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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 30: Multitasking Beauty to Multisensory Wellness with Founder, Mom & Entrepreneur Extraordinaire Divya Gugnani
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In this episode of the Skincarma Pod, Carmine welcomes Divya Gugnani, a prominent figure in the beauty industry known for her entrepreneurial spirit and innovative ideas. They discuss Divya’s journey from investment banking to founding multiple beauty brands, including Wander Beauty, and her latest venture, the clean fragrance brand 5SENS. The conversation delves into the inherent challenges of the beauty industry, the importance of peer mentorship, and the personal experiences that have shaped Divya’s career. The episode highlights evolving beauty standards and the need for products that cater to busy women. To that end, Divya shares her journey as co-founder of Wander Beauty, emphasizing the brand's focus on time-starved women and the white space for multitasking products that cater to women on-the-go. Divya shares insights about her newest venture, 5SENS, and her investment vehicle, Concept to Co., which supports diverse founders.
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Follow Divya on Instagram at @dgugnani and her fragrance brand 5SENS at @5sensco. Catch the 5SENS vibes and learn more about the cool concept behind the brand at 5sens.co. You can find Divya’s book Pitch Perfect, Founder’s Guide to Fundraising for Startups on Amazon here.
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Product links:
Wander Beauty On-the-Glow Blush and Illuminator
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