We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Andrea Oliver. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Andrea below.
Andrea, appreciate you joining us today. Let’s kick things off with your mission – what is it and what’s the story behind why it’s your mission?
As a young woman in high school at about the age of 16-17, I struggled with sensitive dry skin. Initially, I thought that my skin problems were due to hormonal changes. After trying every trick, tip and suggested skincare items in the book to subdue my blemishes and break outs, I found that nothing was working – In fact, my skin seemed to be getting worst. After consulting a pharmacist who ultimately suggested an over the counter allergy medication I began studying ingredients most common in skincare items on the market. What I found was astonishing. Most household skincare items catered to women especially contain hazardous chemicals that can cause allergic reactions, ailments, and even worst – cancer. I was no stranger to cancer as my mother passed away from colon cancer. I decided to further my research of skin by furthering my education professionally and becoming a licensed advanced esthetician specializing in skincare. I began utilizing my knowledge of skin, plants, and fruits to develop my own personal formula of all natural nourishing ingredients to solve my skincare needs. After building up my clientele by transforming peoples problematic skin into clear radiant skin, by switching them over to clean ingredients while educating them on the hazardous chemicals to stay away from I developed the title as the “skincare guru” . My mission is to warn others of the hazardous effects of these chemicals to the human body, mind, and eco system while helping others to achieve clear radiant skin naturally.
Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.
My name is Andrea, and I am a licensed skincare consultant. I gained clientele as an esthetician by digging deep into my clients skincare routines, items they were currently using, researching the ingredients in these items and educating them as to why they should switch over to a clean beauty product. After my treatments and facials with specialized customization catered to the individual, the results transformed my clients skin from blemish stricken and problematic skin to clear radiant skin in a natural way. After the Covid-19 pandemic, I was no longer able to see my clients due to face to face due to covid restrictions. So, I had to develop a way for my clients to still keep up with their skincare regime. I used the formula I created in high school of all natural non-toxic, vegan based, paraben and preservative free, cruelty free, and palm oil free plant based ingredients to create BOTANIXX. I am most proud of the fact that I have been able to develop my skincare brand dedicated to helping the environment by using recyclable and eco-friendly packaging and safe ingredients.
Are there any books, videos, essays or other resources that have significantly impacted your management and entrepreneurial thinking and philosophy?
Well, one of my favorite hobbies is to study history. More specifically, I tend to gravitate toward the intriguing story of Elizabeth I and her mother Anne Boleyn. Both women were born in a time governed by a society catering to men. Though Anne Boleyn would ultimately meet her untimely demised due to the hands of her own husband King Henry the 8th, she played a pivotal roll in transforming England into what some would say a progressive reformation. While King Henry the 8th would declare Elizabeth an illegitimate child and restore her to procession later on down the line – her endurance and dedication to her mission of progression, education, and expression would create a “Golden Era” for England none of which the like had ever been seen before. These stories of brilliant women in history help me to be determined and confident in my abilities to reach my goals far surpassing what’s expected from me. Although trials and obstacles can be present If I stay focused, resilient, and consistent I will be able to achieve anything I set my mind to.
Let’s talk about resilience next – do you have a story you can share with us?
As a little girl, I also had dreams of becoming a entertainer. I loved to sing. Unfortunately, I ran into some troubles that placed me in a vulnerable position to the person I was working closely with. I was about 18 at the time and he was 49. Through that experience along with other early childhood sexual trauma I became more rebellious as a late teen up until my early 20s. But, after doing some soul searching and healing, I was able to find myself and love who I am by embracing my “flaws and all” . More of my story could be found in the Youtube serious Soft white underbelly which has gained over a million views. Most people would have not been able to recover from such a lifestyle especially after the passing of my mother, and the lack of a present father. But I am here, thriving and doing well for myself.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.Botanixx.co
- Instagram: www.Instagram.com/botanixx.co
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/botanixx.co
- Linkedin: wwwLinkedin.com/in/aundreaxx
- Twitter: www.twitter.com/botanixxco
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-SKBgnSn68
Image Credits
Julia Sweettooth Cameron Ewart @Cle_kickit