In this episode, we host Katonya Breaux, the founder of Unsun Cosmetics, a pioneering company that has created a sunscreen specifically for people of color. Katonya shares her journey from identifying a personal need to successfully disrupting the beauty industry. She also discusses the challenges faced in marketing a sunscreen brand to people of color and emphasizes the importance of educating customers about the distinctions between mineral and chemical sunscreens. This episode offers a deep dive into the philosophy of Unsun Cosmetics and its significant impact on the beauty industry.
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