Rodial is a luxury beauty brand founded by Maria Hatzistefanis in 1999, a London-based entrepreneur and bestselling author. Driven by a vision to create targeted, results-driven products, she identified a gap in the market for skincare solutions that deliver both instant and long-term benefits. With no external investment, Maria built the brand from a small backroom operation, and today, Rodial is a global powerhouse, sold in over 10,000 stores across 35 countries. The brand’s iconic products, including Bee Venom, Dragons Blood, and the Banana Lowlighter, have earned a cult following, revolutionizing the beauty industry. Celebrating 25 years of innovation, Maria continues to be a champion for self-funded businesses and serves as a mentor on Dragons’ Den, where she shares her expertise in building a profitable, independent business.

In this episode, Maria also discusses:

Rediscovering her passion and creativity after getting fired in banking
The gap in the market 25 years ago in skincare
Their pandemic viral makeup secret- Banana Lowlighter
Self-funding a brand and what it entails
Their iconic Dragon’s Blood Sculpting Gel

We hope you enjoy this episode and gain valuable insights into Maria’s journey and the growth of www.us.rodial.com. Don't forget to subscribe to the Glam & Grow podcast for more in-depth conversations with the most incredible brands, founders, and more.

Be sure to check out Rodial at www.us.rodial.com and on Instagram at @grownalchemist

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