Christina Peng: From Beauty Executive to Allergen-Free Fragrance Founder | Havyn Beauty

This week on What's Your Skincare Routine, I'm thrilled to welcome Christina Peng, CEO and co-founder of Havyn Beauty—the beauty industry's first completely allergen-free fine fragrance brand.Christina's story is both personal and inspiring. After years in executive roles at beauty powerhouses like Dermalogica, Neutrogena, and COOLA, she left the corporate world when her son was diagnosed with severe allergies and eczema. Unable to find luxury beauty products that were truly safe for sensitive skin, Christina took matters into her own hands and created Havyn.​What You'll Discover:The difference between "clean" beauty and "allergen-free" (spoiler: they're not the same!)Why Christina had to eliminate her entire fragrance collection, including her beloved Jo MaloneHow farmers markets became live focus groups for product testingThe formulation challenges of creating allergen-free luxury fragranceHavyn's beautiful mission: employing trafficking survivors through Generate Hope nonprofitChristina's minimalist skincare routine and wellness ritualsTravel survival tips for maintaining your routine on the goFeatured Products & Brands:HAVYN BEAUTY:Shop at: Havynco.com | Amazon (hand creams) | Select West Coast spas​Current Product Line:🕯️ 8 Allergen-Free Candle Fragrances💐 Grace Perfume - Fresh rain, pear, white lily & jasmine (fan favorite!)💗 Hope Perfume - Christina's personal favorite✋ Comforting Collagen Hand Cream - Available in 3 fragrances with vegan collagen & ectoinWhat Makes Havyn Different:✓ Free from EU's 80 regulated fragrance allergens​✓ Free from top 9 food allergens​✓ Excludes 1,600+ EU-restricted ingredients​✓ Clean, non-toxic, and safe for sensitive skin✓ Luxurious formulations that don't compromise on scent or experienceCHRISTINA'S SKINCARE ESSENTIALS:Products & Brands Mentioned:Havyn Beauty Products:Grace Perfume (fan favorite with fresh rain, pear, white lily & jasmine notes)Hope Perfume (Christina's personal favorite)Comforting Collagen Hand Cream (with vegan collagen & ectoin)Allergen-Free Candles (8 fragrances available)Shop Havyn: Havynco.com Amazon (hand creams) Select West Coast spas including Montage properties, Fairmont San Diego, and pop-up location in Rancho Santa Fe​Christina's Skincare Favorites:COOLA Refreshing Water Cream SPF 50 (Christina's can't-live-without product)https://amzn.to/4txX0ghCetaphil https://amzn.to/3M6kW9TCeraVe (for sensitive skin)https://amzn.to/4afgb6YKiehl's products (fragrance-free options)https://amzn.to/4kAqh5ZBeauty of Joseon (clean K-beauty)https://amzn.to/404Q7FHIlia makeuphttps://amzn.to/4clRffpLaura Mercier (longtime staples)https://amzn.to/4rNo2P7About Havyn Beauty:Havyn is formulated without the EU's 80 regulated fragrance allergens, top 9 food allergens, and 1,600+ EU-restricted ingredients. The brand partners with Generate Hope, a San Diego nonprofit, to provide employment, mentorship, and job training for trafficking survivors.Connect with Christina Peng:Instagram: @havyncoWebsite: havynco.comConnect with LeAura:Instagram: @leauraPodcast: What's Your Skincare Routine (available on all platforms)💭 Join the Conversation: What's your experience with sensitive skin or allergies? Have you had to eliminate favorite beauty products? Share your story with us!#CleanBeauty #AllergenFree #SensitiveSkin #HavynBeauty #BeautyPodcast #CleanFragrance #NonToxicBeauty #SkincareRoutine #BeautyFounder #WomenInBusiness