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014: The Truth About What You’re Really Putting on Your Skin with Roshanne Dorsett from The Glowcery

23 Dec 2025

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What if skincare worked more like nutrition — and less like ultra-processed food?That’s the thinking behind The Glowcery, the nutrient-dense skincare brand founded by Roshanne Dorsett.After years working in law — and struggling with her own skin — Roshanne began questioning what we’re actually putting on our bodies. What she discovered was an industry full of ultra-processed formulas, diluted actives, and confusing ingredient lists that leave consumers disconnected from their choices.So she decided to build something different.The Glowcery is a clean, plant-based skincare brand rooted in nutrient density, transparency, and wellness — treating skincare like nourishment, not a quick fix. In this episode, Roshanne shares how personal frustration turned into a purpose-driven beauty business, and why the future of skincare looks a lot more like self-care than surface-level solutions.Whether you’re into clean beauty, wellness-led brands, or founder stories that start with a real problem — this conversation is a grounded look at how the beauty industry is changing.In this episode, Georgie Brown and Roshanne discuss:Why most skincare products are closer to ultra-processed food than nourishmentRoshanne’s journey from law to skincare formulationWhat “nutrient-dense skincare” actually means — and why it mattersThe shift from beauty to wellness in consumer behaviourWhy understanding ingredients is a form of empowermentSustainability, transparency, and building trust in beautyWhat’s next for The Glowcery and its growing product range.Key Takeaways:Skincare should nourish, not overwhelm.The Glowcery prioritises nutrient-rich, plant-based ingredients that support skin health long-term.Founder pain points create better products.Roshanne built the brand after years of personal skin struggles and industry frustration.The beauty industry has a processing problem.Many big brands rely on diluted actives and filler ingredients.Wellness is reshaping beauty.Consumers want products that align with how they eat, live, and care for themselves.Transparency builds confidence.Understanding what’s in your skincare gives you autonomy and trust in your choices.Sustainability is non-negotiable.From formulation to packaging, The Glowcery is built with long-term impact in mind.Chapters / Timestamps:00:00 — Meet Roshanne & The Glowcery06:34 — What’s broken in the skincare industry12:17 — What nutrient-dense skincare really means17:31 — Formulation philosophy & product range20:40 — Community, sustainability & brand vision23:39 — Supporting other early-stage startups24:03 — What’s next for The GlowceryLinks & Resources:The Glowcery — Website | Instagram | TikTokDiscover Startups — TikTok | YouTube | Instagram | Newsletter

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