Unraveling Acne: Microbiome, Inflammation, and Cutting-Edge Treatments with Dr. Barbara Paldus of CODEX Labs

Transform your understanding of acne management with insights from Dr. Barbara Paldus of Codex Labs in this second episode of our masterclass. This episode reveals the groundbreaking science behind the skin-gut-brain microbiome axis and how it revolutionizes skincare. Learn how Codex Labs' new live probiotic bioserum and supplement can reshape your microbiome, offering a clinically backed solution for acne that prioritizes balance and skin health over harsh treatments.

Misinformation In Skincare

Join us for this episode where we break down the vast amount of misinformation floating around in the skincare industry regarding clinical research, product results, and overall marketing schemes.

E.303: Botox W/Out The Needles: Introducing NO-TOX ft. Dr Sharad P. Paul, MD

In this episode we sat down with Dr Sharad Paul, leading skin cancer expert, author, and founder of Skin By Dr Sharad, to discuss his revolutionary new FULLY PATENTED product, NO-TOX. After 10 years of research, Dr. Sharad has developed a proprietary compound, NO-TOX that is clinically proven to mimic the effects of Botox. The products are Vegan,natural, cruelty and toxin free!

Jessica Richards, Founder of SHEN Beauty

Beauty expert and entrepreneur, Jessica Richards, is the powerhouse behind Brooklyn’s premier beauty destination, SHEN Beauty.After graduating from FIT, Richards worked as a stylist for VOGUE and Moda Operandi before transitioning to her passion project - connecting consumers to products that fuel beauty. Richards saw the unique opportunity in the clean beauty space, as the store would be the first of its kind in the metropolitan area that offered a quintessentially cool, curated range of effective, niche and luxury beauty products.

E.381: NEW LAUNCH EPISODE FEATURING Revision Skincare’s New D.E.J. Serum!

Join us for a very special product launch featuring the CEO of Revision Skincare for their brand new product : The D.E.J Daily Boosting Serum. Ekta chats with Maria Carell (CEO) after having tried and tested the serum daily for two weeks to discuss the benefits of the new addition to the Revision family’s, as well as the other hero products in the science forward line.

E.328: Customization of Skincare Is Here ft. Ming Zhao of PROVEN Skincare

In this exclusive episode join Ekta as she interviews the CEO of the breakthrough and fully patented lined, PROVEN skincare, Ming Zhao. Ming explains the arduous journey that has led to a fully patented approach to true customization of products in the skin health space and the innovation behind PROVEN’s approach towards understanding not only the needs of everyday consumers, but further integrating those needs with a database of information from medical journals And AI technologies.

Creating Captivating & Curated Cosmeceuticals ft. Colleen Rothschild Beauty

Colleen Rothschild is the driving force behind Colleen Rothschild Beauty, a highly respected and much-loved beauty brand. With over 30 years of experience in the beauty industry, Colleen is a seasoned expert who has spent the first half of her career behind the scenes, where she refined her ability to combine science and technology with botanicals and luxury skincare. She is passionate about helping others feel confident and beautiful in their own skin and is dedicated to providing her customers with the best possible skincare and beauty experience.

Yewande Masi, Cosmetic Chemist and Founder of ORNAMI Skincare

Yewande is the founder of Ornami Skincare, a black-owned, toxin-free skin and body care line that Was born from the love and Support Of friends and family after a breakUp. Yewande founded Ornami on the idea that sometimes finding happiness is a process of elimination. She wanted to design luxurious, toxin-free ingredients that encouraged women to take the time to care for themselves as a daily ritual.

Treating Skin from the Inside Out ft. BIOFOR

Join us for an illuminating conversation on Skin Anarchy as Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Dr. Ronit Segev, founder and CEO of BIOFOR, a brand redefining what it means to be “professional-grade” in skincare. This episode goes beyond beauty trends and into the science of skin itself—why it ages, how it functions, and what it really takes to deliver results that last.

E.365: Indie Skincare’s Rising Star, SIMPURE Is Raising The Bar For Industry Wide Standards

In this episode we sat down with the creator of SIMPURE, Annabell Catania, as she walked us into a whole new category of skincare: Indie Luxury. Although the term was coined by us after exploring Annabell’s line, it is no doubt that every product has been crafted with the most pristine craftsmanship and thought. SIMPURE started from a line of efficacious deodorant products and then expanded its range to cover the multitude of skin health battles consumers face of the daily.

First Look At Marlena Stell’s Fragrance Line, Marsté

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Dr. Ekta welcomes Marlena Stell, the visionary behind Makeup Geek, to discuss her latest venture, Marsté, a luxury fragrance brand that merges artistry, emotion, and accessibility. Marlena shares how her personal journey, love for French culture, and passion for scent inspired her to create a fragrance line that tells stories and uplifts the soul.

Daniel Isaacs, Research Director for Medik8 Skincare

Daniel Isaacs is the Director of Research at Medik8 - one of the UK’s fastest growing skincare companies loved by industry professionals, beauty editors and skincare enthusiasts. Daniel has always been fascinated by science and studied chemistry at the University of Leeds. He later joined his brother Elliot’s company, Medik8, as a product formulator in the research and development department.

E.313: Luxury Skincare Inspired By Nature & Fortified By Science Ft. Irene Forte

As the Wellness Consultant of Rocco Forte Hotels, an Advisory Board Member of the Global Wellness Summit and businesswoman Irene embodies her family’s entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to ethical business practices. She sees her skincare company as part of a much wider system of people and organizations, nature and the environment; and she is personally committed to doing the ‘right things’ to ensure that her products and processes are as sustainable as possible. Frustrated by the absence of spa formulations with the right characteristics, Irene felt existing brands seemed to be either naively natural or too coldly scientific.

Finding The Secret To Frizz Free Curls With Frederic Fekkai, Founder of FEKKAI Hair Care

Join us for a perfect hair day as we sit down with Frederic Fekkai, founder of his iconic hair care range that has been creating and inspiring beautiful hair since its inception! FEKKAI originated at the salon in 1989, when there was the lack of high-quality hair care products at the time - in particular, color care. Women were leaving the salon with beautiful hair color and returning with faded, oxidized colored hair in a matter of weeks. That inspired him to create Technician Color, which has always remained a favorite. Professional luxury hair hair care didn’t exist - there was a gap in the prestige market, particularly in areas like color care, and saw an opportunity to offer solutions that were missing at the time. From the start it has always been about the skinification of hair care, the sensorality of the formulations and the experience using the product matched with unprecedented professional results. Frédéric embarked on a journey that fused innovation with expertise.

E.415: NYFW Fashion Friday Featuring moon d’elle shoeware

For the launch of our new series, Fashion Fridays, we wanted to start off with something everyone can relate to: a great pair of shoes that are finely crafted to perfection. moon d’elle is a line inspired by the rich background of two sisters, Chandra and Tabitha, as they grew up with a global awareness of what fashion truly meant. From concept to execution, every step of the moon d’elle production process takes place in the Lombardy region of Italy—best known for the art of luxury shoemaking.

E.337: Fragrance Friday Ft. OldVine Fragrance

Join us for a very special fragrance Friday featuring OldVine Fragrance, an extension of the beautiful floral brand OldVine florals. Ekta sits down with Itika to discuss the impact of the first global luxury fragrance brand launched by a prominent Black, female floral designer. OldVine is a new regime of fragrance makers with bespoke products developed and distributed exclusively by Firmenich.

E.315: Creating Healthier Nails Via Luxury Nail Polish ft. Emilie Heathe Beauty

Emily H. Rudman sat down with us to chat all things health and wellness and how her line is crafted for the self care minded consumers of our time. The brand combines luxury and science to crate products that not only perform but also deliver long lasting results for a healthier lifestyle. Join us as we take a deep dive into the brand itself and Emily’s overall vision of creating a wellness brand rooted in art.

Terri Bryant Founder of Guide Beauty

In this episode, hear from Terri Bryant, founder of the innovative line, Guide Beauty. Terri dives into her journey in the beauty industry as a professional makeup artist and talks about how she adapted and overcame the health changes impacting her career by recreating an easier way to do makeup, without compromising precision and artistry.

Clean Skincare created by a leading architect and Breast Cancer Warrior ft Alina Mehrle

Join Ekta as she interviews Alina Mehrle, Founder of the brand new skincare line AMEŌN and also a breast cancer warrior. Alina shares her inspirational journey to discovering the power of truly clean products and everything that led up to her creating a brand for anyone who needs safe and efficacious products.

E.361: revela Is Leading The Way Towards Reversing Hair Loss With Their Hair Revival Serum

In this episode we sat down to chat with Dr David Zhang, PhD about the breakthrough discovery that makes revela the new best kept secret for hair regrowth. David explains how the need for this product stems from the immense amount of people (especially women) that have long searched for a solution to something that is debilitating for self esteem and their overall health: hair loss. revela hair revival serum is a cutting edge and scientifically novel formulation that uses the newly discovered ingredient ProCelinyl (discovered for its benefits by Zhang et al.) to help in the regrowth and regeneration of hair on the scalp.

Igniting a Sustainable Future in Luxury Candle Making with Jonathan Horemans of Boojee

Join us as we light the way with Jonathan Horemans, the innovative mind behind Boojee, in a conversation that will illuminate the intersection of luxury and sustainability in candle making. Discover how Jonathan's leap from crafting shoes to creating a candle brand is igniting a transformation in the industry. We delve into the heart of Boojee's mission – to offer an opulent fragrance experience minus the environmental guilt. With their refillable candle model, Boojee is casting a flame on the importance of sustainability, challenging the norm of single-use luxury and opening our senses to a world where indulgence doesn't come at the expense of our planet.

Exploring Probiotic Skincare's Breakthrough with Trevor Steyn of Esse Skincare

Unlock a world where your skin's natural ecosystem thrives with grace and vitality. Our guest Trevor Steyn, the innovative mind behind Esse Skincare, joins us to reveal how his chemistry know-how from drug discovery morphed into pioneering the microbiome skincare revolution. Together, we dissect the delicate interplay between our skin and its bacterial companions, and how Trevor's groundbreaking products, teeming with live probiotics, are changing the skincare game by fostering a robust skin barrier and a balanced pH.

The New Era of Luxury Fragrance with Eauso Vert

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, we explore the world of luxury niche fragrance with Tanya Gonzalez and Faye Harris, co-founders of Eauso Vert. Blending artistry, sustainability, and clean formulations, they’ve created a brand that redefines modern fragrance while maintaining an emotional connection to scent.

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.

Christine Bullock founder of Kayo Body Care

In This episode hear from Christine, founder of the face grade body care skincare line, Kayo. Christine shares her fitness career journey that inspired her to bring the underlying principles to the realm of skin fitness via well formulated, luxury grade products for full body skin health.

E.334: Veronique Gabai- Master Fragrance Expert: Exclusive Interview

Join us for a fragrance Friday series exclusive where we sit down with the Master of Scents, Veronique Gabai. Born in the Cote d’Azur, in Antibes, France, Veronique Gabai-Pinsky has more than 25 years of experience in the luxury, fashion, beauty and fragrance fields - with major successes as a brand builder. Working with companies such as L’Oréal, Vera Wang, and Giorgio Armani, where she was instrumental in the overall development of their fragrance businesses.

Tata Harper, founder of TATA HARPER Skincare

Tata Harper grew up in Colombia in a household full of women with a deep love for the ritual of beauty. When Tata’s stepfather was diagnosed with cancer, she wanted to find ways to make her luxury beauty routine free of the potentially toxic synthetic chemicals found in many existing products. Identifying a void in the market, Tata decided to create them herself. Through years of painstaking research, she developed her unique formulation process and proprietary bio-engineering technology for creating her signature Complex Formulas, grounded in the philosophy that more ingredients equal more results.

Camila Pierotti , Sol de Janeiro, Founding Partner

Let’s ChatSince launching Sol de Janeiro in the summer of 2015 with Heela Yang and Marc Capra, Camila has been focused on bringing Brazilian Beauty Secrets to life through the brand’s addictive and sensorial products. She guides the brand's product innovation strategy in the fast-expanding growing collection of luxurious products that encourage body love at its best. The inspiration for each product is rooted in Camila’s love of her home country’s positive attitude towards beauty and life.

Ahsaki Báá LaFrance-Chachere , Founder and CEO of Ah-Shi Beauty

Ahsaki Baa LaFrance-Chachere, Founder/CEO of Ah-Shi Beauty, the first native American owned and operated luxury skincare and cosmetics brand in the united states.I am a proud dine (Navajo) tribal member and African American woman. The odds were against me as I faced social and economic challenges as a dark-skinned Native American. This gave me the fuel I needed to build Ah-Shi Beauty. I get to showcase that we as Native Americans/Indigenous people are diverse. We are not the pervasive image the media continue to perpetuate.

The Future of Light Therapy and Beauty Innovation with Nuon Medical Technologies


On this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta sits down with Alain Dijkstra, CEO of Nuon Medical Technologies, to explore how medical-grade devices are redefining the future of skincare and beauty. With two decades of experience innovating in the medical device space, Dijkstra has transformed his expertise in surgical lighting and operating room technology into consumer-friendly tools that bring science-backed results straight to our vanities.

Introducing The Ordinary's The O. Lab ft. Prudvi Kaka, CSO of DECIEM Labs

Join us for a Skincare Anarchy Exclusive Episode where we speak to the Chief Scientific Officer of DECIEM labs, Prudvi Kaka as he dives into the six latest products being introduced to The Ordinary through the brand’s in-house product incubator, The O.Lab. This is a first look into the science of each of these products and a deep dive into what we can expect from the sophisticated formulations inside every bottle.

Shea Marie, Founder of The Feelist

Over the past decade, entrepreneur and creative director Shea Marie has developed a devoted following of millions, and her position as one of the world’s top influencers has landed her jobs with the largest beauty, health, wellness and fashion brands. From her own devoted social media following, to Same, her best-selling brand of luxury swim and resort wear, Shea continuously proves to be successful in all her endeavors.

A Fresh Approach To Nature Inspired Skincare Ft. fresh Beauty - E.419

Join Ekta as she interviews Carolina Cespedes Virguez, who is currently fresh North America General Manager and has over 20 years of sales, marketing and brand building experience in the U.S., Europe and Latin America.Carolina's career began at Procter & Gamble where she spent over 14 years in sales and marketing.In her last role there, she successfully launched Olay and Max Factor into the Belgian market.

E.360: BOHĒME Is Reinventing The Luxury Category of Candles

In this Fragrance Friday special we sat down with the founder of BOHĒME, Sadaf Kherani as the discussion brings up the need for the candle niche of fragrance to differentiate between craftsmanship and luxury vs everything else in the category. Sadaf’s brand is a beautiful testament to the global Woman consumer who enjoys scents that remind her of the beautiful scents from all of her most beloved travels and international experiences with fragrance and memory.

Transforming the Science of Luxury Skincare with Angela Caglia's NEW Cell Forté Serum

Step into the elite world of Hollywood skincare with Angela Caglia, the celebrated esthetician to the stars and the mastermind behind an innovative serum that's redefining luxury skincare. Angela brings her extensive experience and passion for beauty to our latest episode, revealing the meticulous research and development behind her brand's breakthrough product. Her unique serum harnesses the restorative power of human mesenchymal stem cells and their conditioned media, packed with growth factors and proteins that are rejuvenating skin to a sumptuous, velvet-like texture.

E.295: Skin Routines That Hollywood Stars Are Crazy For Ft. Angela Caglia

"My skincare philosophy is based on nourishing your lipid barrier, less is more when it comes to products, and only use the world’s best ingredients when formulating. My ethos is represented in each product in my assortment. I also bring my 26 years’ experience working directly on skin, that’s over 20,000 faces, so I have an acute understanding of what works. Plus, when you consider my clients are some of the most discerning and recognizable faces in the world, there is no margin for error. “ - Angela

E341: Labor Day Special Ft. American Crew Hair Care

In this Labor Day special join us for a conversation with the icon himself, David Raccuglia, founder of American Crew as we discuss the history of men’s grooming, the evolving landscape of barber culture and much more. “American Crew is more than just another product supplier. It’s a landmark in the history of men’s grooming. It’s the leading salon brand created specifically for men and the stylists they trust.

Kyoko Getz and Shannon Britt, Co-Founders of OLURA Skincare

A highly sought-after celebrity aesthetician, Kyoko has developed products and facial protocols for a number of luxury skincare lines before joining Olura to design our product line and create protocols for our clients.

E.293: Redefining Luxury Skin Care W/Out Compromising The Science Ft. Emma Lewisham

Emma Lewisham has packed a lot into her 37 years of experience. She's studied business in Barcelona, sits on the board of a charitable trust, and has been actively involved in womens advocacy for over a decade across organisations including Zonta International and Global Women. Tune in to learn how Emma is redefining the Luxury Skincare Space without cutting corners when it comes to the science, quality and even sustainability of high end products.

Leslie Harris, Global General Manager of SkinCeuticals

Leslie Eden Harris serves as the Global General Manager of SkinCeuticals, a L’Oréal-owned line of professional skincare founded on antioxidant science. Today the brand is the #1 medical aesthetic skincare brand worldwide, used and sold by dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and aesthetic doctors in over 40 countries. In her capacity as General Manager, Leslie oversees the brand’s global vision, innovation, business model development, and international expansion.

Behind the Scenes of Beauty: Regulatory Compliance, Testing, and Safety Measures with Validated Claim Support

Ever wondered about the labyrinth of regulations, safety measures, and testing routines that rule the beauty industry? Brace yourself for an enlightening episode as industry expert, Brian Ecclefield, takes us on a journey through this complex maze. We kick off by studying the new FDA guidelines, MOCRA, and its long-lasting implications for the industry. As an experienced developer of clinical studies, Brian gives us the inside track on the timelines for testing new formulations and significant factors at play.

Redefining Skincare Trust: The Journey to the S.A.F.E. Seal of Approval and Its Impact on Industry Standards

Embark on a transformative expedition with me, Dr. Ekta, as we explore the unveiling of the S.A.F.E Seal—a symbol set to redefine trust and quality in the skincare industry. Imagine a world where every product on the shelf is backed by a badge confirming its rigorous scientific evaluation; that's the future the S.A.F.E Seal promises. In this episode, I delve into its origins and the foundational principles that ensure every sealed product is a testament to safety, efficacy, and scientific validation. This isn't just a discussion; it's a movement inviting brand founders to hold their creations to the highest possible standards and encouraging consumers to demand nothing less than the best for their skin health.

E.414: Beauty Is Returning To Retail In A Boutique Format ft. bluemercury

Tracy Kline joins us for a chat about everything new happening at the cult favorite retail chain, bluemercury! Tune in to learn all about BM’s interactive entitled The Cache and brand philosophy! Tracy Kline leads Merchandising, Spa and Supply Chain for Bluemercury. She joined the omni-channel luxury beauty retailer in 2016 and is responsible for its highly curated product assortment, leading to category differentiation and continued growth.

From Small-Town Dreams to Hollywood's Elite: An Exclusive with Jason Felts on His Tell-All 'Hollywood Virgin'

In this inspiring episode of Skin Anarchy, host Dr. Ekta sits down with Jason Felts to dive into his extraordinary journey from small-town Texas to Hollywood success. As the head of Virgin’s entertainment arm, Jason Felts became the second youngest CEO in the history of Virgin behind Sir Richard Branson himself, and also served as CEO of the Virgin Fest music festivals. As a producer, his films cumulatively grossed over one billion dollars worldwide and he was named by Variety in the “Top 10 to Watch”.

The Master Of Moisturizing Skincare, and Creator Of Japan’s Best Selling Hyaluronic Acid Products

Join us for a skincare anarchy exclusive podcast episode with the iconic, Masanori (Markie) Tamura, creator of first Hyaluronic Acid Serum At HadaLabo Japan, and now the VP of Product Development at Signum Biosciences, Inc, and mastermind behind the efficacious brand, Epicutis, as we dive into his journey.

Building A Mindset For Success with YOU ARE A BADASS Author, Jen Sincero

When financial turmoil met Jen Sincero, she didn't just face it—she mounted a full-fledged life revolution. Celebrating our 600th episode, we sit down with the powerhouse behind the "You Are a Badass" series to unpack the seismic mindset shift that paved her road from fiscal scarcity to authorial prosperity. In a riveting exchange, Jen dissects the potent brew of thoughts, beliefs, and an urgency-fueled writing process that's captivating readers hungry for self-improvement without the snooze factor. It's not every day you get to peer behind the curtains of a success story and find actionable wisdom that's as entertaining as it is enlightening.

The Landscape Of “Luxury” Indie Beauty Ft. Lorne Lucree, MBA of Atelier By Voyant Beauty

Lorne Lucree is the Chief Innovation Officer at Voyant Beauty, the largest beauty and personal care contract manufacturer in North America, and Head of the new Atelier by Voyant Beauty division, focused on partnering with fast growth indie beauty brands experiencing exponential growth. A product junkie, Lorne has spent his career at the forefront of disruptive beauty and personal care product development – leveraging consumer insights, developments in technology and active ingredients, packaging innovations, progress in sustainability, olfactive trends, and latest formulation techniques into blue sky ideas that translate into breakthrough, retail ready products that resonate.

Ethical Standards and the Push for Ingredient Integrity in Skincare Formulation with Christina Mahar of Craft Beauty Labs

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.

Veronica Alanis, Senior Design Engineer/ Senior Product Developer, DYSON

Veronica AlanisSenior Design Engineer, New Product Development – Hair CareBorn and raised in Mexico, Veronica joined Dyson in Malmesbury, England in 2016 and has since travelled the world to bring Dyson’s most inventive hair care machines to market. Veronica started her career at Dyson as a design engineer followed by a stint in Shanghai where she managed research and development. From there, Veronica went on to help develop the best-selling Dyson Airwrap styler which launched in 2018 and sold out with a six-month-long waiting list.

Understanding The Hype Around Baccarat Rouge 540 & Other Trend Worthy Scents ft Olya Bar

Join us for a fabulous fragrance Friday featuring one of the most knowledgeable fragrance experts of our time, Olya Bar. Olya does a deep dive into helping understand the fragrance world and niche perfumery, as well as shares her most beloved scents and trends she thinks will take off this year!

Gillian Gorman Round, CEO of Kjaer Weis

A global leader, world-class marketer, and passionate communicator, Gillian Gorman Round has a rich background rooted in successful marketing for a diverse portfolio of global brands. Currently serving as Chief Executive Officer at Kjaer Weis since December 2020, Gill started her career in the beauty space at L’Oreal UK for L’Oreal Professional Products.

Dianne Vavra, SVP Press and Celebrity Relations Dior Beauty and Founder of Spotlight Beauty PR

Dianne Vavra, former Senior VP of Press and Celebrity relations for Dior Beauty, and the founder of Spotlight Beauty PR, shares her perspective on how the beauty industry has evolved and what she looks for in a promising brand.

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.

E 327: RéVive Masterclass Series Episode 3/3

In this final episode of the master class with RéVive Skincare, Dr Brown is joined by his Product Development lead, Liz Martin for a deep dive into the formulation of the products that have created the foundation of this industry acclaimed line. Liz discusses the fundamentals of formulation such as ingredients, their purpose in the products RéVive creates and much more!