Beauty Is Your Business - beautytech and beauty innovation

We are revisiting one of our favorite episodes. From this conversation last year, Host Mimi Banks chats with Aïda Moudachirou-Rébois, Senior Vice President and Global Chief Marketing Officer, M·A·C Cosmetics. Aida discusses her journey that led her to MAC Cosmetics. She shares how MAC was the only brand that was able to accommodate her needs as consumer, and how now in her current role, she contin...

Host April Franzino is joined this week by Anna Teal, the CEO of Grown Alchemist. Anna shares her journey in the beauty industry and the brand's focus on harnessing the power of nature and biotech ingredients. Grown Alchemist has formed partnerships with Equinox and REVIV to offer holistic wellness experiences. The brand's retail strategy varies by market, with a focus on service integration and f...

Host Mimi Banks is joined by Lisa Goodman, the Founder of GoodSkin Clinics. Lisa discusses her unique approach to beauty and healthy aging. She emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to aesthetics, focusing on the root causes of aging and creating personalized healthy aging plans. Lisa also talks about the challenges of re-educating clients in an industry that is often focused on quick f...

Melissa Palmer, Co-Founder and CEO of OSEA, shares the story of the brand's genesis and its connection to the ocean. The brand has stayed true to its core beliefs and philosophy since its launch in 1996, focusing on clean ingredients and sustainability. Melissa discusses how the brand has evolved over the years, including the shift to online sales and the use of Instagram for marketing. She emphas...

Host Mimi Banks is joined by Basma Hameed, the Founder of BASMA Beauty. Basma shares her unique background story and journey in the beauty industry. After suffering from a kitchen accident that left her with third-degree burns on half of her face, Basma discovered the power of makeup at a young age. She later developed a scar camouflage treatment and opened clinics in Toronto and Beverly Hills. Ba...

Jessica Quick, of Buzz Beaute sits down with Amy Welsman, the Founder and CEO of Paume Handcare. Amy shares her journey of starting a hand sanitizer brand and the challenges she faced. She discusses the genesis of Paume and how being a new mom inspired her to create a more luxurious and enjoyable hand sanitizer. She talks about the go-to-market strategy, including focusing on direct-to-consumer sa...

Host April Franzino is joined by Karissa Bodnar, the Founder and CEO at Thrive Causemetics. She shares her journey in the beauty industry and the mission behind her brands. Karissa emphasizes the importance of giving back and creating products that solve problems for consumers. She also discusses the challenges she faced in building her business and the lessons she learned along the way. Instagram...

Host Jessica Quick of Buzz Beaute is joined by Rachel Shallowitz, President of LAWLESS Beauty. Rachel shares her journey in the beauty industry, how she started her career behind the Bobby Brown counter and worked her way up to her current position. She emphasizes the importance of relationships in the beauty industry and how LAWLESS Beauty focuses on creating makeup products that are transformati...

Host Mimi Banks is joined by Laurie Lam, the Chief Brand Officer of e.l.f. Cosmetics. Laurie shares her journey in the beauty industry, from starting as a teenager working at an Estee Lauder counter to her current role at e.l.f. She discusses the importance of guts, curiosity, and asking questions in her career. She also talks about e.l.f.’s focus on disruption, inclusivity, and community, and she...

Host April Franzino is joined by Martina Halloran Joseph, CEO of Dr. Hauschka Skincare USA, shares her unconventional journey in the beauty industry, the brand's unique ethos, and its commitment to community impact. She discusses the brand's focus on natural, sustainable products and the importance of transparency in the industry. Martina emphasizes the brand's dedication to customer care and its...

Host Mimi Banks is joined by Leslie Ann Hall, the CEO and Founder of Iced Media. Leslie shares insights on TikTok Shop and live streaming on TikTok. She discusses the democratization of distribution, the potential of TikTok Shop as a sales channel, and the importance of stakeholder involvement for success on TikTok. Leslie also emphasizes the need for consistency and frequency in TikTok Live strea...

Doreen Arbel, General Manager of Charlotte Tilbury North America, shares her career journey and the importance of passion and hard work in the beauty industry. She started her career in advertising and then moved to Paris to work at L'Oreal. She worked on various brands and categories, gaining valuable experience in global roles and in the field. Doreen emphasizes the importance of taking risks an...

Host Jessica Quick of Buzz Beaute is joined this week by Carly Broderick, the Founder and CEO of Miles Personal Care. Carly discusses the development and marketing of her brand, which focuses on creating deodorants and personal care products for teens and tweens. Carly shares her background in the beauty industry and how she came up with the idea for Miles, as well as the branding and packaging, i...

Cassandra Thurswell, Founder and CEO of Kitsch, shares her journey of building a successful beauty brand. She started with hand-making knotted hair elastics and selling them door-to-door, eventually expanding into other hair accessories, satin pillowcases, and haircare products. Kitsch's focus on sustainability and small behavior changes has resonated with customers. Cassandra discusses the challe...

Jamie Greenberg, celebrity makeup artist and founder of Jamie Makeup, shares her journey in the beauty industry and the process of getting celebrities ready for the red carpet. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration and authenticity in creating the perfect look. Jamie also discusses her own beauty line and the challenges of product development. She values her community and aims to create a...

Jesse Bartley, Chief Commercial Officer of Scent Beauty, discusses the evolution of the fragrance industry and the unique approach of Scent Beauty. The company initially focused on direct-to-consumer fragrance but later pivoted to become an omnichannel company. Bartley emphasizes the importance of partnerships with retailers and the need to create emotional connections with consumers. He also high...

Host Jessica Quick of Buzz Beaute is joined by Alicia Grande, the CEO and Founder of Grande Cosmetics. Alicia discusses the beginnings of Grande Cosmetics, starting with the discovery of a lash-enhancing product and the journey to bring it to market. Alicia talks about the strategic moves and milestones that propelled the company's growth, including expanding into different channels and markets. S...

Host Jessica Quick of Buzz Beauté is joined by Angela Caglia, the Founder of Angela Caglia Skincare. Angela discusses the journey of building her luxury skincare brand.  She shares the influence of Barbara Streisand and the importance of utilizing her clientele base, and she introduces the Cell Forté serum and the science behind it.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautybizshow/ See omnystud...

Kate Foster, co-founder and CEO of The Outset, shares her journey in the beauty industry and the building of her brand. She discusses her early career working at CEW and Victoria's Secret, her transition to fashion and return to beauty, and the inspiration behind The Outset. Kate also talks about the challenges faced during the pandemic, the brand's focus on minimal and gentle skincare, and the fu...

Host Jessica Quick of Buzz Beaute is joined by Jessica Stevenson and Jayme Jenkins, the Founders of Everist. They discuss their category-defining innovation in the beauty industry. They share the genesis of Everist,  the competitive landscape and the surprises they encountered as beauty founders, and what is next for the brand. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautybizshow/ See omnystudi...

Host April Franzino sits down with Sarah Potempa, a celebrity hairstylist and the CEO of Beachwaver Co. Sarah shares stories about her career as a celebrity hairstylist, and working on photoshoots. She also discusses how she came up with the idea for the original Beachwaver and the challenges she faced while getting it produced. Sarah also tells us what’s next for Beachwaver Co. Instagram: https:/...

Host Mimi Banks is joined this week by Julien Bouzitat, the General Manager at LaNeige & Innisfree. He discusses coming to the United States from France, and some of the differences in the business culture that he encountered, and how he adapted. Julien also discusses the role that social media has played in building global brands. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautybizshow/ See omnyst...

Host Jessica Quick of Buzz Beaute is joined by Kamal Kaur, the Founder and Principal Regulatory Consultant at The Cosmetic Regulator. Kamal breaks down some of the confusing regulatory points for consumers when it comes to beauty products and brands. She talks about the differences between EU regulations and state and federal regulations in the United States. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/b...

Host Mimi Banks is joined by Injector Chris Bustamante, the Founder of Lushful Aesthetics. Chris talks about opening his own practice two years ago, the growth the business has experienced and how he displays his work on  social media to target a niche audience.   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautybizshow/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Mimi Banks is joined this week by Chris Payne, the CEO of Jane Iredale. Chris discusses his career path, including his days at L’Oréal. He also discusses how he fell in love with the professional channel because of the ability to discover products and techniques. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautybizshow/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.