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Shani Darden, the founder of Shani Darden Skincare, has built a name as Hollywood’s go-to skincare expert. She is trusted by stars like Jessica Alba, Chrissy Teigen, and Kelly Rowland for her results-driven approach. After training under a top dermatologist, she developed her own formulations, launching her flagship studio in Beverly Hills in 2019 and securing a coveted spot at Sephora in 2020.
In this episode, Shani talks about how she went from mixing masks in her childhood home to creating one of the most sought-after skincare brands. She opens up about navigating the beauty industry, building a brand without a roadmap, and staying hands-on with clients while scaling a business. You’ll hear her insights on effective product development, the power of social media, and the strategies she learned over her career.
Timestamps:
[00:00] Introduction
[04:08] Creating Retinol Reform and entering the skincare industry
[05:14] Transitioning from service-based work to product development
[06:27] Challenges in launching a skincare brand
[07:35] The importance of trial and error in product creation
[08:42] How Sephora became a major retail partner
[09:56] The role of packaging and refining the brand
[10:45] Building a team that aligns with brand values
[11:33] Why hiring slow is crucial for long-term success
[12:18] Social media’s impact on personal branding
[13:09] How client feedback shapes product development
[14:21] The challenges of balancing retail deadlines with product quality
[15:37] Tips for building an engaged online community
[16:42] Overcoming self-consciousness in social media marketing
[17:15] Experimenting with content strategies for better engagement
[18:29] Finding balance between content creation and business operations
[19:45] Adjusting to entrepreneurship and leadership roles
[20:56] The importance of mentorship and learning from mistakes
[21:33] Rapid-fire business and skincare advice
[22:12] Common skincare mistakes and how to avoid them
Resources Mentioned:
Retinol Reform | Website
Sephora | Website
Shani Darden Skincare | Website
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Shani Darden, the founder of Shani Darden Skincare, has built a name as Hollywood’s go-to skincare expert. She is trusted by stars like Jessica Alba, Chrissy Teigen, and Kelly Rowland for her results-driven approach. After training under a top dermatologist, she developed her own formulations, launching her flagship studio in Beverly Hills in 2019 and securing a coveted spot at Sephora in 2020.
In this episode, Shani talks about how she went from mixing masks in her childhood home to creating one of the most sought-after skincare brands. She opens up about navigating the beauty industry, building a brand without a roadmap, and staying hands-on with clients while scaling a business. You’ll hear her insights on effective product development, the power of social media, and the strategies she learned over her career.
Timestamps:
[00:00] Introduction
[04:08] Creating Retinol Reform and entering the skincare industry
[05:14] Transitioning from service-based work to product development
[06:27] Challenges in launching a skincare brand
[07:35] The importance of trial and error in product creation
[08:42] How Sephora became a major retail partner
[09:56] The role of packaging and refining the brand
[10:45] Building a team that aligns with brand values
[11:33] Why hiring slow is crucial for long-term success
[12:18] Social media’s impact on personal branding
[13:09] How client feedback shapes product development
[14:21] The challenges of balancing retail deadlines with product quality
[15:37] Tips for building an engaged online community
[16:42] Overcoming self-consciousness in social media marketing
[17:15] Experimenting with content strategies for better engagement
[18:29] Finding balance between content creation and business operations
[19:45] Adjusting to entrepreneurship and leadership roles
[20:56] The importance of mentorship and learning from mistakes
[21:33] Rapid-fire business and skincare advice
[22:12] Common skincare mistakes and how to avoid them
Resources Mentioned:
Retinol Reform | Website
Sephora | Website
Shani Darden Skincare | Website
Follow Nancy Twine:
Instagram: @nancytwine
www.nancytwine.com
Follow Makers Mindset:
Instagram: @makersmindsetspace
TikTok: @themakersmindset
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