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Discovering DINO

I first discovered DINO Apparel, founded by eco-chic entrepreneur Suzanne Rjinveld, about 10 years ago when I was the spa director at The Carneros Inn. The timeless styles and soft fabrics oozed resort and spa chic. The bonus was that the line was manufactured domestically, in fact, locally in California, with fabric that was as sustainable …

Indie Beauty Spotlight: Ranavat Botanics

There is nothing more exciting than meeting smart women with a passion to create something with purpose, integrity, and heart. It didn’t take long for me to realize that Michelle Ranavat was using her head and her heart to create something special through Ranavat Botanics, where she combines Ayurvedic medicine with Indian botanicals for a nutrient-rich …

Indie Beauty Spotlight: #SecretProject Revealed

They are fresh, philanthropic, female beauty entrepreneurs with breakthrough brands! Introducing our first-ever Indie Beauty Spotlight Discovery: three separate Discoveries featuring three of the buzziest brands of the year: Ranavat Botanics, Beneath Your Mask and Wabi-Sabi Botanicals. Oh, there’s more…gift an Indie Spotlight Discovery, and we’ll donate $2 to the brand’s charity.  Meet these rising stars …