EP296. Why the beauty industry is now selling you anti-zombie skincare
Green Beauty Conversations by Formula Botanica
Release Date: 12/18/2025
EP297. How indie beauty brands really grow (without Sephora, investors, and a team)
Green Beauty Conversations by Formula Botanica
In the beauty industry, success is often measured by landing big retailers, securing investment, or building a large team. But what if some of the most resilient and values-driven indie beauty brands thrive precisely because they reject that model? In this episode of , Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier sits down with Kristina Dunn, founder and formulator of RUA, to explore what it truly means to grow an indie beauty brand on your own terms – without Sephora, investors, or anyone else steering the ship. Tune in now to find out more! Free Resources...
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EP296. Why the beauty industry is now selling you anti-zombie skincare
Green Beauty Conversations by Formula Botanica
You might not have noticed it yet, but there’s a new word quietly taking over the beauty and wellness industries: longevity. It's showing up everywhere, from skincare marketing, supplements, blue zone diets, to so-called anti-zombie-cell serums (yes, you've read that right!). And while it sounds scientific, serious, and self-caring, longevity might just be the beauty industry's cleverest rebrand yet. Tune in to this week's episode of to find out more about how the beauty industry is quietly rebranding the term "anti-ageing". Free Resources...
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EP295. Could vitamin C’s days be numbered in skincare?
Green Beauty Conversations by Formula Botanica
Has vitamin C finally met its match? In this week’s episode of , Lorraine Dallmeier, CEO of Formula Botanica, explores whether the beauty industry’s favourite antioxidant could soon be dethroned. Lorraine is joined by Charlotte Julien, Formula Botanica graduate and founder of (formerly known as éméo consulting, as referenced in the episode), who also worked with Swiss biotech pioneer Gaia Tech. Together, Lorraine and Charlotte discuss hydroxytyrosol – a powerful, upcycled antioxidant extracted from olive waste that early studies show may outperform vitamin C in both potency...
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EP294. My call to legislate cosmetic claims for human dignity
Green Beauty Conversations by Formula Botanica
Beauty thrives on adjectives – and the cosmetics industry knows exactly how to use them. Walk into any beauty store and you’ll see words like "nourish", "revitalise", "transform" and "illuminate" designed to spark emotional reactions. But more often than not, that reaction is insecurity. In this episode of , host Lorraine Dallmeier argues that it’s time for a radical rethink and proposes a radical proposal: adding a seventh criterion to Europe's cosmetic claims regulations – one that respects human dignity. Tune in now to find out what it's all about! Free Resources...
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EP293. The truth about cosmetic claims: What brands can and can’t say
Green Beauty Conversations by Formula Botanica
Beauty products are full of bold promises: “anti-ageing,” “chemical-free,” “eco-friendly.” But how many of these cosmetic claims actually hold up? In this episode of , Lorraine Dallmeier, CEO of Formula Botanica, chats with cosmetic claims expert Dr Theresa Callaghan about the risks of misleading marketing, greenwashing, and how brands can build trust with honest, compliant claims. If you want to create a beauty brand that’s credible, ethical and future-proof, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Check out Theresa's books: (second edition) – all available...
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EP292. Why the beauty industry needs to stop blaming the consumer
Green Beauty Conversations by Formula Botanica
Is the beauty industry really listening to what consumers want – or is it hiding behind them? In this week’s episode of , Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier calls out one of the industry’s most persistent myths: that shoppers are to blame for the lack of sustainability progress. It’s a bold take that asks whether "consumer demand" has become a convenient excuse for brands to avoid taking responsibility. If you’ve ever felt frustrated by greenwashing or by brands claiming "people just aren’t ready for change," this episode is for you. Free Resources...
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EP291. Meet Forestwise, the ingredient supplier growing money on trees
Green Beauty Conversations by Formula Botanica
What if the future of beauty didn’t come at the cost of rainforests? In this episode of , Lorraine Dallmeier talks with Alexander van Oord, Chief Commercial Officer at , about how wild-harvested illipe nuts are transforming the beauty industry. Discover how these sustainable ingredients – already used in products by major brands like Lush – help protect forests, support smallholder farmers, and offer a forest-friendly alternative to cocoa butter. Tune in now to learn about Forestwise's mission to safeguard 100,000 hectares of rainforest, the story behind illipe butter, and how consumers...
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EP290. Is it time to break up with natural beauty?
Green Beauty Conversations by Formula Botanica
The beauty industry has sold us the idea that natural automatically means good – good for us, good for the planet, good for everyone. But is that really true? In this episode of , Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier asks whether it’s time to break up with natural beauty. From deforestation to monocultures, the word natural is unregulated and often meaningless – it can hide a thousand sins. Listen now to rethink what natural beauty really means and discover how we can create a beauty industry that truly honours the ecosystems it depends on. Free Resources...
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EP289. Meet the man restoring Hawaii’s forests with sustainable sandalwood
Green Beauty Conversations by Formula Botanica
Discover the story of Hawaii Sandalwood and how it’s restoring one of the rarest forests on Earth in this episode of . This week on the podcast, Asa Suguitan, co-founder of , shares how his family is regenerating Hawaii’s tropical dryland forest by harvesting only dead or dying sandalwood trees and replanting 16 native species. Learn how this unique approach funds reforestation, creates eco-certified sandalwood beauty ingredients, and connects beauty with real sustainability. Free Resources | | | Socials: |
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EP288. The idea that blew my mind: 3D-printed skincare
Green Beauty Conversations by Formula Botanica
What if your moisturiser wasn’t mass-produced, but printed for you on demand? In this episode of , Lorraine Dallmeier explores the futuristic – and very real – idea of 3D-printed skincare. From personalised products that evolve with your age and lifestyle, to biotech-powered actives “printed” fresh at home or in pharmacies, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Could 3D-printed skincare be the frontier that takes green beauty to a whole new level? Find out in this episode! Free Resources | | | Socials: |
info_outlineYou might not have noticed it yet, but there’s a new word quietly taking over the beauty and wellness industries: longevity.
It's showing up everywhere, from skincare marketing, supplements, blue zone diets, to so-called anti-zombie-cell serums (yes, you've read that right!). And while it sounds scientific, serious, and self-caring, longevity might just be the beauty industry's cleverest rebrand yet.
Tune in to this week's episode of Green Beauty Conversations to find out more about how the beauty industry is quietly rebranding the term "anti-ageing".
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