Join us for an exciting new episode of Life Curious Women as we sit down with Nicol Varona Cancelmo, the founder of Ocoa Beauty, a pioneering clean beauty brand for curly hair. Nicol shares her journey from personal hair struggles to creating products that simplify and enhance natural curls. Discover how Nicol's passion for natural ingredients and personal care transformed into a successful beauty brand that celebrates sisterhood and authenticity.

🌟 Key Highlights:

• The Birth of Ocoa Beauty: How personal experiences and curiosity led to the creation of a unique beauty brand.
• Brand Philosophy: The importance of clean, effective ingredients and a simplified hair care routine. More on what sets Ocoa Beauty apart from other curly hair brands.
• Challenges and Triumphs: Overcoming manufacturing setbacks and a global pandemic to bring Ocoa Beauty to life.
• Holistic Networking: How building genuine connections has been vital to Nicol's personal and professional growth.
• Investing in Yourself: Nicol's advice on the importance of self-investment and continuous learning.

Quotes:

• “We are our brand’s first customers; we knew exactly what the problems and challenges were.”
• “Invest in yourself first. You have to do the work yourself to become aware of who you are and what you want.”
• “Our community is all about sisterhood, sharing personal journeys, and supporting each other.”

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