In this episode of Her Beauty Regimen with Chanel, host Chanel Martin sits down with Cathy, the founder and CEO of Love Balunji, a vegan, handcrafted beauty brand rooted in her Ugandan heritage and the legacy of her late mother.

Cathy shares how grief sparked her purpose after losing her mother in 2019, leading her to create natural lip gloss and skincare products with clean, conscious ingredients. What began as a personal healing journey has grown into a soulful, mission-led brand committed to quality, transparency, and care.

The conversation dives deep into the reality of ingredient integrity, the rise (and controversy) of indie brands going corporate, and the decisions business owners face when legacy meets opportunity. Cathy also offers heartfelt advice for women starting their own beauty brands, and why staying grounded in passion—not profit—is the real key.

What listeners will hear in this episode: ● How personal loss led to the creation of Love Balunji ● Why clean, small-batch production still matters in a fast-beauty world ● Honest thoughts on indie brands selling to major corporations ● Her go-to product picks: rich body butter and signature non-sticky lip gloss ● Advice for aspiring beauty founders: start small, study hard, and lead with purpose

This episode is a raw and encouraging reminder that beauty isn’t just about the product — it’s about the heart behind it.

Connect with Love Balunji: Website: lovebalunji.com Instagram, Facebook, TikTok: @lovebalunji YouTube: @lovebalunji

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