In this episode of Her Beauty Regimen with Chanel, host Chanel Martin sits down with Cathy, the founder and CEO of Love Balunji, a vegan, handcrafted beauty brand rooted in her Ugandan heritage and the legacy of her late mother.

Cathy shares how grief sparked her purpose after losing her mother in 2019, leading her to create natural lip gloss and skincare products with clean, conscious ingredients. What began as a personal healing journey has grown into a soulful, mission-led brand committed to quality, transparency, and care.

The conversation dives deep into the reality of ingredient integrity, the rise (and controversy) of indie brands going corporate, and the decisions business owners face when legacy meets opportunity. Cathy also offers heartfelt advice for women starting their own beauty brands, and why staying grounded in passion—not profit—is the real key.

What listeners will hear in this episode: ● How personal loss led to the creation of Love Balunji ● Why clean, small-batch production still matters in a fast-beauty world ● Honest thoughts on indie brands selling to major corporations ● Her go-to product picks: rich body butter and signature non-sticky lip gloss ● Advice for aspiring beauty founders: start small, study hard, and lead with purpose

This episode is a raw and encouraging reminder that beauty isn’t just about the product — it’s about the heart behind it.

Connect with Love Balunji: Website: lovebalunji.com Instagram, Facebook, TikTok: @lovebalunji YouTube: @lovebalunji

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In this episode of Her Beauty Regimen with Chanel, host Chanel Martin speaks with Pamela and Misha, the mother-daughter team behind Homestead 324 — a handmade, tallow-based body care brand rooted in family, faith, and healing.

Their story begins with Pamela’s personal journey caring for her mother through cancer and Alzheimer’s — a season that led her to create her first batch of soap from scratch. That moment of care sparked what would eventually grow into a family business committed to holistic wellness and customer-first values.

The conversation unfolds with honesty and heart as they discuss the inspiration behind their best-selling Pain Relieving Salve, how they navigate running a business together, and why sensitivity, custom orders, and deep care for their customers sit at the center of their mission.

In this episode, listeners will hear: ● How personal grief gave birth to a purpose-led brand ● The story and success of their pain-relief salve ● What it’s really like building a business as a mother and daughter ● Why handmade quality and intentional customer service matter ● Encouragement for aspiring beauty founders walking through hard seasons

This episode is a moving reminder that sometimes the most painful seasons lead to purpose — and that healing can begin right at home.

Connect with Homestead 324: Website: homestead324.square.site Instagram, Facebook, TikTok: @homestead324

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In this episode of Her Beauty Regimen with Chanel, I’m joined by Kash “Kash Barb” Thompson, celebrity makeup artist and CEO of The Kash Brand Cosmetics. We talk about her journey from modeling in the DMV to working with celebrities, why she decided to leave the nightlife scene, and how she launched her own lipstick and lash lines to leave a legacy for her children.

Kash shares her story with honesty and insight, offering practical advice and real encouragement for women navigating beauty, business, and identity.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• How Kash turned a talent she discovered while modeling into a thriving cosmetics brand
• The moment she decided her gifts were bigger than her circumstances
• Why legacy matters and how motherhood shapes her business choices

Whether you're a beauty lover, an indie brand founder, or simply on your own journey of becoming, this episode will leave you feeling inspired and grounded.

Connect with Kash Barb Thompson: Website: https://www.thekashbrandcosmetics.com Instagram: @thekash.brand

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