Beauty Bosses
Dr. Lara Devgan, a plastic surgeon in New York City and CEO of Scientific Beauty, hosts conversations with industry leaders shaping beauty, fashion, wellness, and all things pretty.
Episodes
Olivia Landeau Talks the Modern Diamond Industry
Olivia Landeau | The Clear Cut (click for more info.)
Amanda Hindlian Talks Financial Literacy for Women
Amanda Hindlian
Amy Burstyn-Fritz Talks Mise-en-scène and Vignette
Amy Burstyn-Fritz | Misette (click image for more info.)
Alison Chemla Talks Alison Lou
Alison Chemla | Alison Lou (click image for more info.)
Alessandra Perez-Rubio and Louisa Rechter Talk Mestiza
Alessandra Perez-Rubio & Louisa Rechter | Mestiza (click image for more in
Rebecca Minkoff Talks Entrepreneurship, Identity, and the Business of Fashion
Rebecca Minkoff on Beauty Bosses
Deborah Pagani Talks the Beauty Industry, Hair Care, and Jewelry
Deborah Pagani (click here to visit Deborah Pagani Beauty)
Dina Rosenbloom Talks Hairstory, Scalp Health, and Hair Routines
Dina Rosenbloom (click here to visit Hairstory)
Priyanka Ganjoo Talks Inclusivity and the Truth of the Beauty Industry
Priyanka Ganjoo (click here to visit Kulfi Beauty)
Erin McLoughlin Talks Careers in Journalism, NBC News, and Biases
Erin McLoughlin
Peta Murgatroyd Talks Her Ballerina Roots, Building Confidence, and Peta Jane Beauty
Peta Murgatroyd (click to visit Peta Jane Beauty)
Lauren Berson Talks Fertility Science and Reproductive Health
Lauren Berson (click to visit Conceive)
Cynthia Rowley Talks Creativity, Ambition, and The World of Fashion & Design
Cynthia Rowley (click to visit her page)
Nazli Parvizi Talks Modern Day Food Culture, Availability, and Importance
Nazli Parvizi (click to visit her page)
Lydia Fenet Talks Confidence, Charity, and Career Success — How the Auction Queen Built Billion-Dollar Impact
Lydia Fenet (click to visit her page)
Anna Harman Talks Pioneering a New Piercing Experience for Consumers
Anna Harman (click to visit Studs)
Gwen Whiting Talks The Fill Club and The Power of Niche
Gwen Whiting (click to visit The Fill)
Mariah Chase Talks The World of Beauty Business
Mariah Chase
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Elizabeth Kurpis Talks Careers in Fashion Law
Elizabeth Kurpis
Dr. Lara Oboler Talks Holistic and Heart Health
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Dr.
Dr. Gail Saltz Talks Social Media, Mental Health, and Stigmatization
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Dr.
Laura Brown Talks Loving Your Job in a Creative Industry
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Lau
Katerina Mountanos Talks Kosterina, Blue Zones and The Mediterranean Diet
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Kat
Shallon Lester Talks Modern Day Dating, and Inner Versus Outer Beauty
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Shallon Lester, the star of MTV’s
Allison Conrad Talks Taking Charge of Time and Aging
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, we sit down with Allison Conrad, f
Isabelle Kenyon Talks Breaking Stigmas and Revolutionizing Metabolic Health
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Isa
Kelly Casaccio & Laura Kosmorsky Talk Sun Protection and Style
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Kel
Dee Poku Talks Building Brands, Community, and Gender Equity
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dee Poku discusses the profound im
Kimmy Scotti Talks Fig1, Entrepreneurship, and Investing Advice
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, we sit down with Kimmy Scotti, the
Asya Sharrow Talks SLAPS, Marketing, and Generational Trends in Branding
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Aysa Sharrow, the dynamic force behind SLAPS—the sensational skincare and lifestyle brand that’s redefining modern beauty. Aysa dives into her groundbreaking marketing strategies, sharing how she’s captured the hearts (and wallets) of Gen Z and Millennials alike. From leveraging TikTok trends to her unfiltered take on what really res
Joey Wölffer Talks Entrepreneurship and Empowering Women
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Joey Wölffer shares her journey of entrepreneurship, drawing inspiration from her late father to build a lasting legacy through Wölffer Estate and its celebrated wines. She discusses her passion for empowering women and giving a platform to unheard voices, blending business with a mission for social impact.
Chloe Harrouche Talks Navigating & Rethinking Healthcare in America
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Chloe Harrouche, co-Founder and CEO of The Lanby, discusses her journey as a patient and rising leader in American healthcare. She shares insights on how The Lanby addresses systemic challenges, draws inspiration from unexpected sources, and redefines patient-centered care in the modern healthcare landscape. Listen on for more.
Jade Beguelin Talks Pivoting From Finance To Skincare and the Historic Influences Behind Her Nightlife Oriented Brand
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, Jade Beguelin, co-founder of skincare brand 4AM Skin, discusses her pivot from finance to skincare, the historic nightlife influences that fuel the brand’s visuals, and the best places to have a cocktail night with the girls in NYC.
Carly Cushnie Talks Early Design Inspirations, Interning for Oscar de la Renta, and Creative Directing Her Own Company
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, New York based designer and creative director Carly Cushnie talks early design inspirations from growing up in London, interning for Oscar de la Renta, and spearheading her own line CUSHNIE. She also discusses her more recent pivot to designing interiors. Listen on for more details.
Galyn Bernard Talks Founding A Genderless Clothing Line for Kids
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, co-Founder and co-CEO of Primary, Galyn Bernard, talks founding a genderless clothing line for kids. After raising daughters who hated pink, Bernard recognized a need for simplifying kids clothing shopping and endeavored to create a store wherein every color could be for every kid. Listen on to learn more.
Purvi Padia Talks Her Journey From Fashion To Interior Design To Working with UNICEF
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, design maven Purvi Padia discusses her transition from fashion to interior design, her new table top line REVELRY, and her work spearheading Project Lion for UNICEF. As you will hear, each endeavor in her life stems from childhood curiosities and observations. Furthermore, Purvi would love to offer listeners a 15% discount to REVELRY with the code LARA15.
Chris Coffee Talks Entrepreneurship, Creative Direction, and Sage and Madison
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, entrepreneur extraordinaire Chris Coffee sits down with Dr. Devgan to discuss his journey reviving an 18th century building into a Sag Harbor jewel: Sage and Madison. He talks his creative process, how to stand out, and the importance of building not only brand identity but brand experience.
Fernando Garcia and Laura Kim Talk Helming Oscar de la Renta and Finding Their Voice with Monse
Fernando Garcia and Laura Kim talk helming the iconic fashion institution Oscar de la Renta and finding their voice with their own brand, Monse. The sartorial storytellers discuss their origins in the fashion world as well as their viral moment dressing Michelle Obama for the DNC stage. Listen on to learn how they balance it all.
Pinkie Founders, Fiona Simmons and Sana Clegg, Talk Creating Period Products With Girls In Mind
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, Pinkie founders, Fiona Simmons and Sana Clegg, talk creating period products with young women in mind. They recount their own experiences coming of age in a market that neglected the needs of tweens and teens and how they decided to take matters into their own hands, curating products to protect and empower the new generation.
Linus Adolfsson Talks Sleep Science, Sleep Myths, and How the Best Beds Are Sleep Instruments
Linus Adolfsson, Swedish entrepreneur and founder of The Sleep Spa talks sleep science, sleep myths, and how the best beds are sleep instruments (designed by Hästens no less!). He also discusses the importance of sleep in Swedish culture and what Americans can learn about getting a healthy amount of zzz’s.
Vanessa Torrivilla Ariel Talks Developing Goldbelly, Food as Nexus, and the Future of UX
On this episode of ‘Beauty Bosses,’ e-commerce maven Vanessa Torrivilla Ariel, co-founder of Goldbelly, discusses utilizing her passion for e-commerce and marketing to develop the innovative food app, the connective power of food, and the future of UX.
Antoniette Costa talks Her New Album 'Pitupatter,' Her Medical Journey with Dr. Devgan, and Her Nonprofit Work Building Community
Singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and lawyer Antoniette Costa stopped by the offices of Dr. Lara Devgan to discuss the inspiration behind her latest album ‘Pitupatter.’ After healing from a major health crisis, Costa pledged to record the music she had written in recovery. Along the way, Costa speaks about her work with Dr. Devgan, who helped her hold onto her identity while battling a br
Rebecca Minkoff talks Iconic Bags, Must-Haves, and How She Got Her Big Break
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, we speak with fashion designer, leather accessories queen, author, and podcaster Rebecca Minkoff about her iconic bags, 5 NYC fashion must-haves, and how she got her big break in the early 2000s. Delve into the world of this iconic fashion maven as she discusses her experience navigating an ever changing industry.
Alexa von Tobel talks Personal Finance, Entrepreneurship, and Revolutionizing Fintech
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, we sit down with the inimitable Alexa von Tobel to discuss personal finance, entrepreneurship, and revolutionizing Fintech. She is a founder of various enterprises including LearnVest and Inspired Capital where she currently serves as a Managing Partner. She also is a New York Times best-selling author, with three books under her belt, including a text on financia
Dr. Maria Zalewska, Media and Memory Scholar discusses her work with Holocaust Remembrance
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, we speak with Dr. Maria Zalewska, Media and Memory Scholar. Her work focuses on questions like: What does it mean to take a selfie at Auschwitz? What does it mean to consider medical experimentation by Nazis at concentration camps? What is the power of recipes and food in generational memory? What is society going to be like when the last remaining Holocaust survi
Celebrity Memoir Book Club talks Matthew McConaughey's life-changing memoir and the multifaceted impact of TikTok on reading books
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, the ladies of Celebrity Memoir Book Club stop by Dr. Lara Devgan’s NYC office. The aforementioned literary podcast, helmed by best friends Claire Parker and Ashley Hamilton, emerged from the Brooklyn stand-up comedy scene. Listen along as they talk Matthew McConaughey's life-changing memoir, the most surprising and unexpected celebrity memoirs, and the multifacete
Dr. Rocio Salas-Whelan talks Ozempic, Weight-Loss, and Health
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Devgan chats with Dr. Rocio Salas-Whelan, double board-certified endocrinologist practicing on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Dr. Salas-Whelan went to Universidad Autonoma de Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua Mexico, following which she completed her Residency in Internal Medicine at Jacobi Medical Center as part of Albert Einstein School of Medicine in New York, wa
Jessel Taank talks RHONY, IVF and OUSHQ!
This episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Devgan chats with Jessel Taank, New York-based fashion publicist, brand consultant, and cast member of the new Real Housewives of New York City. Jessel holds an impressive resume in the fashion world for her work with Conde Nast International, Stella McCartney, Celine, Victoria Beckham, Michael Kors, Westfield and most recently her own agency The Know and soon-to
Fortune Dushey talks Fashion, Family and More!
This episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan welcomes Fortune Dushey. Fortune Dushey is a NYC-based former fashion stylist and blogger behind Fortune Inspired, a curated digital destination that captures Fortune's personal style, health + wellness tips, and travel diaries. In addition to blogging and content creation, Fortune is also a seasoned events host, having hosted private shopping events
Dr. Rabia Malik talks Medicine and Balancing a Healthy Lifestyle and Family Life
This week on Beauty Bosses, Dr. Devgan chats with Dr. Rabia Malik. Dr. Malik is an holistic aesthetic doctor based at The Wellness Clinic in Harrods, London who chooses not to work with injectables and instead specializes in collagen stimulating skin treatments and pigmentation management. Dr. Malik used her expertise to found Skin W1, a skincare line that focuses on active ingredients that stimul
Inge Theron talks FaceGym and her journey creating a global beauty phenomenon
Today on Beauty Bosses, Dr. Devgan chats with Inge Theron. Inge previously was a beauty and wellness columnist for the Financial Times and had a reputation for being a ‘Spa Junkie’. Through her experience with invasive and non-invasive procedures, she founded FaceGym, a facial workout utilizing different massaging techniques and traditional Chinese healing and wellness methods to alleviate pain, i
Ben Varadi talks the impact of toys and his journey to Spin Master
Welcome to Beauty Bosses Ben Varadi, Director, Chief Creative Officer & Executive VP at Spin Master. Spin Master is the group behind some of your favorite children's toys and franchises including Paw Patrol, Bakugan, Hatchimals, Kinetic Sand and Air Hogs. Ben graduated with his honours business administration degree from Western University’s Richard Ivey School of Business in Ontario, Canada and t
Carly Mark talks Art, Fashion, and More!
This week on Beauty Bosses we welcome Carly Mark, contemporary artist, writer, and fashion designer. You might be familiar with her line Puppets and Puppets, a label that merges fashion and art, with unconventional pieces that explore storytelling and non-traditional themes. Carly holds an impressive resume in the art and fashion world and was nominated for the 2022 CFDA Emerging Designer of the Y
Claudia Lima-Guinehut talks Claire's, Raising Kids, and Succeeding in the Business World!
Today we welcome Claudia Lima-Guinehut, Executive Vice President and Chief Merchandising Officer of Claire’s to Beauty Bosses. Not just your local ear piercing destination, Claire’s Holdings is a worldwide leader in trendy accessories and fashion products across North America, Europe, the Middle East and South Africa. Claudia has her Bachelor of Science in Marketing from New York University and he
Gab Waller talks Celebrity Clients, Luxury Fashion, and a Global Sourcing Empire
Global fashion sourcer, Gab Waller, joins me in my New York City office for this week’s episode of Beauty Bosses! Named “the world’s most famous personal shopper” by Forbes, and featured in the New York Times, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, and more, Gab has made quite a name for herself in the world of luxury fashion in such a short time.With a stunning list of notable clients including Hailey Bieber, Kh
Sasha Plavsic talks Clean Beauty, Minimalist Makeup, and All Things ILIA
A true visionary in the beauty industry and founder of ILIA Beauty, Sasha
Plavsic, joined me in my New York City office for this week’s episode of
Beauty Bosses! In this episode, we dive deeper into Sasha’s commitment to
delivering top-notch, cruelty-free, and eco-friendly cosmetics.
Nina Runsdorf talks Fine Jewelry, the Flip Ring, and Today's Definition of Luxury
Fine jewelry designer Nina Runsdorf joins me in my New York City office for this week’s episode of Beauty Bosses! Nina has had a passion for the industry since she was young, creating her first jewelry collection in the kitchen of her parent’s upstate farm when she was just twelve years old. After working in the fashion industry for several years, she decided to return to her first love, jewelry.
Sade Strehlke talks PopSugar, Motherhood, and the Ever-Evolving State of Digital Media
Digital marketing maven and former editor-in-chief of PopSugar, Sade Strehlke, joins me in my New York City office for this week’s episode of Beauty Bosses! If you are listening to this podcast, you probably love all things beauty – and if you love all things beauty you are probably already a fan of PopSugar! But for those who might not be familiar – PopSugar is one of the largest online magazines
Savannah Engel talks Building Brands, Cultivating Communities, and Accidentally Starting Her Own Company
PR It Girl and CEO + Founder of Savi, Savannah Engel, joins me in my New York City office for this week’s episode of Beauty Bosses! Hailing from the Mississippi Delta, Savannah has made a name for herself as an NYC PR powerhouse. After getting her start as an intern for Michael Kors, Savannah moved on to Barneys, then back to Michael Kors, and finally, First Access Entertainment before foundi
Rachel Apfel Glass talks Founding Glosslab and Modernizing the Manicure
Rachel Apfel Glass, the founder of Glosslab, joins me in my New York City office for the latest episode of Beauty Bosses! Initially working in finance, Rachel sought out to reinvent the manicure experience by creating a nail salon that prioritized hygiene and offered customers a more enjoyable and efficient process. Rachel sits down with me this week to discuss her entrepreneurial journey to moder
Neff Davis Talks Anna Delvey, Emmy nominations, and a glamorous new career
Neffatari (Neff) Davis from Inventing Anna joins me in my New York City office for the 100th episode of Beauty Bosses! From working as a concierge at the luxury hotel where she befriended Anna Delvey, to being personally invited by Shonda Rhimes to be a consultant on the Netflix original series Inventing Anna, Neff has launched a career for herself in filmmaking and assisting one of the top NFL pl
Stef Dag talks Dating in NYC, Female Anatomy, and Other Taboo Topics
NY-based comedian, sketch writer, and Tik Tok personality Stef Dag joined me in my New York City office for the 99th episode of Beauty Bosses! A 2022 New York Comedy Festival “Creator to Watch” and writer of the popular Vogue series, “Everything You Need to Know”, I met Stef through filming for her upcoming documentary that aims to demystify uncomfortable subjects. This week we sat down in my offi
Mosheh from "Mo News" talks Current Events, Covid's Impact, and Chronological Reporting
Award-winning executive producer, journalist, and president of Mo News Mosheh Oinounou joined me in my New York City office for the latest episode of Beauty Bosses! From Fox News to Bloomberg to CBS, Mosheh is a TV news veteran who launched his own news company, Mo News, in 2020. Mo News was created to curate verified and balanced news and has built a highly engaged following of nearly 300,000 fol
Courtney Davis talks Stand-Up, Suburbia, and Stepford Wives
Comedian, Creative Director, and self-proclaimed “serial shopper” Courtney Davis joined me in my New York City office for the latest episode of Beauty Bosses! An NYC city girl turned certified Connecticut housewife, Courtney Davis is living the life most only dream of and taking her comedy and style along with her. Courtney sits down with me this week to talk about being a woman in comedy, gentle
Hannah Stella Talks Boating, "Chick Lit", and New York Society
Writer and social media personality Hannah Stella joined me in my New York City office for the official relaunch of Beauty Bosses! From “A day in my life as a New York City housewife” to setting sail on the open seas of the Caribbean, Hannah Stella has done it all and taken her audience along with her. Now back on dry land for a spell, Hannah Stella sits down with me to talk about all things etiqu
Gabby Bernstein Talks Meditation, Mindfulness, and Parenting
I was so honored to host the one and only Gabby Bernstein on Beauty Bosses this week. Gabby is a motivational speaker, host of the Dear Gabby podcast, spiritual guru, entrepreneur, and author of nine New York Times best-sellers. She uses her story and life experience to coach her audience through difficult situations. By incorporating practices such as mindfulness and meditation, Gabby has helped
Sweats and the City Talk Wellness, Cancel Culture, and Influencer Accountability
This week, I sat down with the dynamic duo, Elizabeth and Dale from Sweats and the City. They met their freshman year of college at the University of Michigan. Little did they know that they would be the founders of one of the most popular wellness and fitness platforms on Instagram. We talk about everything from running a business as best friends to the role of influencers in society, cancel cult
Ava Lee Talks Pursuing a Career in Beauty
Ava Lee, also known as Glow with Ava, is a beauty influencer that strives to marry the best skincare practices of the east and the west. After leaving her demanding job in finance two years ago, Ava decided to turn her passion for skincare into a full-time career. Ava and Dr. Devgan sat down to discuss everything from working in a male-dominated industry, building a skincare empire from the ground
Everything Pop Culture with Amanda Hirsch
Everything Pop Culture with Amanda Hirsch
Cynthia Rowley talks "pretty-meets-sporty"
Cynthia Rowley is a celebrated fashion designer, best-selling author, and host of her own podcast “Ageless.” She began her career in fashion while studying at the Art Institute of Chicago and since then she has made her mark in the industry with her brand’s signature look of pretty-meets-sporty.
Erin Parsons, Maybelline Global Makeup and Celebrity Artist
Erin Parsons is a Maybelline Global Makeup Artists who speaks candidly to Dr. Devgan in this episode of Beauty Bosses about how she started in the industry, how model Gigi Hadid supported her artistic journey, and her makeup tips. Tune in to hear a medical professional and makeup professional discuss the biology side of human features, the freedom to be beautiful on your own terms, and the minimal
Talking Brand Building and Botox with Tinx
For the first episode of season three of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Devgan sits down with TikTok Star star Tinx to chat about her early experiences with botox, and how she started building her brand through social media platforms.
Anne Mahlum, founder, owner, and CEO of [solidcore]
Anne M. Mahlum is a female entrepreneur who knows how to create and build with purpose…and she knows how to do it quickly. She is currently the Founder, Owner and CEO of a fast-growing boutique fitness company she founded in DC in 2013 called [solidcore]. In just 5 years, Anne has grown her company to more than 60 locations (entirely corporately owned) with more than 100,000 cl
Bina Palnitkar Patel, Trial Lawyer and Civic Leader
Bina B. Palnitkar is a trial lawyer whose practice focuses on resolving complex business and intellectual property disputes through litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution. Bina has a national and international practice that is tailored to the needs and expectations of her clients. She has broad experience handling breach of contract, trademark infringement litigation, anti-cou
Katie Sturino, body positivity activist and founder of MegaBabe
Katie Sturino is an entrepreneur, social media influencer, body positivity advocate and fierce animal activist. Through her personal platforms, @katiesturino and The12ishStyle.com, she lends her voice and personal style to raise awareness for size inclusivity, empowering women of all sizes to find their confidence and celebrate their style. Her regular content series, #SuperSizeTheLook and #MakeMy
Scopes & Scrubs, three med-school students living in NYC
On this podcast, Dr. Devgan chats with the girls of Scopes & Scrubs: Lindsey, Juliana, and Marisol. They are third year MD/PhD students living in NYC who started @ScopesandScrubs to share their experience in efforts to give exposure to MD/PhD programs and inspire others. Additionally, their goal is to make science/medicine fun and provide students with the resources to excel in the STEM fields
Dr. Juergen Frevert, Head of Botulinum Toxin Research at Merz Pharmaceuticals
Dr. Frevert studied chemistry at the Philipps-University, Marburg (Germany) where he got his PhD in biochemistry. In his thesis work, he investigated the biosynthesis of plant organelles and enzymes of fatty acid metabolism. After a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of California, Berkeley (USA), he started his career in 1983 at the Battelle Institute in Frankfurt (Germany). Between 1995 a
Jennifer Zuccarini, founder of chic lingerie brand Fleur du Mal
Jennifer Zuccarini is the founder and designer of lingerie and ready-to-wear brand Fleur du Mal. She studied Fine Arts in Montreal, after which she completed another degree in Fashion Design at Fashion Institute of Technology. She launched Fleur du Mal in 2012 with the goal to change the way women approach lingerie by creating pieces that can be worn every day. You can shop her collection at
Amanda Baldwin, President of Supergoop!
Amanda Baldwin is the President of Supergoop!, the first protective skincare brand that puts SPF at the forefront. The brand’s mission is to change the way the world thinks about sunscreen through its clean, feel-good, highly innovative formulas that are fun and easy to use daily—not to mention superpowered to shield your skin from the full spectrum of light and other aggressors. As President, Ama
Sarah Larson Levey, Co-founder and CEO of Y7 Studio
Sarah Larson Levey is the Founder and CEO of New York-based Y7 Studio. She is an innovator, entrepreneur, 200-hour registered yoga instructor, author, and certified Health Coach. After working in Fashion for five years, Levey launched Y7 at 26 as an answer to her personal desire for something other than the (very) traditional yoga practices offered. Since launching in 2013, the Y7 brand has expand
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