How I Built This with Guy Raz Jo Loves: Jo Malone CBE (2020)
Aug 22, 2022
Jo Malone, the founder of Jo Malone London and Jo Loves, shares her inspiring journey from a 1970s London kitchen to a renowned fragrance empire. She discusses the impact of family dynamics and a life-changing cancer diagnosis on her identity and career. Jo reveals her innovative approach to scents, including unique products like a fragrance paintbrush. With resilience shining through, she emphasizes the importance of creativity and passion in her entrepreneurial path, highlighting her latest venture’s revival after setbacks.
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Unconventional Childhood
- Jo Malone's childhood involved her magician father, his rabbits, and a skincare expert named Madame Lubati.
- She grew up in public housing and struggled with undiagnosed dyslexia.
Tumultuous Family Life
- Jo's parents had a volatile relationship, frequently arguing about money and her father's gambling.
- Despite this, she loved them both and recognized her father's good intentions.
Introduction to Skincare
- Around age eight, Jo's mom began working for Madame Lubati, a skincare expert in London.
- Madame Lubati ran a private skincare clinic and was a prominent figure in the industry.