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EPISODE · Feb 24, 2026 · 42 MIN

- with Michelle Doan - From Refugee Boat to Clean Beauty Pioneer

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Oh hey y’all.This conversation with Michelle Doan stopped me in my tracks.After fleeing Vietnam with her family in 1979, Michelle grew up as an immigrant in Canada and later California, struggling with cystic acne and the insecurities that came with it.What began as a personal battle to heal her own skin transformed into a lifelong mission to help others feel confident in theirs.From escaping Vietnam by boat as a child to building Imani Cosmetics into a global clean beauty brand, Michelle’s story is one of grit, resilience, and heart. We talk about ingredient transparency, European standards, bio fermentation technology, and what true potency in skincare really means.This episode is about entrepreneurship, identity, and creating products, and a life, rooted in integrity.Highlights:(02:30) Michelle’s refugee journey and her mother’s courage(10:27) How cystic acne sparked the creation of Emani(16:47) Why ingredient transparency matters more than hype(23:10) The bio fermentation process behind her skincare(29:43) Why European markets demand higher standards(36:20) Rewiring your mindset for happiness and freedomFind out more about Emani:Check out Michelle’s website emani.com and use code "SHOCK25" for 25% off site wide.Instagram - @emanicosmeticsFacebook - @emanicosmeticsX - @emanicosmeticsTikTok - @emaniveganQualia Mind - click hereCoupon Code: SHOCKANDYALL (15% off any purchase)Visit Nicole’s on demand fitness platform for live weekly classes and a recorded library of yoga, strength training, guided audio meditations and mobility (Kinstretch) classes, as well: https://www.sweatandstillness.comGrab Nicole’s bestselling children’s book and enter your email for A FREE GIFT: https://www.yolkedbook.comFind Nicole on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nicolesciacca/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenicolesciaccaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicolesciaccayoga/Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1X8PPWCQa2werd4unex1eAPractice yoga with Nicole in person in Santa Monica, CA at Aviator Nation Ride. Get the App to book in: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/aviator-nation-ride/id1610561929Book a discovery call or virtual assessment with Nicole here: https://www.calendly.com/nicolesciaccaThis Podcast is proudly produced by Wavemakers Audio

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