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supplement line from scratch

EPISODE 15: Uncharted Products – Creating a Supplement Line from Scratch​ with Chad Brey

Thinking about creating a dietary supplement from scratch, but not sure where to start? Our guest today is Chad Brey, a chemist who has formulated hundreds of dietary supplements. In our interview we discuss the 3-phase process of developing and manufacturing unique supplement formulas and shares valuable guidance for entrepreneurs looking[…]
herbs & supplements

EPISODE 14: Understanding Regulatory for Herbs & Supplements with Herb Nerd Zoë Gardner

Are you struggling to understand regulatory for your herbs & supplements? Look no further! This week, our guest is Dr. Zoë Gardner, a self-proclaimed herb nerd with over 20 years of experience working with medicinal plants. She earned a Ph.D. in plant science from the University of Massachusetts and co-leads the[…]
Turning Beauty Ideas into Products: bottle of new product without a label

EPISODE 13: Turning Beauty Ideas into Products with Custom Formulator, Christine Klahn

Do you have an amazing beauty product idea but you’re not sure how to make it a reality? In this week’s episode of Turning Beauty Ideas into Products, our guest Christine Klahn answers questions about the product formulation process. Christine is the CEO of ChemE Queen Bee—a distinguished San Diego formulation[…]
How to design makeup packaging by following a step by step guide.

How to Design Makeup Packaging: Everything You Need to Know for Your Beauty Brand

Launching a cosmetics brand comes with many decisions—but one of the most important is how to design makeup packaging.  The packaging does far more for makeup products than just holding them—it serves as a mini-billboard for your product, encourages customers to buy from you, communicates your brand story, and establishes your[…]
Creating your custom beauty product line

EPISODE 10: Secrets of a Formulator: Creating Your Custom Beauty Product Line

This episode of Entrepreneur Minds Speak—Speaker Series features Christine Klahn, CEO of ChemE Queen Bee—a distinguished San Diego formulation and small batch manufacturing company. In this engaging session, Christine shares her insights on creating your custom beauty product line including the process of research, development, formulation, and creating prototypes for custom[…]
Skincare branding for natural products including face moisturizers.

Natural Skincare Branding: How to Embrace the Industry Trend in Your Business

There’s no doubt about it—the natural skincare industry is booming. The market size is $6.7 billion, with no signs of slowing down. With the right natural skincare branding and marketing plan, businesses can embrace this niche and thrive.  But how do you jump on the bandwagon? What are consumers looking for?[…]
Skincare tools lined up on white background placed next to each other.

Skincare Industry Trends: 4 Natural Brands Doing It Right (and What to Learn from Them)

If you’re keeping an eye on skincare industry trends, you know that natural is the name of the game.  The natural skincare industry is worth more than $6 trillion annually, and there’s a reason why. Consumers are savvier than ever about the products they’re putting in and on their bodies—and they[…]
Woman applying a natural cosmetic ingredient to the back of her hand with a pea sized amount.

The Top 10 Best Natural Cosmetic Ingredients for Your Skincare Brand

Are you launching a skincare brand and wondering what natural cosmetic ingredients to use? Or wanting to expand an existing skincare brand with natural alternatives?  Clean and natural alternatives are all the rage in the beauty industry—but what ingredients actually work? And what are your customers looking for?  There are plenty[…]
How to start your own makeup line of lipsticks in a variety of shades for different skin types.

How to Start Your Own Makeup Line (Even With No Business Experience)

Have you ever thought about how to start your own makeup line? You have the passion, you have the knowledge—but can you really create a business out of it?  The good news is, the answer is yes! Many makeup brands started with just passion and a dream to share that passion[…]
how to launch your own skincare line

How to Launch Your Own Skincare Line: From Foundation to Marketing

If you’re passionate about skincare, you might have considered launching your own skincare line. After all, you’ve experimented with different brands, developed a feel for what works and doesn’t, and watched many brands gain success! Now is the perfect time to start your own skincare line. The skincare industry is thriving,[…]