Michelle Breyer- How Frizz & Fate Launched A Curl Revolution
You just know. Moments after meeting Michelle Breyer you know why she’s a successful entrepreneur several times over. Focused, passionate, knowledgable and engaging, the President and Co-Founder of Texture Media is easily branded a “powerhouse” any day of the week. After leading the lion share of the professional beauty industry’s curly haired initiatives for nearly […]
How Skinny & Co. Stands Out from the Coconut Oil Crowd
I’ll admit, I’m a little obsessed. After decades of working in the beauty industry and having sampled the coolest, newest and most buzzed about skincare products on the market, my all-time favorite product might just be coconut oil. It does, just about, everything. Praised for it’s rich hydration and antimicrobial properties, coconut oil is perfect for moisturizing, removing […]
Thinx Period Panties- Transforming a Taboo Topic
Most women have a hate/hate relationship with their periods, and who can blame them. Each month’s cycle is, for many, a painful and often messy endurance race that one braces themselves for. In third world countries, the situation is much more dire. Millions of girls, annually, are forced to miss school, or worse, drop out […]
Why Probiotics Are Popping Up Everywhere
Probiotic products are popping up everywhere- natural foods stores, farmers markets, speciality grocers and, yes, at the beauty retailer (more on that later). If you’re not familiar with their benefits, probiotics are essential, good bacteria that are responsible for nutrient absorption and immunity system support. Probiotics line the digestive track and can help fend off digestive disorders, skin issues, […]
Developing Delicious- Inside the Box @ The Invisible Chef
The Invisible Chef is a captivating brand, one that is far bigger than just sugar and flour, in fact. Sure, it’s tempting to be distracted by ooey gooey this and ahhh inspiring that, but the real story of this brand starts with empowerment. The Invisible Chef, started by two visionary entrepreneurs, Jill McCauley and Terry Howard, […]
3 Favorite Brands: June
Easy breezy brands for summer, that’s our focus this week. As temps heat up and the pace slows down, the products and brands we embrace tend to shift. Less is more. Complicated can be saved for another day. In the spirit of simplicity and summer fun, our favorites this month… Summer Fun- Our 3 Favorite […]
Get Ready for Bed w/ Dream Water
Insomnia is a persistent disorder that can make it hard to fall asleep, hard to stay asleep or both, despite the opportunity for adequate sleep. With insomnia, you usually awaken feeling sluggish, which takes a serious toll on your ability to function well during the day. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human […]
Drink In Sisters of Los Angeles- Modern, City Inspired Gifts
The connection between products and places has always been significant, mementos serving as a physical reminder of an experience we want to recall again and again. Concert t-shirts, coffee mugs, shot glasses and tote bags emblazoned with a logo and/or date of a particular event are ultra popular, nostalgic even. The gift and souvenir market […]
Ethics and Innovation in Iceland
We’ve seen a curious uptake in bloggers and media drawing inspiration from Europe’s westernmost country, Iceland. It’s a fascinating country, really, with a rich heritage and a population keen on continuing the fairytale-like folklore passed through generations. Iceland is one of the youngest landmasses on the planet, and home to some of the world’s most active […]
A Blogger’s Guide to Brand Partnerships
It’s no secret that influencer marketing is an essential part of any brand’s marketing mix today. With over 150 million bloggers, vloggers and social media stars driving engaging content for mega brands and upstarts, the influence of social media on consumer products is massive. And with great exposure, comes great opportunity. As a marketing executive, I have […]