Cristina Brooks Potts

Cristina Brooks Potts, the founder of Authentic Ego, shares her inspiring journey of launching a skincare brand designed for hormonal and acne-prone skin. She reveals her research-backed approach, emphasizing problem-first R&D over marketing-driven formulas. Cristina discusses the initial $80,000 investment and her unique validation process using Reddit community insights. She also highlights the challenges of finding chemists and the importance of authentic organic marketing strategies. The conversation wraps up with her plans for future growth and product expansions.