The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 27: Reimagining Your Morning Collagen with Theresa Plavoukos – Product Developer, Beauty Industry Guru and Founder of Fat Mermaid episode artwork

EPISODE · May 24, 2025 · 49 MIN

The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 27: Reimagining Your Morning Collagen with Theresa Plavoukos – Product Developer, Beauty Industry Guru and Founder of Fat Mermaid

from The Skincarma® Pod · host Carmine Montalto

In this episode of the Skincarma Pod, Carmine welcomes Theresa Plavoukis, a seasoned beauty expert and founder of Fat Mermaid, the breakthrough beauty supplement brand that has reimagined your morning collagen. They delve into Theresa's extensive background in the beauty industry, her innovative approach to collagen supplements, and the science behind her inaugural product – bioavailable liquid marine collagen. The conversation highlights the evolution of beauty trends, the intricacies of product formulation, and the fun and creativity involved in developing effective beauty solutions. Theresa shares the innovative approach of her beauty supplement brand, Fat Mermaid, focusing on the science behind beauty supplements, consumer readiness, and the integration of these products into daily routines. She shares insights on the challenge of innovation, the importance of consumer feedback, and her transition from a behind-the-scenes role to being the face of her own brand.If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe, rate and/or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help Carmine reach more interested listeners.Follow Fat Mermaid on Instagram at @fatmermaidco. Learn more about the science behind the brand and product innovation at fatmermaid.com. Follow Skincarma on Instagram and on TikTok. Catch product reviews of Carmine’s top picks of the best skincare on the Skincarma blog.Product links: Fat Mermaid Bio-Available Liquid Marine Collagen —Product reviews on the Skincarma blog:Explore the Best Sunscreens for Face here.Explore the Best Retinol Face Creams and Serums here.Explore the Best Vitamin C Serums here.Explore the Best Niacinamide Serums here.Explore the Best Face Creams for Dry Skin here.Explore the Best Face Creams for Oily Skin here.The Skincarma Blog™ is written and curated by skinfluencer, skincare junkie and Brooklyn writer Carmine Montalto. With 25 years of expertise in beauty across every category, Carmine has helped build multiple consumer brands from the ground up. He’s named 100s of skincare, haircare & makeup products – some of which are probably in your bathroom cabinet right now! And, he’s tested 1,000s of products, the best of which can be found reviewed on his blog at skincarma.com.The Skincarma Blog® is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Skincarma® at skincarma.substack.com/subscribe

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