Podcasts about green beauty

Do you have clients who are sensitive to the chemicals used in salon products? Do you want to make your salon more sustainable and reduce waste? It can be daunting to know where to start when it comes to vetting products that claim to be "cleaner," or moving on from tried and true favorites. That's where Sophia James can help. Sophia James is an independent stylist specializing in vivids and razor cuts, and a green beauty educator (Green Artist) with the Green Beauty Community Foundation, based in Dallas Texas and Denver, Colorado. In this episode, you'll learn how to get started with brands, packaging, recycling, working with sensitive clients, and more. Your salon can go green without sacrificing beauty. Follow Sophia James on Instagram @indiehavenstudioLearn more about salon recycling with Terracycle.  Follow Summit Salon Business Center on Instagram @SummitSalon, and on TikTok at SummitSalon. SUMM IT UP is now on YouTube! Watch extended cuts of our interviews at www.youtube.com/@summitunlockedFind host Blake Reed Evans on Instagram @BlakeReedEvans and on TikTok at blakereedevans. His DM's are always open! You can email Blake at bevans@summitsalon.com. Visit us at SummitSalon.com to connect with others in the industry.

Sponsored by Green Beauty Community Foundationhttps://bit.ly/GBCGreenPledge Sponsored by Innersense X Hello Salon Prohttps://thetease.shop/products/hello-salon-pro-subscription-boxInterview with Kimberly Loomis:Kimberly Loomis is the proud owner of Urban Posh Salon, a Cruelty-Free, Vegan, Sustainable, and Gender-Neutral salon nestled in the heart of Columbus, Ohio. Alongside running her salon, she is also the visionary behind Free Your Mind unbranded Education.Her journey in the beauty industry has taken her around the globe, collaborating/educating with renowned brands, styling for magazine shoots, on set, and leading the charge as a lead stylist at New York Fashion Week. Kimberly is deeply committed to nurturing the next generation of beauty professionals, She's mentored for Beauty Changes Lives and is serving on the advisory board of a local beauty school to shape curriculum and mentor beauty school students.Kimberly's dedication and expertise have earned her recognition, including being named one of Top 100 colorist in the world with Davines, and serving as a Face of Sola Salons. Recently, she formally held the esteemed position of Director of Education for Sola Salons Columbus. Currently, she's in the role of community coordinator for the Green Beauty Community non-profit. Links:https://www.solasalonstudios.com/salon-professional/kimberly-loomis1https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-loomis-953a47197/https://greenbeautycommunity.com/2023/07/community-spotlight-kimberly-loomis/ https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyloomis/ News from TheTease.com: https://www.thetease.com/blissoma-founder-julie-longyear-on-how-the-rising-tariffs-will-impact-her-business-and-others-in-the-beauty-industry/ https://www.thetease.com/calico-hair-is-everywhere-heres-how-to-get-it/ Rate The Look:Jessie MurphQueen LatifahLady GagaMore 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:

In this episode of the EcoPreneur's Edge series, Mikee and I welcome Daniel Johnson, founder of the Green Beauty Community. We discuss the importance of sustainability in the beauty industry, Daniel's personal journey from repairing salon equipment to advocating for eco-friendly practices, and the challenges faced in building a community focused on sustainable beauty. The conversation emphasizes the need for genuine discussions about sustainability and the upcoming Green Pledge initiative aimed at inspiring the beauty industry to commit to more sustainable practices. Connect with Daniel: Website: https://greenbeautycommunity.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-johnson-05157a96/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenbeautycommunityfoundation/ CONNECT WITH MIKEE: https://linktr.ee/Metromikee?fbclid=IwY2xjawElovdleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHai92-qRTCtEdJoMFbygQS9wCZFwucuhEP-f8N6l8yBGp5GvPwt66f1T_A_aem_djwcfRMBzKyHAU9Xt6Bnug Connect with us: What the Nell!? Podcast Website Join the What the Nell!? Podcast Facebook group HERE! Grab a copy of Nell's #1 Bestseller, Curvature of the Career, HERE! Connect with Nell on Social Media: Facebook Instagram Produced by enTICEing Media, LLC  

In today's episode, we're diving into the world of clean beauty with the incredible founder of Lauren Brooke Cosmetiques! She shares her inspiring journey from chronic exhaustion to building a clean beauty empire focused on non-toxic, skin-loving products. We'll also explore how to swap out popular beauty items, like Charlotte Tilbury's iconic products and my NyX glosses, for safer, non-toxic alternatives. Plus, hear about the ingredients to avoid and how to make smarter beauty choices. So, are you ready to: Find out which non-toxic products can replace your Charlotte Tilbury favorites? Learn about the harmful ingredients hiding in your makeup and skincare? Discover what it really takes to get that coveted EWG rating for a clean beauty product? Want to know how you can achieve radiant, healthy skin without the toxins? Tune in for this insightful conversation and walk away with clean beauty swaps and tips that'll leave you glowing! Stay glowy my friends! XX, Lindsey Next Steps: Book a ONE on ONE Skincare Routine coaching call with me to get you Radiant skin!  LISTEN TO EXCLUSIVE PODCAST CONTENT and Download our FREE Esthetician led Skincare app: Apple IOS  Here OR Google Play Here Download my Free 7 Day Skincare Guide: Here If you liked this episode, you will also like this one : Discover Your Skin type: HERE Favorite Skincare Products HERE Connect with me:  @lindseyrholder and @spaskinandbeauty  Leave a review and get instant access to my  48 Hour Skincare Makeover Guide: HERE Listen to related episodes: Spring Skincare Refresh – Back to Basics Goodbye Wrinkles: The Ultimate Guide to Frownies as a Natural Botox Alternative Discovering Japan & Morocco Beauty Rituals to add into your Skincare routine  

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 Socials: Formula Botanica on Instagram | Lorraine Dallmeier on Instagram

Show Notes: In this episode of Unleashed, Will Bachman interviews Bart Sayer, an expert on the beauty industry. Bart worked for nine years at the Estée Lauder Companies, most recently as the International General Manager for one of its largest brands, Clinique, managing the $1B P&L. Previously, Bart was a partner at Booz & Company (now Strategy&, part of PwC), focused on strategy and commercial transformation in the Consumer & Retail sectors. The conversation focuses on understanding the structure of the beauty market and the main drivers of value creation.   The Beauty Industry Explained Bart explains that the beauty industry is divided into four main categories: skincare, makeup, hair, care, and body. The market is divided into luxury and mass segments, with luxury beauty expected to grow between six and 8% in the foreseeable future. Taking the example of the United States, mass brands are more likely to be found in drugstores, such as Walgreens and CVs. Premium brands are more available in department stores or specialty multi, such as Sephora and Ulta, and a third channel being direct to consumer. At Estee Lauder they believed that distribution defines your equity, so prestige brands are careful about where they appear, hence the careful consideration and strict conditions associated with entering a channel like Amazon. Looking beyond the NA market, Travel Retail has been an important growth vehicle for luxury beauty brands over the past decade, though this growth has tempered in the past few years. Future growth of the beauty industry will remain defined by its two largest markets, the United States and China, while up-and-coming middle market countries will also represent attractive opportunities (e.g., India, Mexico, Brazil).   Manufacturing, Testing and Ingredients The ingredients in mass and prestige products can differ in terms of the scarcity or rarity of the actives, including use of proprietary ingredients and formulations. Formulation philosophies vary widely across different entities. Many brands, for example, put extra protections in place to ensure product safety for sensitive skin and/or to conduct rigorous allergy testing. Bart discusses the importance of clinical testing in product and research development, highlighting that it is a high barrier to entry for indie brands. He also discusses the evolution of more nimble production models, including the prevalence of contract manufacturers that can manufacture the latest ingredients and bespoke formulations in quicker and more cost-effective ways than many of the brands themselves. This approach is not binary, as L'Oreal has over 40 different manufacturing facilities worldwide. Before leaving the manufacturing discussion, Bart quickly hit upon another topic, that of the evolution to more earned media-led marketing models, whereby companies seize organic market buzz before amplifying these messages with paid media. Local vs. Global Adaptation The concept of local versus global adaptation is crucial in the beauty industry. Brands must find a locally relevant articulation of their brand essence. Large media companies often have global ambassadors who can speak for the brand, but if a local face is not available, the brand may not get the traction needed. To succeed, brands must be more reactive to local market trends, deploying local influencers, tailored messaging and selecting locally relevant forums for generating PR, both online and offline.   Indie and Newer Brands The conversation turned to the shift towards indie and newer brands in the beauty retail industry. The reasons behind the growth of the indies include lower barriers to entry on social media channels, an agile marketing model, the wide availability of contract manufacturers, and channel partners like Sephora that are focused on curating exclusive collections of the next “it” beauty brands. Often for these indie brands, the problem is not the launch itself (recruitment), but the stickiness (retention). Many of these companies struggle with repeat purchases, which are the key to success.   Sales and Distribution in the Beauty Industry Bart discussed several high growth channels, including Sephora, a leading premium beauty retailer owned by the LVMH group, travel retailer and beauty e-tailers such as Zalando and Notino. Traditional points of distribution, such as department stores and perfumeries, have seen slower growth, especially in the West (and far less so in the East). Whatever the channel, the importance of constructing good “self-navigating experience” for prestige consumers is key. Across many of these newer retailers, clean beauty is a key theme, as is green and sustainable, free of parabens, sulfates, certain ingredients and fragrances. This raises the bar for brands to prove their bona fides in terms of ingredient publishing and sourcing. The conversation then pivoted to challenges in the supply chain, including shelf life of products (especially for consumers in the East) and SKU proliferation.   Demand Forecasting Robust demand forecasting is crucial for brands to succeed to avoid out-of-stock situations and, conversely, the proliferation of excess. This can be particularly problematic when trying to create buzz and excitement with limited edition collections such as those sold over the holidays. Given profit, brand equity and sustainability concerns, rands have increasingly tried to err on the side of caution in their forecasts (FOMO). SKU periphery proliferation is another issue that brands are constantly fighting, seeking a balance between getting new out there while staying consistent and building out their portfolio. Store Design and Staffing Models In department stores, cosmetics brands often have significant control over the design of their stores, including all signage, key visuals and other elements of visual merchandising (e.g., gondola design, planogram setup). Done correctly, these can be huge differentiators. Unsurprisingly, prestige beauty brands have armies of store design, visual merchandising and staff (beauty advisor) education teams. Cost sharing with retail partners – CAPEX, staffing, promo – vary by channel and partner, thus representing a critical point in commercial negotiations (along with other topics like trade margin).   The Lucrative Nature of the Beauty Industry  The cosmetics industry is a highly lucrative business with operating profits ranging from 10 to 25%. Gross margins can be 65% or more, depending on the brand and the type of product. Highest gross margin categories include skincare and luxury fragrances. However, there is no room for complacency, with many waging a constant war to lower the cost of goods through a combination of gross to net improvements, price increases, mix optimization, promo efficiencies and, of course, manufacturing savings. A hero-product focus is needed to get scale, thus providing ballast for marketing investments. Premiumization trade trends are continuing across categories and subcategories, with no sign of these trends abating.  Timestamps: 03:30: Structure of the Cosmetics Industry and Market Segments 05:26: Specialty Channels and Distribution Strategies  07:58: Differences Between Mass and Prestige Brands 10:06: Analyzing the Cosmetics Industry: Product and Research Development  13:44: Marketing and Consumer Insights 18:33: Sales and Distribution Channels 22:49: Operations and Supply Chain  31:57: Gross Margin Analysis and Financial Performance  Website Links: #1, Beauty Market Outlook: https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/consumer-packaged-goods/our-insights/the-beauty-boom-and-beyond-can-the-industry-maintain-its-growth #2, FDA Regulations of Cosmetics: https://www.fda.gov/cosmetics/cosmetics-science-research/product-testing-cosmetics #3, Risk of Indie Beauty Brands: https://cosmeticsbusiness.com/how-indie-beauty-brands-can-break-america#:~:text=Indie%20brands%20are%20greatly%20influencing,and%20most%20likely%20through%202025. #4, Beauty and Travel Retail: https://wwd.com/beauty-industry-news/beauty-features/tackling-beautys-travel-retail-conundrum-estee-lauder-loreal-clarins-bulgari-dfs-heinemann-1236682262/ #5, Green Beauty: https://www.forbes.com/sites/meimeifox/2023/12/22/green-glamour-12-clean-beauty-brands-leading-the-eco-revolution/ #6, Beauty & Supply Chain Challenges: https://www.voguebusiness.com/beauty/new-ingredients-higher-prices-reformulating-beauty-in-the-supply-crisis #7, QVC and Beauty: https://entm.ag/1wEfOci #8, Love, Indus (company referenced by Will and I during the discussion): https://loveindus.com/collections/shop?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAkJO8BhCGARIsAMkswyiVNdA36DRltbku4DqHeLj-dAbZxAfsVOWmkyEP6Ah9bsxaNi3L4g4aAqP4EALw_wcB Unleashed is produced by Umbrex, which has a mission of connecting independent management consultants with one another, creating opportunities for members to meet, build relationships, and share lessons learned. 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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. Listen now as Lorraine and Ashlee explore the future of fragrance.   Free Resources Free formulation course | Green Beauty Conversations Podcast | Blog | YouTube Socials: Formula Botanica on Instagram | Lorraine Dallmeier on Instagram

233: The Difference Between “Clean Beauty” and “Green Beauty”, Product Recommendations for All Skin Types, and Ingredients to Avoid in Your Beauty Routine with Maria Velve RE-RELEASE   This week on the podcast I am joined by Maria Velve. Maria is a passionate certified makeup artist and green beauty expert who believes what you put on your skin should leave you looking and feeling like you, only better. Described as an “educator and an artist” by her clients, Maria loves teaching what she preaches and inspiring women to take their beauty into their own hands. She is the founder of Green Beauty Curator, a service and product-based business, which helps women transition to cleaner beauty products without the overwhelm. Maria teaches her clients how to choose green, clean products that work but won't break the bank. She also loves teaching makeup tips and tricks that can help boost confidence while supporting clean, female-owned Canadian beauty brands through her online shop.   On this episode we talk about the difference between green beauty and clean beauty, ingredients to avoid in your beauty products, and top brands she recommends for make-up, skincare and hair. We also discuss her top product recommendations for dry and dehydrated skin, acne prone and oily skin, pregnancy skin, mature skin, and so much more! ------------------------------------- Connect with Meghan: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠TikTok⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠ To Email the Show: ⁠info@balancebymeghan.com⁠ Connect with Maria: Instagram⁠ | Website⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ ------------------------------- ⁠Shop my Amazon Store Front⁠ where I link all my favourite wellness, lifestyle, and beauty products and brands. ---------------------------------- Join me by practicing yoga and fitness in the comfort of your home! Click ⁠here for my YouTube channel.   ---------------------------------------------- Living Libations is giving all Balance Your Life Podcast Listeners 10% off when you use code balanceyourlife at checkout, or you can use this link here.   ------------------------------------------                              Do you want to win my signature product, the belly bump butter and belly bump body oil? You could also win the Yoga Mama Journey program and guide. All you have to do is rate the review and show! I'll be going through the reviews and randomly picking winners to receive either my belly bump butter, belly bump oil, or my signature program; yoga mama journey. Leave your Instagram handle in the review, or take a screenshot of your review and DM me on Instagram @balancebymeghan or email me info@balancebymeghan.com with your review and you'll be entered to win the giveaway! Good luck!

Hello Everyone, welcome to the Dr. Nirvana Podcast! On this episode, I dive into the topic of the toxic effects of blue light on your skin. Did you know that blue light can accelerate aging skin? Yep, that's right! It can lead to premature aging of the skin, causing wrinkles, dark spots and fine lines. I discuss what you can do to protect your skin from aging and damage when exposed to blue light. And what you can do to protect your skin going forward.The tools I discuss in those episode and the discount codes are: EMR-TEK: https://tinyurl.com/3ds7vb4h (for a 20% discount)Lucia glasses: https://luciaeyes.com/?ref=DrNirvana (for a 10% discount)For questions on this episode or other inquiries please feel free to contact me at Instagram or Facebook page.For appointments, please click here.

This week Tee is delighted to welcome Mory Diané the founder and designer behind the revolutionary Rover device, created under his engineering design company, Cleyx. Mory shares his journey from the Ivory Coast to the U.S., his academic and professional background in civil engineering and the power industry, and his shift towards environmental sustainability. Mory and Tee discuss the inspiration and development of Rover, a refillable, biodegradable roll-on dispenser designed to reduce plastic waste in the beauty and personal hygiene industry.  This insightful conversation covers the upcoming launch of Rover via Kickstarter, its versatile usage, eco-friendly materials, and future product lines under the all-natural Rove brand. Mory emphasizes the importance of sustainability in product design, the business strategy for market entry, and his commitment to reducing environmental impact. __________________________ Connect with Mory:  Website Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Sign up for the mailing list for a 25% - 33% discount when Rover launches __________________________ Follow Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes and The Green Living Gurus: Tee's Organics - Therese's Healthy Products for You and Your Home: Check out these incredible products made only with purified water, seven essential oils, and vinegar. Once you clean with them, you will be addicted! No more spraying chemicals in your home. Use the code Healthyliving for a 15% discount on my products at Shop Tee's Organics Austin Air Purifiers: For Podcast listeners, take 15% off any Austin Air product; please email Tee@thegreenlivinggurus.com and mention that you want to buy a product and would like the discount. See all products here: Austin Air The Green Living Gurus Website  Instagram Youtube Facebook Healthy Living Group on Facebook Tip the podcaster! Support Tee and the endless information that she provides: Patreon Venmo: @Therese-Forton-Barnes last four digits of her cell are 8868 For further info contact Tee: Email: Tee@TheGreenLivingGurus.com Cell: 716-868-8868 DISCLAIMER: ALL INFORMATION PROVIDED HERE IS GENERAL GUIDANCE AND NOT MEANT TO BE USED FOR INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER OR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. Produced By: Social Chameleon

Let's ChatPersonal battles with chronic migraines led Julie Longyear on an extraordinary journey into the realm of holistic healthcare and skincare innovation. This episode invites you into Julie's world, where her struggle with pain became the catalyst for creating Blissoma, a skincare brand rooted in herbalism and botanical science. Discover how Julie's experiences with herbs, acupuncture, and trauma therapy not only alleviated her migraines but also ignited a passion that transformed her career and life.Unpack the meticulous development process behind Blissoma's gel cleanser, designed specifically for sensitive and reactive skin. Julie opens up about transitioning from a less effective rice cleanser to a thoughtfully crafted gel cleanser that balances and nourishes the skin. Drawing inspiration from personal experiences, including the unique needs of a cancer patient, Julie explains how raw, unrefined herb extracts and oils like yerba mate and sunflower oil are used to create a product that is gentle yet effective. This discussion underscores the broader benefits of integrating herbalism into skincare, ensuring products support the skin without causing harm.Join us as we delve into the art and science of green beauty extracts, where Julie's commitment to maintaining the integrity of natural ingredients shines through. Learn about the various extraction methods and why working with farmers directly is crucial for ecological sustainability. This episode also tackles the importance of trust and transparency in the beauty industry, advocating for genuine herbalism over fleeting trends and flashy marketing. Julie's wealth of botanical knowledge and her dedication to green science promise to bring you a deeper appreciation for the power of plants and the importance of quality in skincare.Support the Show.Follow The Show On All Socials Using The Tag @skincareanarchy

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 be more greenwashing? Listen now to find out.   FREE FORMULATION RESOURCES Free formulation course | Green Beauty Conversations Podcast | Blog | YouTube Socials: Formula Botanica on Instagram | Lorraine Dallmeier on Instagram

Ever wondered what regenerative beauty is and if it's even achievable for the beauty industry? In this latest episode, we dive into the transformative world of regenerative beauty with Ruth Andrade, the visionary Earth Care Strategy Lead at LUSH. This eye-opening discussion unveils how regenerative practices are not just the future, but a necessity for a sustainable beauty industry. Are you ready to be part of a movement that doesn't just aim to reduce harm, but actively improves the environment? This episode is your gateway to understanding how beauty can foster a world where we leave the world in a better place than we found it. For more insights into LUSH's ground-breaking work and policies, explore their mission and vision website We Are LUSH. FREE FORMULATION RESOURCES Free formulation course | Green Beauty Conversations Podcast | Blog | YouTube Socials: Formula Botanica on Instagram | Lorraine Dallmeier on Instagram

In 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 RESOURCES Free formulation course | Green Beauty Conversations Podcast | Blog | YouTube Socials: Formula Botanica on Instagram | Lorraine Dallmeier on Instagram

Interview with Daniel JohnsonDaniel Johnson founded the Green Beauty Community, an initiative promoting sustainable practices in the beauty industry. Passionate about eco-friendly solutions, Daniel advocates for a more environmentally conscious approach in salons and beyond. In addition to leading The GBC, he owns The Salon Chair Guys, where his expertise in salon equipment repair and restoration shines. Daniel is also the author of a comprehensive manual on restoring Koken barber chairs, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern sustainability.Links: https://greenbeautycommunity.com/ https://greenbeautycommunity.com/community-guidebook/ https://www.instagram.com/greenbeautycoalition/ https://www.instagram.com/thesalonchairguys/ News from TheTease.com:https://www.thetease.com/does-recycling-in-the-beauty-industry-work/https://www.thetease.com/3-trending-mens-haircuts-youll-want-to-copy-right-now-according-to-supercuts-artistic-director-michael-mcgraw/ More from TheTease.comInstagram: 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 (TheTease.com)Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.comCredits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. Brian Daly is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work!Josh Landowski

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

Monique Cupid and Dixie Lincoln-Nichols are menopausal women who met up during the pandemic to talk about work for a project. Without fail, at every weekly meeting, the conversation drifted to menopause, the symptoms each of them was experiencing, and the frustrations they felt about the lack of support, resources, equity, and community. Together, they formed Life in the Pause, with the mission of transforming the menopause journey into an empowered and celebrated experience through accessible education, resources, and community support. We talk about everything from toxicants in beauty products to doctors leaving 30-something women in the dark to the importance of dance breaks. You know how it is when we get together with two brilliant and fascinating humans... nothing is off limits. We won't apologize for talking about our farts and our pubes. We simply won't. Topics and timestamps10:50 - How Life in the Pause was born16:45 - What is a Self-Care Sabbatical? 21:48 - Increasing 30-somethings' awareness of perimenopause28:15 - The importance of clean ingredients in beauty products 40:40 - Menopause. Needs. More. Attention.Handles and sites Life in the Pause   Life in the Pause Insta Brown Skin Green Beauty Insta   Dixie Lincoln-Nichols   Dixie Lincoln Nichols Insta The Pause Pod The Midlife GlowchaserDance Break Song: Ready Fi Di Road OUR NEW PODCAST: OPEN UP AND SAY HA! Follow us on Insta @openupandsayhaor Facebook and YouTube Channel Podcast site Other Podcasts on the Topic of Peri/MenopauseThe Pause PodHello MenopauseA Certain Age PodBlack Girl's Guide to Surviving MenopauseOther Links Erin's Faces Affiliate Link Julia G WellnessSupport the showBe one of the helpers! SUBSCRIBE to this podcast on APPLE PODCASTS or SPOTIFY and leave us a review on APPLE PODCASTS.

Welcome to the Packaging Brothers podcast! In today's episode, we are excited to have the founders of the Green Beauty Community, Daniel and Hannah, join us to discuss the community they have built and the impact it is making in the beauty industry. Their approach to sustainability is refreshing, and we are thrilled to share their insights with our listeners.On this episode, we'll talk about:The community aims to unite sustainability voices in the beauty industryInspired by the need for a brand agnostic organization to champion sustainabilityDaniel's interest in sustainability came from repairing and upcycling salon equipment, while Hannah's passion for eco-conscious beauty was influenced by her family's love for the outdoors and her education at an Aveda schoolMotivated by the 2020 wildfires, they decided to be more environmentally conscious, particularly within the beauty industryCreated curated education to support sustainability in the beauty industry and aim to inspire and encourage others to make positive changesEmphasize the importance of community conversations about sustainability and providing real data for informed decisionsPromote the idea of letting individuals decide which products align with their personal valuesThe community offers forums, webinars, and a directory to help members connect and learn about sustainable practices.Daniel Johnson, founder of The Green Beauty Community, promotes sustainable salon practices and educates eco-conscious beauty enthusiasts. He also leads The Salon Chair Guys, offering equipment services and eco-conscious cleaning products.Hannah Craik, an environmental consultant and freelance hair and makeup artist, is dedicated to promoting a cleaner and more sustainable beauty industry by offering coaching, resources, and environmental regulations.For more information and to explore other episodes, go to www.ppcpackaging.com/the-packaging-brothersFollow PPCPackaging on social media!  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pacific-packaging-components-inc-/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PPCPackaging/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ppcpackaging/?hl=en Website: http://www.ppcpackaging.com/Find out more about Daniel on his website and connect with him on LinkedIn.Website: https://greenbeautycommunity.com/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/daniel-johnson-05157a96Find out more about Hannah on her website and connect with her on LinkedIn.Website: salonvironment.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-craik-michigan/The views and opinions expressed on the "Packaging Brothers" podcast are solely those of the author and guests and should not be attributed to any other individual or entity. This podcast is an independent production of Packaging Brothers, and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2024.

Unlock the mysteries of your favorite cosmetics as Christina Mahar, founder of Craft Beauty Labs, joins me to reveal the intricate craft of clean beauty. We're peeling back the label to unveil what 'clean beauty' truly entails and how it dictates the choices brands make when selecting ingredients. Lean in as Christina shares her journey from small-scale beginnings to leading a top-tier beauty lab, guiding us through the essentials of product safety and the rigorous testing that ensures the products you cherish are both effective and trustworthy.The beauty industry is evolving, and together with Christina, we navigate the recent upheavals brought on by the updated Cosmetics Regulation Act. Brands and manufacturers alike are stepping up to the plate, embracing new mandatory practices and grappling with the implications of heightened scrutiny. Listen to how these changes are reshaping the landscape, demanding more from those who create our beloved lipsticks and moisturizers, and setting a new standard for claims and evidence that appear on your products. As we dissect these regulations, we'll also ponder the balance between consumer awareness and brand accountability, encouraging you to become a savvy participant in your skincare choices.Our conversation extends beyond the surface to the complexities of sourcing quality ingredients and the fine line between marketing claims and actual benefits, especially when comparing face and body care. From debunking myths to an appreciation of the care that goes into each bottle, we examine every angle of the skincare regime. Christina's passion and commitment to transparency at Craft Beauty Labs shine through, offering a beacon of integrity in an often murky industry. Tune in for an enlightening journey into the world of beauty manufacturing where we lift the lid on the processes and challenges that ultimately shape the products you trust on your skin.Support the showFollow The Show On All Socials Using The Tag @skincareanarchy

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 innovative approach. Join us for an insightful conversation that promises to unveil the hidden potential within these often underestimated ingredients, promising a paradigm shift in the way we perceive beauty and sustainability.

Eczema, rosacea, psoriasis, acne, and other chronic skin conditions share a common factor: a significant link to internal health. Factors like gut health, hormone balance, and toxin exposure play pivotal roles. Dr. Julie Greenberg, an integrative and naturopathic dermatologist, joins us to shed light on how addressing internal health can transform external skin conditions. Dr. Greenburg started studying and making her own skincare products, harnessing the healing power of herbs and plants firsthand. After overcoming her own health obstacles, she decided to dedicate her life to her passion and enrolled in naturopathic medical school, where she received advanced clinical training with leading experts in dermatology. Dr. Greenburg's "Integrative and Naturopathic Dermatology Center" focuses on functional medicine, she's an expert herbalist dedicated to using scientific research to find better solutions for skin care diseases.  We really haven't covered this topic in the podcast at this point, so make sure to share it with anyone you know who struggles with acne, eczema, or any sort of skin condition. Tune in to learn what mainstream conventional medicine won't tell you. We're discussing answers and solutions to the problem, not just a Band-Aid. Discover Dr. Greenburg's educational dermatolody courses HERE. Find a Doctor simlar to Dr. Greenburg at Root Cause Dermatology   **Stay informed by SUBSCRIBING to the 'Know Better | Do Better' Newsletter.  Receive exclusive guest notifications and special content available only to subscribers. Don't miss out, SUBSCRIBE NOW!  Connect with Autumn on Instagram Facebook TikTok Discover the 'Know Better | Do Better' Storefront on Amazon!  

Welcome 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. To learn more about this episode, all of the links that were mentioned and anything else, please visit the show notes on the Formula Botanica website.

In this conversation, Kat sits down with Ruchita, the founder of the Green Beauty Co to talk about sustainable beauty. Ruchita is the voice behind the clean beauty blog, Glowing & Green, and even wrote a book on DIY Sustainable Beauty you can do at home. In today's episode Ruchita shares how she discovered clean beauty and her family's beauty secrets, which inspired her to create her own brand. They also discuss the importance of ingredient sustainability and creating fewer, more effective products. Tune in to learn more about sustainable beauty and get inspired in your own beauty routine.  Follow Green Beauty Co on Instagram HERE. Shop Green Beauty Co HERE & use code GLOW15 for 15% off Connect with Glo Eco on Instagram HERE. Get in touch with me HERE.

Happy New Year and welcome to 2024! As we step into this brand new year, full of hope and opportunities, let's dive into the exciting world of green beauty formulation. As CEO of the award-winning online organic cosmetic formulation school Formula Botanica, and your podcast host, I am here to guide you through formulating not just your skincare products, but your entire year. Reflecting on last week's episode in which we discussed the evolving dynamics in green beauty with visionary skincare entrepreneur April Gargiulo, the founder of acclaimed brand Vintner's Daughter, I want to focus here on how you can channel your own aspirations into tangible goals for 2024. Whether you're dreaming of starting a new beauty brand, exploring new botanical ingredients, or wanting to take your existing business to new heights, this episode will help you set the foundations for a fulfilling year ahead in the world of green beauty. Listen in to formulate your best in 2024. To learn more about this episode, all of the links that were mentioned and anything else, please visit the show notes on the Formula Botanica website.

As the holiday season approaches, many of us in the Green Beauty Conversations community are contemplating how to gift beauty sustainably. This topic, which recalls our well-received episode on sustainable beauty alternatives to Black Friday, is more relevant than ever. Brands face financial and emotional challenges as they enter the fourth quarter of the year; a peak period they rely on for the seasonal spend it brings. But, consumers in recent years have their concerns too and are now cautious about spending for various reasons from limited budgets to the realisation that over-consumption is at odds with preserving the planet. Last week, we delved into the surge of beauty advent calendars in the UK; a phenomenon that signals a broader global trend. To continue this conversation, this episode focuses on sustainable beauty gifting. For those who missed the previous episode, do revisit it, and immerse yourself in the inspiring dialogue that podcast host and Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier takes forward in this opinion. To learn more about this episode, all of the links that were mentioned and anything else, please visit the show notes on the Formula Botanica website.

How conscious are you of where your skincare ingredients come from? Claire Bristow, Head of New Product Development at Kelsey, joins Liz on this episode of the podcast to dive into what it means to be a truly sustainable beauty brand.Claire shares how Kelsey came to fruition through farming, the potent beauty benefits of raspberries, and why every stage of the production process must be considered when covering sustainability.In this episode, brought to you in partnership with Kelsey, Liz and Claire also discuss whether sustainability and luxury can exist side-by-side, plus how we can be more mindful with our beauty routines. Links mentioned in the episode:Visit Kelsey's website - save 20% on products with the LIZLOVES affiliate discount code (returns to 15% after 31st January 2024)Pre-order A Better Second Half by Liz Earle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the festive season approaches for many of us, one trend that has captured the beauty industry's attention is the rise of beauty advent calendars. These calendars go way beyond traditional paper or chocolate calendars and have become a significant phenomenon in some branches of the beauty industry, and in certain countries. In this episode, Formula Botanica CEO and host Lorraine Dallmeier, in discussion with colleague School Education Manager Ana Green, delves deeper into the intricacies of this trend. They explore the rationale for these calendars, what their production entails and their impact on consumer behavior, with a special look at the sustainability challenges they present. Join them for an engaging and slightly controversial discussion on whether beauty advent calendars are a delightful treat or a consumption trap that simply adds to the waste mountain the beauty industry produces. To learn more about this episode, all of the links that were mentioned and anything else, please visit the show notes on the Formula Botanica website.

As the world's number one online formulation school with award-winning courses, it is particularly validating to see how far and wide Formula Botanica teaching is spreading. Before the advent of online learning, cosmetic chemistry was taught only in a small number of universities, mainly in the UK and US, which meant formulation training was not as widely accessible as it should be. Formula Botanica has changed that in a big way. Its teaching now reaches over 19,000 students in over 190 countries. In this opinion episode, Formula Botanica CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier sets out a vision for a better global cosmetics industry; one that sees it entirely normal for local, indie beauty entrepreneurs to create premium skincare brands to rival any of the global big brands out there today.  In fact, Formula Botanica graduate founders are doing just that, as we heard in the previous episode with self-made beauty entrepreneur Dewi Kauw.  In doing so, they will be challenging the dominant, Eurocentric perception of beauty which should no longer be valid, and certainly needs to be changed. To learn more about this episode, all of the links that were mentioned and anything else, please visit the show notes on the Formula Botanica website.    

What if you could master the art of personalized skincare that truly works for you? Join us as we sit down with Dara Kennedy, the ingenious founder of Ayla, for a fascinating conversation about her journey in the beauty industry and her brand's philosophy. We uncover the allure of clean beauty products and discuss why safety and efficacy are qualities we should seek in our skincare routine. Dara shares how her direct connection with customers has been instrumental in identifying needs and providing solution-oriented products that make people feel good about themselves. Dive into the world of green beauty as we explore the Bio Integral Formula. We delve into how our skin can benefit from the natural water sources and how different species of seaweed can be harnessed to create a comprehensive skincare formula. Hear from Dara how she has successfully combined plants from different places to create effective skincare solutions that also give back to the earth. This is a conversation that underscores the importance of protecting our planet and how green beauty taps into thousands of years of plant technology to create products that help us glow.And speaking of glow, we also delve into the connection between internal happiness and external radiance. We discuss scientific research on de-stressing and its positive impact on longevity. Dara shares how Ayla has always embraced a holistic approach to beauty and the importance of understanding our ingestible beauty routines. We tackle common misconceptions about topical vitamin C application and the supplement industry. Learn why it's crucial to conduct your due diligence to ensure the safety and efficacy of supplements, and the importance of dosage when taking supplements. This episode is an enlightening discussion on beauty, health, and the journey to finding what works best for you.Support the showFollow The Show On All Socials Using The Tag @skincareanarchy

Reusing what would normally be considered waste byproducts is not only an innovative way to repurpose a wide variety of materials, but also a smart beauty business move and good for our planet. Upcycled ingredients are set to play a larger and larger role in the future of beauty. In the last guest episode, Lorraine interviewed Geoff Chapin, CEO of Carbonwave; an innovative company from the USA transforming Sargassum seaweed into a number of amazing products including an all-natural plant-based emulsifier for the cosmetic industry. He turned an environmental disaster into upcycling gold. Join Formula Botanica CEO, biologist and chartered environmentalist Lorraine Dallmeier in this episode as she covers just three fascinating upcycling techniques already in use in the beauty industry. These are just a hint at the possibilities for upcycling and circularity in the beauty industry of the future. To learn more about this episode, all of the links that were mentioned and anything else, please visit the show notes on the Formula Botanica website.

In the last guest episode, we heard from Formula Botanica graduate and indie beauty rock star Leslie Reichgelt, founder of Bella Botanicals, who has managed to smash every preconception we have about what a beauty brand should be and how one should operate. She shared some amazing tips on how to build a beauty business on a budget by simply networking and being visible in your own community. Prompted by Leslie's experiences, podcast host and Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier uses this episode to reflect on her early career and how difficult it was to put herself out there. Being the visible face of her business was terrifying at the start, but Lorraine persevered. It is daunting starting a new business and we all have moments of doubts. But, the key to success lies in getting out of your comfort zone and taking a leap of faith towards personal growth and your dreams of becoming a beauty entrepreneur. How do fledgling beauty entrepreneurs shift their mindset to be successful in today's economic climate? Listen in to an exciting and inspirational episode that offers a simple road map to pushing past your biggest fears and creating a successful beauty business on a budget and on your own terms. To learn more about this episode, all of the links that were mentioned and anything else, please visit the show notes on the Formula Botanica website. 

The green beauty movement has gained significant traction in recent years, as consumers become increasingly aware of the impact of their purchasing decisions on the planet and its resources. As a result, many companies are now offering green beauty options, catering to the growing demand for sustainable and responsible products. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella are joined by Julie Longyear, herbal chemist, and founder of Blissoma Botanical Beauty, to discuss how estheticians can position their esthetics business to be on the growth side of this trend. ASCP Esty Talk with Maggie Staszcuk and Ella Cressman Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians, ASCP Esty Talk is a weekly podcast hosted by Maggie Staszcuk and Ella Cressman. We see your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, and absolute ingredient junkie! As an educator, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view. She has spent many hours researching ingredients, understanding how and where they are sourced, as well as phytochemistry, histological access, and complementary compounds for intentional skin benefits. In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several skin care lines, including several successful CBD brands.   Connect with Ella Cressman:   Website: www.ellacress.com   Website: www.hhpcollective.com   About Maggie Staszcuk: Maggie has been a licensed esthetician since 2006 and holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from Stephens College. She has worked in the spa and med-spa industry and served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist.     Connect with Maggie:    P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636   E MStaszcuk@ascpskincare.com or AMI@ascpskincare.com   About our Sponsors All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients.    Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com    Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments    Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments    Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments     Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever.   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational   Rhonda Allison Skincare recognizes that every person's skin is unique—we have beautiful skin down to a science. For more than 30 years, we've looked to nature for inspiration, blending the best active, quality-driven, natural ingredients with highly beneficial, scientifically developed compounds to create superior products. CEO Shannon Esau and world-class biochemists are in constant research to uncover the latest scientific advancements and next-generation ingredients to give you time-tested, proven ingredients that will transform the condition of your skin. No matter what your skin care needs may be, we have a skin care line that will meet those needs with quality products proudly free of synthetic dyes, synthetic fragrances, sodium lauryl sulfates, and parabens. Everything you want in skin care. FB: https://www.facebook.com/raskincare IG: https://www.instagram.com/rhondaallison/ web: https://rhondaallison.com/ https://ra.skin/ blog: https://ra.skin/blogs/news   About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP):   Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member.   Connect with ASCP:   Website: www.ascpskincare.com   Email: getconnected@ascpskincare.com   Phone: 800-789-0411   Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare   Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare    

In a world brimming with beauty products and services, have you ever wondered what happens to them once they've served their purpose? As we immerse ourselves in skincare, haircare and makeup, it's easy to forget that beautifying often comes at a cost to our planet. The beauty industry, with its myriad companies, products, and services, has inadvertently – or perhaps also blatantly – contributed to the mounting waste crisis that plagues our planet. In this opinion episode of Green Beauty Conversations, host and Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier – also a Chartered Environmentalist and biologist – presents a new and pressing concept for all of us in the beauty industry to think about and make centre stage: “end-of-life beauty planning.” Listen in to learn why we should buy, manufacture, and formulate cosmetics with their end in mind. To learn more about this episode, all of the links that were mentioned and anything else, please visit the show notes on the Formula Botanica website.

The next time you go for a regular hair cut, take a moment to think about what happens to the waste hair you've just left behind. If you had a hair colour or highlights, then your visit has a larger waste footprint as it will have generated left-over colourant, aluminium foils, and empty plastic bottles. There are over a million hair salons of all sizes in the USA alone creating waste like this, and a similar story happens the world over and across the beauty industry in nail bars, spas, barber shops and esthetician salons. But, one person's waste is another's solution. In this guest episode, we hear from Shane Price, an eco-preneur with a background in molecular biology and biochem, whose visit to a barber's over a decade ago gave him the motivation to come up with solutions to the environmental impacts of the beauty industry. Listen in as Formula Botanica CEO and host Lorraine Dallmeier discovers some astonishing ways Shane's initiative with  Green Circle Salons is saving waste, one salon visit at a time. To learn more about this episode, all of the links that were mentioned and anything else, please visit the show notes on the Formula Botanica website.

Just when you thought the beauty industry had exhausted its lexicon, along comes “cleanical”. At first glance, cleanical seems innocent enough and quite easy to decipher; it's a mash-up of “clean” and “clinical,” and aims to describe formulations that are both clean beauty formulations and clinically proven. What's the harm in using it on labels, social media, or in the beauty media? For a start, cleanical should be seen as controversial as it has no scientific basis. To explain why, Lorraine Dallmeier, the host of Green Beauty Conversations and CEO of Formula Botanica, unpacks the term and presents her view on the use of “cleanical” in the beauty industry. In this episode, she argues why this buzzword should be abolished from our vocabulary and how it is yet another term that perpetuates misconceptions about clean beauty. To learn more about this episode, all of the links that were mentioned and anything else, please visit the show notes on the Formula Botanica website.

Inspired by the 9th generation herbalist interviewed in the previous guest episode, podcast host and Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier asks us to think about the plants and herbs native to us that have been revered for centuries for the beauty secrets they hold within. Lorraine dives into three herbs native to her in the UK which were documented in the 16th century by one of the country's most renowned and pioneering herbalists of his day, Dr Nicholas Culpeper, in his “Complete Herbal: a book of natural remedies for ancient ills”. How do the age-old and folkloristric benefits of herbs stand up against today's scientific assessment of their powers? Listen in to be surprised by ancient wisdom and inspired to do your own research into the secrets of herbs growing near you.

Natural formulation may seem a new sector of the beauty industry today – barely 20 years old – but it was there long before the dawn of mainstream commercial cosmetics. Its roots lie in thousands of years of home formulation, herbology and traditional and folkloristic medicine with recipes handed down by word of mouth across generations. If you love the thought of being involved in an exciting, modern natural beauty movement that is part of the great continuum of ancient knowledge of the power of plants, then you will want to listen to this guest episode. Formula CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier talks to Dr Jenelle Kim, a 9th-generation master herbologist, doctor of traditional Oriental medicine, best-selling author, cosmetics formulator and wellness expert, who shares her rich heritage of plants of East Asia. Dr Kim has woven plants into her life and her career, and they are the powerhouses in her performance cosmetics. If you want to hear exactly what it means to infuse your ancestor's knowledge into the formulations you create, join us for a fascinating story. To learn more about this episode, all of the links that were mentioned and anything else, please visit the show notes on the Formula Botanica website.

If sustainability is to make headway in the beauty industry, it is future generations who will be shaping it and seeing it through. So, how are generations like Gen Z thinking about sustainabilty in the cosmetics industry, both as beauty shoppers and future formulators? In this episode, Lorraine interviews Riley Cowen who is a graduate student of ISIPCA, a Paris-based institute for post-graduate studies in perfume, cosmetics products and food flavour formulation. Riley has insights into both the marketing and business side of the industry as well as cosmetic science and product development. At 22, she brings a unique perspective as a young industry insider on Genz Z's take on sustainability in the beauty industry. To learn more about this episode, all of the links that were mentioned and anything else, please visit the show notes on the Formula Botanica website.

Did you know every minute the beauty industry is creating almost 900 pounds of waste? I know that's hard to imagine, but think about how much color, bleach, packaging and products are going into our trash - or worse - into our water. As a stylist and educator I recycle 95% of the waste used in my salon and school. Having sustainable practices in the beauty industry is one of the easiest ways to help improve our planet and build trust within our community.Green Circle Salon (Sustainable Salon Movement):https://greencirclesalons.com/ Join me at the Aspiring Stylist Podcast group on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/groups/theaspiringstylistAspire Barber and Beauty Academy:http://aspirebarberandbeauty.com/

Get ready to see marine ingredients – specifically algae – featuring everywhere in cosmetic products. Seaweed is moving on up from its traditional role in the spa sector and as a functional gelling and colouring agent. While we usually don't take much notice of the latest trending ingredient, which is here today and gone tomorrow from our cosmetics, algae is one category of ingredients that is worth investigating, and, we hope, set to stay. If you listened to our previous episode in which Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier and colleagues discussed the latest cosmetic trends seen at this year's in-cosmetics Global, the world's largest trade fair for the industry, you will have heard how marine ingredients are dominating the agenda. In this opinion episode, Lorraine takes a closer look at why algae, seaweeds and other marine ingredients herald a new era in sustainable cosmetics.  Listen in to hear 4 reasons to love algae in your cosmetics. To learn more about this episode, all of the links that were mentioned and anything else, please visit the show notes on the Formula Botanica website.  

In this Green Beauty opinion, Formula Botanica CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier talks about the resistence to change both consumers and the natural skincare formulation community face from the established beauty industry. Her guest in the previous episode, Candice Quinn, founder of MANISAFE is just one example of this in action, and Lorraine mentions others that proved to be less than music to the mainstream industry's ears. Yet, as Formula Botanica graduates have proved, time and again, there are plenty of niches in which they are pioneers whether in serving their customers' needs more closely, or in adopting eco-beauty practices. One beauty entrepreneur at a time, we are seeing more and more Candice Quinns dare to find solutions to problems the industry won't even admit to. Join Lorraine in this episode as she celebrates indie beauty's entrepreneurial mindset. To learn more about this episode, all of the links that were mentioned and anything else, please visit the show notes on the Formula Botanica website.

Sustainable beauty can seem a mission impossible. Whether appraoching it as a beauty consumer or indie beauty brand, we can get dragged into a complex and depressing world of carbon emissions and waste recycling and despair that we can ever do the right thing for the planet. But, as we heard in the previous episode with Anisha Gupta of Bluebird Climate, sustainable beauty can be accessible to all and need not be costly, complex nor confusing. Bluebird's fascinating impact assessment tool for beauty brands and rather cool - yes, we can apply that word to sustainability - website widget puts a positive spin on the matter. In this Green Beauty Opinion episode, Formula Botanica CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier explains the many reasons we have to be positive about embracing sustainable beauty. Let's call this episode a look on the bright side of the future of beauty. Forgot about overwhelm and start being overjoyed that we live in the era that will see sustainability go mainstream. To learn more about this episode, all of the links that were mentioned and anything else, please visit the show notes on the Formula Botanica website. 

Sustainable beauty is a term laden with grand visions and vague concepts. It is enough to scare off even those indie beauty brands wanting to do their best to reduce their carbon impact and waste.  Unraveling sustainability as a small business is complex, so imagine our excitement at coming across a new platform aimed specifically at making sustainability a simpler process for small beauty and wellness companies to navigate. In this episode, Formula Botanica CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier talks to Anisha Gupta, chemical engineer, sustainability expert and co-founder of Bluebird Climate, a climate-tech firm handholding small beauty companies in their mission to decarbonise their operations and make lifecycle assessments of their products. Based on low-cost access to their transparent benchmarking tools, Bluebird believes that it doesn't have to be complicated to tell a sustainability story. If sustainability has been on your mind, and whether your beauty business is pre-launch, a start-up or established, this is an episode to help you get going on your brand's sustainability journey. To learn more about this episode, all of the links that were mentioned and anything else, please visit the show notes on the Formula Botanica website.

Fossil fuel-free beauty - haven't we covered this one before on Green Beauty Conversations? Not in its new form. Fossil fuel-free is yet another distinct claim we've seen popping up on cosmetics' labels. You'd be right to think it's familiar as on this podcast we have delved into related claims of carbon-neutral, zero-waste and climate-neutral, along with a host of topics open to greenwashing such as waterless, green, clean and blue beauty. However, while it may overlap with those other terms, we realised that fossil fuel-free beauty needs its own episode in order for us to unpack its meaning. Formula Botanica CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier is joined by School Education Manager Ana Green to shed light on exactly what fossil fuel-free beauty is and why it may be among the most confusing and misleading terms yet applied to beauty products. Listen in to decide for yourself if fossil fuel-free is a claim too far. To learn more about this episode, all of the links that were mentioned and anything else, please visit the show notes on the Formula Botanica website.   

There are few corners of formulating beauty that are left untouched. We've seen just about every possible formulation category covered on this podcast alone. We've heard about carbon neutral, waterless beauty, and clean, green and blue beauty, along with net zero and zero waste and more. But, until our previous episode, with haircare brand entrepreneur founders of Climaplex, we had not come across a cosmetics business actively formulating to protect us from the myriad effects of climate change. Not only is Climaplex doing right by the planet by formulating to ethical, sustainable principles, their haircare products are designed to tackle multiple effects of the fluctuating, and ever more extreme environmental conditions on our hair and scalp. In this Green Beauty opinion short, Formula Botanica CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier asks if formulating to protect our skin, body and hair from the ravages of climate change could become the norm – in fact, a new gold standard in cosmetic formulation. To learn more about this episode, all of the links that were mentioned and anything else, please visit the show notes on the Formula Botanica website.  

When you start a beauty brand, every aspect of it from your own unique formulations to your packaging and branding are up for grabs. Every detail is in your hands and even if outsourcing tasks, you, as the founder, have control. If you embrace sustainability in your brand mission at the outset, it will drive every detail and decision. How much easier this is than struggling to audit a beauty business later on against sustainability principles and finding it falling short. In this Green Beauty Opinion, Formula Botanica CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier discusses the advantages nimble, newcomer indie beauty brands have over the “oil tanker” giant firms of personal care. It will still take indie brands boundless energy, resources and resolve to be true to any founding mission to act on sustainability not just talk about it. However, the advantages and the market is theirs if they prepare ahead rather than retro fit sustainability as most personal care conglomerates must do. 

Indie beauty and the organic and natural cosmetics sector have typically focused more on skincare than haircare. This is to be expected; people can be reluctant to change their haircare routines and products once they have found brands that work for them. There are other reasons too for natural haircare lingering behind, such as the perceived higher cost of using natural shampoos and conditioners whose precious ingredients are immediately washed off. However, we are witnessing an exciting rise in the number of natural haircare brands, and also in consumer awareness of the need to seek out more sustainable haircare products too. The tide is turning for the dominance of mainstream haircare, not least on account of some recent high-profile product recalls in the sector. To discuss the kind of changes we need to make the haircare sector more sustainable and, as brand founders, see natural, indie haircare leading the way, Formula Botanica CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier talks to Jana Blankenship. The founder, CEO and lead formulator of green beauty haircare and B Corp company Captain Blankenship, Jana made a conscious decision a couple of years ago to pivot her business to focus solely on haircare and embed sustainability into its operations.

Visualising through storytelling is a good way to set our sights on what is desireable and possible, and then make the imagined become reality. Beauty brands have long used storytelling to create an appealing narrative about their products. It is in this context that Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier dares to air a new format in this green beauty opinion episode – a short story of life in the beauty industry in 2100. Lorraine helps us imagine what may seem impossible today; a truly sustainable beauty industry – one not driven by ever-more consumerism, but founded on sound sustainability principles. Inspired by her guest on the previous episode, sustainability leader, activist, and artist Khandiz Joni, Lorraine asks us to listen to her hopes for a future beauty industry that has avoided breaching the 9 planetary boundaries – or tipping points of sustainability – Joni outlined.

Would you like to hear a single, simple definition of sustainability that you can apply to your daily life in the beauty industry, whether as an indie business founder or consumer? The beauty industry media is clamouring to provide one, and at Formula Botanica, we've had journalists approach us for short sound-bites on what sustainable beauty means. Unfortunately, things aren't so simple. In reducing talk of sustainability to the level of discussing this or that bottle for our beauty products or whether plant A is a more sustainable an option in our formulations than plant B, we are all guilty of missing the big picture. Of course, starting small and taking steps like changing packaging, seeking out refillables and formulating solid beauty products do make a difference. But, we also need to think big if we are to see a more sustainable beauty sector. Our guest in this episode Khandiz Joni, Chartered Environmentalist, independent sustainability consultant and, as she describes herself, a “sustainable-ist”, returns to the Green Beauty Conversations podcast. Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier invites Khandiz to discuss the big conversations the beauty industry, both small and large scale, needs to have about issues fundamental to sustainabilty, such as its use of land and water and role in agriculture and in how it contributes to biodiversity loss.

As indie beauty consumers, formulators and brand founders, we want to act responsibly when it comes to making, packaging, buying and disposing of our beauty products. Yet, for all our goodwill, it is incredibly difficult to know if the measures we are taking to reduce, reuse and recycle, plastic containers in particular, are making a difference. We've talked to pioneering indie beauty brands running some exceptional return and refill schemes, but our guest in this episode has flipped the idea to create refillable packaging designed to last - not just one or two refills nor a few years, but in theory up to 2,500 years. Instead of worrying about the time it takes a plastic container to biodegrade (which can be up to 400 years), Izzy Zero Waste is an indie beauty company designing permanence into its packaging.  Formula Botanica CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier talks to Shannon Goldberg, co-founder and Chief Zero Waste Officer at Izzy Zero Waste Beauty to ask if the brand has created the ultimate solution to sustainable beauty packaging.