At Makari (“Beautiful” in Swahili), we believe in the gentle, nourishing and regenerating power of plants, minerals and marine ingredients. Our products are carefully formulated in Swiss laboratories where technologically advanced ingredients and a results-oriented focus have made Swiss skincare amongst the best, most luxurious and highest quality skincare in the world.
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EMMY AWARDS OUR MAKARI SKINFLUENCERS WE MEET
RAISING THE BAR
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ANDHOWTOTREATIT HYPERPIGMENTATION WHATIS
ROUNDUP
TREATYOURSKIN OCTOBER2021
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Interview w/ Ricardo Rojas
The Rise of Broken Women
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What is Carrot Oil
Ambassador Product Faves
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Emmys Roundup
MAKARI 's Afolami Oyenuga
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Sergio Hudson + Halloween
Naturalle Soaps
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Hyperpigmentation
What We're Loving
Interview w/ Jane Meadows
MAKARI 's Leah + Sustainability
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All About Glycerin
Interview w/ Matt Evers
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Interview
We met up with leading hairstylist Ricardo Rojas in NYC during Fashion Week and Met Gala to ask him all things haircare. We also wanted to know what prompted him to start his own haircare collection. Ricardo has worked with every celebrity on the planet from Eva Longoria, Katie Holmes, Adriana Lima to name but a few and has created his own signature collection of products, which are rich in amazing ingredients and make styling your hair e ortless.
I’ve participated in numerous events all over the world from fashion shows in Milan, such as Versace, Dolce & Gabanna, and in Paris with Chanel, Dior, Karl Lagerfeld, Galiano, etc. I worked on photoshoots for numerous brands like CROME HEARTs, starring Cher at le baccarats Hotel. I’ve also worked weddings like Mariah Carey’s in the Island Maldives when she renewed her vows with Nick Cannon. But I’ve especially loved traveling with Donatella Versace around the world to personally work for her during her shows in Milan and all over the world. WHAT ARE SOME OF THE BIG EVENTS YOU HAVE STYLED YOUR A-LIST CLIENTS FOR? I get so excited for any project - I treat each project with the same passion as if it were my first time! DO YOU FIND JOY IN HAIR DRESSING? WE HEAR YOU ARE EXTREMELY PASSIONATE. Cher, Adrian Lima, Hillary Swank, Tommy and the Hilfiger’s! WHO ARE SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE CELEBRITY CLIENTS? I love to dance and act. I also enjoy working out and traveling the world and food. WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR PERSONAL HOBBIES?
Born in Argentina, I started my hairdressing career at a very young age – 20, but before that, I had already found myself fascinated with Chiñons at the age of 4 and I used to play with my grandmother’s hair. At 8 years old I began cutting everyone’s hair in the family, from my siblings to my mom and eventually even my father although he didn’t want me to pursue hair styling. I never truly felt like hair was my ultimate passion – acting was! And dancing! While doing hair I would dance also focus on dancing but by the age of 20 I decided that I wanted to be the best stylist in my town and then someday the world! Crazily enough, I owned my first salon at 23 and at 27 I was flying to NYC to meet the legendary Oribe at the famous Elizabeth Arden salon. And that is how my career in the US started! WHAT IS THE ESSENCE BEHIND YOUR SIGNATURE HAIRCARE COLLECTION? HOW DID YOU START YOUR CAREER IN HAIR, AND DID YOU ALWAYS WANT TO BE IN THE BEAUTY WORLD? It was important to me that this collection be connected to my Argentinean roots so the collection of shampoos, conditioners, treatment mask, and my “must have” styling products which are all uniquely infused with Yerba Maté extract. It has healing properties that nourish both inside and the outside of the body as well as boosts essential vitamins, minerals and amino acids that add vitality to the hair. For the packaging, I chose red to signify the regalia of Tango dancers!
Want to take a peak into Ricardo’s world of hair? Follow him on IG: @ricardorojashaircare @hairbyricardorojas
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CARROT OIL
When it comes to oils in the skincare world, we typically hear about coconut, jojoba, argan and avocado but we rarely hear about carrot oil, which is actually full of skin and hair benefits. MAKARI has been using carrot oil in two of our highly rated lines, the Naturalle Carotonic and the Extreme Argan and Carrot Oil. It’s time to shed some light on the benefits of carrot oil and why it should be part of your skincare routine!
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WHAT IS CARROT OIL?
HOW TO USE IT ON SKIN? Like other oils, you can apply a healthy amount to the designated area and gently rub into your skin in both the morning and night. Experts highly recommend combining the carrot oil with a carrier oil such as olive oil or hazelnut oil and what’s really nice about it is that it’s meant for all skin types! One thing to keep in mind is that carrot oil is only used in small percentages in beauty products due to the fact that too much can tint your skin. It’s not just a myth! If you do plan on using a higher percentage of carrot extract, experts suggest using that higher dosage only in the evening as the exposition of sunlight and heat, the Beta Carotene can begin to tint your skin as oxidation begins.
Carrot oil is simple. Made from the crushed roots of carrots immersed in an oil such as coconut or olive oil. Next up is the process of cold-pressing, which separates the natural oils and liquid from the fiber of the carrot – therefore you won’t find carrot chunks in your skincare products. With roots tracing back to France, Greece, India, and Egypt, having been used to aid with digestion and soothe inflammation. Something to keep in mind is that carrot oil is not the same thing as carrot seed oil – one comes from the plant itself while the other comes from the seeds. Both products contain vitamins but they’re incredibly di erent.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS? Carrot oil is chock full of rich vitamins and antioxidants that provide several important benefits that will make you want to buy every carrot in a 5-mile radius! One of the most notable benefits of carrot oil is that it leaves your skin looking youthful, soft to the touch and calm! Vitamins A, B, C, D and E and Essential Fatty Acids BETA CAROTENE • Powerful antioxidant with anti-aging properties • Same compound that gives carrots that bright orange hue • Antioxidants repair cells and tissues in your body which have been damaged by free radicals • Cell regeneration occurs, meaning that healthier cells will rise to the service giving o a youthful glow Anti-inflammatory Properties Calm the Skin Ease forms of inflammation in your scalp as well (sunburn, dry skin, acne) Antibacterial Properties Help Combat Acne pimples and acne occur when pores become clogged with your skins natural oils, but carrot oil helps to pull out all that debris, leaving you wish cleaner and clearer skin.
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HOW TO USE CARROT OIL ON HAIR?
While the benefits of carrot oil on skin sound amazing already, it doesn’t stop there! Carrot oil can also be used in your hair care routine. In a sense, just as the oil keeps your skin looking young and healthy, it does the same for your hair! From hair growth and hydrating your hair and scalp to preventing hair loss and split ends, carrot oil will leave your hair silky smooth and moisturized. Recommended use is 1-2 times a week for those looking to strengthen, soften and protect their hair. Additionally, carrot oil is great for protecting hair from environmental pollution as well as eliminating any gross bacteria on the scalp that can cause dandru or prevent hair growth. While you can find carrot oil in lots of hair products, if you’re looking to treat your hair right, try applying carrot oil from your roots to the ends of your hair, massaging it into your scalp. Sleep with the oil in overnight and wash your hair out in the morning! It’s a great pre-shampoo treatment right at home!
IS CARROT OIL GOOD FOR HYPERPIGMENTATION? There are many essential and carrier oils that are highly recommended to treat hyperpigmentation and carrot oil is definitely one of them! As mentioned earlier, the high levels of the antioxidant Beta Carotene in the oil repair cells and tissues in our bodies that have been damaged by free radicals. Therefore, it removes the pigmentation and evens out your skin tone. While it is important to take care of your skin and treat hyperpigmentation, the 2 best ways to eliminate your chances of getting are by limiting your sun exposure and wearing sunscreen every day.
CARROT OIL PRODUCTS FROM MAKARI CAROTONIC LINE • Bar soap • Serum • Glycerin
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2021
Was pure perfection on her pale-yellow Dior gown, her platinum blonde hair actually looked like a perfectly coiled crown. Here porcelain skin was simply stunning and the Dior red lip the crowning glory. ANYA TAYLOR-JOY
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The 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards honored the best in television and we wanted to acknowledge our Makari best in beauty. It's so exciting that live events are back and in person and the beauty looks were stunning.
A winner of the night for ‘I May Destroy You’, she glowed in her lime green by Christopher John Rogers and also matched her eye makeup with a neon winged tip eyeliner.
We are so excited for Award’s Season!
ANGELA BASSETT
All hail the queen, this actress shone bright with her hot pink and black Greta Constantine gown. Her voluminous ponytail and smokey eye made this ensemble a showstopper indeed.
YARI SHAHIDI
This actress can do no wrong. At The Emmys, she didn’t disappoint with her natural hair top knot, she opted for subtle makeup, but her nails were bold red with gorgeous gems stones.
ELIZABETH OSLEN
Dressed in o white designed by her famous sisters Mary Kate and Ashely Olsen, was breathtaking and her beauty look flawless with rusted eye shadow tones
Simply stunning with a gorgeous example of matching your eye makeup to your gown, dressed by Dior and shimmered in green.
and finished with a muted mulberry lip.
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SERGIO HUDSON DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT We love this designer and have followed his career since he was on Bravo’s “Styled to Rock” – now he is a leader in luxury women’s fashion after launching his first Ready to Wear Collection in 2014. Who can forget Michelle Obama coming down the steps at the inauguration in that iconic Sergio Hudson burgundy suit! With awards season well and truly underway we cannot wait to see his pieces coming down the red carpets. “It was more than just another moment to build my brand,” says Hudson. “The moment was so important, especially with our new vice president. I went into the moment knowing how important it was for every Black woman in my life.” Hudson’s pieces are defined by his immaculate tailoring and sexy silhouettes, his clothes have been featured in endless high-end fashion editorial’s and on stars like Cindy Crawford, Demi Lovato, Queen Latifa, JLO and Beyonce to name but a few.
How to
Halloween makeup can be so much fun to put on but super stubborn when taking it o . from glitter to body paint to prosthetics – we got you covered! use these simple hacks to make halloween makeup removal a little less spooky! Use an oil-based remover for fake blood, prosthetics, adhesives, and waterproof paints. 1 and soothe skin. 2 Use baby oil for lingering stains and tints. 3 Use coconut oil to remove makeup
fake lashes to loosen the glue. 4
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product in your brows. 5 chunky body glitter. 6
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We all have blemishes – beauty marks, moles, spots, etc. – they’re part of what make us who we are. But sometimes we get larger spots, patches even, of a darker tone. Those aren’t freckles or moles, it’s hyperpigmentation. Let’s break it down. Hyperpigmentation is the over production of brown pigment melanin in your skin, and while it’s important to be aware that it is usually harmless, it can come about for a number of reasons:
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• Inflammation • Sun exposure • Melasma • Medical conditions or medication
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Inflammation can be set o by several things – from eczema, acne, bug bites, and even scrapes. But the inflammation truly begins when too much friction or pressure is applied, and the pigment-producing cells begin to overwork, and which eventually leads to a dark spot being left behind. Sun exposure is the most common way to develop hyperpigmentation. It’s as simple as spending too much time in the sun or not wearing sunscreen. The sun’s rays can do serious damage to your skin as it produces extra melanin to try to protect you from the UVA and UVB rays. And that, is how we tan. And while tanning may seem like a fun summer activity, there’s a fine line between laying out in the sun here and there with high levels of SPF lathered all over your body and using tanning oil to lay out in the sun for an excessive period of time. Therefore, sunscreen should always be an essential part of your skincare routine, even if you’re spending limited time outside. Melasma comes about for a completely di erent reason. Pregnancy. Bringing life into this world can lead to melasma, which is also referred to as ‘the mask of pregnancy’ since hyperpigmentation is known to appear on the face and body. Melasma can be triggered by sun exposure, genetics, and hormonal changes. Lastly, some medical conditions and medication can cause hyperpigmentation. Addison’s disease, an adrenal gland disorder can cause dark spots and certain drugs, including antibiotics, and chemotherapy can as well. Hyperpigmentation, no matter the cause, can make one feel insecure and we at Makari want to provide everyone with the chance to feel beautiful and like their best self. That’s why we take hyperpigmentation seriously. We have several products for tackling those spots, leaving you radiant!
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MEET JANE This month, we’re starting our new monthly feature, the ambassador spotlight! Our first feature is on Jane Meadows, who has been with Makari since 2018! Living in Buckinghamshire, UK, Jane works as a skincare and minimalist fashion content creator as well as a YouTuber! But that’s not all, she’s also a digital business analyst in the tech world! We’ve asked Jane a few questions about herself, and we can’t wait for you to learn more about her!
WHEN WHEN DID YOU START USING MAKARI? I started using MAKARI in 2018. HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT MAKARI? From other people who have used and LOVED the products. DO YOU HAVE KIDS? I have 3 lovely teenage children. IF STRANDED ON A DESERTED ISLAND, WHAT 3 THINGS WOULD YOU TAKE WITH YOU? Sunscreen, Phone, and Apples.
1 FUN FACT ABOUT JANE I always look out for funny memes and videos. I love a good laugh! Lol!
WHAT’S YOUR SKINCARE ROUTINE? At night, I always double cleanse, and I use Makari exfoliating soaps or the 24K gold soap which I find pleasantly moisturizing. I then moisturize with the 24K rose gold illuminating serum. It is one of my favorites! It hydrates my skin more than any other serums I’ve used before. In the morning, I use less skincare products. I cleanse (no double cleansing) then I tone and apply the Makari face sunscreen which is absolutely moisturizing.
AT WHAT AGE SHOULD START LOOKING AFTER THEIR SKIN?
I would genuinely say as early as possible. Teenagers should be taught basic skincare routine of cleanse, exfoliate, tone, moisturize and sunscreen. However, from 20s, one must start adding a bit of anti-aging products into their routine.
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This Glycerin moisturizer conditions, hydrates, softens, and rejuvenates the appearance of skin texture and helps fade stretch marks, blemishes and spots while reversing signs of damage giving skin a lustrous glow. EXTREME ACTIVE INTENSE TONE BOOSTING BODY GLYCERIN
• Diminishes spots & stretch marks • Hydrates and softens
• Brightens & even tones complexion • Body only
How to use:
• Use every other day/night • Mix with the Extreme Active Intense Tone Boosting Body Milk • Apply to damp skin to seal in moisture • Use sunscreen to prevent future hyperpigmentation Key ingredients: • Organiclarine: A proprietary & non-chemical skin brightener • Argan Oil: Hydrates & softens skin • Carrot Oil: Smooths skin & provides antioxidant protection • Vitamins C&E: Protects against free radicals & improves skin texture
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Fade hyperpigmentation with Exclusive Toning Glycerin. This formula binds moisture into skin, rejuvenating texture for healthier-looking appearance. Infused with our exclusive brightening complex, the toning glycerin helps fade body discolorations such as liver spots, scars, and marks creating a more radiant and youthful complexion. EXCLUSIVE TONE BOOSTING BODY GLYCERIN:
• Hydrates & increases suppleness • Moisturizes & softens
• Lightens discolorations • Enhances radiance • Body only
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• Use every other day/night • Mix with the Exclusive Tone Boosting Body Milk • Apply to damp skin to seal in moisture • Use sunscreen to prevent future hyperpigmentation Key ingredients: • Organiclarine: A roprietary non-chemical skin lightener • Carrot Oil: Smooths skin & provides antioxidant protection • Citric Acid: Lightens & improves skin's texture & tone
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founder of The Rise of Broken Women
When trying to combat homelessness in our cities and towns, there is no one more qualified to spearhead the process than those who have experienced it firsthand. I am one such person, and this is the system I have created.
Over the past 2 months, we at MAKARI have had the absolute pleasure of getting to know Charlee Newman, the founder of The Rise of Broken Women, a nonprofit dedicated to helping women and their families leave the cycle of poverty. Charlee is incredibly kind and passionate about her work and the work that she does is essential.
My system is designed to aid and empower. It consists of three primary steps:
• Supply to survive • teach to create, • and finally, connect to re-erect
I am Charlee S. Newman, Founder, Creator, and Visionary of the Rise of Broken Women.
The initial stage of rebuilding the broken is ensuring their survival by utilizing financial and material donations to supply their everyday needs. Only when you aren’t worried about where your next meal or necessity will come from are you able to take the next steps in your journey.
It all started when I found myself living on the streets of New York City for three days. I Would stand in front of this Chinese Restaurant because the businesspeople would drop their doggy bags into the trashcan. I would collect what they discarded for lunch and dinner. Eventually registered myself at a drop-in center where I lived for two years. These were the worst days of my life. I felt afraid of my surroundings, I was in constant fear, totally humiliated, deeply ashamed, angry, hurt and very alone. When you’re unable to keep yourself clean on a consistent basis, this destroys confidence, self-esteem, and some of us give up on life. Not only keeping yourself clean but keeping your clothing clean as well. Most of had no change of underwear or wore no underwear. We lacked basics like socks, outerwear, and toiletries. The dream that God sent me after all I had been through was that I am alive because He was preparing me for this intended purpose, He intended for me to continue. This was so brilliantly portrayed as an artist painting a portrait with pain and a slight sigh of relief. The relief I would feel, would be the drastic steps I would have to take by creating what I captivated in the dream that I saw. I was to start this venture alone by sharing my journey where I’ve been and what I intend to do with the knowledge I’ve gained. Through care, hope and support I would try to reverse some of the pain, the separation from life, which leads to isolation, depression and segregation – all things that I had felt. After a while you become invisible. No one hears or sees you because they don’t want to be involved. I have seen how the system failed me and my fellow women. Now, I use my time to ensure that homeless and low-income women and their families get what they need to rise above their circumstances and live their best lives. Because I am the Rise of Broken Women.
The second stage the Rise of Broken Women focuses on is the education of homeless, impoverished, and at-risk women.
I started the Work Reacclimating Internship Program, a workshop for basic computer training. This sixteen-week program will help these women build in-demand skillsets that are necessary for the modern workplace and are attractive to potential employers. Through monetary aid from corporate and individual donors, we are able to provide essential training in a variety of fields, all necessary to the community. That makes these women feel relevant. It gives them confidence. It allows them to look to the final stage: connecting. The second half of our internship program is dedicated to helping the members of our program build their resumes, learn how to conduct themselves during interviews, and search for jobs. Using our network and the connections our interns have made for themselves, they are able to re-connect with the community and rebuild their lives. By using this structure, by giving these women and their families the chance they deserve, we can break the cycle of poverty while strengthening our communities and bringing the forgotten back into the fold.
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Product Favorites
Makari BÉBÉ 2-in-1 Cleansing Milk: Rereloluwa I love this product so much because it is mild and very moisturizing. It also soothes all types of skin without irritation. The result of using this product is clear and milky skin with its very nice smell.
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24k Rose Gold Illuminating Body Milk:
Carotonic Extreme Glow Renewing Face Cream SPF15: This product has helped in clearing my sunburn and preventing me from having new ones. It keeps my face moisturized and soft all day.
Extreme Argan and Carrot Toning Face Gel: Due to hereditary, I had very dark under eyes which even showed when I put on makeup. Thankfully the gel has faded the dark circles around my eyes making me feel more confident in my skin without makeup. Carotonic Extreme Glow Renewing Face Cream: The face cream feels really light on my oily skin and makes me not worry about exposure to the sun due to its SPF I love the 24k body milk so much. I had a lot of insect bites and freckles around my chest area and interestingly, the lotion was able to fade it especially my freckles making it blend into my skin tone nicely. content. A little of this cream goes a long way to give me the full coverage I need to stay moisturized the whole day. It's also faded my acne scars too. Makari has indeed changed my skincare game.
Carotonic Extreme Body Lotion SPF15:
Makari BÉBÉ Softness Baby Oil:
Naturalle Carotonic Extreme Body Glycerin: This is particularly my favorite because I can use it without my body lotion and I’m good to go. It helps to moisturize my skin, leaving it soft and radiant all day. I am very skeptical about the products I use on my skin, and I can testify that using this body lotion has helped brighten my skin without causing any harm to it.
I love this product so much because its multipurpose - I can use it for my body and for my hair. It moisturizes the scalp with its gentle feel. It’s also very good for the body because I can use it when I feel like my skin is dry. It soothes every skin color and complexion with its nice smell.
Makari BÉBÉ Hair and Body Foaming Gel:
As the name describes, it also works for hair and body. It’s very gentle on the skin and scalp as it cleanses well. It is also very foamy. It has a very great smell and it’s very suitable for every skin and scalp.
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Body Brightening Beauty Milk Premium: I love this product because it is lightweight and super hydrating!
Luxurious Exfoliating Body Wash: It makes my skin feel well exfoliated and also helps to keep it moisturized for many hours. I saw a di erence within three days of using it.
Velvet Rose Body Butter: This product was the best choice for me because after it treated my cellulite, I began to love my body more as my skin became firmer and started to glow! Duo Pack Premium Kit: I love this product so much because it truly makes your dark spots vanish and your skin will be as clear and smooth as glass!
Makari Facial Sunscreen SPF 46:
Radiant Body Beautify Milk:
24k Rose Gold Illuminating Spot Treatment: I absolutely love this because it doesn’t live any white cast on my skin and keeps it protected from the sun. As the name describes, it also works for hair and body. It’s very gentle on the skin and scalp as it cleanses well. It is also very foamy. It has a very great smell and it’s very suitable for every skin and scalp.
24k Rose Gold Illuminating Spot Treatment Serum: This beautifying milk is great; it helps with evening the tone of my skin. I love how it gives my skin a natural glow! As someone who has dealt with acne for so many years, this serum leaves my
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in 2020, Authority Magazine Interviewed Afolami Oyenuga, our main distributor of Makari Products in Nigeria and the chairman of Kuddy Cosmetics International Limited. Afolami spoke on the beauty industry in terms of changes it's facing, how to feel beautiful and he began his company, Folami Integrated Concepts. We love the article so much that we had to share a snippet of it! Read the full article!
INCLUSIVITY As pioneers in inclusivity, it is exciting to see other large beauty brands increasingly catering to more underserved demographic categories whether that is people of color -like our brand Makari de Suisse-, grooming products, or gender-neutral beauty products. While there is still a lot of work to be done and there are many demographics that still seem to have been “forgotten” by the beauty industry, the progress made in the past years towards inclusive beauty is definitely remarkable. CAN YOU SHARE 3 THINGS THAT MOST EXCITE YOU ABOUT THE MODERN BEAUTY INDUSTRY? 1 CLEAN BEAUTY/CUSTOMER EDUCATION As our customers become more ingredient-savvy and the information about the best ingredients and formulations becomes readily available to everyone, beauty brands must quickly adapt to the new standards and pay more attention than ever to potentially harmful or unnecessary ingredients. 2 INFLUENCER ENGAGEMENT Our partnerships with macro and micro-influencers who genuinely love the brand and are willing to share useful tips and best practices with their followers is definitely a game-changer. Seeing the positive results that our products have had in their skin has been key to building the confidence level to purchase our brand for new consumers. This is why we only partner with influencers who regularly use Makari, while we want the exposure, we also want it to be as genuine as possible. These partnerships are key especially for smaller and indie brands who may not have the funds to launch massive marketing campaigns like the top beauty players. 3
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NATURALLE SOAPS
MULTI-ACTION SOAP For Sensitive to Dry Skin
• Cleanses and detoxifies skin. • Smooths and softens rough, dry skin. • Normalizes oil levels in skin. • Evens tone and enhances radiance. BENEFITS
• Use morning and night. • Massage gently in circular motions and rinse. • Dry face and follow with Toning Serum. INSTRUCTIONS
• Vegeclairine: A non-chemical, proprietary blend of botanical brightening agents. • Sweet Almond Oil: Relieves dry, itchy and irritated skin. • Argan Oil: Eases inflammation and moisturizes skin. INGREDIENTS
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CAROTONIC SOAP
Combination, Oily and Acne-prone Skin Types
• Cleanses and detoxifies skin. • Heals and treats acne. • Balances oil levels in skin. • Promotes even toned radiance. BENEFITS
• Use morning and night. • Massage gently in circular motions and rinse. • Dry face and follow with Toning Serum. INSTRUCTIONS
• Vegeclairine: A non-chemical, proprietary blend of botanical brightening agents. • Carrot Oil: Smooths skin and provides antioxidant protection. • Apricot Seed Extract: Firms, tones, and nourishes skin. INGREDIENTS
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INTENSE SOAP For Dry to Normal Skin
• Cleanses and detoxifies skin • Soothes dry, damaged skin • Improves skin texture • Evens tone and boosts radiance BENEFITS
• Use morning and night. • Massage gently in circular motions and rinse. • Dry face and follow with Toning Serum INSTRUCTIONS
• Vegeclairine: A non-chemical, proprietary blend of botanical brightening agents. • Shea Butter: Relieves dry, itchy and irritated skin. • Apricot Seed Extract: Firms, tones, and nourishes. INGREDIENTS
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WHAT WE’RE LOVING
We Fall For It
We love the spirit of fall and the comfort that comes with joyful experiences with friends and family. We also love seasonal treats and that’s why we’re so excited for Starbucks’ brand-new Apple Crisp Macchiato! Tastes like Thanksgiving dessert, crunchy leaves, a cozy sweater, and warm apple cider rolled into one.
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Spiced Pumpkin Latte Voluspa Diffuser Longer lasting than candles, essential oil di users can leave your space smelling delightfully fragrant. We simply adore this spiced pumpkin latte di user from Voluspa – how can you say no to such a yummy scent?
The curtains are opened on Broadway with shows like Hamilton, Wicked, Chicago and The Lion King! This makes us so happy and especially for the actors and theatre sta who were o work for so long. We go to a theater for catharsis. Literally that’s what we go for: to be in communication with each other, hear a story in the dark and experience catharsis, “Hamilton” creator Lin-Manuel Miranda. “For a while, it wasn’t safe to do that. And it's safe to come back now the protocols we have in place.” “
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Mini Ice Cream Cones Pumpkin Ginger
If you’re looking for the perfect intersection between mystery and comedy, Only Murders in the Building is a MUST! Three strangers share and obsession with true crime and suddenly find themselves wrapped up in one. When a grisly death occurs inside their exclusive Upper East Side apartment building, the trio suspects murder and employs their precise knowledge of true crime to investigate. With a great cast including Selena Gomez, Martin Short and Steve Martin, you’ll definitely find the show not only extremely witty and funny but intense as well - thanks Hulu!
Now if you’ve been to Trader Joe’s, you know that the mini cones are a must buy. But are you ready for the fall ice cream of your dreams? You can now find the Mini Hold the Cones in Pumpkin Ginger! The cone itself is ginger flavored, the ice cream pumpkin and the hard shell is That definitely screams fall to me!
Starring: Steve Martin, Martin Short, Selena Gomez, Aaron Dominguez, Amy Ryan Creators: Steve Martin, John Ho man
TVMA - Comedy, Mystery TV Series 2021
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I started out doing sales and then eventually moved up to Sales Director over the past 15 years. I got to experience firsthand how MAKARI has changed so many lives by giving our clientele the best of the best for every skin type and skin concern. YOUR FAVORITE PART ABOUT WORKING IN THE SKINCARE WORLD? Don’t choose your products based on your friend’s regimen, everyone has a di erent skin type. 1. Apply Sunscreen every day. 2. 3. Be Patient, don’t rush the process. WHAT ARE SOME IMPORTANT SKINCARE TIPS YOU’VE LEARNED FROM WORKING AT MAKARI?
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Years w/ MAKARI and Role: 15, O ce Manager. Hometown: Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY Favorite TV Show: Curb Your Enthusiasm Fun Fact: She has never missed a train to work.
WHAT'S A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN OFFICE MANAGER IS LIKE?
Extremely busy, I get pulled in many di erent directions and I wouldn’t want it any other way, because I love what I do.
Anything that has Carrot oil in it. Extreme Carrot & Argan Line & Naturalle Carotonic Line. WHAT DO YOU SELL THE MOST?
HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE MAKARI CUSTOMERS?
TRAVEL GOALS?
LOYAL! MAKARI's success is a gift from our loyal customers. Since the beginning, I got to meet so many incredible returning customers that have made an impact in my life. Forever grateful.
My dream is to travel to every country where MAKARI has a presence. Especially Nigeria, UK, Ghana, and Kenya.
Use a reusable co ee cup for your ca eine kick, many cafes now o er discounts to customers who use those.
At lunchtime ditch the plastic silverware and bring your own to use.
Here at Makari we have sustainable packaging but want to do more! We’ve decided to share some tips on helping the environment, some of which we’re going to implement into our o ce! There is no planet B so if we act now and do our best, we can protect future generations, as they say every little bit helps and we can all do this together.
Choose nontoxic chemicals we don’t need these in our waterways.
Eat less meat.
Bike or walk more and drive less.
Use long lasting light bulbs.
YOU can make a di erence:
Don’t buy fast fashions.
Use reusable bags where you can.
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Interview
Matt Evers is an American pair skater, model and actor. He is the 1998 U.S. Junior Pairs Figure Skating Champion, and has competed in every series of the UK hit ITV’s Dancing On Ice.
I started skating when my grandfather got me a pair of ice skates when I was 8 as my cousin and I used to sneak over to the neighbor’s pond and try and skate with our aunts and uncles skates in the winter… that Christmas we woke up to our own pair of skates and he had flooded one of the back pastures and made us our own ice rink. HOW’D YOU GET INTO ICE SKATING? 8 years old I started skating however I didn’t really start taking lessons till I was 9 and made my first national competition when I was 14 and then was 5th in the world by 18. AT WHAT AGE AND WHERE?
HOW DID YOU FIND YOURSELF ON DANCING ON ICE IN THE UK?
To be honest I don’t know how I got the job. I was working as an actor on General Hospital at the time and SAG went on strike the summer of 2005. Randomly I got a call from a producer in England asking me if I’d like to come to London and teach a celebrity how to skate and then perform with them on a new type of tv show. I had never been to the UK before and as I was out of work, I thought it would be something cool to do…. little did we know that show would be a smash hit and 15 series later I still love what I do.
WHO WAS YOUR FAVORITE SKATING PARTNER ON THE SHOW?
Apples to Oranges really… they are all unique in their own way however teaching Heather Mills-McCartney (Pauls ex-wife) who is an amputee how to skate was pretty incredible. Getting to teach Pamela Anderson and perform with her albeit a short stint on the show due to a trip and a wardrobe malfunction was pretty awesome. Living in Malibu and rubbing elbows with her über famous friends was definitely a highlight. Getting asked to be the first same sex partnership, I knew was going to be a huge responsibility not only personally, but for the LGBTQ+ community. I was so honored that the network asked me to take on a partnership like this. For the first time in decades I was actually quite nervous for how it was going to be perceived. I didn’t want anyone to feel like “gay” was being shoved in their face…. however, through my research I found that its very common in the ballroom world that same sex partners compete with each other. Training another man was just like training a woman and the performance side was exactly the same. Physically I didn’t find it di cult at all and I can say it’s one of my proudest moments of my career and life. We received messages from people all over the world saying thank you…. (Even got a beautiful DM from Michelle Visage) . ALONG WITH IAN “H” WATKINS, YOU WERE THE FIRST SAME-SEX COUPLE TO SKATE ON THE SHOW, WHAT WAS THAT LIKE?
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I got in to video pretty much straight out of high school. I always had a little crappy video camera and would set up scenes or behind the scenes stu WAY BEFORE social media. After I quit competing and before I moved to Los Angeles I was a Production Assistant at the old ABC sports. I’ve always found television is a passion of mine and using my skating contacts got a job straight away out of the sport. This led to me learning the production industry and then into assistant directing and directing over the past 20 years. To date I think I’ve associate directed over 150 made for tv sports entertainment shows like Brian Boitano Ice specials or any of the holiday skating shows you might have seen previously. FROM BROADWAY, TO MODELING TO ICE SKATING YOU’VE LED MANY LIVES! BUT WHAT OUR READERS MIGHT NOT KNOW IS THAT YOU ARE THE BRAINS BEHIND OUR LATEST SHOOT! HOW DID YOU GET INTO VIDEOGRAPHY? Yes…video and storytelling through video is a passion of mine. We know longer use photo albums to look back at memorable times so I really try and create the best out of what is happening on a shoot if I’m shooting BTS. I also shoot and direct loads of actors, models, hosts and real estate. IS IT A SIDE PROJECT/PASSION OF YOURS?
I do actually…I look after about a dozen brands in the UK creating content for them. DO YOU DO IT IN THE UK AS WELL?
At the minute my goal is continue working both in the UK and the US. As much as I love London, California will always be my home though…. growing up in Minnesota and North Dakota I just have to be in the sun and near the beach. I typically spend about 6 months a year in the UK so I guess I have the best of both worlds. IN THE UK OR DO YOU HOPE TO MOVE BACK TO THE STATES IN THE FUTURE? YOU’VE LIVED ON BOTH THE EAST AND WEST COASTS AS WELL AS CURRENTLY LIVING IN THE UK – DO YOU PLAN TO STAY Oh, good question, I do get this quite a bit and I guess you can never really predict a trend as now how things go viral literally changes by the day and the platforms are constantly changing their analytics however I am getting a lot of info about Instagram is going to really be pumping a lot of attention in to video and not just the typical grid still shot. TikTok has really changed the face of social media. Facebook now even has a new content creators’ corner which is a fantastic tool to use if you need help and or wanting some tips. It definitely keeps me on my toes trying to keep up with the ever-changing face of social media. YOU ALSO HAVE A KNACK FOR SOCIAL MEDIA – WHAT ARE SOME STRONG TRENDS YOU SEE POPPING UP FOR FALL?
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