
Putting I-Beauty On The Map Ft. Garima Ahluwalia of Joly Beauty
Garima Ahluwalia, the inspiring founder and CEO of Joly Beauty, takes us on a fascinating journey from her roots in India to her transformative experiences in the United States. Discover how Ayurveda, an ancient science, became the cornerstone of her mission to bring natural and clean skincare to the forefront. This episode unravels the rich heritage and scientific foundation of Ayurveda, shedding light on Garima's personal quest to bridge cultural gaps and promote a deeper understanding of this holistic practice.
A Deep Dive into Mindfulness and its Impact on Leadership with Samara Zelniker
Ready to take a transformative journey into mindfulness? We've got the perfect guide for you today. Our special guest, Samara Zelniker, renowned mindfulness and leadership expert, sheds light on the powerful connection between mindfulness, leadership, skincare, and overall well-being. Samara's profound insights on maintaining a positive mindset, especially amidst the hustle and bustle of holiday travel, are not to be missed.
Longevity Starts With Your Immune System, Not Your Serum Ft. Dr. Stacie Stephenson
In this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Dr. Ekta Yadav is joined by Dr. Stacie Stephenson, a leading voice in functional and integrative medicine, for a powerful conversation that reframes how we think about skin health. Rather than isolating skin concerns from the rest of the body, Dr. Stacie emphasizes a systems-based approach that connects the dots between stress, inflammation, gut health, and chronic conditions like acne and autoimmune disease.
Understanding Your Skin as an Organ, Not a Trend with Dr. Doris Day
Dr. Day explains why lasting beauty begins with good habits — quality sleep, smart nutrition, stress balance, and mindful movement — before any injectable or skincare product ever touches our face. She dives into why injectables like Botox work best when paired with a careful, customized approach that considers bone structure, muscle dynamics, and skin condition. Her biggest rule? Results should always look natural and authentic, never frozen.
Integrative Dermatology and the Power of Adaptogens with Dr. MBK, Founder of Stamina Cosmetics
Ever thought how your skincare routine can be an integral part of your overall well-being? Well, this puzzling question intrigued us too! Join us as we unearth the mystifying domain of integrative dermatology with Dr. MBK, founder of Stamina Cosmetics. Marianna shares insightful tales from her career journey into medicine and dermatology, and her unique approach to skincare that marries traditional and complementary medicine based on science.
E.294: Finding Trust Worthy Skin Care For All Seasons Ft. Good Faith Co-Founders
In this episode, GOOD FAITH SKINCARE Co-Founders, and Best Friends, Katie and Michelle share their journey of creating a brand that goes beyond what the eye can see when it comes to skin health. Good Faith is a line dedicated to taking care of people from both the inside and out via their tried and true approach to fully integrated wellness.
The Truth About Exfoliation and A Healthy Skin Barrier with Osmosis
In this thought-provoking episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ben Johnson, founder of Osmosis Skincare, returns to challenge everything you think you know about skincare. From overprescribed medications to the obsession with exfoliation, Dr. Johnson breaks down why the industry’s go-to methods might be doing more harm than good.
Discover the Beauty Secrets of Africa with Eni Culture's Founder Nkonye Iwerebon
In this captivating episode of Skin Anarchy, host Ekta Yadav chats with Nkonye Iwerebon, founder of Eni Culture, to dive into the heart of African beauty traditions and cultural heritage. Nkonye shares how her childhood in Lagos, Nigeria, where natural remedies were integral to daily life, inspired her to create a brand that celebrates the holistic wellness practices of African culture. Faced with a market that often overlooks the potency of natural African ingredients, Nkonye set out to bring the power of ingredients like shea butter and moringa to the forefront.
Customizing The Power Of Oils For Glowing Skin Ft. K Sahai Founder, Kavita Sahai
Join us for a captivating episode all about oils and the power of utilizing them in a customized approach towards truly nourished skin. With us today is the founder of k Sahai, Kavita Sahai. Kavita dives into the journey of creating a brand founded in her deep understanding of oils and their hollistic properties and why she created a unique way to customize and share the potential of healing our skin with oils via her brand. Kavita is passionate about all natural wellness & beauty. She is certified in aromatherapy, Ayurveda and yoga and has formulated products to only use the best that nature has to offer.
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.
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.
Exploring The Emergence of Natural Beauty With Vieve’s Leaves Skincare
Have you ever felt at war with your own skin, tirelessly searching for that elusive balance of potency and purity in your skincare routine? Genevieve Dolan, the mastermind behind Vieve's Leaves skincare, joins us to recount her transformative journey from severe cystic acne sufferer to clean beauty innovator. Her tale is not just one of personal triumph but a beacon for the holistic health movement, demonstrating a growing preference for efficacious, non-toxic skincare solutions. Genevieve's dedication to coupling scientific innovation with natural ingredients offers a fresh perspective on the often murky waters of the beauty industry, providing clear, uncompromising skincare wisdom.
Trust and Transparency in Green Beauty: An Insight with Blissoma’s Founder, Julie Longyear
Personal 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.
Marie Reynolds, founder of Marie Reynolds London
With over 35 years working as a skin and wellness expert in the UK with many celebrity and beauty director clients, Marie has developed a unique approach to the skin, treating skin health holistically as a tri-effect, looking at internal and external influences on the body that can impact the skin.
Herbal Medicine May Be The Next Step In Holistic Health Ft. NATUROPATHICA
In this episode we host Barbara Close, Founder of the industry favorite brand NATUROPATHICA. Barb takes us on a wonderful journey by discussing her background in herbal medicine and how that inspired her to create an apothecary analogous line of products that are meant to not only heal but help prevent illness throughout the whole body, not just our skin.
Elana D. Szyfer, CEO of RéVive Skincare
Elana D. Szyfer, CEO of RéVive Skincare, shares the incredible journey of the timeless brand RéVive, and the discoveries that led to the creation of their globally successful products. Elana offers insight into the business behind growing a brand in multiple international economies such as China, among others, and the process of expanding a brand that is now a trusted option in skin health by consumers worldwide.
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
Redefining Teen Beauty Standards with Aaron Chatterley of Indu Beauty
Prepare to be captivated by Aaron Chatterley's entrepreneurial spirit as he escorts us through the creation of Indu Beauty, a teen-focused beauty brand. Aaron, co-founder of the successful Feel Unique, brings his internet marketing prowess from the late '90s to today's beauty industry, navigating the marketing minefield to connect with the critical teenage demographic. Leveraging insights from his twin daughters and the omnipresent influence of platforms like YouTube and TikTok, we uncover the importance of authenticity in speaking to young consumers about their beauty needs.
E.400: Paving The Path Towards Holistic Period Care Ft. Rael Beauty Founder, Yanghee Paik
Join us for a very special, and exclusive look behind what makes Rael a leader in all things feminine care and wellness. Ekta chats with the founder of the iconic line, Yanghee Paik about what led to the development of a brand focused holistically on women’s health and overall period care. Yanghee shares the journey behind the magic and also explains the holistic drivers behind the expansion of Rael into the skincare space and the real scientific logic of all the products in the line.
The Essential Legal Steps Every Beauty Entrepreneur Should Know ft. Antonella Colella
In this episode of Skincare Anarchy, host Dr. Ekta sits down with Antonella Colella, founder of Colella Law Firm, to explore the intricate legal challenges faced by beauty brands today. With 15 years of legal expertise and a specialized focus on the beauty industry, Antonella shares practical advice on intellectual property, compliance, and preparing for groundbreaking regulations like the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA).
Becoming Holiday Ready: Brand Strategy For Holiday PR & More Ft. Founder of BCENE PR, Brittanie Price
Join us for a very special Sunday feature dedicated to all the amazing small brands out there who need some more help navigating their strategy for the upcoming holiday months in terms of PR and marketing. We sat down with the brilliant Brittanie C Price, Founder of BCENE PR as she guided us through an overall strategy most small brands can adopt when approaching their outreach efforts , as well as a focus on the upcoming holiday months and how brand founders should be ready to go for optimal exposure during this time.
From Stage to Stardom Learn How Stacy Jones Turns Brand Partnerships into Gold
In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta sits down with Stacy Jones, founder and CEO of Hollywood Branded, to uncover the secrets behind creating authentic brand partnerships with celebrities and influencers. Stacy shares her inspiring journey from theater production to becoming a trailblazer in Hollywood marketing, offering invaluable insights into building resilient businesses and thriving through industry challenges.
Fearless Hair Artistry and Timeless Style Secrrets from Dimitris Giannetos
In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with celebrity hairstylist Dimitris Giannetos for an honest look at what it really takes to shape iconic hair moments in Hollywood and beyond. From growing up in Thessaloniki with a dream that defied family expectations, to styling the biggest stars on the planet, Dimitris’s story is proof that fearlessness and timeless skill can take you anywhere.
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”.
Holly Curtis, Senior Director PR for Blended Strategy Group Interview
Holly Curtis, Senior Director PR at Blended Strategy Group, shares immense insight about the role a PR team plays in the overall success of brands and provides key career advice for aspiring executives and entrepreneurs.
Navigating Hollywood, Demin, and Height - A Deeper Look at Fashion Entrepreneurship with Kathryn Brolin
Imagine having to toggle between the glitz and glamour of Hollywood and the intricate world of fashion entrepreneurship. Today's episode brings you an engaging conversation with Kathryn Brolin, who does just that! She's an accomplished actress, producer, and the powerhouse behind a denim brand tailored for tall women.
E.383: Jan Marini’s Countdown To The Holidays !
Tune into the latest episode of the Jan Marini MasterClass series. Join Ekta and Jan in the conversation on countdown to the holidays and must have tips, tricks and products to make the season, and your skin brighter!