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In this engaging conversation, Jackie and Bracha explore a range of topics from the tragic story of Yochai to the importance of self-care, the quirks of social media, and the humor found in everyday life. They reflect on personal experiences, parenting, and the impact of pop culture on their identities, all while sharing laughs and insights that resonate with their audience. In this engaging conversation, Jackie Simon and Bracha Kahane explore a variety of topics ranging from nostalgic toys and the evolution of technology to food trends and the complexities of clean beauty. They delve into the social media phenomenon of 'Ask Me Anything', reflect on cultural icons like the Jonas Brothers and Tyra Banks, and share book recommendations. The discussion is light-hearted yet insightful, touching on the nuances of modern life and the importance of connections._______________________________________________________________________________________________Chapters00:00Foggy Days and Personal Reflections01:50Navigating Relationships and Personal Growth04:54The Importance of Self-Care and Community10:11Social Media Trends and Gratitude12:14Fashion and Personal Style Choices13:33Childhood Memories and Family Dynamics20:13The Importance of Physical Touch in Parenting22:54Navigating Communication with Children25:42Humor and Miscommunication in Family Dynamics26:13Cultural Phenomena and Personal Experiences28:01The Subaru Discussion: Symbolism and Identity29:57The Role of Humor in Life and Relationships33:33Exploring the Depths of Celebrity Personas34:49The Quality of Delivery Services35:59The Yodo and Tony Discussion37:14Phone Call Etiquette in the Digital Age39:09Trends in Clean Beauty and Toxins41:53The Ask Me Anything Phenomenon46:53Tyra Banks and the Ice Cream Business54:21Nostalgia for 90s and 2000s Music56:32Emo Music and Personal Reflections57:24The Impact of Iconic Female Artists58:11Concert Memories and Music Evolution59:09Parenting and Cultural Traditions59:41The Role of Music in Our Lives01:00:56Disney Movies and Their Emotional Impact01:02:24Book Recommendations and Literary Discussions01:05:28Reflections on the Year and Future Aspirations_______________________________________________________________________________________________SAGC NEWSLETTER SIGN UP
Glam & Grow - Fashion, Beauty, and Lifestyle Brand Interviews
Maison Louis Marie is rooted in a rich family legacy of botanical exploration and fragrance, beginning with Louis Marie Aubert du Petit Thouars, a pioneering figure in French botanical history. Exiled during the French Revolution to Madagascar, La Réunion, and the Mauritius islands, he spent a decade studying and collecting over 2,000 plant specimens. Upon his return to France, his work earned him election to the prestigious Académie des Sciences. That spirit of curiosity and reverence for nature lives on through the brand today. Founded by Marie and grown in collaboration with her husband, Matthew Berkson, Maison Louis Marie blends heritage with modern sensibility. Together, they are deeply committed to clean beauty and non-toxic fragrance creation. Each scent is thoughtfully composed to be distinctive and memorable, without the use of toxic or environmentally harmful ingredients. All products are cruelty-free, vegan, and crafted with integrity honoring both the past and the planet.In this episode, Marie also discusses:Drawing on her fashion and design background, setting out to make luxury scents, originally candles, more accessible Their viral sensation–No.4 Bois de Balincourt, my personal favoriteWhy their fragrances use a thoughtful balance of both natural essential oils and safe, carefully chosen syntheticsWhy “clean” means creating scents that are both safe and sustainable, without unnecessary irritants, and with complete transparency about what goes into themThe importance of sustainability and their recycling programTheir strong retail partnerships and their own retail store in Los AngelesWe hope you enjoy this episode and gain valuable insights into Marie's journey and the growth of Maison Louis Marie. Don't forget to subscribe to the Glam & Grow podcast for more in-depth conversations with the most incredible brands, founders, and more.Be sure to check out Maison Louis Marie at www.maisonlouismarie.com and on Instagram at @maisonlouismarieRated #1 Best Beauty Business Podcast on FeedPostThis episode is brought to you by WavebreakLeading direct-to-consumer brands hire Wavebreak to turn email marketing into a top revenue driver.Most eCommerce brands don't email right... and it costs them. At Wavebreak, our eCommerce email marketing agency helps qualified brands recapture 7+ figures of lost revenue each year.From abandoned cart emails to Black Friday campaigns, our best-in-class team manage the entire process: strategy, design, copywriting, coding, and testing. All aimed at driving growth, profit, brand recognition, and most importantly, ROI.Curious if Wavebreak is right for you? Reach out at Wavebreak.co
Shopify Masters | The ecommerce business and marketing podcast for ambitious entrepreneurs
Nima Jalali built SALT & STONE out of his apartment into a $100M+ brand, without ever pitching a single retailer. After an ACL injury redirected his path, he created something he desperately wanted but didn't exist, a high quality, clean deodorant, that actually performs. SALT & STONE has now become one of the fastest growing brands in the space to-date by doing things differently. Even right now, every 60 seconds a SALT & STONE deodorant is bought. In this candid conversation Nima opens up about transitioning from a pro surfboarder into the Founder role, what it takes to build a killer team, and what keeps him going. He reveals the counter-intuitive strategy that got Sephora to come to him, and how he iterated his deodorant formula through 5 generations before calling it perfect. You'll Learn: Why going through 5+ product iterations beats launching "good enough"The digital excellence strategy that makes retailers chase you (not the other way around)How to build legacy brand positioning even as a one-person startupWhy getting a "no" from retailers too early can kill your momentumThe mindset shift from solo athlete to team builderThe key to building a digital identity that inspires & attracts customersCHAPTERS: 00:00 Introducing Nima Jalali, Founder & CEO of SALT & STONE3:00 Transitioning from Pro Snowboarder to Business Owner 4:55 The 5 Generations of Product Perfection6:45 How to Think Like Nike When You're a One-Man Show8:13 What Nima Did to Build a Brand Sephora NEEDS to Have10:09 Steps to Achieve Digital Excellence 12:39 SALT & STONE'S Philosophy on: Ingredient Sourcing, Product Development & Testing 19:06 How to Set Your Business Up to Grow Into a Legacy Brand From Day 1 22:07 The Retail Strategy That Never Fails 28:35 Tackling Global Expansion & Managing Expectations as a Founder 29:55 Single Most Impactful Thing NIma Did in The First 6 Months That Made SALT & STONE Successful Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.
In this episode, Emma Cox is joined by Christina Ross, Head of Science & Impact at Credo Beauty, to talk about how this leading clean beauty retailer is redefining what people expect from their products—and from the brands behind them. Christina shares how her background in toxicology and public health shapes her work on Credo's rigorous ingredient standards, and why sustainability, packaging innovation, and supply chain transparency are now non-negotiable for brands who want to lead.Christina discusses the role of science in sustainability strategy, including how systems-based thinking guides Credo's approach to ingredient evaluation and responsible product design. As the largest clean beauty retailer in the U.S., Credo leverages its unique position to raise the bar for more than 130 beauty brands through The Credo Clean Standard™—a framework that combines strict requirements with industry best practices and resources.Christina and Emma unpack the value of certifications, the importance of consumer education, and how Credo's decarbonization strategy is shaping the next phase of climate action in beauty.By the end of the episode, you will understand why clean beauty is not just a marketing label—it's an ongoing commitment to safety, transparency, and environmental responsibility.Don't miss an episode—subscribe to ESG Decoded on your favorite podcast platform and follow us on social for the latest updates!Episode Resources: Credo Beauty's Impact & Standards: https://credobeauty.com/pages/mission PACT Collective – Beauty Packaging Recycling Program: https://www.pactcollective.org/NSF/ANSI 417 – Personal Care Product Certification: https://www.nsf.org/standards/personal-care-products -About ESG Decoded ESG Decoded is a podcast powered by ClimeCo to share updates related to business innovation and sustainability in a clear and actionable manner. Join Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum for thoughtful, nuanced conversations with industry leaders and subject matter experts that explore the complexities about the risks and opportunities connected to (E)nvironmental, (S)ocial and (G)overnance. We like to say that “ESG is everything that's not on your balance sheet.” This leaves room for misunderstanding and oversimplification – two things that we'll bust on this podcast.ESG Decoded | Resource Links Site: https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/Apple Podcasts: https://go.climeco.com/ApplePodcastsSpotify: https://go.climeco.com/SpotifyYouTube Music: https://go.climeco.com/YouTube-MusicLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/*This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio About ClimeCoClimeCo is an award-winning leader in decarbonization, empowering global organizations with customized sustainability pathways. Our respected scientists and industry experts collaborate with companies, governments, and capital markets to develop tailored ESG and decarbonization solutions. Recognized for creating high-quality, impactful projects, ClimeCo is committed to helping clients achieve their goals, maximize environmental assets, and enhance their brand.ClimeCo | Resource LinksSite: https://climeco.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/climeco/IG: https://www.instagram.com/climeco/
Storytelling through Life's Lowest PointsThe moment your voice catches and your chest tightens can feel like the end of your story. For Lauren, it became the beginning. After a postnatal mental health break that made everyday conversations feel impossible, she chose help—counseling, integrative care, and small, steady choices that made life breathable again. That path led her to study aromatherapy seriously, blend with intention, and build Essence One around a simple idea: one honest breath can change a day.We walk through the real climb. Early farmers markets and $30 days. A State Fair booth that forced a leap from “after hours” to full-time. National retail that looks shiny from the outside, and why the spa world—Waldorf Astoria, Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons—was the right fit because it could hold both story and experience. We get specific about missteps too, like the 150,000 bottles ordered on a verbal yes, and the contract lesson that followed. Throughout, Lauren keeps the claims grounded: aromatherapy doesn't cure anxiety or depression; it's a tool alongside therapy, medication, sleep, and movement that invites a deeper inhale when you need it most.This is also a family story. Hiring her husband. Opening a retail shop inside the Disneyland spa. Teaching teens to shrink-wrap, sell, and take pride in work. Noticing when “lazy” is really misalignment—too much caffeine, too little sleep—and drawing new boundaries. We talk about storytelling as strategy and service, supporting teen mental health clubs through Bring Change to Mind, and the quiet role of faith when anxiety spikes before cameras or sales calls: prayer, music, breath, repeat.If you're a mother building a business, or a founder craving less noise and more presence, this conversation offers practical strategies, honest tradeoffs, and a reminder to define your own success. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs a calmer blueprint, and leave a review to help more moms find their breath and their path.Resources:Simon Sinek: https://simonsinek.com/Book: No Mud, No Lotus: The Art of Transforming SufferingConnect with Lauren:Website: Essence OneEmail: info@essenceone.lifeIG: @essenceonelifeTikTok: @essenceonelifeFacebook: Essence One LinkedIn: Lauren VanscoyContact the Host, Kelly Kirk: Email: info.ryh7@gmail.com Get Connected/Follow: The Hue Drop Newsletter: Subscribe Here IG: @ryh_pod & @thekelly.tanke.kirk Facebook: Reclaiming Your Hue Facebook Page CAKES Affiliate Link: KELLYKIRK Credits: Editor: Joseph Kirk Music: Kristofer Tanke Thanks for listening & cheers to Reclaiming Your Hue!
#917: Join us as we sit down with Jena Covello – founder & creative force behind Agent Nateur, a globally acclaimed clean luxury brand spanning supplements, skincare, and haircare. In this episode, Jena shares the unfiltered story of building Agent Nateur from just $300 to a $20M brand, while navigating her own health challenges, including endometriosis & hormonal imbalance. She breaks down the inspiration behind her cult-favorite formulations, opens up about handling online criticism, & reflects on what it truly takes to maintain balance while growing an industry-defining company. To Watch the Show click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To connect with Jena Covello click HERE To connect with Agent Nateur click HERE To connect with Lauryn Bosstick click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE Head to our ShopMy page HERE and LTK page HERE to find all of the products mentioned in each episode. Get your burning questions featured on the show! Leave the Him & Her Show a voicemail at +1 (512) 537-7194. To shop Agent Nateur visit http://AgentNateur.com and use code SKINNY at checkout for 15% off your purchase. This episode is sponsored by The Skinny Confidential Shop The Skinny Confidential x Heaven Mayhem collab now at https://go.shopmy.us/p-35178212. This episode is sponsored by Rebel Spread some holiday cheer (and serious savings) at http://FromRebel.com. This episode is sponsored by Just Thrive Visit https://justthrivehealth.com/discount/TSC and use promo code TSC for 20% off your first order. This episode is sponsored by Geviti Go http://togogeviti.com/skinny and use code SKINNY at checkout for 20% off. This episode is sponsored by Mushie Enjoy 20% off at http://mushie.com with code skinny. This episode is sponsored by Synergy Ready to get started on your very own gut health journey? Visit http://SYNERGYDRINKS.com to find your SYNERGY flavor today. This episode is sponsored by Veracity For 15% off your order, head to http://VeracitySelfCare.com and use code SKINNY. This episode is sponsored by Neiman Marcus If you're looking for gifts that are guaranteed to surprise and delight, head to Neiman Marcus. Produced by Dear Media
Care More Be Better: Social Impact, Sustainability + Regeneration Now
The skin is our biggest detoxification organ, and yet we put things on it that we do not fully understand. To avoid compromising your overall health with poorly made moisturizers and sunscreens, now is the time to give regenerative skincare products a try. Corinna Bellizzi is joined by Megan Douglas, fifth-generation herbalist and founder of The Organic Skin Co., who advocates for natural health, clean beauty, and sustainability. She talks about their holistic products made from organic ingredients and packed in highly sustainable material, which protect the skin and even the entire planet from further damage. Megan also shares practical tips on reducing toxic exposure in your personal care routine, as well as how the entire beauty industry can do its part in addressing the worsening climate crisis. COMPLETE BLOG & TRANSCRIPT: https://caremorebebetter.com/clean-beauty-reimagined-herbal-wisdom-regenerative-skincare-with-megan-douglas/ About Guest: The founder of The Organic Skin Co., Megan Douglas is a fifth-generation herbalist and naturopath who is a passionate advocate for natural health, wellbeing, beauty and sustainability. This passion is the product of her past -from the many hours she spent out the back of her grandmother's health food shop as a child, through her experiences in London as a fashion designer, her work as a naturopath (where she was shocked by the amount of women visiting her with skin problems, most of them caused by environmental stressors and toxins), and by her experiences as a mother, with a daughter who grew up interested in all things skincare and makeup. Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-douglas-87322911/ Guest Website: https://theorganicskinco.com Guest Social: https://www.instagram.com/megan__douglas/ https://www.instagram.com/theorganicskinco/ Show Notes: 02:42 - How Clean Beauty Became Megan's Main Mission 15:59 - Making Sustainability A Non-Negotiable Part Of The Brand 10:43 - Unpacking The Next Gen CO2 Supercritical Extract 21:13 - Creating Sustainable Packaging To Address Plastic Pollution 26:45 - How The Beauty Industry Can Contribute To The Sustainable Movement 33:41 - Be More Responsible With What You're Putting On Your Skin 37:55 - How To Balance Integrity With High Efficacy In Formulas 45:06 - Megan's Biggest Joys And Challenges In Building A Sustainable Brand 46:55 - How To Reduce Toxic Exposure In Your Personal Care Routine 51:48 - The Organic Skin Co. Products That Don't Break The Bank 57:01 - Welcoming Difficult Conversations About Conscious Beauty 59:42 - Episode Wrap-up And Closing Words BUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER Together, we planted 36,044 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. We screamed past our goal of planting 20,000 trees thanks to subscribers like you! NEW CAUSE PARTNER FOR 2025-2026 SELECTED! If you value open dialogue, sustainability, and social equity, I invite you to support our new cause partner — Prescott College. To learn more about this effort and to support the show, visit: https://caremorebebetter.com/support/ Follow us on social media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Hallo Wechseljahre! - Kraftvoll und ausgeglichen durch die Wechseljahre
Stephanie Dettmann, Co-Founderin von und Gretel, spricht über endokrine Disruptoren in Kosmetik und wie Clean Beauty Frauen in den Wechseljahren unterstützen kann. Sie teilt ihre persönliche Erfahrung mit den Wechseljahren und warum Sichtbarkeit in den Wechseljahren mit dem richtigen Mindset beginnt.---------------------------------------------------*WERBUNG: Sponsor der heutigen Episode ist XbyX Code: KRAFTDEZEMBERhttp://xbyx.de/youroptimumAnmeldung kostenfreie Masterclass: https://courses.optimum-you.com/masterclass-wechseljahre-als-chanceZum Ganzkörper Training mit Körpergewicht für nur 7 Euro:https://courses.optimum-you.com/offers/uUR7KQGd/checkoutZum Kurs Kraft&Balance: https://courses.optimum-you.com/kraftundbalance---------------------------------------------------Themen: Endokrine Disruptoren • Clean Beauty vs. Greenwashing • Naturkosmetik-Siegel • Bioidentische Hormone • Perimenopause • Dankbarkeit & Longevity • Frequenzwechsel statt UnsichtbarkeitApps erwähnt: ToxFox, CodeCheck, EWG ⭐ Bewerte diesen Podcast
In today's skin-obsessed world, we are met with ever-emerging beauty trends, viral products, and buzzy cosmetic treatments that aim to do one thing: delay and reverse the dermal signs of aging, while preserving and nourishing the skin barrier. From beef tallow to NAD+ IV therapy to rosemary oil for hair loss and even what seems to be more benign marketing like "clean beauty" claims, how can we determine what truly keeps skin healthy versus what's simply trending?In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Connie Yang, MD, FAAD. Dr. Yang is a board-certified dermatologist and clinical assistant professor of medicine based in New York City. Dr. Yang received her MD from Boston University School of Medicine, spent a dedicated research year focused on pigmentary disorders at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School Department of Dermatology, and completed her Dermatology residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, where she served as Chief Resident of Cosmetics in her final year. Currently, Dr. Yang serves as a physician at PFRANKMD by Dr. Paul Jarrod Frank and an assistant clinical professor at the Icahn School of Medicine Department of Dermatology. Dr. Yang has been featured on Vogue, ELLE, Cosmopolitan, Popsugar, The New York Post, Allure, NBC News, Well+Good, and RealSelf.Follow Friends of Franz Podcast: Website, Instagram, FacebookFollow Christian Franz (Host): Instagram, YouTube
Gregg Renfrew is the founder of Beautycounter and now Counter—a pioneer in the clean beauty movement. Five years after our first exchange, Gregg returns with her story about navigating imposed change. After losing her company, she bought it back out of foreclosure in 48 hours—then let it die to save it. Today, we explore identity collapse, decoupling self-worth from success, why selling control means losing it, and the beauty industry's toxin loopholes. Along the way, we confront rebuilding when everything you've created is stripped away. This is an honest conversation about ego, humility, and the courage to begin again. Enjoy! Show notes + MORE Watch on YouTube Newsletter Sign-Up Today's Sponsors: Go Brewing: Use the code Rich Roll for 15% OFF
Ready to feel confident about what goes on your skin? Join Dr. Adam Brockman for an eye-openingchat with clean beauty advocate Cassandra McClure. Discover the truth about toxic cosmetics, thelatest in safe beauty options, and simple ways to upgrade your daily routine without all theoverwhelm. Cassandra shares her expert insights, personal journey, and practical tips so you canglow from the inside out—naturally. Don't miss this empowering episode on real beauty that's smart,safe, and totally achievable!Special Guest – Cassandra McClure, Creative Director at Clean Living Magazine
Jill Rowe's creative path has been shaped by art, hospitality, and an enduring connection to nature. She began her career in fashion and the NYC art world before turning to film production and culinary work, opening her own restaurant in upstate New York and later running Danny Meyer's Union Square Café . Cooking, community, and the art of caring for people through the senses became the foundation of her work.Seeking a life more rooted in land and craft, Jill moved to the Hudson Valley, where she met her husband, photographer and author Matthew Benson, who restored Stonegate Farm into a vibrant ecosystem of organic produce, botanicals, and creative living. There, Jill co-founded Cultivate Apothecary, a skincare and wellness brand that unites her skills as a chef, sommelier, formulator, and gardener. Working directly with the botanicals she grows, she creates products and rituals designed to reconnect people to nature, nourishment, and themselves.Website: CULTIVATE APOTHECARYUSE DISCOUNT CODE: https://cultivateapothecary.com/discount/spacewithcody20FRIENDS, THIS IS THE BEST HOLIDAY GIFT EVER! ✨ Thank you for tuning into Create the Space with Cody Maher! ✨I hope this episode sparked something in you—a shift, an insight, a reminder to create space for what truly matters.
Omiana challenges surface-level cruelty-free claims by rejecting animal testing across its supply chain and avoiding certification shortcuts. Embracing full ingredient transparency and its Mission: Omission values, the brand prioritizes ethical, sensitive-skin-safe makeup while urging customers to ask questions and shop more consciously. Omiana City: Laguna Beach Address: 1968 South Coast Highway Website: https://www.omiana.com
In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Estella Benz, founder and CEO of Inference Beauty, to explore how data intelligence, ingredient transparency, and AI personalization are reshaping the future of skincare. What began as Estella's frustration with confusing ingredient lists and overwhelming product choices evolved into a powerful technology platform designed to decode beauty — not through trends, but through truth.Estella shares how Inference Beauty translates complex INCI labels into language consumers can understand, offering not just definitions but context: why an ingredient is used, what it does, and how it behaves on real skin. In an era dominated by fear-based “clean beauty” rhetoric, her mission is to bring clarity back to the consumer. “People don't need scare tactics,” she says. “They need understanding.”Through structured data, AI, and environmental analytics, Inference Beauty creates intelligent, personalized product recommendations based on climate, sensitivities, ethical preferences, and biological needs — shifting beauty away from one-size-fits-all marketing into a world built “for each.”As e-commerce grows, Estella envisions dynamic digital experiences where product pages adapt to each user, bridging the long-standing gap between what brands believe they're communicating and what consumers actually understand. Yet even as she champions AI, she emphasizes the irreplaceable role of human expertise — especially for active, medical-grade, or prescriptive products.Tune in to hear how Estella Benz is building the next generation of beauty intelligence — where transparency, personalization, and smart data come together to redefine how we discover and trust skincare.Learn more about Inference Beauty on their website and social media!CHAPTERS:0:27 – Introduction & Guest Welcome1:27 – Estella's Background & Early Inspiration2:31 – The Birth of Inference Beauty4:06 – Market Misconceptions & The Female Consumer Gap5:45 – How Personalization Transforms Shopping6:56 – Ingredient Data, Ethics & Environmental Impact10:05 – Transparency, Clean Beauty & Consumer Education16:36 – The Role of AI in Personalized Beauty23:06 – The Future of Tech, Data & Human Touch in BeautyPlease fill out this survey to give us feedback on the show!Don't forget to subscribe to Skin Anarchy on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred platform.Reach out to us through email with any questions.Sign up for our newsletter!Shop all our episodes and products mentioned through our ShopMy Shelf!*This is a paid collaboration Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Elizabeth Lasswell is a Licensed Skincare Professional and the Founder of Vela Aesthetics & Mercantile, a Holistic Medspa in Charlotte, North Carolina.In the episode, Elizabeth and Haven discuss all things skincare, including what should be in your morning and evening skincare routines, products to use and avoid, why you should be wearing (and reapplying!) SPF every day and her favorite SPF/makeup products. The two also discuss remedies for acne concerns and they cover holistic health factors that affect skin health, including how your nutrition matters just as much as what you put on your skin when it comes to radiant skin. You'll learn so much from Elizabeth in this episode! Give it a listen and share with your friends. Let's Connect!Join the HxH Insiders on Substack!HxH CoachingSupport the show: pledge less than the cost of a cup of coffee each month! Follow Health by Haven on Instagram: @healthbyhaven HxH Recipes, Articles & More: healthbyhaven.com Connect with ElizabethFollow VELA Aesthetics & Mercantile on Instagram: @velacltThank you to our sponsor, Avodah Massage Therapy! Support the show
In this deeply soulful episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with May Lindstrom, founder of May Lindstrom Skin, to explore the intimate connection between sensitivity, ritual, and true nourishment. Known for her artisanal, plant-based formulations and sensory-rich approach to beauty, May shares how her lifelong struggle with eczema led her to create skincare that heals rather than hides — born from necessity, curiosity, and love.Raised in the natural stillness of northern Minnesota, May found refuge in the earth's elements — clays, oils, honey, and herbs — long before “clean beauty” became a movement. “It's not that skincare is bad,” she reflects. “It's just not made for me.” That realization sparked a philosophy rooted in respect for the skin as a living organ, not a canvas for correction. Her formulations — minimal, potent, and entirely natural — focus on feeding the skin what it recognizes, not overwhelming it with synthetics.Her cult-favorite creation, The Blue Cocoon, captures that essence — a calming blue balm made with blue tansy, designed to soothe inflammation, heal sensitivity, and offer a moment of self-grounding. “It's like a hug for your skin,” May says. “A reminder to slow down and care.”This episode is a meditation on slowing down in a world obsessed with surface perfection. Tune in as May Lindstrom and Dr. Ekta explore how skincare can be both science and soul — an act of self-connection that begins and ends with care.Shop May Lindstrom SkinCHAPTERS:0:02 – Introduction & Guest Welcome0:38 – Defining Sensitive Skin & Root Causes2:22 – Early Experiences & Family Influence5:05 – Discovering Natural Healing Through Clay & Plants7:30 – The Unspoken Truth About Sensitive Skin & Industry Gaps8:12 – Treating Skin as an Organ, Not a Surface12:13 – Ingredients to Avoid & The Power of Simplicity17:47 – Creating with Intention: Ritual Over Trend21:39 – The Blue Cocoon: A Symbol of Healing & Ritual25:02 – Nourishment, Longevity & Final ReflectionsPlease fill out this survey to give us feedback on the show!Don't forget to subscribe to Skin Anarchy on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred platform.Reach out to us through email with any questions.Sign up for our newsletter!Shop all our episodes and products mentioned through our ShopMy Shelf! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of The Retail Pilot, Ken Pilot sits down with visionary entrepreneur Gregg Renfrew, founder of BeautyCounter and now Counter, to explore what it truly means to disrupt an industry—twice.After building a billion-dollar brand and selling it to The Carlyle Group, Gregg faced the highs and lows of leadership, loss, and redemption. When BeautyCounter collapsed, she made the bold move to buy it back—relaunching as Counter with a renewed focus on transparency, high performance, and sustainability.Gregg shares her personal journey of reinvention: from navigating private equity to reclaiming her mission, empowering women entrepreneurs, and redefining what clean beauty means today. She also reveals how Counter is using modern tech, authentic storytelling, and a new direct-to-consumer model to reconnect with customers who care about purpose and performance.If you're an entrepreneur, founder, or creative leader determined to rise again after setbacks, this episode offers a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and leading with vision.Show Notes:The environmental wake-up call that sparked Gregg's clean beauty missionHow BeautyCounter grew into a billion-dollar global movementLessons from losing control and the courage it took to buy it backThe strategy and heart behind launching CounterWhy she dropped “Beauty” from the brand name and what it symbolizesThe evolution of community-driven commerce and micro-influencer partnershipsUsing AI, tech, and storytelling to deepen customer relationshipsHow Counter is reshaping clean beauty standards with integrityGregg's advice for women raising capital and owning their power in male-dominated roomsThe importance of humility, courage, and knowing when to reinventListen if you love: stories of comeback, entrepreneurship, clean beauty innovation, and women redefining leadership on their own terms.Subscribe to The Retail Pilot wherever you get your podcasts and visit counter.com to explore the new collection. Use code PILOT20 for 20% off your first order—exclusive for our listeners. Follow @theretailpilot for more founder stories shaping the future of retail.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Meg Crockett is a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach based in New York City. She works with clients to get to the root cause of their chronic symptoms to help them live healthy, pain-free lives. In the episode, Meg shares her personal health journey with endometriosis and battling infections that put her in the ER and in extended hospital stays. She talks about how the experience changed the trajectory of her life and her career and how she now works with clients to heal their chronic conditions. There are so many good nuggets in this episode on topics likeDetoxing from mold, toxins, and heavy metals Hormone healthEmotions and mind-body connectionAir and water filtration Binders and how they can be a tool to remove toxins from the bodyClean home and beauty products productsMeg's favorite workouts in New York CityLet's Connect!Join the HxH Insiders on Substack!Support the show: pledge less than the cost of a cup of coffee each month! Follow Health by Haven on Instagram: @healthbyhaven HxH CoachingHxH Recipes, Articles & More: healthbyhaven.com Connect with Meg!Follow Meg on Instagram: @megcrocketthealthThank you to our sponsor, Avodah Massage Therapy! Support the show
I had the pleasure of sitting down with Emilie Toups, a mother of five and the founder of Toups & Co. Organics - a skincare and makeup company rooted in ancestral wisdom, nutrient-dense ingredients, and the belief that beauty should never come at the expense of health. What started as a single batch of tallow balm in her farmhouse kitchen has become one of the most trusted names in clean beauty. Emilie opens up about her journey from motherhood to entrepreneurship, how she built Toups & Co. from the ground up, and why she believes our skin understands ingredients from nature far better than synthetic ones. We dive into everything from the truth about "clean beauty" myths to how toxins and microplastics sneak into our everyday routines, plus the simple, practical swaps that can make a huge difference for your skin and hormone health. Emilie is a wealth of knowledge and it was so inspiring to talk and learn from her. This conversation is about slowing down, trusting your body, and remembering that less really can be more. Thank you so much Emilie! And everyone needs to try Toups & Co. Organics, the quality is truly top notch.Visit toupsandco.com and use code WITHWHIT at checkout for 15% off your first purchase. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode of FOMO Sapiens, Patrick McGinnis welcomes Gregg Renfrew, the visionary founder behind BeautyCounter and now Counter, for an honest and inspiring conversation about resilience, leadership, and reinvention. Gregg shares how a deep concern for health and the environment led her to pioneer the clean beauty movement, building one of the most trusted brands in the industry. But after selling BeautyCounter to The Carlyle Group at a $1 billion valuation, she faced a painful collapse that forced her to rebuild—personally and professionally. Now, with Counter, Gregg is redefining what “clean” means, focusing on performance, integrity, and community. She discusses how she learned to navigate failure, reframe success, and reclaim her company through grit and empathy. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in entrepreneurship, resilience, and the power of starting over. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From building a billion-dollar beauty empire to starting over at 60, Bobbi Brown's story is one of grit, grace, and growth…but behind her success lies a deep journey of reinvention. Bobbi opens up to Hoda about her mother's struggle with mental illness, her unlikely path to becoming a world-renowned makeup artist, and the moment she walked away from the brand that bore her name. She shares how she rebuilt her life and career with her clean beauty line, Jones Road, what keeps her grounded as a mother and grandmother, and why she believes the best chapters don't end with success, but begin when you find the strength to start over. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We sat down with Urthy Co-founder Jen for a brilliant conversation that explored the roots of the clean living brand, the philosophy behind its luxurious products, and Urthy's exciting future. This interview is a must-listen for anyone passionate about wellness, entrepreneurship, and clean, high-end skincare and home goods. Urthy: Born from Necessity, Rooted in Purpose Jen shared the deeply personal journey behind creating Urthy, explaining that the brand was truly "born out of necessity." * The Gap: Jen recognized a critical gap in the market: a lack of products that were genuinely clean (free from harmful chemicals) yet simultaneously delivered a luxurious, high-end experience. Urthy was created to fill this space, proving that clean living doesn't require sacrificing quality or indulgence. * The Name & Brand: The name "Urthy" itself is grounded and personal, reflecting the company's core philosophy of being rooted in natural goodness and intentional living. Products, Philosophy, and the Atlanta Blend Bar Urthy has mastered the delicate balance between clean and luxurious through a meticulous product development process. * Product Philosophy: The focus is on achieving a rich, luxurious feel while maintaining radical ingredient transparency across its range, which includes home scents, skincare, and new elixirs. * Scent Creation: Jen discussed the artistic process behind creating and naming their signature fragrances, hinting at the inspiration behind the upcoming Fall/Holiday 2025 collection. * The Atlanta Blend Bar + Lab: Urthy offers a unique, hands-on community experience at its Atlanta Blend Bar. This lab allows customers to engage directly with the brand's philosophy and create personalized scents and products. * Corporate Gifting: The brand has seen a rapid expansion into corporate gifting, connecting with teams and brands seeking a thoughtful, wellness-focused approach for client and employee appreciation. Web: https://urthyscents.com/ Looking Ahead: Expansion and Wellness The interview concluded with a look toward the future, as Jen discussed the rituals and lessons that help her balance life as a female founder in the wellness and business space. Expect new launches and expansions as Urthy continues its dream of making clean luxury accessible to all. Ash Brown: Your Ultimate Guide to Inspiration, Empowerment & Action Looking for a motivational speaker, authentic podcaster, or influential media personality who can spark your journey toward personal growth? Meet Ash Brown — a dynamic American powerhouse known for her uplifting energy, relatable wisdom, and unwavering commitment to helping others unlock their full potential. Ash is a:
In this episode of the Wise Woman podcast, Erin Doppelt interviews Rose-Marie Swift, the founder of RMS Beauty. Rose-Marie shares her journey from a childhood in Canada to becoming a renowned makeup artist and entrepreneur. She discusses her health challenges that led her to create a clean beauty brand, emphasizing the importance of intuition and authenticity in business. The conversation covers the birth of RMS products, advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, healthy living, and the future of RMS Beauty. Bio: A pioneer of the clean beauty movement, Rose-Marie Swift is the founder and the spirit of the brand. A master makeup artist for over 30 years, her lightbulb moment was realizing that cosmetics could be made with better, safer ingredients while simultaneously making women more beautiful. Bold, authentic and unwavering in her quest for innovative clean ingredients that perform, she launched RMS in 2009 to clean up the industry and set a higher standard for beauty. Takeaways: Rose-Marie's journey into the beauty industry began with her childhood experiences in Canada. Health challenges prompted Rose-Marie to create RMS Beauty, focusing on clean ingredients. Intuition plays a crucial role in Rose-Marie's decision-making process. The first RMS product was the eye polish, followed by the iconic Living Luminizer. Rose-Marie emphasizes the importance of trusting one's gut and intuition in business. She encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to stick to their vision despite external opinions. Healthy living is a core principle for Rose-Marie, influencing her diet and lifestyle choices. RMS Beauty is committed to using natural ingredients and avoiding harmful chemicals. Rose-Marie's products are designed to enhance natural beauty rather than mask it. The future of RMS Beauty includes new product developments with a focus on clean ingredients. https://www.talkable.com/x/ehBTv1 (use this code for $20 off!) Message Erin on instagram if you'd like to connect @erinrdoppelt
Omiana integrates ingredient education directly into its clean beauty collection pages, giving customers real-time insights into ingredient safety, product care, and formulation transparency. The initiative combines shopping and learning to help consumers make informed, confident choices in clean, sensitive-skin makeup. Omiana City: Laguna Beach Address: 1968 South Coast Highway Website: https://www.omiana.com
Omiana launches its Foundation for Sensitive Skin collection, featuring clean, breathable formulas made without synthetic fragrance, parabens, sulfates, or harsh preservatives. With both titanium dioxide-free and mica-free options, the line offers comfort, coverage, and ingredient transparency for consumers seeking makeup that supports sensitive, reactive skin. Omiana City: Laguna Beach Address: 1968 South Coast Highway Website: https://www.omiana.com
When Jessica and her husband, Miguel, began digging into the hidden toxins in their everyday products, they never imagined it would lead to a complete lifestyle shift—and the birth of a natural skincare brand rooted in faith and family. In this episode, Jessica shares the powerful story behind Evatāsha Beauty, what makes their formulations truly holistic, and how she approaches wellness with both conviction and grace. We talk about decoding labels, balancing sustainability with simplicity, involving your kids in holistic living, and why healing is about so much more than what you put on your skin. If you've ever wondered how to build a home—and a skincare routine—that reflects your values, this conversation is for you.Show notes + Episode Highlights on Living Wisely Well WebsiteConnect Evatasha on InstagramShop Evatasha beauty here!
Did you know the average woman uses 13 products every day, containing 114 unique ingredients a day? The largest sources of ingredient exposures are body care, skin care, and cosmetics. Kaitlyn Schneider is the founder and head of innovation of Aeston West. This newly launched luxury skincare brand uses clean, high-performance ingredients that are sustainably crafted in the USA! Her early experience at Tata Harper deepened her understanding of how chemistry and sustainability intersect in modern skincare. KEY TAKEAWAYS How Kaitlyn went about creating a brand when considering wellness and clean, effective ingredients in the products How the beauty industry has evolved its perspective on clean beauty in relation to what we have in our homes How Aeston West is making clean beauty and clean living less expensive and more achievable How to make healthy skincare and healthy living more of the norm and less of a luxury Key considerations in skin health è You can learn more about Aeston West's 3-step clean skincare routine at https://aestonwest.com/. è Find the link to her site in the show notes at HealthyHomeHacks.com. Be sure to leave a review or rating – five stars are always appreciated. And, if you're not already subscribed…now is a great time!
Laura Thompson is the Co-Founder of Three Ships Beauty, a clean skincare brand that's gone from flea markets to $8.5M+ in annual revenue and nationwide retail. In this episode, we get into her startup journey, how she built traction on a shoestring budget, rebranding, stepping back from Target, smart capital allocation, hiring lessons, and how she's scaling with intention. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Omiana introduces its talc free blush, crafted for sensitive skin with clean, ingredient-transparent formulas. The collection offers vibrant, buildable color without talc, mica, or synthetic fragrance. Omiana City: Laguna Beach Address: 1968 South Coast Highway Website: https://www.omiana.com
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On this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta sits down with Julie Williams, founder of Leaf People, to explore the transformative power of plants, herbalism, and plant-based skincare. Julie takes listeners on a journey from her upbringing in rural Alaska—surrounded by wild forests and medicinal plants—to her global studies in botanical medicine, and ultimately to the creation of a skincare line that celebrates the intelligence of plants.Long before “clean beauty” became a buzzword, Julie envisioned formulations that go beyond the usual staples. Leaf People integrates powerful botanicals like reishi, rhodiola, ginkgo, burdock root, and horsetail, capturing the full spectrum of each plant's chemical and energetic properties. Her approach is holistic, emphasizing whole-plant synergy and honoring the subtle energetics of each ingredient through practices like meditation, Reiki, and blessings by Tibetan monks.Julie also shares her philosophy of ally pairing, inspired by how plants naturally grow together in communities, and how this principle shapes her formulations. Beyond skincare, Leaf People reflects a broader vision of connection—between people, plants, and the environment. From farmers markets to direct customer education, Julie builds a brand rooted in respect, sustainability, and shared ecosystem thinking.This episode is an invitation to discover herbalism, explore the untapped potential of botanicals, and understand how intentional, plant-based skincare can nourish not only your skin but also your connection to nature. Tune in to hear Julie Williams share her journey, the inspiration behind Leaf People, and her perspective on how plants can heal, guide, and transform.To learn more about Leaf People, visit their website and social media. CHAPTERS:(0:00) Julie's Early Life & Introduction to Herbalism(2:45) Global Exploration of Botanical Medicine(3:57) Formal Education in Herbalism(6:55) Complexity of Plant Energetics & Healing(7:34) Clean Beauty & Leaf People's Mission(11:05) Key Medicinal Plants & Their Benefits(14:18) Plant-to-Bottle Philosophy(18:30) Whole Plant vs Extracts: Synergy & Absorption(20:09) Preserving Therapeutic Intelligence(24:03) Energy Work, Meditation & Connection with Plants(28:39) Importance of Plants in Human Life & Well-beingPlease fill out this survey to give us feedback on the show!Don't forget to subscribe to Skin Anarchy on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred platform.Reach out to us through email with any questions.Sign up for our newsletter!Shop all our episodes and products mentioned through our ShopMy Shelf! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What happens when a family legacy meets a bold mission for change? Rochelle Jacobs, co-founder of Naturally Serious, joins us to share how her journey, from watching her Persian grandmother blend skincare from tea leaves to launching a patented antioxidant-rich brand, has been decades in the making. In this inspiring episode, Rochelle shares how her confidence, entrepreneurial roots, and commitment to clean, effective beauty helped shape Naturally Serious into a lifestyle brand women can trust. Rochelle reminds us that confidence is a tool, self-care is non-negotiable, and that skin is more than surface—it's the story we tell the world.
Dry eye management continues to be one of the most important areas in optometry today, impacting nearly every patient who walks into the exam lane. While treatments continue to evolve, one of the greatest tools eye care professionals can leverage is education, helping patients understand the daily habits, products, and risks that affect their ocular […]
Interview with Necia BostonNecia Boston is the founder of B.A.A.B.S. (Blessed and Anointed Beauty Services), a beauty bar and brand offering an array of allergen-free beauty products, services as well as online and traveling learning opportunities for makeup enthusiasts.Due to her own super sensitivity to topical products, Necia knew there had to be other women with the same needs. Her products stay true to her vision of providing top-quality ingredients without the unnecessary additives that often cause reactions and customers have access to full ingredient lists when needed.Born into a military family, Necia Boston got to see the world early on while growing up in Florida, Japan and North Carolina. She earned her BS in Psychology from East Carolina University and her Esthetician License from the Aveda Institute. She is also a Certified Lash Extension Specialist and has obtained her Natural Hair Care License. Necia has worked with some amazing companies, brands and individuals to offer makeup services and contribute make-up expertise.The Beauty Bar location opened in 2012 in Greenville, NC and with the new space, the brand and services offered evolved to fit the needs of the clients they served. In the future B.A.A.B.S. wants to become the go to for all beauty needs for those with skin concerns and the underserved populations in the cosmetic industry. Links:https://www.baabsbeauty.com/pages/meet-the-founder?srsltid=AfmBOookhxbdd0Mp7ibCOzFiOLYN31kkzfDGJKXgfdGpy58H3XUxFlsu https://www.instagram.com/BAABSBEAUTY/ https://www.instagram.com/neciabaabsboston/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/necia-boston-188222188/ News from TheTease.com:https://www.thetease.com/chris-mcmillans-namesake-haircare-brand-is-here/ https://www.thetease.com/andrew-glass-shares-why-it-was-time-to-rebrand-meet-ngs-beauty/ More from TheTease.com:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig)Web: https://www.thetease.com (
Rachel Cook Northway shares with me her personal journey to clean beauty. Her childhood interest in skincare was already influenced by her mother's beauty routine. After an early career in the nonprofit sector, Rachel transitioned into the clean beauty industry and worked with various brands and retailers. And built her expertise and passion.When she was pregnant with her second child, she was diagnosed with breast cancer. This experience propelled her to launch her own business post-remission. Rachel is helping women (and men) to navigate and personalise the clean beauty space.Her beauty philosophy and recommendations are simple but efficient: focus on lips, eyes and underarms as key areas for clean product adoption. She emphasizes efficacy and plant-based alternatives in clean beauty. And has a range of brands that she recommends and curates for individual needs.Rachel also advocates for occasional breaks from deodorant use, especially for breast cancer survivors.Her daily rituals for her personal wellness and recovery are morning prayers, co-sleeping with her youngest child, intermittend fasting and a plant-basesd diet. And she is avid in her workout routine on 6 times per week.For her business she is planning on expanding into her own studio space to receive clients in person. She also feels that it is important to refine the language clean beauty, to emphasize wellness over appearance standards. To learn more about my guest Rachel Cook Northway, please visit her social media pages:Instagram: @thenorthwayeditWebsite: The Northway EditTo learn more about SHIFT HAPPENS, click here To learn more about Claudia's business Curated Conversations and her Salons in New York, Zurich and Berlin, click hereYou can also connect with Claudia on Instagram @shifthappens.podcast and LinkedIn at ClaudiaMahlerNYCThis podcast is created, produced and hosted by Claudia Mahler.Social Media support Magdalena Reckendrees
Five years ago, Stephanie DiPisa launched Solara Suncare with no beauty industry experience — just a mission to create clean, skin-loving sun protection after navigating her children's allergies and her own health challenges. Today, her multi-award-winning mineral sunscreens are sold everywhere from Neiman Marcus to Target, beloved by dermatologists, celebrities, and makeup artists alike. In this episode, Steph reveals the biggest myths about SPF, the red-flag ingredients hiding in your beauty bag, and how spirituality, manifestation, and her Sicilian heritage inspire both her products and her daily rituals. What You'll Learn in This Episode: The surprising personal journey that led Steph to launch Solara Suncare How to spot greenwashing in beauty and suncare products The biggest red-flag ingredients in conventional sunscreens Steph's top non-negotiables for healthy skin Myths about sun exposure that need rewriting How to actually read a sunscreen label The role of spirituality, manifestation, and abundance in her business How Sicilian heritage and traditions influence her self-care and beauty rituals Why the sun isn't bad for you — and how we actually need it to live What products Steph would throw out if she found them in your drawer at home Endocrine disruptors in skincare US vs. European chemical regulations Links, Codes & Resources: Solara Suncare: Solarasuncare.com Follow Solara Suncare: https://www.instagram.com/solarasuncare/ Connect with Steph: https://www.instagram.com/stephdipisa/ Steph was SO generous to give us a discount code for our community. Use code SLIGHTLYSPIRITUAL for 20% off Solara Suncare at https://solarasuncare.com If this episode spoke to you, subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/slig…od/id1542525641 Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/slightlyspiritualpod/ Follow Cindy on Instagram: www.instagram.com/revealingsoul/ Follow Ali on Instagram: www.instagram.com/alitmoresco/ WE NEED YOUR HELP! Our "core conversation" event, “Modern Day Spirituality: Connect Within to Build Success,” is up for consideration at SXSW this year, and it would mean the world to us to bring this message to the stage. Please head to the link below and cast your vote for Ali and Cindy's session! Voting ends August 24th! https://participate.sxsw.com/flow/sxsw/sxsw26/community-voting-sxsw-auth/page/community-voting/session/1753113024016001r9BQ
In this inspiring episode, we're joined by Melissa Meyers, the Founder and Creative Director of The Glow Girl—a lifestyle blog dedicated to helping women over 40 live their most radiant lives. Melissa is a Los Angeles-based social media influencer, clean beauty expert, and lifestyle contributor with over 20 years of editorial experience in beauty, fashion, wellness, and travel. We dive into her powerful journey of transformation after moving from NYC to LA, adopting a clean lifestyle after health issues, and how that shift led to her clean beauty revolution. Melissa shares her favorite non-toxic products, self-care rituals, and the daily habits that keep her glowing at 54. You'll learn:✨ What inspired Melissa to create The Glow Girl
"I think one of the biggest things to convey to anybody who wants to start a business is know what you're good at, know what you like, and know what you're not good at, and then outsource that. Because that's going to help get the business to where you wanna go." —Arielle Moody Ever wonder if you're settling for “good enough” when you could be living—and choosing—so much better? If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the choices you make for your body, your business, or your family, this episode is your permission slip to trust your gut, question the status quo, and demand more from what you put on your skin and into your life. Arielle Moody, a seasoned beauty industry expert and co-founder of Mama Sol, turned her personal quest for safe, effective products into a thriving business that puts wellness and integrity first. Her journey from industry insider to innovative entrepreneur brings a fresh, no-nonsense perspective on why what's inside—both products and people—matters most. Hit play for a candid look at how intentional living, ingredient transparency, self-belief, and values-driven choices shape everything from entrepreneurship and family business to work-life balance, clinical testing, and creating wellness products that truly multitask. Meet Arielle: While pregnant with her first child, shocked by how many toxic ingredients were lurking in everyday products, and after trying dozens of natural mineral sunscreens, Arielle was determined to create one that 1) didn't make her immediately want to wash her face, and 2) didn't leave a white cast on her skin. Oh, and it needed to be something she looked forward to using daily. No biggie. As Mama Sol's product development whisperer, Arielle has been immersed in the beauty industry her entire adult life. Starting as a beauty sales trainer for Smashbox, Dr. Perricone, and Bite Beauty, then rising to become the head of product development for Skinn Cosmetics and, most recently, the head of sales for a leading cosmetics packaging and formulation company, she's always known one thing—that she would one day create her own product, something truly different that had never been seen before. Website Instagram Facebook TikTok Connect with NextGen Purpose: Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Episode Highlights: 03:19 Fulfilling a Long-Time Dream 06:16 Inclusive Formulations and Non-Nano Zinc Oxide 13:41 Bootstrapping and Business Growth 18:30 Work-Life Balance 21:20 Ingredient Philosophy and Product Development 28:11 Family Dynamics and Business Challenges 31:20 The Mamasol Expert Series Podcast Resources: Book Infinite Possibilities: The Art of Living Your Dreams: https://a.co/d/3wGFDX0 Discount Get a special discount when you shop at: https://www.shopmamasol.com/ Use code: EssentialMama15
Have you heard the news? Clean beauty is out. Dirty beauty is in. This week on Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist and CEO of Formula Botanica, speaks with Stephen Smith, the regenerative entrepreneur behind Nuturn – a pioneering skincare ingredient complex that redefines what it means to be effective, ethical, and elemental. If you've ever questioned whether clean beauty has become too clinical, too sanitised, and too disconnected from nature, then this episode is for you. Free Resources Free formulation course | Green Beauty Conversations Podcast | Blog | YouTube Socials: Formula Botanica on Instagram | Lorraine Dallmeier on Instagram
In this episode, Melissa is joined by Laney Crowell, founder and CEO of the clean beauty brand Saie, for a conversation about what “clean” really means in the beauty industry—and how it goes far beyond ingredients. Laney shares her journey from working in traditional beauty to getting a universal nudge to create something more intentional. She opens up about building Saie from the ground up, what it's like to lead a company through rapid growth, and the emotional weight of being a founder. Melissa reflects on her own shift toward clean living, and why Saie's mission deeply resonates. This is a grounded, inspiring conversation about creating with purpose, staying true to your values, and redefining beauty from the inside out.You can shop all Saie Beauty at sephora.com or saiehello.com. Follow us on Instagram at @melissawoodtepperberg and @melissawoodhealthLimited Time Offer: Use code movewithheart when you sign up for a monthly membership to get your first month FREE on melissawoodhealth.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Live from the LEAD Summit, Sandy Hernandez sits down with Sarah Angelmar, Executive Director of Customer Experience at Clarins Group, the brand that helped define “clean beauty” before it was a trend. From their AI chatbot "Cara" to the emotional science behind loyalty, Sarah reveals how Clarins blends 71 years of family heritage with bold CX innovation. Timestamps [02:00] – Clarins' roots: From plant science to prestige skincare [05:30] – "Cara": The AI chatbot that supports (not replaces) beauty advisors [08:15] – Why Clarins became a B-Corp, and what it means for customers [11:45] – Rethinking loyalty: No points. No gimmicks. Just trust. [15:20] – How customer emotion informs CX design [19:10] – Family-owned in a corporate world: Moving fast without losing soul ✨ “We don't want to be transactional. We want to be unforgettable” — Sarah Angelmar Join our global retail community: www.globalretailleaders.com
In this radiant episode of The Freq Show, Jaclyn sits down with Melissa Lenberg, the founder of Citrine Natural Beauty Bar — one of the first clean beauty destinations of its kind. They talk about building a soulful business from the ground up, the power of rituals, how Melissa detoxed her beauty routine, and the energetic side of entrepreneurship. Melissa shares her personal favorite products, how she protects her energy, and what it really means to glow from within.
Adrienne is sharing her recent episodes from the Modern Wellness Podcast. Follow or Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!First up, Oli, Sammi and Adrienne look at the ever expanding world of vitamins and supplements. Noting that it's important to understand which vitamins and minerals you can get too much of, like vitamin C and calcium. Read the Cleveland Clinic article here: Yes, You Can Take Too Many VitaminsThen the team discuss ChatGPT and the impact it's having on our ability to think critically, but will the team agree on the damage versus benefit scale? Read Time's article: ChatGPT May Be Eroding Critical Thinking Skills, According to a New MIT StudyAnd in trending Adrienne looks at Clean Beauty - will it go the way of animal testing? Don't forget to rate/review and subscribe or follow!You can follow the show and send in your questions to @modernwellnesspodcast or email questions@modernwellnesspodcast.comAnd follow the hosts Adrienne @adrienne_ldn, Sammi @sammiadhami, and Oli @_olipatrick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hillary Peterson is a pioneer in the world of clean beauty. After experiencing a cancer diagnosis in her 30s, Hillary began to examine all of the ways that toxins and chemicals found their way into her body. She was especially shocked to learn about the many harmful chemicals in traditional skincare. Thus, True Botanicals was born. Today, Hillary will share her philosophy on beauty and she'll serve as a guide for making safe and healthy choices when buying beauty and household products. You'll learn about: How a cancer diagnosis led Hillary to start True Botanicals The truth about your skin's barrier (or lack of barrier) for allowing toxins into your body Where to get guidance to help you choose healthy products for your body Five products you should use everyday for great skin The quest to leave behind the term ‘anti-aging' in the beauty industry How to get started if you're ready to transition your products to healthier options Visit www.shopmy.us/erintreloar to shop my True Botanicals favorites! If you would like to learn more about clean products, check out these independent certifications: www.madesafe.org www.ewg.org Are you loving the show? We'd be so grateful if you could share the show with a friend, and leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcasts! Connect with Erin and Raw Beauty Talks: Instagram Website See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Hillary Peterson is a pioneer in the world of clean beauty. After experiencing a cancer diagnosis in her 30s, Hillary began to examine all of the ways that toxins and chemicals found their way into her body. She was especially shocked to learn about the many harmful chemicals in traditional skincare. Thus, True Botanicals was born. Today, Hillary will share her philosophy on beauty and she'll serve as a guide for making safe and healthy choices when buying beauty and household products. You'll learn about: How a cancer diagnosis led Hillary to start True Botanicals The truth about your skin's barrier (or lack of barrier) for allowing toxins into your body Where to get guidance to help you choose healthy products for your body Five products you should use everyday for great skin The quest to leave behind the term ‘anti-aging' in the beauty industry How to get started if you're ready to transition your products to healthier options Visit www.shopmy.us/erintreloar to shop my True Botanicals favorites! If you would like to learn more about clean products, check out these independent certifications: www.madesafe.org www.ewg.org Are you loving the show? We'd be so grateful if you could share the show with a friend, and leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcasts! Connect with Erin and Raw Beauty Talks: Instagram Website
For too long, the pursuit of healthy, radiant skin has been plagued by superficial fixes and a toxic industry. What if everything you thought you knew about your skincare routine was actively sabotaging your glow? High performers understand the importance of optimizing every aspect of their health, yet many unknowingly apply harmful chemicals daily, leading to persistent issues and an inability to achieve true dermal vitality. This episode dares to ask the uncomfortable questions about what's really going onto (and into) your largest organ.Enter Andy Hnilo, the visionary behind Alitura Naturals, whose radical quest for skin purity began with a near-fatal accident and an urgent need for genuine healing. In this groundbreaking conversation, Andy pulls back the curtain on the industry's biggest lies and reveals the profound truth of ancestral alchemy and ingredient integrity. You'll discover why true skin health isn't found in a lab-grown concoction, but in nature's most potent, intentionally sourced elements that work in synergy with your body.Prepare to redefine beauty as you know it. Andy shares his unconventional philosophy and the exact principles that allowed him to achieve a visible, "unstoppable radiance" from the inside out. From the surprising benefits of meteorite powder to the healing power of ancient clays and bee products, this conversation will challenge your assumptions and equip you with a new blueprint for skin that doesn't just look healthy, but is healthy. If you're ready to move beyond the mainstream and unlock your skin's true potential, this episode is a non-negotiable listen.
Alina Roytberg and Lev Glazman, co-founders of Fresh, built one of the first modern skincare brands rooted in natural ingredients, sensorial experience, and emotional connection—long before “clean beauty” became a trend. In this episode, they share how they turned a personal frustration with conventional products into a business that caught the attention of Barneys, Sephora, and eventually LVMH. We talk about the $10,000 gamble that launched their first store, the soap that flew off shelves without any marketing, and the costly mistake of chasing too many opportunities at once. They also open up about what it was really like being acquired by a luxury giant, maintaining creative control, and why clarity, discipline, and customer trust are still their guiding principles. This is a conversation about growth with intention, learning through missteps, and staying connected to the original spark that started it all. While our last episode officially wrapped Season 5, we couldn't resist sharing this bonus conversation before we take a short break. We'll be back next season—one more story of risk, resilience, and the long game of building something meaningful. Key Takeaways and Topics: The emotional and sensory philosophy behind Fresh's product development Why their soaps sold out at Barneys within days—and what they did next The failed attempt to launch a subbrand (Index) at Bergdorf and the costly lesson in diluted focus Building a brand through education and storytelling—before the internet The early days of clean beauty and why they focused on what's in the product How LVMH acquired Fresh while allowing the founders to retain autonomy and creative control Navigating acquisition and learning how to lead within a global conglomerate The Failure Factor Podcast was brought to you by Off The Field Coaching. Explore working with one of our coaches at http://offthefieldcoaching.com Hosted by Megan Bruneau: therapist, executive coach, speaker, Forbes contributor, and host of The Failure Factor. For more info, visit https://meganbruneau.com Follow Fresh Fresh IG: https://www.instagram.com/freshbeauty Website: https://www.fresh.com/ Follow Megan Ig: https://www.instagram.com/meganjbruneau/ In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-j-bruneau-m-a-rcc Subscribe to the podcast newsletter at https://thefailurefactorpodcast.com
This week in the guest chair, I'm joined by Tisha Thompson, the founder and CEO of LYS Beauty, the first Black-owned clean cosmetics brand to be carried at Sephora. Tisha shares her inspiring path from staff accountant and part-time makeup artist to leading her own beauty brand that launched during the pandemic and quickly sold out in 10 days. In this episode, Tisha breaks down how she strategically pivoted from finance to beauty marketing, cold-pitched Sephora with a bold email (before she even launched!), and developed products that center clean ingredients and inclusivity. Her brand LYS, short for Love Yourself, is not only disrupting the beauty space with triangle packaging and affirmational product names—but it's also remained profitable every year since launch.In this episode she shares:How she got her foot in the beauty industry using her finance backgroundWhy she took a demotion to pivot industriesHow personal loss and purpose led her to finally launch LYS BeautyWhat made Sephora say "yes" to a brand that hadn't even launched yetHow she developed 35 inclusive foundation shades with a clean formulationWhy representation and self-love are at the heart of her business modelHighlights Include: 00:00 Intro02:10 How a staff accountant became a makeup artist04:50 Taking a demotion to move into marketing10:54 Losing her dad and finding the courage to launch15:45 Cold-pitching Sephora and landing a deal pre-launch20:00 What clean beauty means to her (and her skin)27:00 Packaging, affirmations, and triangle symbolism30:00 Navigating DEI backlash and economic shifts45:00 Building a team and staying profitableCheck out episode 467 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.Links mentioned in this episodeLYS Beauty Website: https://lysbeauty.comLYS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lysbeautyofficial/Tisha's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glamourgirl5/Cosmoprof: https://cosmoprofnorthamerica.comMakeUp In Trade Shows: https://www.makeup-in.comLuxepack: https://www.luxepack.comClick here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you're looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebookGuest Social Media InfoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/glamourgirl5/LYS Beauty Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lysbeautyofficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rosie Johnston is the founder of the clean fragrance line By Rosie Jane. Johnston originally trained as a makeup artist and began working in London, then moved to Los Angeles, where she continued to build her skills and clientele. In 2003, she founded Rosie Jane Cosmetics, which offered an ahead-of-its-time multipurpose lip and cheek pot. While the venture didn't last, she realized she had a love and knack for making her own products. She then created her signature scent, wearing it to shoots, hoping that it would make her memorable to clients and help her to book more jobs. But when clients and friends began asking to purchase the scent, something clicked. She began producing larger quantities, and soon after, By Rosie Jane was born. Since launching in 2010, By Rosie Jane has expanded from one scent to seven. It's also formulated perfumes, perfume oils, and a suite of bodycare products. The brand is consistently one of Sephora's top-selling fragrance brands, and last year reached $10 million in revenue, making it one of the most recognizable clean fragrance brands on the market today.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#840: Join us as we sit down with OSEA Founders – Jenefer & Melissa Palmer, the powerhouse mother-daughter duo behind the iconic family-owned clean skincare brand, OSEA Malibu. Since day one, OSEA has remained committed to put their values into every product they make & into everything they do. As pioneers for clean beauty, OSEA is known for its commitment to sustainability & clean beauty. In this episode, Jenefer & Melissa share the evolution of OSEA Malibu, the healing power of the sea, the importance of clean ingredients, & share their personal wellness rituals – including the powerful practice of vagus nerve activation! To Watch the Show click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To connect with OSEA click HERE To connect with Lauryn Bosstick click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE Get your burning questions featured on the show! Leave the Him & Her Show a voicemail at +1 (512) 537-7194. This episode is brought to you by The Skinny Confidential Head to the HIM & HER Show ShopMy page HERE and LTK page HERE to find all of Michael and Lauryn's favorite products mentioned on their latest episodes. This episode is sponsored by OSEA Visit oseamalibu.com and use code SKINNY for 15% off your first purchase. Produced by Dear Media