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Ever wondered how a simple lip balm could transform your self-care routine? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Laura Xiao, the visionary CEO and founder of Henné Organics. Laura's journey, marked by her international experiences in Sweden, New Zealand, and Australia, reveals the story of her passion for organic beauty products. Unhappy with the lip care options available in the U.S., particularly in the harsh Nevada climate, Laura took matters into her own hands, creating a brand that marries efficacy with aesthetic elegance. Her dedication to quality and design stands out as she shares her mission to elevate everyday self-care.
Laughing Your Way to a Better Mindset with Comedian and Social Media Star, Trey Kennedy
Join us for mindfulness Monday with the iconic comedian, Trey Kennedy. Known for his hilarious social media videos and skits, Trey knows all about the balance needed to for a busy lifestyle. Trey is currently in the middle of a national comedy tour and chats all things related to how he stays motivated, and energized for his crazy schedule all the way to some self care tips.
MASKTINI Magic: Unmasking Radiant Skin Secrets ft. Olga Parno
Join us for an insightful episode of Skincare Anarchy with Ekta, as we welcome Olga Parno, the founder of MASKTINI, the innovative skincare brand that is rapidly gaining popularity in the beauty industry. In this in-depth conversation, we explore the origins and driving forces behind MASKTINI, as well as the brand's philosophy, which centers around empowering individuals to embrace their unique skin stories and prioritize self-care through the concept of skinimalism.
Karrueche Tran Talks Skincare Self-Love and Embracing Natural Beauty
In this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Dr. Ekta sits down with Karrueche Tran, Emmy-winning actress and founder of Ruechi Beauty, to discuss the power of authenticity in beauty. From navigating Hollywood’s beauty standards to creating a brand that celebrates self-care and simplicity, Karrueche shares her personal journey, the inspiration behind Ruechi Beauty, and why less is truly more when it comes to skincare.
Skincare Beyond the Face, The Butt Mask You Never Knew You Needed
In this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Dr. Ekta Yadav welcomes Kisha Tyrrell, founder of Enzuri Beauty, to discuss her journey into skincare and the vision behind her brand. Focused on empowering women of color—especially those over 40—Kisha shares how simplicity, clean ingredients, and science-backed skincare are at the heart of Enzuri Beauty.
From Esthetician to Innovator: Lejla Cas on Creating KNESKO Skin
Ever wondered what it takes to create a globally recognized skincare brand from scratch? Join us as we sit down with Lejla Cas, the extraordinary mind behind KNESKO Skin, who shares her two-decade-long journey from a passionate esthetician to a celebrated skincare innovator. Discover the inspiring story behind her first groundbreaking product, the gold repair face mask, and how her unique blend of science and holistic healing has transformed skincare routines everywhere. Lejla’s deep insights and hands-on experience offer a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone passionate about beauty and self-care.
Crafting Bespoke Skincare Through Oculoplastic Expertise with Dr. Zamani of MZ Skin
Our latest guest, Dr. Zamani, an esteemed oculoplastic surgeon and founder of MZ Skin, narrates a story that might just redefine your evening beauty ritual. Swapping her early aversion to medicine for a profound passion for surgery, Dr. Zamani's epiphany during an Operation Smile mission trip paved the way to her niche in oculoplastics. As we uncover her journey, you will learn about meticulous craftsmanship behind MZ Skin, a brand that's not just about aesthetics but a celebration of self-care.
Making Men's Skincare More Manageable ft. TIEGE HANLEY founder, Kelley Thornton
Welcome to our brand new series entitled “Men’s Monday” where we will be exploring products meant for men, and created for the male consumer to feel more connected to. This series launch features the wonderful TIEGE HANLEY founder, Kelley Thornton. After a successful 20-year-career in the throes of Corporate America, Kelley Thornton found the rapidly growing men’s care industry inspiring. In 2016 he stepped away to found his next company, Tiege Hanley, a 6-year-old e-commerce company with the mission of helping men look and feel amazing.
Learning The Art of Clean Living & Mindful Wellness Featuring Torrey DeVitto
Join us for the launch of our newest series focused on a more holistic approach to self care and wellness: Mindfulness Mondays. We launch this series with the iconic Torrey DeVitto, Queen of Clean Living, as she takes us down her path towards wellness and overall well being by sharing not only her journey, but also the milestones that shaped her approach towards living the best life possible, while maintaining a busy lifestyle as a successful actress and public figure. Torrey ignites a conversation around clean living, self care and love, along with her own tips towards overall success both on a professional and personal level.
Embarking on a Journey of Mindfulness, Breaking Barriers, and Self-Discovery with Cory Allen
Join us for a transformative expedition this Mindset Monday as we sit down with the insightful Cory Allen—a sage in the realm of mindfulness. Cory's early life struggles ignited a passion for enlightenment, leading him down the rich avenues of both Western and Eastern philosophies. As we navigate the depths of self-awareness, Cory unveils the profound effect meditation can have on reshaping our identities and guiding us toward a state of continuous evolution.
RE: “Fixing Your Gut’s Microbiome Will Fix Your Skin”
𝗚𝘂𝘁 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵The microbiome is composed of much more than just bacteria. We must first realize that by improving our gut health, we are allowing our body to thrive in an optimized set of nutrients which are absorbed through our gut, thus benefitting EVERY organ, not just our skin. For now the focus should be inflammation above else because this truly is the foundation of studying the microbiome and is where we will find real answers about our gut-skin axis.
Dr. Ava Shamban on the Transformative Power of Dermatology
Are you ready to revolutionize the way you think about skincare and wellness? We promise that this episode will bring a whole new perspective on this topic. We are thrilled to have the acclaimed dermatologist and author, Dr. Ava Shamban, sharing her profound knowledge on skincare and its broader impacts on our life. She explains the transformative power of dermatology, not just for our skin, but for our overall well-being and self-esteem.
RE: The Rise of Male Beauty
Join Rob and Ekta for their first episode of the new series, REST! This episode centers around the need to provide the male consumer a more relatable experience in the Beauty industry by providing equality in terms of educational resources geared towards Men and easy to digest facts that allow the average male consumer to feel confident in the space of self care and skin health.
E.278: How to cleanse your face with a cloth product ft. Face Halo Founder Lizzy Pike
Join us for a discussion on the engineering Whind the revolutionary textile products by Face Halo. Lizzy offers insight into the science of cleansing and common mistakes that she identified to fill the white space around the first step of self and skin care.
E.402: ARCONA Skincare Is Carrying The Torch Of Self Care & Holistic Healing, Proudly into 2023
ARCONA skincare is known and respected for its high quality, pure formulations and their unparalleled ability to make a positive change to the skin. Under the creative leadership of Chanel Jenae, Owner, Product Formulator and Esthetician in concert with a team of professionals whose expertise and commitment equal her own, ARCONA has expanded from its spa-based origins to wider availability via internet commerce and upscale retailers.
Redefining A New Standard in Skincare With The Co-founders of Standard Self Care
Embark on a journey of transformation with Hannah and Austin, the trailblazing duo behind Standard Self Care, as they narrate their shift from the bustling consumer packaged goods and digital marketing spheres to carving a niche in health and wellness. In this engaging conversation, we unpack the ethos behind their brand's inception—a dedication to clean beauty and skincare that honors our skin not only as our largest organ but also as the cornerstone of self-assurance. They regale us with the tale of how clean ingredients and a deep commitment to consumer well-being have become the pillars of their company, setting a new bar for what we should expect from our skincare products.
Lindsey Martin, Founder of Kiramoon Skincare
As a busy software executive working long nights and weekends in Austin TX, Lindsey Martin learned to truly cherish the 5 minutes she had with her skincare routine each day. When she realized that the branding and packaging of her favorite products didn't align with the magic feeling they evoked, she knew something was missing in the industry and her idea for Kiramoon was born.
Siffat Haider and Nish Samantray, co-founders of ARRAE
Siff and Nish discuss the personal journey that led to the creation of their self care driven line. Nish and Siff discuss the white space in the industry for sustainable, effective and dose conscious supplement options and share their vision of creating a truly innovative new addition to this niche in skincare.
From Sicilian Farm to Luxurious Skincare ft. Furtuna Skin
From the fertile lands of Sicily, we bring you a captivating tale. What began as a promise to a grandmother, Agatha Luczo and her husband embarked on a journey that led to the birth of an 800 acre organic farm, La Furtuna Estate, and a transformative skincare brand, Furtuna Skin. Venture with us as we uncover the secrets of their regenerative farming process, the resilience of Mediterranean plants, and the luxurious blend of wild organic beet and chicory extracts that make their skincare products truly distinctive.
E.386: The Clean Beauty Movement Has Been Around Longer Than We Realize, Ft. pai Skincare
In this episode we sat down with Sarah Brown, founder and CEO of Pai Skincare, and an organic skincare pioneer whose expertise developing all-natural, efficacious products was born from her own experience living with challenging skin.Sarah developed Chronic Urticaria in her mid-twenties and started mixing her own formulations from her garage as a last ditch solution for her hyper reactive skin.
Greg and Joanne Starkman, Co-Founders of Innersense Organic Beauty
Innersense Organic Beauty is a love story between two seasoned beauty professionals who share a passion for health, hair, beauty and the planet. Greg and Joanne Starkman are pioneers who founded the brand in 2005 when they realized the need for clean, pure, organic and non-toxic professional quality hair care products. They trusted their innersense, sourcing the highest quality and Certified Organic ingredients, in the purest, most concentrated form, to create a complete, award-winning line of safe, sustainable and cruelty free personal care products.
E.330: Miami Beach Bum Exclusive Launch Feature
In this episode Ekta chats with the founder of the body care line, Miami Beach Bum! Join us for a conversation all about body positivity and care. Miami Beach Bum was born from a problem that arose during Di Pietro’s self-care ritual. Constantly in the ocean and in a wet bathing suit, she developed folliculitis rashes on her bum. Unable to find an existing solution that was safe, effective and up to her standards of clean and environmentally conscious, she got to work using her background in green chemistry to formulate an oregano cream, now known as the “Bum + Body Cream”.Bum + Body Cream’s innovative formula targets your skin’s natural ecosystem, bringing the bacteria, yeast and fungi that make up your skin microbiome, back into homeostasis.
How Efficacy and Integrity Can Coexist in Natural Beauty Ft. ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND
In this special episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav is joined by Alicia Lindner, third-generation co-CEO of ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND, to explore how a family-founded skincare brand from Germany’s Black Forest became a global benchmark for science-backed natural beauty. Alicia shares the origin story of her grandmother’s bold philosophy—"If I can’t eat it, I won’t put it on my skin"—and how that ethos continues to define the brand nearly seven decades later.
Experiencing Truly Efficacious Skincare with Exponent Beauty Founder, Liz Whitman
Join us for an exclusive look into the fresh new approach to truly efficacious products that EXPONENT Beauty is taking in this episode featuring the brand’s founder, Liz Whitman. Liz Whitman is a beauty industry insider with experience as an accomplished corporate executive, serial entrepreneur and early-stage investor. She is the Founder & CEO of Exponent Beauty, the first self-activated skincare brand.
How Fermented Ingredients are Transforming Skincare ft. Amala Beauty
In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta sits down with Dalia Fernandez, Product Development Director at Amala, to explore the science behind microbiome-focused skincare. Known for its commitment to natural and organic formulations backed by clinical trials, Amala is redefining clean beauty with innovative, microbiome-friendly products.
Harnessing The Power Of Nature’s Nourishing Potential ft. Natural Radiant Life Co-Founder, Rhonda D.
Join us for a conversation with one of the cofounders of Natural Radiant Life, Rhonda Daniels. Natural Radiant Life, known for their face and body products made with organic, vegan and whole-food based ingredients, is launching their new & FRESH line; with body butter and body serum on Saturday, April 1, 2023. These products provide moisturize, nourish, and revitalize the skin on your body while leaving it fresh-smelling, radiant, and with a healthy appearance.
Priscila Martinez Interview
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E.321: Clarifying The Meaning Of Self-Care W/Cynthia Ruiz, Best Selling Author, Professor and Expert
Join us for a Sunday Self Care Special with the renowned author, award winning professor and leadership expert, Cynthia Ruiz as we discuss the true meaning of self love and self care and the changing landscapes women are dealing with in today’s American society. Cynthia is an Award wining Professor, Best selling Author, Commissioner, Leadership expert, an Executive Coach and Personal Development Speaker.
Laura Gerchik, US General Manager for Biologique Rechere
Biologique Recherche’s purpose is to further skin quality and health, helping enhance the self-esteem that’s so essential to people’s fundamental wellbeing. To this end all our staff, distributors, suppliers and wider stakeholders strive daily to improve societal and environmental wellbeing, now and in the future.Skin is the reflection of ourselves; it isn’t consistent, but multiple over the course of a day, of a life.
Navigating Career Shifts and Fame with Davina Potratz from NETFLIX's Selling Sunset
What do you get when you cross a savvy real estate professional, a former model and a star from the Netflix series 'Selling Sunset'? You get Davina! We're thrilled to bring you our conversation with this accomplished professional, who candidly shares her unique journey from the world of fashion to the high-stakes realm of real estate. Get ready to hear all about her intriguing work on luxury development projects in Los Angeles, the Middle East, and more.
Unveiling Authenticity: Marlena Stell’s Vision for the Future of Makeup
Explore the transformative power of beauty with Marlena Stell, the visionary founder of Makeup Geek, in a heart-to-heart that's as enlightening as it is inspiring. Marlena shares her journey from a makeup-obsessed child to a YouTube powerhouse, revealing how the art of cosmetics became her avenue for self-empowerment. She delves into the nuanced relationship between self-esteem and beauty, and how embracing one's image through makeup can be an act of self-love. In the creation of her latest venture, the Makeup Geek Academy, Marlena is on a mission to provide a sanctuary for learning and passion for makeup away from the social media circus.