Behind the Scenes

A Look Ahead with Susanne Norwitz Founder of Maya Chia

If there’s anything more rewarding than introducing a devoted community to new beauty discoveries each month, it’s getting to know the Founders behind my favorite brands. I am always energized and enlightened by the conversations and I always take something away, whether it’s a bit of useful education, a beauty tip or words of inspiration. …

What Women Want: A Conversation with Kari Gran

As an entrepreneur, I’m constantly thinking about innovation. But what I’ve learned is that creating something new just to have something to talk about isn’t innovation – it’s cheap and easy marketing. Real innovation may come less often, but it leaves a lasting impression. Indeed, real innovation changes the game. This is what Kari Gran …

The Rule Breaker: Kristi Blustein from KHUS KHUS

On a blustering, snowy day, I met Kristi Blustein, founder of KHUS KHUS in the warm and cozy Dushanbe Tea House in Bolder, Colorado. Though not conscious of it at the time, the sensorial contrast of our first meeting was not dissimilar to how I experienced KHUS KHUS; namely her Hero product, Bleu Body Wax. It’s unlike anything …