We recently connected with Arianna Hickman and have shared our conversation below.
Alright, Arianna thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. How did you come up with the idea for your business?
I’ve had eczema since I was little and always struggled finding products that worked best for me. When you have a skin condition and/or sensitive skin, it’s really hard finding products that will work for your skin type, work longer than one month or wouldn’t break you out. Back in 2020, I decided that since I couldn’t find products that worked I would just make them on my own.
I made my first batch of a variety of products and tested them out on my own for a few months. I took pictures during this time, and really saw a difference and that’s when I decided to help others just like me.
I launched my skin business, with a promise to only using natural ingredients. Doing this made sure that all skin types could use my brand and be 100% safe. All of my products have an Oatmeal and Aloe Vera Juice base, with carrier & essential oils.
I make every single product myself to make sure each batch is being made properly.
Running my business brings me so much joy, because I know that I’m helping so many people just like me. Giving them a sense of security and comfort!
Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.
I’m 23 years old, from Illinois and am currently working a full time job during the day, and running my business at night. I’ve always wanted my own business, but never knew exactly what to do. Since I struggle with eczema, the skin care business seemed like the perfect industry. I have hit a lot of bumps in the road during my journey, but I’ve never given up on my dreams.
I launched my skin business, when a promise to using natural ingredients only. Doing this made sure that all skin types could use my brand and be 100% safe. All of my products have an Oatmeal and Aloe Vera Juice base, with carrier & essential oils.
I make every single product myself to make sure each batch is being made properly. I focus on sensitive skin, Dry Skin, Acne, Blemishes, Removing Dead Skin Cells, Cleaning the pores, Skin Irritation, Itchiness and Redness. I cater to everyone, including Children!
I have a wide variety of products: Body Creams, Body Wash, Face Soaps, Moisturizers, Exfoliating Wipes, Beard & Hair Oil, Serums, Chapsticks, Beard Creams, Aftershave Cream, Shaving Cream and Body Scrubs.
Can you share a story from your journey that illustrates your resilience?
Starting a business from scratch without any knowledge is hard, and that was something I learned the hard way. I was teaching myself about the ingredients, formulas, production process, marketing and running a website. These are things that comes with trial and error, and also requires spending a lot of money!
I wasn’t receiving funding from the state, so everything came straight from my pockets! This was one of the biggest causes of me having to stop running my business. I hit a point where I had to choose between my bills or my business, and I obviously chose having a roof over my head.
During this few months of me taking a break, I constantly worked on creating new formulas, branding and updating my website. Even though I wasn’t physically running the business, I never gave up on improving the brand and the products. I spent eight months planning, and when the time was right I jumped back into what I loved the most!
Every since my relaunch, things have been so much better and more consistent. There was plenty of times where I wanted to just give up, but seeing how much good I brought people kept me going.
We often hear about learning lessons – but just as important is unlearning lessons. Have you ever had to unlearn a lesson?
I was always taught that failure was never an option. That’s something that I had to unlearn/register, because with running a business your definitely going to have moments of failure.
I had to learn that failing isn’t a bad thing but is a good thing. It teaches you what not to do, keeps you motivated to keep pushing, builds character and a stronger mindset.
I’ve been very grateful for every single failure or setback, because now I’m stronger and have more knowledge. When creating new products, I no longer have hesitations.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.naturesdrip.shop/
- Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/natures_drip
Image Credits
Myself ( Arianna Hickman)