Glam & Grow - Beauty Business Podcast

Anisa Beauty is revolutionizing the makeup tool industry with innovative, high-quality brushes that enhance product performance while prioritizing sustainability. Founded by Anisa Telwar Kaicker, the brand owns and operates its manufacturing facilities, ensuring complete control over the supply chain and stringent quality standards. Each brush is responsibly crafted with eco-friendly materials and...

Melissa, the co-founder and CEO of OSEA Malibu, has transformed the brand into a leading force in luxurious, clean, and sustainable skincare. Rooted in her mother’s belief that the ocean is the source of all life, Melissa has infused this philosophy into OSEA’s core. Before leading OSEA, she honed her expertise in e-commerce and digital marketing, building successful strategies for various wellnes...

Act + Acre is a wellness-driven beauty brand that prioritizes the health of your scalp and hair. Founded by celebrity hairstylist Helen Reavey, the brand combines cutting-edge technology with clean, plant-based ingredients to deliver effective, sustainable hair care solutions. Their products are designed to nourish and balance the scalp, promoting healthier, stronger hair from the roots. Act + Acr...

Founded by Erin Kleinberg in honor of her late grandmother, SIDIA crafts luxurious body care and evocative scents that redefine modern luxury. Erin, the visionary behind Coveteur and the award-winning agency Métier, felt a deep desire to share her story of family and care through SIDIA. With a legacy of uplifting womxn, Erin channels her brand-building expertise to create products that empower and...

Crown Affair, founded by Dianna Cohen, is a modern haircare brand that emphasizes the importance of ritual in personal care. The brand is known for its handcrafted tools and clean, effective formulas, designed to not only enhance the health of your hair but also transform your relationship with it. Crown Affair’s approach encourages mindfulness in daily routines, turning haircare into a moment of...

Kathrin Hamm is the visionary founder and CEO of Bearaby, the company revolutionizing the sleep industry with its innovative weighted blankets. Back in 2018, while working as an economist for the World Bank, Kathrin was among the 68% of adults struggling with sleep problems. Seeking a natural solution to her chronic insomnia, she experienced the therapeutic benefits of a weighted blanket, which in...

Dr. Maryam Zamani, a trailblazing Oculoplastic Surgeon and Facial Aesthetics Doctor with over 20 years of experience, founded MZ Skin, a multi-award-winning skincare brand. With dual training as an American Board-Certified Ophthalmologist and UK Specialist Consultant, Dr. Zamani is at the cutting edge of skincare technology and treatments. MZ Skin, available in over 50 prestigious retailers worldw...

Lake & Skye is a modern fragrance and wellness brand founded by Courtney Somer, inspired by her holistic health journey and the healing power of nature. Somer's path to becoming a wellness advocate began after a health crisis in her early 20s led her to alternative therapies. This experience sparked a passion for yoga, nutrition, aromatherapy, and meditation, culminating in the launch of Lake & Sk...

With 40% of Americans experiencing digestive issues and over 90% not getting enough fiber, it's clear we have a national gut health problem. When you don’t go number 2, you feel bloated, heavy, and uncomfortable. Lack of regularity can also negatively affect your mood. YayDay has created a holistic solution that works overnight from the gut out. Their next-generation fiber supplement, formulated b...

After years of burnout living in the city that never sleeps and working in the beauty industry, Leslie Tessler knew it was time for a change. With fortitude and grit, she moved to  Argentina in 2011 to immerse herself in the culture and learn Spanish. During her decade there, Leslie advised and consulted for numerous LATAM beauty startups. Inspired by her experiences, she returned to the US in 202...

Founded by beauty icon and celebrity makeup artist Laura Geller, Laura Geller Beauty has been a trailblazer in the cosmetics industry since 1997. Renowned for its innovative baked makeup handcrafted in Italy and the iconic Spackle Skin Perfecting Primer, the brand excels in creating weightless, silky formulas for mature skin. Geller's hands-on involvement in product development and her dynamic pre...

Babor epitomizes the pinnacle of German luxury in skincare. Precise solutions for all beauty requirements define Babor’s approach, ensuring every individual skin need is met with clinical-grade cosmeceutical solutions. The DOCTOR BABOR range stands for precision cosmetics 'Made in Germany,' combining innovative and powerful ingredients with groundbreaking medical research to deliver visible, measu...

NuFACE, led by CEO and Co-Founder Tera Peterson, stands at the forefront of skincare innovation with its pioneering microcurrent technology. As the #1 at-home skincare device in the US, NuFACE has made significant strides in the beauty industry. It is renowned for being the first handheld microcurrent device cleared by the FDA, setting a new standard. This breakthrough has not only revolutionized...

With a passion for brand building from a young age, Dominique Gagnon brings over 15 years of experience in the consumer goods and beauty industry to her role as President and General Manager of Consumer Brands at Debut. Gagnon's career began in her family business, launching European prestige skincare brands in the US market. After completing her education at Harvard Business School, she worked wi...

Amidst a thriving tech career with industry giants like Accenture and IBM, Laura was quietly fighting a personal battle with alcoholism. Determined to quit alcohol for good, she faced a new challenge: finding a delicious non-alcoholic drink at social events. This struggle often left her feeling uncomfortable and out of place. Realizing she wasn't alone in this, Laura created Mingle Mocktails—a vib...

Carrie Barber has collaborated with some of the most influential beauty brands on the planet, including Glossier, Sephora, and VIOLET GREY. In 2013, Carrie and her partner took a bold leap by acquiring and relaunching MAKE Beauty. Carrie continues to evolve MAKE, pushing the brand forward into the next chapter of beauty. For her, this means making sustainability the standard, using cleaner and mor...

Dr. Yug Varma has made it his mission to revolutionize microbiome research. With a rich background in bio-organic chemistry, microbiology, and synthetic biology, he’s set out to transform the way we tackle chronic bacterial diseases. Dr. Varma is not just advancing science; he's making it accessible to everyone, especially those battling acne. Introducing PHYLA, the game-changer in acne treatment....

Known for their Vitamin C-infused shower heads, Vitaclean aims to enhance the everyday shower experience by promoting healthier skin and hair. It is more than a showerhead, it is an experience. Vitaclean’s products are designed to neutralize chlorine and other impurities found in tap water, effectively reducing acne, dry skin and hair and other skin irritations. Additionally, Vitaclean's shower he...

Ann McFerran's journey is one of resilience and determination. Arriving in America at just 7 years old, she quickly adapted to life in America. After pursuing her education at UCLA, where she earned a B.S. in Psychology, Ann delved into her true passion: fine art. Her artistry spanned continents, with pop-art and abstract pieces finding homes worldwide. Yet, amidst her creative success, Ann grappl...

From Neutrogena to Dollar Shave Club, Kerry’s vast brand building experience has led her to current role of building the next billion dollar skincare brand with Versed. Driven by a strong community (they even picked the name) the brand gained traction rapidly, launching in Target with an accessible presence, price point and purpose. Versed is formulated to the highest standards in the world with e...

Created by supermodel Marianne Fonseca, GENTE is a line of body products that help with skin texture, skin firming, water retention and appearance of cellulite for everyBODY. In Brazil, self lymphatic drainage has long been revered as a beauty ritual, and now, GENTE brings this transformative practice to you with convenient creams and treatments designed for all. Body care isn't just about product...

Lucy's journey from battling a life-threatening illness to founding LYMA is nothing short of inspiring. Her personal struggle with ineffective treatments and supplements led her to a chance encounter with Dr. Paul Clayton, whose approach revolutionized her health. This pivotal moment not only restored Lucy's well-being but fueled her determination to create LYMA, a brand rooted in scientific integ...

With an extensive beauty background as an 20-year veteran of L’Oreal USA, Erica has spent her tenure in increasing leadership positions across L’Oreal Paris, Maybelline New York, and Garnier, just to name a few. Most recently, Erica joined IT Cosmetics as General Manager. IT Cosmetics is the brand known for creating problem-solving, skin-loving makeup and skincare products that give you real resul...

After falling in love and relocating to Sweden, Laura was immediately inspired by the natural and holistic elements of Swedish culture, as well as modern minimalist Scandinavian design. In 2015, born from her newfound passion for natural and organic beauty and inspired by her new environment, Henne was created.  With Henné, the vision was simple: highly effective organic and natural beauty product...

Michele Gough-Baril founded Iris&Romeo after two decades in the beauty industry, climbing her way to the top. Burned out by the persistent excess and hustle culture, she stepped away to the healing rhythms of Northern California and gave herself permission to live fully, deeply, and with purpose. With the help of a retired racehorse named Romeo, also burned out from his career on the track, she si...