The Beautiful AI Podcast

In this episode of The Beautiful AI Podcast, we sit down with AI entrepreneur and visionary leader Susan Sly, Founder and CEO of ThePause. AI, to explore the future of artificial intelligence and how AI can be used as a powerful force for empowerment.  With years of leadership in the AI space and experience co-founding a nine-figure company, Susan shares her perspective on where AI is headed, how...

On this episode of The Beautiful AI Podcast, we’re joined by Lisa Stroud Westhafer, Founder of True Beauty Lashes, to explore how AI-powered personalization is transforming the way consumers discover and shop for beauty products. Lisa shares the inspiration behind launching LashLovr™, a personalized lash recommendation experience powered by AI and augmented reality. By integrating Perfect Corp.’s...

In this special presentation from Davos, Wayne Liu, President and Chief Growth Officer of Perfect Corp., explores how Agentic AI marks a fundamental shift in the evolution of artificial intelligence — from reactive tools to proactive, decision-making agents. As intelligent systems move beyond prompts and into autonomous action, brands and consumers alike are entering a new era of personalized, goa...

In this episode of The Beautiful AI Podcast, we sit down with Emmanuel Paraskakis—CEO of Level 250 and a global expert in API strategy, developer experience, and platform product management. With a 20-year track record building and scaling API programs at Oracle, SmartBear, Apiary, and Verisk, Emmanuel shares why APIs have become essential infrastructure for brands looking to innovate quickly and...

In this episode of the Beautiful AI Podcast, host Wayne Liu, Chief Growth Officer and President of the Americas at Perfect Corp., is joined by Addison Cain, Senior Marketing Lead at Spate, to unpack the newly released Perfect Corp. 2025 Holiday Trend Report—focused on AI going mainstream and the dawn of a new era of holiday shopping. Together, they dive into the key insights uncovered in the repor...

In this episode of The Beautiful AI Podcast, host Wayne Liu, Chief Growth Officer and President of the Americas at Perfect Corp., sits down with Dr. Pallab Chatterjee, Chairman and CEO of Nūraskin, the innovative platform bringing AI-powered skin analysis and personalized skincare solutions to med spas and beauty businesses around the world.  Built on Perfect Corp.’s award-winning AI Skin Analysis...

Join Wayne Liu, CGO of Perfect Corp. and Angelica Munson, Global Chief Digital Officer of Shiseido as they explore how the world’s most iconic beauty companies are harnessing AI, data and innovation to evolve consumer experiences.  -- Learn more about Angelica Munson & Shiseido: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelicamunson https://corp.shiseido.com/en/   Learn more about Perfect Corp.: https://w...

In this episode of Beautiful AI, Danielle Fette, founder of FetTech, shares how her company is using cutting-edge biomaterial science and technology to push the boundaries of regenerative medicine. At the core of their innovation is MTP®—a first-of-its-kind platform that blends multiple tissue-derived ECM biomaterials to accelerate and enhance the body’s natural healing process. We explore how Fet...

In this episode of The Beautiful AI Podcast, Jane Iredale CEO Chris Payne shares how the clean beauty pioneer is blending skin-loving formulas with cutting-edge AI and AR technologies to elevate the customer experience. From virtual try-ons to personalized product recommendations, we explore how the brand is meeting the demands of today’s beauty consumers—and what the future holds for tech-enabled...

In this episode, we sit down with Caitlin Allen, Senior Vice President of Market at Simbe Robotics — the company recently named the #1 Most  Innovative Company in Robotics & Engineering and one of Fast Company’s World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies of 2025. Simbe is transforming how retailers operate by combining advanced robotics and AI-powered analytics to deliver real-time, in-store intelli...

In this inspiring episode, Bea Asavajaru invites us to rethink everything we thought we knew about beauty. Through personal storytelling and rich cultural insight, Bea explores how external expectations and societal standards shape our perception of what is considered "beautiful"—and "how we can reclaim that narrative. This conversation is both a reflection and a call to action, encouraging listen...

In this episode of The Beautiful AI Podcast, Dr. Brent Ridge, co-founder of Beekman 1802, shares how he built a beloved brand from the ground up—with no funding, no marketing team, and no shortcuts. He discusses his new book and the “greatest of all time” principles for good living—timeless wisdom passed down from generations—that became the foundation for his business. This episode is perfect for...

AI is transforming the beauty industry—not by replacing human creativity, but by amplifying it. In this episode of The Beautiful AI Podcast, Raheel Khan, SVP of Foresight and Growth Intelligence at The Estée Lauder Companies, explores how AI is revolutionizing beauty by fostering creativity, personalizing consumer interactions, and driving competitive advantage. From streamlining workflows to empo...

In this thought-provoking episode of The Beautiful AI Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Tara Well, a psychologist, researcher, and author of Mirror Meditation, to explore the fascinating intersection of mental wellness, AI, and beauty. Dr. Well shares insights on the psychological effects of AI in the beauty industry, and how technology is shaping our self-perception. She also discusses her groundbrea...

In this episode, we sit down with renowned industry expert and analyst Marie Driscoll to explore the evolving landscape of apparel, retail, and luxury. With decades of experience providing deep insights into global consumer behavior, Marie shares her perspective on how fashion and luxury brands are adapting to a new era of tech-driven shopping, shifting consumer values, and economic uncertainty. W...

In this episode of The Beautiful AI Podcast, we sit down with renowned facial plastic surgeon Dr. Kay Durairaj to explore how AI skin technology and AI skin simulation technology is transforming the world of beauty, skincare, and plastic surgery. Dr. Kay shares how she integrates AI-driven skin analysis and simulation into her practice to provide more precise, personalized treatments for her patie...

In this episode of The Beautiful AI Podcast, we sit down with Pooja Johari, Founder and CEO of 7E Wellness, Pooja shares insights on how AI-driven solutions help consumers visualize the results of microcurrent treatments, track their skincare progress, and optimize beauty routines. Discover the latest advancements in skincare and how innovation is empowering both professionals and at-home users to...

In this episode of The Beautiful AI Podcast, we’re joined by Valerie Vacante, VP of Solutions Innovation at Dentsu and Lindsey Scales, Associate Director, OTC Acne at Differin to dive into Differin’s innovative activation on Roblox, a gaming platform with over 88.9 Million Daily Active Users. With gaming becoming a dominant platform for Gen Z and Gen Alpha consumers, this immersive experience is t...

In this episode of The Beautiful AI Podcast, we chat with Dr. Eunice Park, Plastic Surgeon and Founder of AIREM, to explore how AI skin technology is revolutionizing consultations in the medspa and aesthetics industry. From personalized skin assessments to visualizing the potential results of treatments, AI is empowering medspa professionals to deliver tailored recommendations with unparalleled pr...

In this episode of The Beautiful AI Podcast, Perfect Corp. teams up with Starboard Group to discuss the innovative launch of the SkInsight AI skin analysis experience across 30 cruise ships, including Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America Line, Virgin Voyages and TUI Mein Schiff fleets. Discover how this immersive tech is enhancing personalized sk...

In the second episode of The Beautiful AI Podcast, hosted by Wayne Liu, the discussion centers on the transformative role of AI in the skincare industry. The episode features Elana Drell-Szyfer, CEO of RéVive Skincare, who shares her impressive journey in the beauty sector. Elana talks about the brand's collaboration with Perfect Corp to enhance customer personalization through AI skin simulation....

Tune in to the first episode, in which host Wayne Liu introduces the visionary journey of Alice Chang, CEO and founder of Perfect Corp. Explore the intersection of beauty and technology, highlighting the evolution of AI and its impact on beauty tech. In this episode, Alice shares insights on Generative AI and its applications in beauty and fashion. Learn how Perfect Corp. revolutionized virtual ma...