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Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaThe untold stories behind your beauty ingredientsHave you ever stopped to wonder about the story behind your beauty products and their ingredients? Most of us don’t think twice when picking up a product off the shelf, but what if we did? In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier – Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica – dives into the untold stories behind your beauty ingredients. Tune in now to hear why transparency and ethical supply chains matter, and how you can help set new standards for the beauty industry. Free Resources Free formula...2025-03-1305 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaHow moringa oil is helping one Amazonian community protect its futureHave you ever stopped to consider where the ingredients in your beauty products come from? Behind every bottle of oil or jar of cream lies a story – one that often goes untold. In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier – Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica – is joined by Chloé Vallée, co-founder of Primegreen, a social enterprise transforming how the beauty industry sources its ingredients. Tune in now to learn about the social and environmental impact of sustainable farming for ingredients like moringa, the challenges and rewards of working with local growers...2025-03-0626 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaAre beauty brands really as green as they say they are?When was the last time you read a beauty brand’s sustainability report? If your answer is "never," you’re not alone. Sustainability reports are often buried on company websites, obscured by glossy marketing materials that feel more like a promotional brochure than a genuine disclosure of progress. But what if you could look behind the curtain and examine what these brands are really doing for the planet? Now you can. In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, host Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica, dives deep into the trut...2025-02-2706 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaHow to evolve a beauty brand without losing your valuesCan a beauty brand grow, innovate, and achieve international success without compromising its core values? That’s the question Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica, asks in this week's episode of Green Beauty Conversations. Lorraine is joined by Laura Rudoe, founder of Evolve Organic Beauty. Together, they explore how Laura built a globally successful beauty brand while staying true to its sustainability and ethical values. Whether you're an indie entrepreneur or simply passionate about the beauty industry, this episode is for you. Free Resources Fr...2025-02-2041 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaLessons for indie beauty entrepreneurs from Elizabeth Arden's legacyImagine starting a beauty brand with no financial backing, formal training, or industry guidance—armed only with determination and a dream. This is the story of Elizabeth Arden, who transformed her kitchen-made creams into one of the most iconic beauty empires of all time. But it’s also the story of so many modern-day indie beauty entrepreneurs. In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist and CEO of Formula Botanica explores the parallels between Elizabeth Arden’s legacy and today’s indie beauty movement. Tune in now to discover 8 powerful lessons every in...2025-02-1308 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaFrom Kitchen Formulator to Global Icon – The Story of Elizabeth ArdenElizabeth Arden is one of the most iconic figures in the beauty industry, known for building a global empire from modest beginnings. Her remarkable journey is a testament to vision, innovation, and determination—and surprisingly mirrors the path of many modern-day indie beauty entrepreneurs. In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist and CEO of Formula Botanica, sits down with Professor Stacy Cordery to explore the life of this pioneering entrepreneur. Tune in now for an inspiring conversation you won't want to miss! And for a deeper dive into Elizabeth Arden's ex...2025-02-0642 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaAre beauty retailers overstepping?Are beauty retailers crossing the line with their self-imposed standards, or are they stepping in to fill a much-needed regulatory gap? That's what Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica, sets to find out in this week's episode of Green Beauty Conversations. Do you see this shift as a win for transparency, or does it make shopping for beauty products even more confusing? Tune in and share your thoughts—we’d love to hear from you! Free Resources Free formulation course | Green Beauty Conversations Podcast | Blog | YouTube...2025-01-3006 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaWhy retailers are asking for proof – and what it means for your beauty productsThe beauty industry is facing a seismic shift. Major retailers like Target, Sephora, and Ulta are no longer simply stocking products. They’re demanding proof behind every claim, from “vegan” to “sustainable” to “cruelty-free.” But why is that? In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier – Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica – sits down with Kimberly Shenk, co-founder and CEO of Novi. Novi is a revolutionary platform helping brands validate claims and comply with retailers' increasingly stringent requirements. If you’re a beauty brand owner, entrepreneur, or simply curious about the future of beauty, this episo...2025-01-2331 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaHow ancient beauty rituals are inspiring modern-day skincare Have you ever paused to consider the origins of the ingredients in your skincare products? Beyond the glossy packaging and marketing lies a world of ancient beauty rituals that have inspired modern skincare practices for centuries. From the nourishing shea butter of West Africa to the rejuvenating Japanese onsen baths and the mineral-rich Irish seaweed traditions, these cultural practices highlight the deep connection between nature and beauty. And in this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier—Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica—explores how these ancestral rituals are shaping today’s modern beauty...2025-01-1607 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaHow to build a heritage beauty brand - Evelyn Akande from Kanda NaturalWhat if your skincare routine could celebrate your cultural heritage while transforming your skin? In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier—Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica—is joined by Evelyn Akande, the creative director and formulator of Kanda Natural, a Nigerian natural skincare brand rooted in West African botanicals. Kanda is committed to celebrating cultural heritage through natural, minimalist skincare products that harness the power of natural ingredients like shea butter, neem, and moringa. If you’ve ever wondered how to build a beauty brand that celebrates both culture...2025-01-0940 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaFormulate your own path in 2025Are you ready to make 2025 your year? If so, today's episode of Green Beauty Conversations is for you. Join Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica, as she reveals the steps to unlock your full potential and create the life you’ve always dreamed of. Stop waiting for the "perfect moment" to launch your beauty brand or create your own skincare or haircare products. Tune in now to discover the actionable steps you can take today to turn your dreams into reality and make 2025 your year. Free Resources...2025-01-0207 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaCould AI make your skincare more eco-friendly? Imagine a world where AI analyses every ingredient in a cosmetic formulation, identifies eco-friendly alternatives, and uncovers hidden benefits—all in the blink of an eye. Think this sounds futuristic? It’s not. This is happening right now, and it’s set to revolutionise the beauty industry. In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, host Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica, sits down with Abdou Kane, CEO and VP of AI at InFLOWS AI, to explore how AI is transforming cosmetic formulation and paving the way for a more sustainable beauty industry. List...2024-12-2625 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaThe forgotten pillar of sustainabilityWhat does sustainability in beauty really mean? It goes beyond organic ingredients and eco-friendly packaging—it’s about the people who make it all possible. In this week's episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica, explores the deeper meaning of sustainability and what it takes to create truly ethical supply chains. Tune in now to discover how you can actually make a difference. Free Resources Free formulation course | Green Beauty Conversations Podcast | Blog | YouTube Socials: Formula Botanica on Instagram | Lorraine Dallmeier 2024-12-1906 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaMeet the inspirational entrepreneur rebuilding the beauty industry from seed to shelfImagine a beauty brand that transforms lives from the ground up. In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier sits down with Rahama Wright, the visionary founder of Shea Yeleen. Discover how this innovative brand is dedicated to social impact and sustainability by creating fair-wage jobs for women-owned shea butter cooperatives in Ghana. Tune in now to discover how beauty can be a force for good. Free Resources Free formulation course | Green Beauty Conversations Podcast | Blog | YouTube Socials: Formula Botanica on Instagram | Lorraine Dallmeier on Instagr 2024-12-1239 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaHas #Underconsumptioncore influenced beauty?Ever heard of #UnderconsumptionCore? If you’re active on social media, chances are you have! In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier—Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica—takes a deep dive into the latest underconsumption movement. Discover how the "less is more" philosophy is making waves on TikTok and challenging conventional consumerism. Join Lorraine as she encourages you to rethink your shopping habits and urges beauty brands to promote mindful consumption. Free Resources Free formulation course | Green Beauty Conversations Podcast | Blog | YouTube Socials: Formu...2024-12-0505 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaIs big beauty falling behind?Is innovation slowing down in the beauty industry? And if so, what's behind it? In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica teams up with Ana Green, Formula Botanica's Education Manager, to reveal the reasons behind the industry's innovation draught. Join Lorraine and Ana as they explore how indie brands are changing the beauty industry with bold new ideas and innovative formulations while the giants of the industry struggle to keep up. If you’re curious about the future of beauty and why indie bra...2024-11-2830 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaThe beauty industry has a biodiversity problemThe beauty industry has a biodiversity problem and hardly anyone's talking about it. In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica exposes the the environmental impact of the beauty industry and explores actionable solutions. Don't miss out on this eye-opening episode and discover how the beauty industry can become a force for good. Free Resources Free formulation course | Green Beauty Conversations Podcast | Blog | YouTube Socials: Formula Botanica on Instagram | Lorraine Dallmeier on Instagram 2024-11-2106 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaHow one Indonesian island community is conserving wildlife through coconut oilPicture an Indonesian island where the rainforest flourishes, providing sanctuary for endangered species and vibrant ecosystems. On the island of Simeulue, over 500 smallholder farmers are proving that sustainable coconut oil production is not only possible but essential. In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist and CEO of Formula Botanica welcomes Jane Dunlop, co-founder and CEO of āluān. Jane shares her journey to leading a conservation-driven business that produces high-quality, traceable coconut oil. Don't miss out on this eye-opening conversation about sustainable beauty and environmental conservation. Fre...2024-11-1431 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula Botanica8 ways we must embrace slow beautyAre you overwhelmed by the fast-paced beauty industry that keeps bombarding you with the latest trends and product launches? It's time to slow down and embrace slow beauty. In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica, shares why we must rethink our beauty habits and the 8 ways to embrace slow beauty. If you find yourself caught up in the hype of fast beauty, constantly purchasing new products that promise miracles but ultimately end up cluttering your space, this episode is for you. F...2024-11-0708 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaRethinking skincare- The slow beauty revolutionHave you ever questioned the need for endless product launches or wondered if your skin truly benefits from a multi-step routine? If so, this episode is a must-listen. In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist and CEO of Formula Botanica is joined by Liah Yoo, renowned beauty influencer and visionary founder of Krave Beauty. Together, they discuss the concept of slow beauty, a minimalist approach that could revolutionise your skincare routine and redefine your relationship with your skin. Tune in to join the slow beauty revolution. ...2024-10-3133 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaThe circular biorefinery model used by sustainable ingredient suppliersWhat if the beauty industry could be completely sustainable? This week on Green Beauty Conversations, we explore the circular biorefinery model, a revolutionary approach that's redefining how cosmetic ingredients are sourced and utilised. Join Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist and CEO of Formula Botanica, as she delves into the innovative practices of ingredient suppliers turning raw materials into zero-waste treasures. Discover how this model not only minimises waste but also maximises the potential of every plant, setting new standards for eco-friendly beauty. Tune in to learn how you can support brands leading the w...2024-10-2407 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaMeet the beauty industry’s most regenerative ingredientDiscover how seaweed, beauty's most regenerative ingredient, is tackling the industry's sustainability challenges and paving the way for a greener future. Join Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica as she chats with Catarina Ricca, Business Development Manager at Ínclita Seaweed Solutions. Together, they explore how seaweed is revolutionising sustainable beauty with its rapid growth, bioactive compounds, and eco-friendly benefits. Tune in to this episode of Green Beauty Conversations to uncover the secrets of seaweed-based innovations that can transform your skincare and cosmetics formulations. Free Resources Free...2024-10-1727 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula Botanica3 ways you can change the beauty industryAre you ready to change the beauty industry from the ground up? If so, this episode is for you. In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica, challenges you to rethink your place in the beauty world. Discover the three ways you can change the industry—from making conscious purchasing decisions to starting your eco-friendly beauty brand. Don't miss out on this episode—it might just change the way you see beauty forever. Free Resources Free formulation course | Green Be...2024-10-1007 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaFrom crime journalist to skincare entrepreneurWhat if you could turn your passion into a thriving business and create a career you truly love? That’s exactly what Anna Boiardi, founder of AnnaB Cosmetics did. In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica welcomes Anna Boiardi, founder of Italian natural skincare brand AnnaB Cosmetics. Anna shares her remarkable journey from crime journalist to indie beauty entrepreneur. She opens up about starting her brand from the ground up, the challenges she faced along the way, and how staying true to her values became the...2024-10-0332 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaPlants under threat from beautyAre your beauty products putting plants under threat? As the beauty industry continues to boom, it’s time to confront an uncomfortable truth: our insatiable demand for cosmetic ingredients is driving some of the world's most cherished plant species to the brink of extinction. In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica, uncovers the hidden costs of our beauty habits and the urgent need for change. Listen now to find out how you can make a meaningful impact and support a more sustainable future for...2024-09-2611 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaIs the beauty industry failing biodiversity?In this week's episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica, teams up with Dr. Sally Gouldstone, a visionary botanist and founder of Seilich, to unravel the intricate relationship between the beauty industry and biodiversity. Get ready to be inspired as Dr Gouldstone exposes the beauty industry’s hidden impacts on ecosystems and reveals how brands can pivot from being part of the problem to becoming champions of biodiversity. Join Lorraine as she challenges the status quo, uncovering the secrets to making beauty products that not only minimise har...2024-09-1931 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaHuman rights abuses in cosmetics In this week's episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica, delves into the hidden human rights abuses in the cosmetics industry. Discover the shocking realities of child labour in Egyptian jasmine fields and slave-like conditions in Brazilian carnauba wax production. Join host Lorraine Dallmeier as she exposes these dark truths and discusses how transparency and ethical sourcing can drive meaningful change. Don’t miss this eye-opening episode that will make you rethink your beauty products. Listen now! Free Resources Free...2024-09-1207 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaThe woman on a mission to banish the word ‘parfum’Have you ever wondered what the word ‘parfum’ or ‘fragrance’ on your cosmetic labels really means? If so, you're not alone. This tiny term, often found at the end of ingredient lists, can hide many sins, leaving consumers in the dark about what they're truly applying to their skin. In this week's episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier, CEO of Formula Botanica, welcomes Ashlee Posner, CEO of Lucent Labs and founder of State of Change. Ashlee is on a mission to disrupt the fragrance industry and bring full ingredient transparency to every product we use. 2024-09-0538 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaBeauty: vanity or important?Are you tired of being bombarded by unrealistic beauty industry standards and wondering if all your beauty products are truly necessary? If so, this episode is for you. In this week's opinion piece, Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist and CEO of Formula Botanica tackles the age-old question: is beauty merely vanity, or is it genuinely important? Join Lorraine as she delves deep into the industry's impact on our self-image and explores why we continue to use cosmetics. Free Resources Free formulation course | Green Beauty Conversations Podcast | Blog | YouTube Socia...2024-08-2907 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaIs the beauty industry all just fluff? In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier, CEO of Formula Botanica, welcomes Erika Geraerts, founder of Fluff Casual Cosmetics, to explore the concept of intentional beauty and its transformative potential within the beauty industry. Erika Geraerts has redefined what it means to be a beauty brand with Fluff Casual Cosmetics. By focusing on minimal, refillable products and meaningful consumer engagement, Erika challenges the traditional norms of the beauty industry. Join Lorraine and Erika as they discuss the challenges facing the beauty industry and how Fluff's countercultural approach aims to create a more mindful...2024-08-2231 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaThe latest in beauty greenwashing: "recycle ready"Have you ever wondered what “recycle-ready” means when it comes to cosmetic packaging? Brace yourself, because this term might surprise you. “Recycle-ready” refers to packaging designed for future recycling systems that don’t yet exist. Essentially, brands are claiming eco-friendliness by betting on future infrastructure improvements, not current capabilities. This week’s opinion piece takes a critical stance on the current state of recycling infrastructure. Host Lorraine Dallmeier unpacks the troubling realities behind "recycle-ready". While the term might sound promising, it is misleading. It will only be recyclable if and when a capable fut...2024-08-1507 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaCan cosmetic packaging be sustainable?As the beauty industry grapples with its environmental impact, the question on everyone's mind is: can cosmetic packaging be sustainable? Anyone looking into plastic packaging will be familiar with the sea of acronyms used for plastics: PET, PE, PP, HDPE. What do these acronyms mean? And which materials should beauty brands use when choosing packaging? In this episode of the Green Beauty Conversations podcast, we welcome a packaging expert to find answers. Lorraine Dallmeier, CEO of Formula Botanica and Chartered Environmentalist, welcomes Alexander Kwapis, VP of Fusion PKG. Alexander discusses the materials used...2024-08-0831 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaThe latest in beauty industry greenwashing: when brands call their products "more" sustainableIf a cosmetic product isn't sustainable in the first place, how can it suddenly become 'more' sustainable when a brand makes an improvement? The language used by beauty brands in relation to sustainability can be problematic. Last week, we interviewed Nishit Dedhia of KAIN Cosmeceuticals about the eco-designed manufacturing plant he runs in Mumbai, India. And in that interview, Nishit rightly said that it seems as if everyone in the cosmetics industry now proudly calls themselves 'sustainable' - sometimes without any means to back those claims. In this week's episode of th...2024-08-0106 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaHow a Mumbai factory is setting new eco-design standards in cosmetic manufacturingHave you ever wondered where your favourite beauty products are made? We spend a lot of time worrying about the provenance of our ingredients, but we never discuss the manufacturing facilities where cosmetics are produced. What are these buildings like? Are they created with eco-design principles in mind? How do they handle waste or water management? These discussions are happening behind the scenes in the beauty industry, but they're certainly not out in the open. That's why, in our latest episode of the Green Beauty Conversations podcast, we dive into the...2024-07-2535 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaBye-bye Beauty GreenwashingImagine a world where greenwashing doesn’t exist. Or let’s go one step further, imagine a world where greenwashing doesn’t exist in the cosmetics industry. This could potentially be the future, as legislation is emerging all over the world to make companies and organisations liable for greenwashing. In this week's opinion piece, Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica delves into the issue of greenwashing in the beauty industry and explores how emerging legislation is set to hold companies accountable for their environmental claims. Free Re...2024-07-1807 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaHow Europe plans to shut down greenwashing in beautyIn this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier, CEO of Formula Botanica, welcomes Priscilla Rolvers, founder of the Green Cosmetics Revolution to discuss the new EU Greenwashing Directive. Pretty soon, any beauty brand making eco-friendly claims in the European Union might want to start looking over their shoulder if they haven’t got the evidence to back up their sustainability claims. Earlier this year in 2024, the European Parliament officially approved a new greenwashing directive, requiring member states – that’s the 27 countries currently in the European Union - to introduce stricter rules surrounding the use of envi...2024-07-1126 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaHow Tom's of Maine faced a class action lawsuit for the recyclability of its toothpaste tubesWho knew you could get into trouble over a toothpaste tube? In this episode, Lorraine Dallmeier, a Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica, dives deep into sustainability claims by exploring the details of the class action lawsuit faced by toothpaste brand Tom's of Maine... all because they said their toothpaste tubes were recyclable. The crux of the lawsuit points out the gap between what is, in theory, recyclable and the realities of the recycling industry. The problem arises with the terms Tom’s of Maine uses on its packaging. They call it “R...2024-07-0410 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaWhy beauty brands are getting sued for sustainability claimsNavigating the tricky waters of sustainability regulations isn’t easy. So, to ensure your brand stands out for the right reasons, this episode is a must-listen. Green Beauty Conversations host Lorraine Dallmeier, CEO of Formula Botanica and her guest Maggie Spicer, Formula Botanica graduate and founder of Source Beauty ESG, explore these tricky waters. Listen now to discover how beauty brands should protect themselves and avoid sustainability pitfalls. Free Resources Free formulation course | Green Beauty Conversations Podcast | Blog | YouTube Socials: Formula Botanica on Instagram | Lorraine Dallmeier on Insta...2024-06-2740 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaDo wrinkles cause ageing?Research is starting to suggest that skin ageing isn’t simply a case of cosmetic wear and tear, but might instead be driving whole-body ageing. Green Beauty Conversations host Lorraine Dallmeier, CEO of Formula Botanica, explores this mind-blowing research in this latest episode. She'll be asking you whether you are prepared to flip everything you’ve understood about the skin so far on its head. Listen in to find out: How the ageing of the skin works How wrinkles might be contributing to whole-body ageing What preventative measures you can take to help How the...2024-06-2008 min

The LightsightFinal show. Interview with Lorraine Dallmeier CEO of Formula Botanica[ENGLISH] In this show I look back on the past season and have the honor of interviewing Loraine Dallmeire. She is CEO of the online learning platform Formula Botanica and shares a very special message with us. English version starts: 4:45 Interview Lorraine: 7:15 https://formulabotanica.com/ https://www.instagram.com/formulabotanica/ Haircare playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6kC1lbWX2MAngCnEoErEhM?si=oSdw5XVPR2eelsXFKqoB4Q&pi=o5Pw6Pe2TTaWC English episodes: - Challenges with Alternative...2024-06-1849 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaChildren using anti-ageing skincare and the risksThere’s a trend that’s been growing for several years. Teens, tweens, and children are using anti-ageing skincare, with active ingredients like retinol. Today, colleague, School Education Manager, Ana Green joins Lorraine Dallmeier, CEO of Formula Botanica, as they discuss this new trend. Together, they explore why more children using anti-ageing skincare is such a trend and the implications for young skincare enthusiasts. What does this use mean for their skin's health? Listen now to this latest episode of Green Beauty Conversations podcast to discover the details on children using thes...2024-06-1324 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaTraceability - Where Ingredients Come FromHave you ever wondered where the ingredients in your product came from? Most of us have no clue. Following the path of an ingredient from formulation back to its origin is called traceability. It is the detailed supply chain of an ingredient. This knowledge is essential to address environmental and social concerns. If a brand doesn't know its ingredient supply chain, it cannot address how the planet is impacted. Every ingredient has the potential to affect our environment by how and where it is grown, harvested, and processed. This knowledge is becoming more important to...2024-06-0610 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaHow seaweed becomes sustainable beautyIn this episode, we dive deep, almost literally, into the oceans with a look at how our seas can be a sustainable source of beauty ingredients. Podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier talks to Matthew Perkins, the founder of Macro Oceans to learn how regeneratively-farmed seaweed is turned into eco-friendly cosmetics. Macro Oceans, a technology company based in California, developed a unique zero-waste system that uses 100% of the seaweed. The company recently launched its first cosmetic product – a powerful bioactive providing excellent hydration for skincare and haircare products. Don’t miss this insightful conversation exploring the future of s...2024-05-3026 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaWhat is regenerative beauty?Imagine a beauty industry that gives back more to the environment than it takes. That’s the crux of this week’s Green Beauty Opinion in which podcast host and Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier explores the concept of regenerative beauty. This revolutionary approach isn't just about reducing beauty’s environmental impact; it's about actively enriching our planet, starting with the soil beneath our feet. With a focus on fostering biodiversity, enhancing ecosystems and challenging the beauty industry to shift to truly regenerative practices, this episode is a call to action. But will regen beauty just b...2024-05-2307 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaCircularity and recyclability are two different thingsCircularity and recyclability are often-misunderstood concepts in the beauty industry. Last week, we explored the potential of upcycled beauty ingredients with Harry McIlwraith of the Upcycled Beauty Company. Building on that enlightening discussion in this week’s opinion episode, Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier tackles a crucial question: What really defines a circular beauty product, and how does it differ from mere recyclability? Tune in as we unravel the misconceptions and confront greenwashing in the beauty sector. FREE FORMULATION RESOURCES Free formulation course | Green Beauty Conversations Podcast | Blog | YouTube So...2024-05-0907 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaRevolutionising Beauty with Upcycled IngredientsIn this episode, Formula Botanica CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier talks to Harry McIlwraith, the visionary mind behind The Upcycled Beauty Company, a trailblazing venture revolutionising the beauty industry by repurposing overlooked food waste resources into potent skincare ingredients. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Harry's insights shed light on the incredible potential of upcycled beauty and inspire us to rethink traditional manufacturing practices. Join us as we uncover the fascinating story behind The Upcycled Beauty Company and discover how this visionary approach is reshaping the future of skincare. FREE FORMULATION RE...2024-05-0224 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaScience washing: decoding scientism in the beauty industryIn the latest episode of Green Beauty Conversations, we delve into the “science washing” that is rife in the beauty industry. This term, akin to its near neighbour “greenwashing”, refers to the use of scientific jargon to mask pseudoscientific ideas. Last week, podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier, CEO of Formula Botanica, explored the nuances of so-called “medical-grade skincare” with Ana Green, Education Manager at Formula Botanica. They unpacked its role as a marketing term, and how its hype often misleads consumers about the quality and real efficacy of skincare products. In this opinion episode, Lorraine unravels the broader...2024-04-2509 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaMedical-grade skincare: marketing hype vs. scientific realityToday, we are seeing a rise in so-called medical-grade skincare and liberal use of the word “clinical” to describe brands and formulations. In this episode, Formula Botanica CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier is joined by colleague School Education Manager Ana Green to delve into the controversial world of medical-grade skincare, and explore the intricacies of this term and its implications. Ana sheds light on the marketing strategies behind the medical-grade term and unravels whether there’s substance behind the claims of cosmetic formulations penetrating deeper with higher levels of actives. Is medical grade just a mark...2024-04-1820 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaIs beauty actually the beast?Have you ever felt isolated due to a beauty concern, thinking you're the only one struggling? This episode of the Green Beauty Conversations podcast, hosted by Lorraine Dallmeier, delves into the myths and realities surrounding beauty standards. It highlights the silence and stigma around female hair loss, challenges the negative perceptions of hyperpigmentation and cellulite, and advocates for a broader representation of beauty across the industry. By sharing high-profile stories and calling for more diversity in beauty narratives, the episode encourages a celebration of humanity's diverse appearances, emphasising that our differences are not abnormalities, but...2024-04-1107 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaIs the beauty industry truly saturated?Is the beauty industry truly saturated? In a world where being the first is often confused with being the best, Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier uses this episode of Green Beauty Conversations to discuss the opportunities and risks facing beauty brands. Featuring insights from industry pioneers and a special homage to Dame Anita Roddick’s legacy of The Body Shop, this episode is a wake-up call to aspiring beauty entrepreneurs. FREE FORMULATION RESOURCES Free formulation course | Green Beauty Conversations Podcast | Blog | YouTube Socials: Formula Botanica on Instagram | Lorraine Dallmeier on Instagram 2024-03-2806 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaWhat happened to The Body Shop?In this episode, we dive deep into the rise and fall of an iconic beauty brand, The Body Shop. Podcast host and Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier is joined by Wizz Selvey, a seasoned beauty retail expert and analyst, for an insightful exploration of the brand’s evolution over the years. Wizz explains the challenges the familiar, and much-loved beauty retailer faced, from its changing ownership to shifts in consumer behaviour, and unravels the recent announcement of The Body Shop entering into administration. This episode covers the fate of a beauty giant that was a fe...2024-03-2124 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaGreenhouse Gloss - Carbon Trust unmasks the beauty giantsIn our last episode, host Lorraine Dallmeier had a fascinating discussion with Joel Tasche, Founder of CleanHub, on the beauty industry’s sustainability challenges, in particular its commitment to reducing its reliance on plastic, which as we know, has a huge carbon footprint. Building on that conversation, today’s episode takes a close look into a groundbreaking report in late 2023 by the Carbon Trust, provocatively titled “Greenhouse Gloss – Is the beauty industry’s commitment to tackling climate change more than skin deep?” If you missed Lorraine's conversation with Joel Tasche, be sure to catch up, as it sets the stag...2024-03-1407 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaTurning the plastic tide in beauty with CleanHubIn this episode, we have an enlightening conversation with Joel Tasche, the visionary founder and CEO of CleanHub, a company dedicated to liberating the planet from plastic pollution. Growing up with a profound connection to the ocean through sailing and surfing, Joel’s passion for marine conservation led him to establish CleanHub with a mission to create, foster and shape waste management solutions where this infrastructure is lacking globally. This is a subject close to the heart of podcast host and Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier, who is a Chartered Environmentalist and biologist. In conversation with Joel, Lo...2024-03-0726 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaAre shoppers put off by putting waste on their face?In this opinion episode, Formula Botanica CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier dives deep into a topic that’s been buzzing in the beauty industry for a while – upcycled ingredients. In a world where environmental consciousness is on the rise, and the use of waste materials to create beauty products is gaining traction, you would think that upcycling food industry waste and byproducts as cosmetic ingredients would be unquestioned. However, some might ask if there are potential downsides to what is, in effect, synonymous with putting waste on our faces. Join Lorraine as she explores the intriguing ques...2024-02-2906 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaFRUU Cosmetics and the sustainable charm of "wonky fruits"Our guest in this episode is Dr Terence Chung, visionary co-founder of FRUU Cosmetics, which is a company dedicated to turning sustainable ingredients, particularly “wonky fruits” or byproducts from the juicing and agricultural industries, into natural cosmetics. In conversation with Formula Botanica CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier, Terence not only shares the remarkable journey of FRUU, but also provides valuable insights into the company’s total commitment to sustainability. In this episode, we unravel the complexities and triumphs of incorporating unconventional ingredients into cosmetics, and gain a deep understanding of the challenges that accompany this in...2024-02-2225 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaCelebrating 200 episodes and a 6-year green beauty journeyWelcome to the 200th episode of Green Beauty Conversations in which we celebrate not just this milestone, but also six years of thought-provoking dialogues in the world of clean beauty. Join Formula Botanica CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier as she marks the occasion with her reflections on the profound changes witnessed in the green beauty landscape since the inception of this podcast. Listen in for a journey that charts the change through Green Beauty Conversations’ episodes, and delves into the shifts, challenges and triumphs that have defined the evolution of the beauty industry. 2024-02-1508 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaUpcycling and zero waste with O&3, The Oil FamilyWe explore the dynamic world of sustainable beauty with a true expert, Thomas Kerfoot, who is a co-founder of O&3, The Oil Family. Thomas brings over 17 years of passionate expertise to the conversation. His self-proclaimed “oil nerd” status sets the stage for an enlightening journey into the fascinating realm of natural oil ingredients. O&3 isn’t your typical manufacturer or cosmetic ingredient supplier. It is a pioneering force, not only distributing, but innovating by bringing unique ingredients from remote corners of the world to clients globally. What’s more, the company is committed to upcycling and zero waste, a...2024-02-0828 min

Worldwise Wealth168. Entrepreneurial Ventures & Observations On Consumer Exploitation by Mainstream Beauty Brands | Lorraine DallmeierLorraine Dalmier is an environmental biologist, a digital entrepreneur, CEO of Formula Botanica, and an award-winning entrepreneur and authority in the beauty industry.We discuss Formula Botanica's mission to train organic cosmetic formulators, the conception and evolution of Dalmier's business, the imperative of constant, quality content creation, and observations on consumer exploitation by mainstream beauty brands.Connect with LorraineWebsite: formulabotanica.comInstagram: @formulabotanicaConnect with Nicole⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @workwealthandtravel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube @workwealthandtravelWebsiteBook a Discovery Call Sign up for 80+ Remote Work Job BoardsGive the Podcast a 5-Star Ratin 2024-02-0233 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaInclusive beauty: revolutionising skincare science for allIn last week’s Green Beauty Conversations, we delved into a pivotal conversation with Noelly Michoux from 4.5.6 Skin, exploring the significance of inclusivity in skincare science and formulation. Building on this crucial theme in this opinion episode, Formula Botanica CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier reflects also on her episode with guest Dija Ayodele – author, aesthetician and beauty industry advocate for women of colour – which discussed why black skincare matters. However, if the giant cosmetic labs creating next-gen skincare and haircare aren’t thinking about including all skin tones and hair types in their R&D, there will never...2024-02-0106 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaInclusive skincare - transforming skincare for racial equityIn this episode, we embark on a transformative journey with founder Noelly Michoux, the visionary force propelling 4.5.6 Skin to the forefront of skincare innovation with the world’s first Skin Tone Research Lab. Shaped by experiences in France, and now reshaping beauty norms, Noelly’s evolution from a corporate background to pioneering a skincare revolution is a narrative that resonates. Discover the complexities involved in establishing the Skin Tone Research Lab and the profound commitment of Noelly and her company to bridging the racial equity gap in the beauty realm. In discussion with podcast host and F...2024-01-2539 min

The Perfume Making PodcastThe Truth About Natural Skincare with Lorraine Dallmeier of Formula BotanicaIn this week's episode Karen is talking to Lorraine Dallmeier from Formula Botanica, the world's leading formulation school, who, to date, have taught twenty thousand students from 190 countries. This fascinating interview takes an indepth look at the natural skincare industry including topics such as trends in the organic skincare market, the emergence of biotech and whether or not AI could play a role in the future of the fragrance industry. KEY TAKEAWAYS Lorraine talks about her journey from training as a biologist to a environmental scientist in the oil and gas industry to the renewable energy i...2023-12-1145 min $What Beauty Founders Don\'t Know? (Jumpstart Beauty Brand)$ What Beauty Founders Don't Know? (Jumpstart Beauty Brand)Ep.9-Guest Series: Lorraine Dallmeier, Ceo, Formula Botanica on What Beauty Founders Don't KnowIn this guest series episode of JumpStart Beauty Brand Podcast, I spoke to Lorraine Dallmeier, super-driven and rockstar CEO of Formula Botanica, a school focused on organic formulations, she took the school from a tiny startup to a team of 40 staff members whilst making a difference to 20,000 graduating students and 100K formulators! Timestamps & Key Moments 02:53:00-Lorraine's life & career transitions 07:14:80-Why Formula Botanica? 0:17:51-Difference between students who create breakthrough formulations vs. not quite? 14:01:09-The other top 2 mistakes skincare formulators make? 15:27:70-Why do...2023-11-2826 min

Super Entrepreneurs PodcastEmbark on Your Beauty Startup Journey with Lorraine Dallmeier’s Expert GuideReady to kickstart your journey into the beauty industry and launch your own beauty startup? Join us in this episode as we delve into the inspiring story of Lorraine Dallmeier, the founder of Formula Botanica, the world's top organic cosmetic formulation school. Discover how Lorraine's journey from a corporate biologist to a successful beauty business owner can inspire your own entrepreneurial aspirations. Whether you're dreaming of creating your brand or crafting top-quality skincare products, Lorraine's insights and expertise will be your guide. If you've ever considered a beauty startup, this episode is...2023-11-0322 min

The Wealth EquationPricing + Positioning a Globally Dominating Luxury Beauty Brand w/ Lorraine DallmeierLorraine Dallmeier is an award-winning CEO, as well as a biologist and Chartered Environmentalist. She was voted the Most Influential Person in Natural Beauty for 2020 and awarded the Digital Achiever of the Year award for the cosmetics industry by Google and Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW), for growing Formula Botanica from a tiny bootstrapped startup to a global education institution. Lorraine is on a mission to make formulation as commonplace as cookery, as she believes that anyone can learn to formulate with natural, sustainable ingredients. Lorraine is a full Member of the Royal Society of Biology, the Society o...2023-10-3148 min

Coffee N° 5 with Lara SchmoismanNavigating Formulating, Packaging, and Marketing with Lorraine DallmeierSend us a textIn this episode, we sit down with CEO of Formula Botanica and expert beauty scientist Lorraine Dallmeier to unlock the secrets of launching a successful beauty brand. From concept to retail, Lorraine shares valuable insights on how to identify your target audience and why this is crucial for the success of your product. Learn how to get started with formulated classes and how to create a winning beauty brand on a shoestring budget.Tune in as Lorraine shares tips on packaging, marketing, and launching and reveals how her company has...2023-04-1019 min

Lost And FoundedLorraine Dallmeier | Formula BotanicaToday's guest, Lorraine Dallmeier, Founder of Formula Botanica, tells us about her entrepreneurial journey to start up the business. Formula Botanica is an online organic cosmetics formulation and business school that aims to make formulation as common as cookery. Sounds exciting right? Let us know what you thought @lostandfoundedpod on Instagram.2022-12-0826 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula Botanica4 Pillars of sustainable beautyIf you are a regular listener to Green Beauty Conversations, you will have heard Formula Botanica CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier and guests tackle numerous aspects of sustainable beauty. Circular, biodegradable, waterless, carbon and climate neutral, net zero and a gamut of other issues has come under the spotlight in our podcast conversations. Tackling the issues by examining the various certification schemes and looking at case studies one by one may, however, lead us to forget the bigger picture - and overlook some uncomfortable truths. Today's global cosmetics' industry is inherently unsustainable if it...2022-09-0119 min

Content Sells: Attract, Convert & Keep Your Ideal Clients with Content Marketing That Works189 - How She Went From 1000 to 500,000 Site Visits a Month! With Lorraine DallmeierEver wondered if your fledgling business could ever become a multi-million dollar success story? Perhaps that’s what you dream about and what you’re working towards. In this episode, your hosts Suzi Dafnis and Michelle Falzon chat with Lorraine Dallmeier of Formula Botanica, who took a tiny business with 200 students and turned it into a global success story with more than 40,000 students worldwide, all helping people create their own cosmetic and skin care formulations using natural, ecologically friendly methods. Lorraine shares how she grew a multi-million dollar business (with virtually no ad budget) and how...2022-07-1148 min

Natural Beauty PodcastEp. 28: How Can The Skill Of Formulating Empower Us All? | Talking With Lorraine Dallmeier - The CEO Of The World-Leading Online Formulation School Formula BotanicaJoin this episode of the Nordic Natural Beauty Podcast, where the host Satu Mäkinen talks with Lorraine Dallmeier - the CEO of the world-leading online formulation school, Formula Botanica.In today's episode, we dive into the world of organic and botanical formulating. Lorraine shares how learning to formulate can empower us all to take the matters of skincare into our own hands, and how through this we can finally envision a truly sustainable cosmetics industry.You can follow Formula Botanica on social media, such as Instagram, and learn more about formulating and Formula Botanica's c...2022-06-1325 min

Outspoken BeautyLorraine Dallmeier - How To Formulate Your Own Beauty Products and Start Your Own BrandIn this episode I chat to Lorraine Dallmeier , Biologist, Chartered Environmentalist and the CEO of Formula Botanica, the award-winning online organic cosmetic science school. Lorraine turned the business around and it now attracts thousands of students from around the world.During the episode Lorraine and I talk about the history of formulation and how some of the biggest brands were started by people who were mixing up products in their own kitchens.Lorraine also explains how anyone can be a formulator and start a beauty brand as long as they have the passion and drive. She also...2022-05-2137 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaAre tropical ingredients sustainable?The destruction of rainforests - the world's most bio-diverse ecosystems - and the impact this has on the indigenous peoples living in and depending on them, and on global climate change is imprinted vividly in our minds. As a community of indie, organic beauty formulators and entrepreneurs, we are highly aware of the value of tropical habitats. None of us would wish to add to a greater loss of biodiversity nor cause more environmental and societal harm simply by going about our daily business as indie beauty formulators. Knowing where, how and by whom our...2022-04-2133 min

clean simple freeEp75: Skinimalism with Lorraine Dallmeier - discussing sustainable beautyMy guest today is Lorraine Dallmeier of Formula Botanica who discusses skinimalism, the effects of the beauty industry on self-esteem and creating waste, and much more! Thank you for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. Reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free Sign up for the free Formula Botanica e-course: https://www.formulabotanica.co/foundation-course-w Get 10% off at Ana Luisa: http://shop.analuisa.com/cs...2022-01-1923 min

Elite Expert Insider PodcastBuilding Your Brand with Lorraine DallmeierMelanie Johnson & Jenn Foster owners of Elite Online Publishing, interview Lorraine Dallmeier about how to start a business and make it grow into a multi-million dollar company. Lorraine is an award-winning CEO, as well as a biologist and Chartered Environmentalist. She was voted the most influential person in natural beauty for 2020 and awarded the Digital Achiever of the Year award for the cosmetics industry by Google and Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW) for growing Formula Botanica from a tiny bootstrapped startup to a global education institution. Lorraine is on a mission to make formulation as commonplace as cookery, a...2022-01-1720 min

Green Beauty Conversations by Formula BotanicaBeauty shoppers should vote with their walletsWelcome to this Green Beauty Opinion in which Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier picks up on an important issue raised in the previous episode on carbon neutral beauty in her interview with the co-founders of BYBI Beauty. BYBI’s Elsie Rutterford and Dominika Minorovic said that to date, the time, effort and money spent on developing BYBI as a truly sustainable brand was not making a mark on consumer consciousness as a key reason to choose their brand’s products. Is sustainability not such a big issue for consumers after all? Lorraine quotes seve...2021-12-2306 min

Racing GreenGreen Beauty: A conversation with Lorraine DallmeierIn this episode, Jeffrey Young is joined by Lorraine Dallmeier, CEO of Formula Botanica. They discuss the vast topic of green beauty, covering ingredients, naturalness, impact on the environment, the science behind products, and what to look out for as a responsible consumer. Lorraine Dallmeier is the award-winning CEO of Formula Botanica, the online organic cosmetic formulation and business school, which has trained over 14,000 organic cosmetic formulators and indie beauty entrepreneurs in 175+ countries. Voted the most influential person in natural beauty for 2020 and awarded the Digital Achiever of the Year award for the cosmetics industry by Google, L...2021-12-1326 min

Rock Your Money, Rock Your LifeBuild A Multi-Million Dollar Business with Lorraine DallmeierIf you’ve ever considered starting or purchasing a small business and dreamed of building it into a multi-million dollar empire, then this episode is for you.Lorraine Dallmeier is the award-winning CEO of Formula Botanica, an online organic cosmetic formulation and business school, which has trained over 10,000 organic cosmetic formulators and indie beauty entrepreneurs in 170+ countries. Lorraine’s journey as an entrepreneur started when she decided to take over a small startup beauty company. Within a few years, she had taken the company from £20k in yearly sales to ove...2021-10-2722 min

The Green Edit PodcastBiologist and Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier On How To Create An Organic Beauty BrandWelcome to The Green Edit, your go-to destination for green, high-performance beauty. Host, Cathy Tolpigin is an organic makeup artist, founder and curator of The Green Edit, a digital media platform, event series and podcast that shines a light on the best in clean, sustainable, cruelty-free beauty and lifestyle brands and products. Lorraine Dallmier is the CEO of Formula Botanica, the online organic cosmetic formulation and business school.She is also a Biologist, Chartered Environmentalist and host of the podcast Green Beauty Conversations, which has had over 300,000 downloads.Lorraine is on a m...2021-10-0434 min