Essential Ingredients Podcast 031: From Farm to Face: The Surprising Connection Between Culinary Trends and Cosmetic Innovations with Tamar Kamen
Clean Beauty Series
Episode Description:
“I'm excited to see what gets tested. There is an endless supply on this planet of products or sources that have not been tested yet. And I think there are entrepreneurial companies starting to find the next efficacious ingredient.” —Tamar Kamen
The intersection of food and beauty is redefining the future of skincare, as innovative brands harness the power of natural, edible ingredients to nourish skin from the inside out. From upcycled coffee grounds to hydroponic-grown botanicals, the beauty industry is undergoing a delicious transformation.
Tamar Kamen is an independent product developer in the beauty industry with over 20 years of experience, bringing her wealth of knowledge and passion for clean, sustainable formulations to the forefront of the conversation.
Tune in as Justine and Tamar talk about the rise of transparency and consumer education, the challenges and costs of sustainable packaging, the evolution of clean beauty, the innovations shaping the future of the industry, and more
Meet Tamar:
Tamar Lara Kamen is an award-winning beauty industry expert with a proven track record in product development and marketing. As a HERO PRODUCT MAKER and Beauty Industry Consultant, Tamar has collaborated with renowned brands such as Herbivore, Dune Suncare, Alpyn, Lion Pose, Glowbar, BoldHue, and Knesko. With a Bachelor of Arts in American Studies from Columbia University, Barnard College, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role.
Tamar's expertise spans product development, start-ups, new brand development, clinical skincare, consumer studies, pharmaceuticals, and more. She has held key positions, including Vice President of Product Development at Topicals, where she oversaw product development, education, marketing, and regulatory compliance. Tamar is also a member of WE ARE THE BOARD, contributing her insights and leadership to the beauty industry.
In addition to her professional achievements, Tamar is dedicated to animal welfare, volunteering as a foster mom, adoption counselor, and dog handler for Best Friends Animal Society and Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals. Her passion for innovation, strategy, and brand development makes her a sought-after consultant and fractional executive in the beauty industry.
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Episode Highlights:
02:17 Transparency and Consumer Education
06:47 Challenges and Cost of Sustainable Packaging
10:03 Consumer Thresholds and Product Preferences
16:03 The Role of Food in Clinical Beauty
19:10 Innovations in Upcycled Ingredients
24:02 The Future of Clean Beauty
28:25 Tips for Clean Beauty Founders