I’ve spent nearly a decade establishing a career in the beauty industry — an industry that is lacking diversity and has traditionally highlighted a very specific aesthetic as it relates to leadership, whether at a massive company or an indie brand.
But I don’t fit that mold. I’m a woman of color and a member of the LGBTQ community. And now that I’m building my own brand within the world of beauty — a sustainable, luxury skincare line called Common Heir — I’m hyper-focused on creating an inclusive operation. Not because optically it looks good, but because it’s crucial to the success of our business — and of any brand hoping to stand the test of time.
