PODCAST · business
Indie Pioneers
by William Reed Ltd
In conversation with APAC's cosmetics and beauty trailblazers. A podcast brought to you by CosmeticsDesign-Asia.
Episodes
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Notes from Showfields: Customer-first experiences key to tackling physical store challenges – Scent by SIX
Singaporean fragrance brand Scent by SIX has lauded the customer-centric business model of US multi-brand retailer Showfields in helping tackle challenges such as rising manpower costs to the emergence of the Metaverse.
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Inclusive and conscious: Leading cosmetic chemist weighs in on key beauty trends in 2023
Inclusivity and conscious beauty are among the most important elements for cosmetic brands to consider when developing new products this year, says one prominent cosmetic chemist.
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Inclusive and conscious: Leading cosmetic chemist weighs in on key beauty trends in 2023
Inclusivity and conscious beauty are among the most important elements for cosmetic brands to consider when developing new products this year, says one prominent cosmetic chemist.
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Science of scents: How Singapore’s Scent Journer is tapping tech and data to stand out in niche fragrance market
An emphasis on tech and data is crucial for indie fragrance brands to become trendsetters in the increasingly saturated niche market, claims a Singapore start-up that is tapping AI and social media research.
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Basic instinct: Why APSKIN founder is prioritising affordability and accessibility for skin care brand
A skin care brand from Australia has made a goal to be as beneficial and accessible to as many people as possible, recognising that skin issues can exact a heavy toll on mental and emotional wellbeing, said its founder.
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Bucking the trend: Why Aminu co-founder makes it a point to ignore social media trends
Beauty brands are too quick to jump onto the hype train when they should be investing time and money on education and research, says the co-founder of skin care brand Aminu.
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‘Go above and beyond’: Why recycling is beauty’s biggest misinformation problem – Emma Lewisham CEO
The overreliance on recycling is the chief piece of green misinformation in the beauty industry, which has to move faster towards a circular model, says the founder and CEO of Emma Lewisham.
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Taking Ayurvedic beauty global: Why emphasising efficacy of traditional ingredients is key for growth
Ayurvedic brands can make a mark on the global stage providing they emphasise the efficacy of traditional ingredients, the founder of Indian beauty firm Tvachamrit believes.
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A ‘testament’ to the virtual age: How to create a fragrance brand from opposite sides of the world
The founders of Myanmar-based Gabar have revealed how they overcame the physical challenges of being separated from each other – and their team of perfumers – to create fragrances that could authentically represent their country and culture.
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‘It’s a numbers game’: Is the inclusivity movement in beauty all just for show?
The CEO of an Asian-led make-up brand is questioning the ‘performative inclusivity’ she sees in the beauty industry, claiming it can hurt smaller, less well-funded brands that are trying to solve the frustrations of specific target consumers.
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‘Try before you buy’: Why online channels can provide a boom for fragrance sales - All Good Scents
Innovations such as ‘try before you buy’ perfume samples mean that online retail can provide a better customer experience and sales channel than brick and mortar stores, according to the founder of Indian direct-to-consumer (DTC) fragrance house All Good Scents.
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‘Recycling is your last-ditch effort’: Why beauty industry focus should be on reusing and reducing
The beauty industry and consumers alike should place more emphasis on reducing and reusing resources, instead of prioritising recycling, claims an Australian start-up that has pioneered using unwanted sheep’s milk in its products.
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‘Multibillion gamechanger’: Good Glamm Group CEO on ‘cracking the code’ of a content-to-commerce beauty boom
In our exclusive podcast, a pioneer of the content-to-commerce business model that is fuelling significant beauty industry growth in India has revealed how it ‘cracked the code’ of this new approach.
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Plant power: Duo behind Biologi on their trailblazing journey to change the skin care industry - PODCAST
The husband-and-wife team behind the 'radically different' clean cosmeceutical brand Biologi have revealed how their potent plant serums overcame the sceptics to become an indie beauty success story and the importance of their roles as skin care educators.
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PODCAST – Do the hustle: D’you founder on combating information overload in skin care
On this episode of Indie Pioneers, we chat with Shamika Haldipurkar, the founder and CEO of D’you, about the information overload in the skin care industry and how her company is aiming to combat it.
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PODCAST – Keeping traditions alive: Feniu founder on using beauty as a platform to showcase Tongan culture
On this episode of Indie Pioneers, we chat with Mele Olivetti, the founder of Tongan beauty brand Feniu who is on a mission to use her brand as a platform to share the heritage and culture of a tiny island nation with the world.
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PODCAST – Brave, bold, local: Founder of Oo La Lab on what it will take for Asian fragrance brands to go global
On this episode of Indie Pioneers, we chat with Dan Terry, the founder and creative director of Oo La Lab to discuss the potential of niche Asian fragrance brands in the global market and talk about the importance of scent to heritage and culture.
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PODCAST – Innovation in progress: Earth Rhythm CEO on why she takes an active role the NPD process
The CEO of New Delhi-based beauty brand Earth Rhythm joins the Indie Pioneers Podcasts to discuss her passion for NPD, the brand’s innovation process and talks about why she takes an active role in the creation of products.
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PODCAST – ‘Skin care should be fun’: Founders of 5 to 5 weigh in on the debate between ‘clean’ and ‘science-based’ beauty brands
The founders of 5 to 5 Skincare drop by the Indie Pioneers Podcast to give their two cents and more on the controversy stirring up between clean beauty brands and the cosmetic science community.
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PODCAST – Inclusive sustainability: Founder of MONO Skincare on how a green monopoly can hurt start-ups
On this episode of Indie Pioneers, we sit down with the founder of low-waste beauty brand MONO Skincare to talk about its innovative waterless tablet format and how the industry can be more inclusive in the sustainability race.
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PODCAST – What men want: Co-founder of Shakeup Cosmetics on why we’re finally ‘on the cusp’ of the male beauty boom
On this episode of Indie Pioneers, we’re chatting with Jake Xu, the co-founder of male beauty brand Shakeup Cosmetics about the intricacies of the men’s cosmetics category, and how it has been influenced in recent years by social media, pop culture and the pandemic.
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PODCAST – Local flavour: Founder of Maison Dixsept on capturing the essence of modern China through perfume
In this episode of Indie Pioneers, we’re speaking to Catherine Zhou, the founder of China’s Maison Dixsept, a niche fine fragrance brand that is trying to reclaim Chinese culture and how it is represented around the world.
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PODCAST – ‘Sea cucumber changed my skin’: Founder of Bescher on the ocean’s best-kept anti-ageing secret
On this episode of Indie Pioneers, we chat with the founder of Bescher about the brand’s hero ingredient, sea cucumber collagen, its amazing benefits and why she believes it is set to explode in the beauty world.
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PODCAST – I predict a riot: Founder of Organic Riot on the hard truths about sustainability
In this episode of Indie Pioneers, we chat with the founder of New Zealand brand Organic Riot about his valiant efforts in furthering the sustainable beauty movement and discuss some hard truths about what it means to be a sustainable and ethical beauty brand.
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PODCAST: A global beauty view on COVID-19 – hottest acquisitions, flashy innovations and biggest challenges
CosmeticsDesign editors break down the beauty and personal care acquisitions, product innovations and challenges that have arisen under the pressure of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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PODCAST – Education against misinformation: Founder of Fawn & Co on the challenges beauty educators face against fearmongering
In this episode of Indie Pioneers we discuss the importance of consumer education to tackle misinformation and confusion, including the debate around natural versus synthetic ingredients, with the founder of Fawn & Co.
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PODCAST – Shining a light on ‘skinclusivity’: Founder of Kansoskin on its mission to destigmatise skin conditions
In this episode of Indie Pioneers, we speak to Joanne Ang, the co-founder of sensitive skin care firm Kansoskin on how she is using the brand as a platform to promote a healthier outlook on conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
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INDIE PIONEERS PODCAST – Inna Organic on how it defied naysayers to create one of the first organic sheet masks
In this episode of Indie Pioneers, we chat with the co-founder of Inna Organic about the brand’s challenging journey towards pioneering the concept of an organic-certified facial sheet mask.
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Indie Pioneers Podcast – ‘Representing the underrepresented’: Founders of Shade M Beauty on catering to diverse Muslim consumer base
In this episode of Indie Pioneers, we sat down with the founders of halal beauty brand Shade M Beauty to discuss the growing significance of the halal beauty segment and how it will continue to evolve in the years to come.
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INDIE PIONEERS PODCAST — Perfume revolutionary: CEO of Maison 21G on how her brand is shaking up the fragrance world
In this episode of Indie Pioneers, CEO of bespoke perfumery Maison 21G discusses her consumer-centric approach to the retail journey online and offline, as well as how the perfume industry is set to undergo considerable change.
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INDIE PIONEERS PODCAST – Breaking the crazy ideal: Founder of Seasun Society on how brands should market responsibly
In this episode, we speak to Seasun Society founder Madi Ross about how irresponsible marketing and media coverage are setting consumers up to fail in their pursuit of beauty.
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PODCAST – ‘Just be a sponge’: Sephora Accelerate finalist on undertaking prestigious programme amid COVID-19
In the latest episode of Indie Pioneers, we sit down with Jasmine Kang, founder of anti-acne skin care brand Skinlycious as she prepares to pitch her brand to a panel of industry experts on Sephora Accelerate’s Final Demo Day.
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PODCAST – Holistic view on skin: Sequential Skin on why microbiome testing is crucial to personalised beauty
On this episode of Indie Pioneers, we sit down with Petronille Houdart from Sequential Skin to discuss the importance of microbiome testing when it comes to skin care personalisation.
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PODCAST: Passion project – Founder of Liht Organics explains why firms don’t invest in organic make-up
In this episode of Indie Pioneers, we chat with Nerissa Low, the founder of Liht Organics about the obstacles she had to overcome to bring her organic make-up brand to market.
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PODCAST: Lipsticks on demand – Lipskit creator hopes to inspire more sustainable beauty habits with DIY device
In this episode of Indie Pioneers, we chat with Mugdha Hedaoo, the founder of Go Play, a Singapore-based company that is putting colours back in the hands of consumers.
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PODCAST: Bigger picture - YORA CEO’s 'whole-listic' approach to show beauty is not skin deep
In this episode of Indie Pioneers, we chat with Antoinette Barnardo, founder and CEO of YORA, an Australian skin care brand that is taking on beauty with a multifaceted wellness approach.
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PODCAST: Evidence-based naturals – A pharmacist’s approach to natural skin care
In this episode of Indie Pioneers, we chat with Christina Su, founder of Australian brand Bayeco Skincare, about how her pharmaceutical training influenced the development of her evidence-based natural skin care line.
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PODCAST – ‘I’m no different from a painter’: SIX founder on harnessing the power of fragrance to tell a story
In this episode of Indie Pioneers, we speak to Jason Lee, the founder of Singaporean fragrance firm Scent by SIX, about the power of fragrance as a storytelling medium beyond just perfumes and colognes.
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Indie Pioneers Podcast: Croc conservation – Golden 8 founder on its role in crocodile preservation and sustainability
In this episode of Indie Pioneers, we speak to Josephine Robson, the founder of skin care brand Golden 8 about the benefits of crocodile oil and the conservation efforts put in place to protect its future among Australia’s wildlife.
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‘Good products take time’: Re:erth founder debunks fast fashion culture in beauty
On this episode of Indie Pioneers, we speak to Shinji Yamasaki, the founder of skin care brand re:erth about his philosophy to skin care, the influence of fast fashion in beauty and the unique ingredients that sparked his epiphany.
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Little brand, big heart – Meet the indie beauty brand that shunned influencer marketing
In the very first episode of our Indie Pioneers podcast, we chat with Marilyn Ng and Christabel Chee, the people behind Individual Collective to discuss the value of face-to-face interaction, influencer marketing and crowdfunding.
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PZ Cussons and beyond! Spin off company aims to build reputation in personal care
CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com caught up with Seven Scent's Neil Weaver for an exclusive interview following the company's breakthrough year in which it has established itself in many markets across the world.
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In conversation with APAC's cosmetics and beauty trailblazers. A podcast brought to you by CosmeticsDesign-Asia.
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Indie Pioneers is created and hosted by William Reed Ltd.
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