Episode #588: Building Strive-Combining Science, Self-Improvement, and Authenticity in Men's Skincare

About this episode

Angel Olavarria shares his journey from sales to skincare entrepreneurship, emphasizing authenticity and the science behind effective skincare.

Welcome to this episode of HALO Talks, where Pete Moore sits down with Angel Olavarria, founder of Strive mens skincare, and cosmetic chemist from Forest Hills, Queens. Angel reflects on his journey from a career in sales to becoming an entrepreneur in men's skincare. He reflects on the idea that people tend to attribute positive attributes to others who are very attractive, inspired him to dig deeper into self-presentation, which eventually led him down the path of skincare science. Angel discusses the often confusing (and slightly sometimes sketchy) world of men's skincare, his hands-on approach to developing formulas, and the importance of using the proper amount of evidence-based ingredients. He also opens up about the process behind launching his business, staying true to his principles, and building a brand that values authenticity over flashy marketing tricks. It doesn't matter if you're interested in men's skincare or not. What is key here are the lessons Angel has learned as he continues to (rapidly!) scale Strive. If you're an aspiring entrepreneur or even seasoned business owner and are looking for fresh insights into building a thoughtful and impactful brand, this…

People in this episode

Host: Pete Moore

Guest: Angel Olavarria

Topics covered

• men's skincare
• entrepreneurship
• self-improvement
• authenticity
• skincare science
• business insights

Keywords

• men's skincare
• entrepreneurship
• self-presentation
• authenticity
• skincare science
• business growth
• evidence-based ingredients

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Strive

Places: Forest Hills, Queens

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