Have you ever stopped to wonder about the story behind your beauty products and their ingredients? Most of us don’t think twice when picking up a product off the shelf, but what if we did? In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier – Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica – dives into the untold stories behind your beauty ingredients. Tune in now to hear why transparency and ethical supply chains matter, and how you can help set new standards for the beauty industry.   Free Resources Free formulation course | Green Beauty Conver ..read more

Have you ever stopped to consider where the ingredients in your beauty products come from? Behind every bottle of oil or jar of cream lies a story – one that often goes untold. In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier – Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica – is joined by Chloé Vallée, co-founder of Primegreen, a social enterprise transforming how the beauty industry sources its ingredients. Tune in now to learn about the social and environmental impact of sustainable farming for ingredients like moringa, the challenges and rewards of worki ..read more

When was the last time you read a beauty brand’s sustainability report? If your answer is "never," you’re not alone. Sustainability reports are often buried on company websites, obscured by glossy marketing materials that feel more like a promotional brochure than a genuine disclosure of progress. But what if you could look behind the curtain and examine what these brands are really doing for the planet? Now you can. In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, host Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica, dives deep into the truth behind beauty ..read more

Can a beauty brand grow, innovate, and achieve international success without compromising its core values? That’s the question Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica, asks in this week's episode of Green Beauty Conversations. Lorraine is joined by Laura Rudoe, founder of Evolve Organic Beauty. Together, they explore how Laura built a globally successful beauty brand while staying true to its sustainability and ethical values. Whether you're an indie entrepreneur or simply passionate about the beauty industry, this episode is for you. &n ..read more

Imagine starting a beauty brand with no financial backing, formal training, or industry guidance—armed only with determination and a dream. This is the story of Elizabeth Arden, who transformed her kitchen-made creams into one of the most iconic beauty empires of all time. But it’s also the story of so many modern-day indie beauty entrepreneurs. In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist and CEO of Formula Botanica explores the parallels between Elizabeth Arden’s legacy and today’s indie beauty movement. Tune in now to discover 8 po ..read more

Elizabeth Arden is one of the most iconic figures in the beauty industry, known for building a global empire from modest beginnings. Her remarkable journey is a testament to vision, innovation, and determination—and surprisingly mirrors the path of many modern-day indie beauty entrepreneurs. In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist and CEO of Formula Botanica, sits down with Professor Stacy Cordery to explore the life of this pioneering entrepreneur. Tune in now for an inspiring conversation you won't want to miss! And for a deepe ..read more

Are beauty retailers crossing the line with their self-imposed standards, or are they stepping in to fill a much-needed regulatory gap? That's what Lorraine Dallmeier, Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica, sets to find out in this week's episode of Green Beauty Conversations. Do you see this shift as a win for transparency, or does it make shopping for beauty products even more confusing? Tune in and share your thoughts—we’d love to hear from you!   Free Resources Free formulation course | Green Beauty Conversations Podcast | Blog |&n ..read more

The beauty industry is facing a seismic shift. Major retailers like Target, Sephora, and Ulta are no longer simply stocking products. They’re demanding proof behind every claim, from “vegan” to “sustainable” to “cruelty-free.” But why is that? In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier – Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica – sits down with Kimberly Shenk, co-founder and CEO of Novi. Novi is a revolutionary platform helping brands validate claims and comply with retailers' increasingly stringent requirements. If you’re a beauty brand ow ..read more

Have you ever paused to consider the origins of the ingredients in your skincare products? Beyond the glossy packaging and marketing lies a world of ancient beauty rituals that have inspired modern skincare practices for centuries. From the nourishing shea butter of West Africa to the rejuvenating Japanese onsen baths and the mineral-rich Irish seaweed traditions, these cultural practices highlight the deep connection between nature and beauty. And in this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier—Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica—explores ..read more

What if your skincare routine could celebrate your cultural heritage while transforming your skin? In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Lorraine Dallmeier—Chartered Environmentalist, Biologist, and CEO of Formula Botanica—is joined by Evelyn Akande, the creative director and formulator of Kanda Natural, a Nigerian natural skincare brand rooted in West African botanicals.  Kanda is committed to celebrating cultural heritage through natural, minimalist skincare products that harness the power of natural ingredients like shea butter, neem, and moringa. If you’ve ever wondered ..read more