Ep. 42 | Hiring a Cosmetic Chemist to Create a Clean Beauty Product with Angella Sprauve
diarrha"I WANT PEOPLE TO START KNOWING MORE ABOUT COSMETIC CHEMISTRY, TO KNOW PROPERTIES OF THEIR PRODUCTS."
Angella is a clean beauty entrepreneur and expert in deep knowledge in cosmetic chemistry, guiding brands from concept to creation. You’ll hear us talk about the process of hiring a cosmetic chemist, developing clean beauty products, and navigating the challenges of the beauty industry with integrity and innovation.
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In this episode of It Takes A Village, Delina Medhin sits down with Angella Sprauve, a trailblazing cosmetic chemist, founder of The Clean Beauty Atelier, and CEO of Auvê Beauty. Broadcasting from her lab in the Bay Area, Angella shares her personal journey from a rich Guyanese heritage to an award-winning expert dedicated to clean beauty innovation, wellness, and conscious leadership.
Angella unpacks how she partners with different brands to bring beauty ideas to life, guiding them from concept-to-creation and through every stage of product development. She discusses the holistic ethos behind her approach: prioritizing clean, science-driven formulations, wellness practices, sustainable packaging, and ethical leadership. Listeners will hear practical advice, the latest trends in clean beauty, and how her deep commitment to mindfulness and a vegetarian lifestyle enhances both skin health and business well-being.
Whether you’re a budding beauty entrepreneur, passionate about clean ingredients, or curious about the science and standards behind your favorite products, this episode is packed with wisdom and inspiration to help you confidently navigate the future of beauty.
Show Topics:
Breaking into cosmetic chemistry
The beauty and culture of the Bay Area
Building a career as a formulator and development leader
Guyanese heritage and inspiration for Auvê Beauty
Embracing wellness, vegetarianism, and holistic beauty
Clean beauty standards
Consulting services: from product concept to shelf
Collaboration, people management, and leadership in research and development
Creating sustainable packaging and eco-friendly solutions
How mindfulness and meditation benefit your skin (and business)
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Intro
01:09 Discovering Cosmetic Chemistry
04:51 San Francisco's Beauty Scene
11:04 Creating Ave Beauty
11:38 Guyanese Beauty Rituals
13:32 The Role of Tea in Skincare
15:44 Vegetarian Lifestyle
17:03 Understanding Clean Beauty
19:56 Consulting and Product Development
23:41 Lab Operations and Small Batch Manufacturing
26:50 Client Expectations and Process
28:28 Formulation Steps and Rounds
29:34 Challenges with Clients
32:11 Team Structure and Roles
40:57 Packaging and Sustainability
45:42 Mindfulness and Yoga
52:48 Acknowledging the Support System
ABOUT angella sprauve
Angella Sprauve is an award-winning cosmetic chemist and founder of The Clean Beauty Atelier and Auvê Beauty, her own science-forward skincare brand. With over 15 years of experience in formulation and product development, Angella has collaborated with entrepreneurs, indie startups, and major beauty companies to create safe, effective, and innovative products for retail and specialty markets. She champions clean beauty standards, evidence-based skincare, and sustainability throughout the product lifecycle. Deeply inspired by her Guyanese heritage and the vibrant culture of the Bay Area, Angella’s mission is to advance cosmetic chemistry education and empower radiant, healthy skin for all.
Follow Angella on Instagram @thecleanbeautyatelier
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