The Beauty Formula Podcast (The Beauty Formula)
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| 27 Jan 2022 | Part 2: The Male Aesthetic with Brian Bernier | 00:20:36 | |
The Beauty Formula is back! Kicking things off we will sit down with Brian Bernier who gives us an intimate look into how men play a role in the aesthetic's industry. Find out how and why men are becoming an exponential part of the aesthetic equation. We dive into what is driving men into the industry, and how the idea of men and beauty are becoming increasingly less taboo. Brian joins us with a wealth of insider knowledge in the medical industry and aesthetics in particular! Enjoy our chat, and maybe, have your significant other listen in too ;)
Follow The Beauty Formula Podcast on Instagram @thebeautyformulapodcast Follow HarbenHouse.com on Instagram @harbenhouse | |||
| 19 Jan 2022 | Part 1: The Male Aesthetic with Brian Bernier | 00:36:52 | |
The Beauty Formula is back! Kicking things off we will sit down with Brian Bernier who gives us an intimate look into how men play a role in the aesthetic's industry. Find out how and why men are becoming an exponential part of the aesthetic equation. We dive into what is driving men into the industry, and how the idea of men and beauty are becoming increasingly less taboo. Brian joins us with a wealth of insider knowledge in the medical industry and aesthetics in particular! Enjoy our chat, and maybe, have your significant other listen in too ;)
Follow The Beauty Formula Podcast on Instagram @thebeautyformulapodcast Follow HarbenHouse.com on Instagram @harbenhouse | |||
| 22 Feb 2021 | Part 2: Brooke Nichol, RN -Acclaimed Aesthetic Injector turned Skincare Founder | 00:30:05 | |
Brooke Nichol is an acclaimed aesthetic nurse injector and the founder of Post Love Skincare. Brooke is highly regarded in her craft as she was voted “top 100 injector in America”, sits on advisory boards for Allergan and Revance, and is faculty at both Aesthetic Next 2.0 and The Aesthetic Show in Las Vegas. In today's episode, we discuss how Brooke took the unexpected path into the aesthetic world and moved from Mississippi to Los Angeles, and now has landed in Austin, TX. Brooke speaks on juggling two beautiful children, two medical aesthetic offices, and a newly founded skincare company, all while still being the most zen woman in the industry. You will fall in love with Brooke Nichol and her calming demeanor while learning about the world of aesthetics from one of the best. | |||
| 15 Jun 2020 | Vicky Vega, PhD: Inside the mind of a skincare product designer | 00:30:52 | |
Vicky Vega has designed products for some of the biggest medical-grade skincare brands including SkinMedica and SENTÉ. She walks us through her journey in skincare design and talks about the science behind some of her best-selling creations! Explore the details on how Vicky Vega designed her blockbuster formulations like SkinMedica HA5, SkinMedica Lytera 2.0 and Sente's Dermal Pressed Contour Serum. Plus learn more about her personal background and what's in the future for Vicky! Follow us on Instagram at @thebeautyformulapodcast & @harbenhouse | |||
| 05 May 2021 | Daniel Clary Part 1- Behind the Science of Stem Cell & Growth Factor Skincare with AnteAge Skincare | 00:49:31 | |
Daniel Clary is the VP of Education and Formulation at AnteAge Skincare. He has a long career in many facets of the skincare industry, and is paving the way with this ground breaking brand. AnteAge is making waves in the skincare industry with their human-derived growth factor and stem cell products. Daniel breaks down the science behind these cutting-edge products, and how these ingredients are derived.
For more information on AnteAge visit our sister retailer Harben House. Follow us on Instagram at @thebeautyformulapodcast & @harbenhouse | |||
| 07 Oct 2020 | Nurse Practitioner, Vanessa Bennington: Part 1-An Inside Look into the World of Injectables | 00:45:25 | |
Vanessa Bennington, FNP, has worked in the field of medical aesthetics for over 12 years. She shares her story of how she was able to break into this highly competitive field and how the industry has dramatically changed over the last decade. Vanessa talks about the latest trends in injectables and fillers and how not to take procedures too far. She shares about her experiences caring for patients seeking advice and that enhancing their natural beauty is what she loves to do most! | |||
| 18 Mar 2021 | Alisar Zahr, PhD- Inside Skincare Clinical Trials & Revision Skincare : Part 2 | 00:35:47 | |
Follow Alisar's incredible path through her fast-paced career and education to becoming the Director of Research and Clinical Development at Revision Skincare®. Alisar received her PhD at Penn State in chemical engineering specifically in designing drug delivery systems to treat cancer. This then led her to Harvard to complete a post doctorate program for ophthalmology, where she published and patented technology in molecular biology. All of this led her to the field of dermatology where she worked for Johnson & Johnson and created many of the sunscreen products we see on the OTC market today. Alisar has lived a fascinating and fast paced life, and she is incredibly humble as she recants her accomplishments. She will walk us through her achievements in many areas of medicine to landing at Revision's Skincare and leading one of the most cutting-edge clinical trial departments in the skincare industry. In this podcast, you will get a unique perspective into the product formulation process. Starting with an ingredient or an idea through the product coming to market, we get inside look at all that goes in to making the products we use and love. | |||
| 16 Jun 2021 | Reanne Kelly Part 2- The Master Aesthetician | 00:34:15 | |
Meet Reanne Kelly, also known as @themasteraesthetician on social media. Reanne is a highly acclaimed Aesthetician who has become a social success on Instagram with over 70k followers so far! Learn more about Reanne and how she became such a huge influencer in the aesthetics space! As her social name can tell you, Reanne is a Master Esthetician in Washington. Find out exactly what that means, the education necessary and how she used her license to become such a success both in practice and on social sources! Reanne also gives amazing advice on how to grow a following on Instagram and open your own aesthetics clinic! She has done both! She also discusses favorites in many aesthetic areas like skincare, procedures, brands, etc..
For more information on AnteAge visit our sister retailer Harben House. Follow us on Instagram at @thebeautyformulapodcast & @harbenhouse
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| 25 Jan 2021 | Nurse Practitioner, Vanessa Bennington: Part 2- An Inside Look into the World of Injectables | 00:54:25 | |
Vanessa Bennington, FNP, has worked in the field of medical aesthetics for over 12 years. She shares her story of how she was able to break into this highly competitive field and how the industry has dramatically changed over the last decade. Vanessa talks about the latest trends in injectables and fillers and how not to take procedures too far. She shares about her experiences caring for patients seeking advice and that enhancing their natural beauty is what she loves to do most! | |||
| 12 Sep 2020 | Mandy Davis: Part 2- Makeup Artist & You Tube Sensation | 00:31:12 | |
Mandy Davis spills all the details on how she is able to keep up her You Tube channel while juggling being a mom and a makeup artist. Find out intimate details about how Mandy became the makeup artist sensation she is today! Plus great tips on how to start your own beauty blog or vlog! | |||
| 05 Aug 2020 | Plastic Surgeon, Staci Hix- Hernandez, MD: Inside a Traumatizing Accident | 00:51:46 | |
Dr. Staci Hix-Hernandez has defied the odds becoming a female plastic surgeon in a male-dominated field. Find out more about how Dr. Hix decided to go into plastic surgery, and what has occurred in her life since becoming one. Dr. Hix hasn't had an easy path after becoming a world-renown plastic surgeon, and she discusses a life-altering accident that almost took that title away from her. Dr. Staci's story is a story of heart break and resilience. A large wrench was thrown in Dr. Hix life's plan. However, she remained fervently optimistic that she can now say she's glad the accident happened! So much bad has turned into so much good, and she has turned lemons into lemonade. | |||
| 14 Feb 2022 | Catching up with Vicky Vega, PhD part 1 | 00:31:19 | |
(Please excuse audio quality. We had some techinical difficulties, but was too good not to share!) Vicky Vega has designed some of the biggest blockbusters in medical-grade skincare, and has now ventured out to design new products with her own new company. Flawless Canvas Quantum Lift Reset Serum is her latest blockbuster and we dive in finding out what goes into such a launch. Since last talking with Vicky, lots has changed! Listen in while Vicky tells us the ins and outs of starting your own venture in the medical-grade skincare world. She will enlighten us on the art of designing a new product and securing the best ingredients available.. Catching up with Vicky in this episode is a glimpse into what it takes to make a great new product and the hard work that comes with it. | |||
| 14 May 2020 | Jan Marini: The Medical Grade Skincare Pioneer - Part 2 | 00:23:46 | |
Today we wrap up our interview with Jan Marini, a pioneer in the medical grade skincare industry. Jan will talk about the struggles in the skincare marketplace today, and why it can be so confusing for consumers to choose skincare that is right for their skin. Jan will also get more in depth on her own, highly acclaimed products and formulations which are world-wide best sellers in the skincare industry. Plus we will get a sneak peak into some upcoming launchings with Jan Marini Skin Research.
Visit Harben House to shop Jan Marini products: https://harbenhouse.com/collections/jan-marini Follow us on Instagram: Harben House Follow Jan on Instagram: Jan Marini Skin Research | |||
| 21 May 2020 | Dr. Ben Johnson from OsmosisMD -Part 2 | 00:40:42 | |
Dr. Ben Johnson dives more in-depth in his products and the technologies behind his revolutionary skincare line. Find out the novel traits in his core products which differentiate them from all other products on the skincare market. Plus learn about a new product launching soon that will be sure stir up the way you think about and use skincare and supplements. To purchase any of Dr. Ben's OsmosisMD Skincare line visit Harben House Follow us on Instagram at @thebeautyformulapodcast & @harbenhouse
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| 23 Jun 2020 | Vicky Vega, PhD- Part 2: Inside the mind of a skincare product designer | 00:36:24 | |
Vicky Vega has designed products for some of the biggest medical-grade skincare brands including SkinMedica and SENTÉ. She walks us through her journey in skincare design and talks about the science behind some of her best-selling creations! Vicky discusses how Instagram is shaping the skincare market and the good and bad that come with Instagram marketing. Plus find out what's next for Vicky and her new line she will be launching soon! Explore the details on how Vicky Vega designed her blockbuster formulations like SkinMedica HA5, SkinMedica Lytera 2.0 and Sente's Dermal Pressed Contour Serum. Plus learn more about her personal background and what's in the future for Vicky! Follow us on Instagram at @thebeautyformulapodcast & @harbenhouse | |||
| 01 Feb 2023 | Part 2: Alisar S. Zahr and a new category in skincare | 00:35:53 | |
Part Two: Alisar S. Zahr is the director of Research and Clinical Development at Revisions Skincare. In today’s episode we will catch up with Alisar and learn about an exciting new category in skincare. We will discuss Revisions Skincare’s launch of their new product and the role Alisar played in bringing it to the market. This new product will make us look at sunflower seeds in a whole new light. Tune in to find out what type of product can make 100% of people in a clinical study see significant difference! | |||
| 04 Aug 2021 | Part 1: Jan Marini a Personal Look at a Skincare Mogul | 00:34:59 | |
It was such an honor to have Jan Marini as a guest on our podcast. Jan Marini is an icon/mogol in the medical aesthetics skincare industry. With her original brand MD Forte/MD Formulations, she became the first skincare line sold exclusively to dermatologists and other physicians for distribution in their clinics. Since selling that line, Jan has taken off with her second line which bears her namesake, Jan Marini Skin Research. The sky is the limit for Jan, and it was an absolute pleasure discussing her highly acclaimed formulations that have made her an industry leader for the decades. Visit Harben House to shop Jan Marini products: https://harbenhouse.com/collections/jan-marini Follow us on Instagram: Harben House Follow Jan on Instagram: Jan Marini Skin Research | |||
| 10 Feb 2021 | Brooke Nichol, RN -Acclaimed Aesthetic Injector turned Skincare Founder | 00:37:02 | |
Brooke Nichol is an acclaimed aesthetic nurse injector and the founder of Post Love Skincare. Brooke is highly regarded in her craft as she was voted “top 100 injector in America”, sits on advisory boards for Allergan and Revance, and is faculty at both Aesthetic Next 2.0 and The Aesthetic Show in Las Vegas. In today's episode, we discuss how Brooke took the unexpected path into the aesthetic world and moved from Mississippi to Los Angeles, and now has landed in Austin, TX. Brooke speaks on juggling two beautiful children, two medical aesthetic offices, and a newly founded skincare company, all while still being the most zen woman in the industry. You will fall in love with Brooke Nichol and her calming demeanor while learning about the world of aesthetics from one of the best. | |||
| 25 Jan 2023 | Part 1: Alisar S. Zahr and a new category in skincare | 00:29:36 | |
Part One: Alisar S. Zahr is the director of Research and Clinical Development at Revisions Skincare. In today’s episode we will catch up with Alisar and learn about an exciting new category in skincare. We will discuss Revisions Skincare’s launch of their new product and the role Alisar played in bringing it to the market. This new product will make us look at sunflower seeds in a whole new light. Tune in to find out what type of product can make 100% of people in a clinical study see significant difference! | |||
| 08 Jun 2020 | Ben Knight Fuchs- Part 2: Rogue Pharmacist Turned Formulator of Truth Treatment Systems Skincare | 00:37:17 | |
Benjamin Knight Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist and skin care chemist with a wealth of knowledge on how to care for skin and he implements his practices into his own skincare line, Truth Treatment Systems. His origin of his 100 percent active ingredient products began long before his formulating chemist role at Truth Treatment Systems. The conversation between Benjamin and Courtney explains his absolute passion of helping individuals reach their most healthy skin. He speaks of his previous work as a pharmacist where he concocted individualized skincare products and with this experience he found the best components to treat numerous skin concerns that people face. To find out more about Benjamin's line, Truth Treatment Systems, visit Harben House Follow us on Instagram at @thebeautyformulapodcast & @harbenhouse | |||
| 28 Nov 2022 | Meghan King Podcast: Part 1 | 00:32:07 | |
After a short break this year, The Beauty Formula Returns! To welcome us back, we have a long-time friend, and former Real Housewife, Meghan King. Meghan is not our usual beauty formulator or beauty expert. However, she is a long-time friend from college, who is dishing on celeb life and discussing a skincare startup. On this episode Megh talks about her single life, dating life, divorce, and shares never-before-heard stories Get the scoop on many non-skincare related topics, including how Meghan notoriously uncovered the infamous “cancer scheme” on The Real Housewives, plus a few updates on her divorce from Jim Edmonds. Megh and I also unpack a recent girls trip to Park City, and you don’t want to miss these stories we brought home! Even juicier, Megh spills on a new potential boyfriend. Is she going to reveal the guy she is dating, or keep him all to her self? Tune in next week for the rest of our interview! | |||
| 18 May 2020 | Dr. Ben Johnson: A Controversial & Brilliant Expert on Skincare & Wellness | 00:33:52 | |
Dr. Ben Johnson has always been ahead of his times in most areas of medical aesthetics. He created one of the first medspa chains over 20 years ago, before most were even familiar with the concept. Today, Dr. Ben has transformed the skincare industry with his forward thinking on how to properly treat our skin and body. Dr. Ben has researched-backed line of products patented to treat skin cancer to supplement drinks to rid the body of viruses. He's no stranger to controversy, and he's not afraid to push back against the traditional skincare philosophies. I've always found Dr. Ben extremely intriguing and profusely brilliant. I respect his audacious skincare methodology, and the fact he doesn't let critics derail his trail-blazing objective. During our interview, I picked his brain on the aesthetics industry in general. Our next episode (part 2) will dive deeper into the products and formulations in Osmosis Skincare Listen and make your own conclusions on Dr. Ben's medical-grade skincare and wellness formulations! To purchase any of Dr. Ben's OsmosisMD Skincare line visit Harben House Follow us on Instagram at @thebeautyformulapodcast & @harbenhouse | |||
| 19 May 2021 | Daniel Clary Part 2- Behind the Science of Stem Cell & Growth Factor Skincare with AnteAge Skincare | 00:51:07 | |
Daniel Clary is the VP of Education and Formulation at AnteAge Skincare. He has a long career in many facets of the skincare industry, and is paving the way with this ground breaking brand. AnteAge is making waves in the skincare industry with their human-derived growth factor and stem cell products. Daniel breaks down the science behind these cutting-edge products, and how these ingredients are derived.
For more information on AnteAge visit our sister retailer Harben House. Follow us on Instagram at @thebeautyformulapodcast & @harbenhouse | |||
| 30 Jun 2020 | Deepa Sunkari, MD : Global Medical Director for the Modern Day Pigmentation Solution | 00:37:55 | |
Meet Dr. Deepa Sunkari, the Global Medical Director for Scientis which is the parent company to Cyspera, novel pigment corrector. Dr. Sunkari breaks down why this product is breaking barriers for pigmentation and in the skincare market as a whole. Learn more about why she believes this technology will become the most recognized skincare product for pigmentation for all the world. Dr. Sunkari digs in to what makes Cyspera a unique product, unlike any other pigmentation product on the market. Cyspera has been making HUGE waves in the skincare scene, and as you listen, you will understand why. Dr. Sunkari also discusses her current skincare routine and how it has changed since incorporating Cypsera. As the Global Medical Director, Dr. Sunkari is helping educate and promote the novel pigmentation product across the globe! Find out how she manages to do all this from home during these unforeseen times, and how she's adjusting to virtual life.
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| 02 Mar 2022 | Catching up with Vicky Vega, PhD part 2 | 00:34:52 | |
Vicky Vega has designed some of the biggest blockbusters in medical-grade skincare, and has now ventured out to design new products with her own new company. Flawless Canvas Quantum Lift Reset Serum is her latest blockbuster and we dive in finding out what goes into such a launch In part two of this interview, Vicky discusses challenges that launching a new product comes with. To dealing with supply chain issues and navigating the world of instagram, we learn that patience and hard work are key. We will touch on the world of influencers and how they can help or hinder a new product. We will finish up this chat with Vicky giving us a little peak into what could be coming from her next! | |||
| 01 Jun 2020 | Ben Knight Fuchs: Part 1- Rogue Pharmacist Turned Formulator of Truth Treatment Systems Skincare | 00:33:53 | |
Benjamin Knight Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist and skin care chemist with a wealth of knowledge on how to care for skin and he implements his practices into his own skincare line, Truth Treatment Systems. His origin of his 100 percent active ingredient products began long before his formulating chemist role at Truth Treatment Systems. The conversation between Benjamin and Courtney explains his absolute passion of helping individuals reach their most healthy skin. He speaks of his previous work as a pharmacist where he concocted individualized skincare products and with this experience he found the best components to treat numerous skin concerns that people face. To find out more about Benjamin's line, Truth Treatment Systems, visit Harben House Follow us on Instagram at @thebeautyformulapodcast & @harbenhouse | |||
| 24 Aug 2020 | Plastic Surgeon, Staci Hix- Hernandez, MD: PART 2 | 00:41:34 | |
Dr. Staci Hix-Hernandez has defied the odds becoming a female plastic surgeon in a male-dominated field. Find out more about how Dr. Hix decided to go into plastic surgery, and what has occurred in her life since becoming one. Dr. Hix hasn't had an easy path after becoming a world-renown plastic surgeon, and she discusses a life-altering accident that almost took that title away from her. Dr. Staci's story is a story of heart break and resilience. A large wrench was thrown in Dr. Hix life's plan. However, she remained fervently optimistic that she can now say she's glad the accident happened! So much bad has turned into so much good, and she has turned lemons into lemonade. In Part 2 with Dr. Staci Hix- Hernandez: Dr. Staci Hix-Hernandez talks all things medical aesthetics and plastic surgery! Find out her top procedures, treatments, and products for all ages! Plus some little known advice on how to navigate the aesthetics market! | |||
| 16 Jul 2020 | Sari Alikhani A.K.A @TalesOfSkincare: Developing a Trusted Skincare-Based Platform | 00:34:29 | |
Sari’s popular skincare Instagram page called, @talesofskincare, boasts a current 30,000 engaged follower count, and in this episode, she explains the process on her success in starting one of the most trusted beauty blogs for skincare enthusiasts. Beginning without expectations, Sari’s passion for solving her own skin concerns, specifically acne, led her to help others in the same pursuit, and in turn, that passion grew her online presence. Her experience weeding through skincare misinformation, made it clear that many other individuals desired a place to learn relevant and fact-based information on which skincare products and procedures are most effective. After numerous helpful and thorough posts, her insights and voice has become one of today’s most popular skincare pages.
Follow today's guest, Sari Alikhani, on Instagram @talesofskincare Follow The Beauty Formula Podcast on Instagram @thebeautyformulapodcast Follow HarbenHouse.com on Instagram @harbenhouse | |||
| 25 May 2020 | Patti Pao: Path to Destiny with Restorsea | 00:52:57 | |
Patti Pao is a Harvard graduate who found herself destined to leave life as she knew it and start a skincare company from scratch after stumbling (literally) across one of the most fascinating skincare enzymes known, AquaBeautineXL. Patti recalls her story from start to finish, and she tells never-heard stories of how she acquired and later patented on one of the most unique enzymes in skincare. The story is simply amazing from her start in the skincare business to her walk through the fjords that landed her at a synchronized salmon hatchery, with a little known anti-aging secret. Although it seems like a skincare fairy-tale, Patti had an uphill climb to success. She recaps her business, legal, and person struggles along the way, and she reveals how and why she kept pushing forward to make Restorsea the success it is today! To find out more about Patti's line, Restorsea, visit Harben House Follow us on Instagram at @thebeautyformulapodcast & @harbenhouse | |||
| 02 Sep 2020 | Mandy Davis: Part 1- Makeup Artist & You Tube Sensation | 01:03:24 | |
Mandy Davis spills all the details on how she is able to keep her YouTube content fresh while juggling being a mom and full time makeup artist. Listen to hear a behind-the-scenes look of having a vlog, how to continue finding joy in your passion and how Mandy became the makeup artist sensation she is today! | |||
| 27 Jan 2021 | Courtney Broder - Flipping the script and taking the hot seat | 00:38:11 | |
Today we flip the script and Courtney Broder will be taking the hot seat to be interviewed. Courtney is the owner and founder of this podcast, The Beauty Formula and HarbenHouse.com. Mandy Davis, make up artist and You Tube star is conducting the interview, and will grill Courtney on all the questions we have been dying to ask about owning a skincare company and a medical aesthetics practice for over a decade!
Courtney breaks down her time owning a medical aesthetics chain for over a decade and owning a large skincare store. She talks about how shes gotten into the industry to begin with, and the daily struggles as a business owner in the skincare ecommerce arena. | |||
| 03 Jun 2021 | Reanne Kelly Part 1- The Master Aesthetician | 00:45:04 | |
Meet Reanne Kelly, also known as @themasteraesthetician on social media. Reanne is a highly acclaimed Aesthetician who has become a social success on Instagram with over 70k followers so far! Learn more about Reanne and how she became such a huge influencer in the aesthetics space! As her social name can tell you, Reanne is a Master Esthetician in Washington. Find out exactly what that means, the education necessary and how she used her license to become such a success both in practice and on social sources! Reanne also gives amazing advice on how to grow a following on Instagram and open your own aesthetics clinic! She has done both! She also discusses favorites in many aesthetic areas like skincare, procedures, brands, etc..
For more information on AnteAge visit our sister retailer Harben House. Follow us on Instagram at @thebeautyformulapodcast & @harbenhouse | |||
| 05 Dec 2022 | Meghan King Podcast: Part 2 | 00:31:10 | |
Meghan King is not our usual beauty formulator or beauty expert. However, she is a long-time friend of Courtney’s who is dishing on her celeb life and discussing a skincare startup which her and Courtney have been colluding on. Megh dishes on her dating life, single life, divorce, beauty routines, and shares some never-before-heard stories with Courtney.
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| 11 May 2020 | Episode 1A- Jan Marini- the medical grade skincare pioneer | 00:21:48 | |
What a honor to have Jan Marini as our very first guest! Jan Marini is an icon in the medical aesthetics skincare industry. With her original brand MD Forte/MD Formulations, she became the first skincare line sold exclusively to dermatologists and other physicians for distribution in their clinics. Since selling that initial line, Jan has taken off with her second line which bears her namesake, Jan Marini Skin Research. On our show, Jan will speak to the how and why she started her new brand, including how she got her start, and what drives her to keep pushing forward. Again, Jan is such a legend in the my industry, so being able to speak with her (on air!) was overwhelming. Please note that during Jan's interviews my nerves got the best of me. Luckily, Jan is inherently charismatic and could could carry the show on her own. Just know that (thankfully) my interviewing skills get better with time, and I've gotten into a groove. So just hang in there! To learn more about or to purchase any ofJan Marini's products you can visit our store HarbenHouse.com | |||
| 31 Dec 2021 | Part 2: Jan Marini a Personal Look at a Skincare Mogul | 00:37:58 | |
It was such an honor to have Jan Marini as a guest on our podcast. Jan Marini is an icon/mogol in the medical aesthetics skincare industry. With her original brand MD Forte/MD Formulations, she became the first skincare line sold exclusively to dermatologists and other physicians for distribution in their clinics. Since selling that line, Jan has taken off with her second line which bears her namesake, Jan Marini Skin Research. The sky is the limit for Jan, and it was an absolute pleasure discussing her highly acclaimed formulations that have made her an industry leader for the decades. Visit Harben House to shop Jan Marini products: https://harbenhouse.com/collections/jan-marini Follow us on Instagram: @HarbenHouse Follow Jan on Instagram: Jan Marini Skin Research | |||
| 03 Mar 2021 | Alisar Zahr, PhD- Inside Skincare Clinical Trials & Revision Skincare : Part 1 | 00:46:24 | |
Follow Alisar's incredible path through her fast-paced career and education to becoming the Director of Research and Clinical Development at Revision Skincare®. Alisar received her PhD at Penn State in chemical engineering specifically in designing drug delivery systems to treat cancer. This then led her to Harvard to complete a post doctorate program for ophthalmology, where she published and patented technology in molecular biology. All of this led her to the field of dermatology where she worked for Johnson & Johnson and created many of the sunscreen products we see on the OTC market today. Alisar has lived a fascinating and fast paced life, and she is incredibly humble as she recants her accomplishments. She will walk us through her achievements in many areas of medicine to landing at Revision's Skincare and leading one of the most cutting-edge clinical trial departments in the skincare industry. In this podcast, you will get a unique perspective into the product formulation process. Starting with an ingredient or an idea through the product coming to market, we get inside look at all that goes in to making the products we use and love. | |||
| 04 Feb 2021 | Courtney Broder - Owner of Harben House- Part 2 | 00:40:44 | |
Follow Courtney through a day in her life as an e-commerce skincare company owner, podcast host, and mom of 2 young boys. Find out what her favorite roles and duties are in her typical schedule. Courtney breaks down how and why she decided to start this podcast and how she almost canned it before it ever began. Listen as she recounts some of the most embarrassing moments she has experienced during the way, and how and why she kept moving forward. Next, Courtney tells us her skincare routine and which products she can not live without. Plus we play a fun quick fire game on favorites from each brand! | |||