty Standards And Leading A New Era Of Acne Treatment ft. Jamika MartinJamika Martin is the founder of ROSEN Skincare, a clean beauty brand for people with acne-prone skin. After years of dealing with her own skin journey and seeing a lacklustre selection in the market, Jamika began formulating her own products while studying Business Economics at UCLA. A Forbes 30 Under 30 industry trailblazer on a mission, you can’t miss this episode. Stay tuned!Today I’m sitting down with Jamika to discuss her passion for building thoughtful and meaningful brands while finding balance and taking time for yourself. I truly hope you enjoy it and if you do...
2021-09-0943 min
Founded BeautyFreck Beauty - Inventing The World’s First Freckle Cosmetic And Celebrating Individuality ft. Remi BrixtonWhat began as a life-long obsession with freckles developed into years of research into creating the ‘perfect’ freckle. Remi Brixton found that there was no company that made what she was looking for, so she created it herself. Now CEO and founder of Freck Beauty, Remi has transformed the beautyscape, driving a movement of trailblazers with nothing less than a ride-or-die attitude towards originality.What was once an industry that was inclined to cover up freckles is now a community of make-up artists, celebrities, influencers and TikTokers alike, eager to experiment with self-expression. There’s no doubt...
2021-09-0653 min
Founded BeautyKorres - How A Chemical Engineer Built A Greek Beauty Empire With Cutting-Edge Science ft. Lena KorresIn today’s episode, you are going to learn about how Lena Korres combined Greek tradition with cutting-edge science to create a brand that is bringing Greek beauty to the world.We hear the story about how she went from chemical engineer to beauty entrepreneur and how she built Korres, a natural beauty brand that combines some of nature's most powerful ingredients to deliver innovative skincare solutions. I hope you will enjoy this episode of Founded Beauty and if you do, please share it with a friend who you think will love it too...
2021-09-0252 min
Founded BeautyAllies Of Skin & PSA - Creating Two Global Skincare Brands In Just 5 Years ft. Nicolas TravisAfter battling with acne-prone skin, Nicolas decided to take matters into his own hands. With a background in biomedical and pharmaceutical science, he was always fascinated with how the skin works as an organ. That curiosity led him to eventually launch, not just one, but TWO best-selling global skincare brands rooted in research and science. Today, I sit down with him to learn about his journey from biomedical sciences to advertising to beauty and how he took learnings from all three industries to create two successful skincare brands in just 5 years. Founded Beauty is...
2021-08-3052 min
Founded BeautyFur - Embracing Your Natural Beauty And Breaking Taboos Around Body Hair ft. Laura Schubert & Lillian TungChildhood best friends turned co-founders. Today, I sit down with Laura Schubert and Lillian Tung of Fur to learn about how they set out to create one of the first clean, mission-based body care companies that is spearheading the new and inclusive era of embracing body hair. We discuss how they work together while still remaining best friends, their journey on Shark Tank and how the idea of Fur came to be. Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and we release new episodes every Monday and Thursday so be sure to fol...
2021-08-2646 min
Founded BeautyHoliFrog - From Representing Top Beauty Brands To Creating Her Very Own ft. Emily ParrFirst, she helped brands like Summer Fridays, Drunk Elephant and Briogeo stand out with her own PR agency. Now, she is building her own beauty brand HoliFrog. Emily Parr’s journey is so inspiring with a unique perspective from both sides of brand building.We discuss the moments in her life that inspired her to start her situational skincare brand, her passion for holistic wellness, and how she balanced Poke PR and HoliFrog. Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and we release new episodes every Monday and Thursday so be sure to...
2021-08-2356 min
Founded BeautyValdé Beauty - How Former Sephora Chief Merchant Is Redefining Luxury Beauty ft. Margarita ArriagadaLipstick innovator, former chief merchant of Sephora, and a champion of women’s entrepreneurship, Margarita can do it all. Today, we talk about how her mother inspired her to create her top-of-the-line lipstick brand and how she continues to carry on her legacy through Valdé Beauty. We discuss her mother's immigration from Peru to Los Angeles, launching during the pandemic, and how she got her products into the hands of world-renowned A-listers. Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and we release new episodes every Monday and Thursday so be sure to follo...
2021-08-1958 min
Founded BeautyHero Cosmetics - Finding The Right Time To Seek Investment For Record-Breaking Sales ft. Ju RhyuJu started in the world of corporate, working for DTC brands like Kraft, American Express, and Samsung. After a few years, she decided to leave that world to start Hero Cosmetics, a brand revolutionizing the world of acne care. It all started with the Mighty Patch, which changed the way people looked at acne. Today. We hear about how Ju built an acne care 2.0 consumer brand to break down social barriers and how she continues to bring new innovative products to the acne market. I hope you will enjoy this episode of Founded Be...
2021-08-1640 min
Founded BeautyThe 7 Virtues - Merging Social Enterprise And Beauty To Build A Mission-Driven Brand ft. Barb StegemannThis is one of my favorite episodes to date and it's with the one and only Barb Stegemann— mother, activist, keynote speaker and CEO founder of a mission-driven fragrance company, The 7 Virtues. Today, we talk about how her experience in Haiti inspired her to create a brand that is truly founded on the principle of giving back. Today Barb has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Most Powerful Women in Canada and her brand is taking over the market including the likes of Sephora. I hope you will enjoy this...
2021-08-121h 03
Founded BeautyNudestix - Building A Beauty Empire And Proving Age Is Just A Number ft. Taylor FrankelWhen Taylor Frankel was 17, she was already heading her own beauty empire as the co-founder of Nudestix, an easy-to-use makeup brand that is perfect for getting that nude glam on the go. Today, we sit down to talk about how she did it all alongside her mother Jenny Frankel and sister Ally Frankel. We discuss what it’s like working with family, starting at a young age and embracing the ever-changing digital landscape.I hope you will enjoy this episode of Founded Beauty and if you do, please like, share and leave a revi...
2021-08-0945 min
Founded BeautyKulfi Beauty - Celebrating South Asian Culture And Championing Inclusive Beauty ft. Priyanka GanjooIntroducing Priyanka Ganjoo the founder of the iconic South-Asian beauty brand celebrating culture and representation, Kulfi Beauty. I sit down with Priyanka to learn about how she built Kulfi and how she used her learnings from corporate to start a brand that champions culture and self-expression. We discuss how to handle criticism when pursuing your passion, the investment journey and the importance of sharing your truth, and how to build a network in the industry. I hope you will enjoy this episode of Founded Beauty and if you do, please share it with a...
2021-08-0551 min
Founded BeautyIrene Forte Skincare - From Working In The Family Business To Creating Her Own Namesake Brand ft. Irene ForteI sit down with skincare expert and hotel heiress, Irene Forte, the founder of Irene Forte skincare that brings the 'Mediterranean diet to skincare.'We hear the story about how she left her family business in Italy to start Irene Forte Skincare, one of the leading clean and natural skincare brands, how her love for health and wellness inspired her brand and so much more. I hope you will enjoy this episode of Founded Beauty and if you do, please share it with a friend who you think will love it too.
2021-08-0253 min
Founded BeautyDae Hair - From Influencer To Serial Entrepreneur With A Mission For Clean Beauty ft. Amber Fillerup ClarkContent creator turned CEO, Amber Fillerup-Clark started her blog The Barefoot Blonde in 2010. Nearly 10 years later, she has more than a million followers on Instagram and, not just one, but two haircare brands- Dae Hair and BFB Hair. Today, we sit down to talk about the journey of being a content creator while building both brands and balancing motherhood.I hope you will enjoy this episode of Founded Beauty and if you do, please like, share and leave a review! Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and we re...
2021-07-2949 min
Founded BeautyPeach & Lily - Bringing K-Beauty To The West And Transforming The Retail Landscape ft. Alicia YoonIntroducing Alicia Yoon: Korean skincare expert and the founder of Peach & Lily. Today, I sit down with her to hear about how she built her acclaimed skincare collection and brand that has helped make Korean beauty the phenomenon it is in the U.S. today. We discuss her journey as a Harvard Business School graduate to WWD's 25 Most Innovative Beauty Executives list. I hope you will enjoy this episode of Founded Beauty and if you do, please share it with a friend who you think will love it too.
2021-07-261h 08
Founded BeautyBumble And Bumble - Disrupting The Salon Industry And Pioneering Haircare ft. Michael GordonHe is a rebel in the world of hair and the founder of the incredible Bumble and bumble. Michael Gordon reimagined the traditional hair salon in 1977 with his first New York establishment on 57th street, where he fostered a culture by bringing his downtown crowd uptown-- mixing artists and aristocrats, mothers and students. Under Micheal’s direction, Bumble and bumble became an incubator for talent and a blueprint for the modern hair salon. Today, I sit down with him to talk about his inspiring journey about how he pursued all his passions - from beauty to pro...
2021-07-2230 min
Founded BeautyTower 28 Beauty - Cleaning Up Clean Beauty And Celebrating Sensitive Skin ft. Amy LiuAmy Liu was destined to be one of the rising beauty entrepreneurs today when she set out to create a one-of-a-kind makeup product that people with sensitive skin would feel good about. Today, I sit down with her to discuss how she created Tower 28, which has become the go-to makeup brand known for its clean formulas and colorful packaging. In this episode, we discuss how her chronic battle with eczema inspired her to build her own brand, moving beyond clean beauty and setting new standards for brands to come. I hope you will en...
2021-07-1954 min
Founded BeautyAdwoa Beauty - From Hairdressing To Creating A Prestige Textured Haircare Brand ft. Julian AddoStarting in the world of hair care when she was only 14 years old, Julian Addo is a champion for non-toxic, gender-neutral, and multi-cultural hair textures. Today, we talk about how she immigrated to the U.S., befriended one of the top hairstylists in the industry, and launched Adwoa Beauty in Sephora. I loved talking to Julian about her story and I hope you enjoy and learn so much listening to it. If you do, please share it with a friend who you think will love it too.Founded Beauty is av...
2021-07-151h 17
Founded BeautySaie - Taking The Leap From Corporate To Building A Game-Changing Clean Beauty Brand ft. Laney CrowellWe sit down with a founder I’ve truly admired for a while - Laney Crowell of Saie. It was after years of working for large corporate brands to then launching her clean beauty blog where she noticed a major gap in the market for clean makeup. Today, we talk about how she revolutionized the world of clean beauty and how her passion for wellness and health inspired her to create one of the biggest beauty brands around and sold at Sephora. I hope you will enjoy this episode of Founded Beauty and if y...
2021-07-1244 min
Founded BeautyLive Tinted - Tackling Colorism And Representation In The Beauty Industry ft. Deepica MutyalaToday, I sit down with one of the original beauty influencers, CEO and founder of Live Tinted, and my dear friend, Deepica Mutyala. We discuss colorism and representation in the beauty industry, leaving the corporate world to start Live Tinted, and how the Today Show changed her life. I hope you will enjoy this episode of Founded Beauty and if you do, please share it with a friend who you think will love it too.Founded Beauty is available on all podcast platforms and we release new episodes every Monday an...
2021-07-0848 min
Founded BeautyPeace Out - From Personal Struggles With Acne To Revolutionizing The Skincare Industry ft. Enrico FrezzaFrom overcoming his acne struggles to revolutionizing skincare, I sit down with founder and CEO of Peace Out Skincare, Enrico Frezza, to discuss how he built his iconic pimple patches. In this episode, we discuss his journey, how he created the acne dot, the easy one-step solution to skincare, and the struggles he overcame along the way. His journey is so inspiring, so I hope you enjoy this episode of Founded Beauty. If you do, please share it with a friend who you think will love it too.Founded Beauty is...
2021-07-0534 min
Founded BeautyIsle of Paradise – Body Positivity, Building An Inclusive Brand And Embracing Your Natural Self ft. Jules Von HepIntroducing the one and only, Jules Von Hep: tanning expert, champion of body positivity and inclusivity, co-founder of Isle of Paradise and a brilliant podcaster himself. Today, we sit down and go deep into topics surrounding self-love, inner confidence and the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. We discuss how tanning is for every skin tone, how the beauty industry is changing from exclusive to inclusive and how he built one of the most successful beauty brands in the world. I hope you will enjoy this episode of Founded Beauty and if...
2021-07-0151 min
Founded BeautyGlow Recipe - From Shark Tank To TikTok's Viral Skincare Brand ft. Sarah Lee & Christine ChangThe queens of K-Beauty, Sarah Lee and Christine Chang, founded the world recognized Korean skincare brand Glow Recipe. From their appearance on Shark Tank to now creating one of the best-selling brands at Sephora, their story is truly an impressive one. We discuss the influence of Korean beauty in today’s world, working with loved ones and how going viral on TikTok impacted their business. I hope you will enjoy this episode of Founded Beauty and if you do, please share with a friend who you think will love it too.
2021-06-281h 02
Founded BeautyMurad - How To Think Outside The Box To Make The Impossible Possible ft. Dr. Howard MuradIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Howard Murad to discuss how he became one of the world’s leading skin and health care authorities. While he needs no introduction, Dr Murad is internationally recognized for his innovations in the science of skincare. He’s a board-certified dermatologist, trained pharmacist, author and professor. He’s also the founder of the world-renowned skincare company, Murad, the first brand of clinical skincare products, setting a new standard for high performance skincare.We discuss the power of thinking outside the box, how to find balance in your...
2021-06-2854 min