DIY Skincare: Insights from Bramble Berry's Anne-Marie Faiola
Manage episode 501371078 series 3563192
Dive into the fascinating world of DIY skincare with Dr. Kate Dee and her guest, Anne-Marie Faiola, the visionary CEO of Bramble Berry Handcraft Provisions. Anne-Marie shares her journey from criminology to becoming a soap-making entrepreneur, the science behind safe skincare practices, and the importance of preservatives and safe ingredients in skin care. They discuss the regulations for selling homemade skincare products, the challenges of ensuring ingredient quality, and the benefits of creating your own skincare. Anne-Marie also highlights inspiring success stories from Bramble Berry customers who turned their DIY passion into thriving businesses.
Reach out to Dr. Dee
Email Dr. Kate Dee at [email protected]
Check out the Medspa Mayhem website for
More about Dr. Dee
Upcoming appearances
Links to buy the book on Bookshop, B&N, Amazon
Press and Podcast info
Glow Medispa in Seattle, WA
Purchase Medspa Mayhem on Amazon
Find out about the Medspa Board
Connect with Anne-Marie Faiola
Bramble Berry website
Soap Queen TV on youtube
Follow Anne-Marie on Instagram
Takeaways
Anne-Marie Faiola transitioned from a career in criminology to founding Bramble Berry, driven by her passion for creativity and change.
DIY skincare allows individuals to control their ingredients, ensuring product safety and customization for personal needs.
The cosmetic industry is highly regulated, but small businesses can thrive by adhering to good manufacturing practices.
Creativity can lead to personal empowerment and even successful business ventures, as seen in Bramble Berry's community stories.
Anne-Marie emphasizes the importance of authenticity and passion in building a successful and fulfilling career.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Mold and Bacteria in Skincare
00:27 Welcome to MedSpa Mayhem
01:21 Meet Anne-Marie Ola: From Criminology to Soap Making
02:30 The Journey from Prisons to Soap Business
05:01 Ensuring Ingredient Safety in DIY Skincare
12:26 The Importance of Preservatives in Skincare
24:18 The Benefits of Homemade Products
26:54 Success Stories in the Handmade Industry
28:38 Regulations and Legalities of Selling Handmade Products
35:53 Ensuring Product Quality and Authenticity
41:44 Connecting with Bramble Berry and Final Thoughts
62 episodes