Why Indie Beauty Is Dead—And What’s Replacing It with Nader Naeymi-Rad

Send us Fan Mail Nader Naeymi-Rad, Founder and Publisher of Beauty Independent , joins Lara Schmoisman to unpack the evolution of the beauty industry—from the death of indie beauty to the rise of professional founders, and what it really takes to build a brand that lasts. We'll talk about : Why the “indie beauty” label is outdated—and what founders need to focus on instead The harsh truth about brand exits, celebrity equity, and investor-backed hype How Nader accidentally launched a movement that changed the industry What really separates a brand from a collection of products Why founder stories matter —but only when they're earned How to know if you’re building something that lasts (or just playing dress-up) The professionalization of beauty entrepreneurship—and why “passion” is not a business plan For more information, visit Nader Naeymi-Rad's LinkedIn . Subscribe to Lara’s newsletter. Also, follow our host Lara Schmoisman on social media: Instagram: @laraschmoisman Facebook: @LaraSchmoisman Support the show

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