Health Update: International Women’s Day: Women Leaders In Wellness – What Experts Say

March brings with it International Women’s Day, a moment to celebrate the women shaping industries, challenging norms, and building businesses rooted in purpose.

At The Chalkboard Mag, we’ve had the pleasure of spotlighting many incredible women founders in the wellness space over the years, especially through our Living Well series, where we dive into the rituals, philosophies, and personal journeys behind the brands we love.

From skincare pioneers and wellness entrepreneurs to physicians, bakers, and astrologers, these women are redefining leadership in the modern wellness world. Their stories are not just about building successful brands. They are about resilience, creativity, community, and the courage to build something meaningful.

In honor of International Women’s Day this month, we invite you to explore some of our favorite Living Well conversations with inspiring female founders and leaders below.

Molly Sims On Barrier Health, Balance, And Doing Less

Model, actress, and YSE Beauty founder Molly Sims has spent years refining what it truly means to care for skin from a place of balance rather than burnout.

In our conversation, Molly shares the moment that reshaped her skincare philosophy, her belief in protecting the skin barrier, and the gentle science behind her cult-favorite exfoliating pads.

→ Read the full Living Well interview with Molly Sims

Lauren Ireland And Marianna Hewitt On Building Summer Fridays

Before Summer Fridays became a skincare staple, co-founders Marianna Hewitt and Lauren Ireland built their brand by listening closely to their community.

In this Living Well interview, the duo reflects on the early days of influencer culture, why Jet Lag Mask resonated so deeply with customers, and how simplicity and trust still guide the brand today.

→ Read our Living Well interview with Summer Fridays founders

Amy Liu On Building Tower 28 And Redefining Clean Beauty

Founder and CEO Amy Liu created Tower 28 after struggling to find safe products for her eczema-prone skin.

Today the brand is the first makeup line fully approved by the National Eczema Association, setting a new standard for sensitive skin.

→ Read the full Living Well conversation with Tower 28 founder Amy Liu

Jena Covello On Ingredient Integrity And Agent Nateur

Founder Jena Covello built Agent Nateur after navigating her own health challenges, turning her personal healing journey into a mission to rethink clean beauty.

In our Living Well interview, she shares the ingredient standards behind the brand and the rituals that keep her grounded while building one of wellness’ most coveted beauty brands.

→ Read our Living Well interview with Agent Nateur founder Jena Covello

Carina Chaz On Clean Fragrance And DedCool’s Cult Scents

Founder Carina Chaz created the scent that would later inspire DedCool when she was just thirteen.

In this Living Well conversation, she shares the philosophy behind DedCool’s modern fragrances, from cult favorite MILK to the unexpectedly addictive Mochi Milk.

→ Read the Living Well interview with DedCool founder Carina Chaz

Carly Kremer On Propolis And Beekeeper’s Naturals

Founder Carly Kremer launched Beekeeper’s Naturals with a simple idea: upgrade the modern medicine cabinet using ingredients from the hive.

In our Living Well interview, she shares her daily propolis ritual and the surprising lessons bees have taught her about building a lasting brand.

→ Read our Living Well interview with Beekeeper’s Naturals founder Carly Kremer

Laurel Gallucci And Claire Thomas On Sweet Laurel

The founders of Sweet Laurel Bakery built their beloved grain-free brand around healing, friendship, and beautifully simple ingredients.

In this Living Well conversation, Laurel Gallucci and Claire Thomas share how a personal health journey and creative partnership helped shape one of the most recognizable wellness bakeries today.

→ Read the Living Well interview with Sweet Laurel founders

Dr. Robin Berzin On The Future Of Functional Medicine

As the founder of Parsley Health, Dr. Robin Berzin is redefining what preventative medicine can look like.

In this Living Well interview, she shares why so many people who look healthy on paper still feel unwell and the habits she protects to support energy, resilience, and long-term health.

→ Read our Living Well interview with Dr. Robin Berzin

Elissa Goodman On Graceful Aging And Gut Health

Holistic nutritionist Elissa Goodman has long been a trusted voice at The Chalkboard Mag.

In this Living Well conversation, she shares the most common mistakes people make when trying to improve their diet and the wellness philosophies that help support lasting vitality.

→ Read the full Living Well interview with Elissa Goodman

Hillary Peterson On True Botanicals And Plant Intelligence

Through True Botanicals, founder Hillary Peterson has spent the last decade showing how nature and science can work together.

In our conversation, she shares the philosophy behind the brand’s ingredient sourcing and the rituals that help her stay balanced as a founder.

→ Read the Living Well interview with True Botanicals founder Hillary Peterson

Amy Lea On Astrology, Human Design, And Self-Trust

Astrologer and Human Design analyst Amy Lea helps leaders reconnect with their most aligned selves.

In this Living Well conversation, she shares her journey from skeptic to guide and explains how astrology and Human Design can help people make more aligned decisions.

→ Read our Living Well interview with Amy Lea

Wildling Beauty Founders On Gua Sha And Slow Beauty

Wildling Beauty founders Gianna De La Torre and Jill Munson have helped bring gua sha and lymphatic skincare rituals into the modern beauty conversation.

In this Living Well interview, the duo shares the philosophy behind slow beauty and the skincare practices that support glowing skin from within.

→ Read the Living Well interview with Wildling Beauty founders

Indie Lee On Clean Beauty And Resilience

After recovering from a brain tumor diagnosis, Indie Lee rethought everything she was putting on her skin, eventually launching her namesake brand INDIE LEE.

In our Living Well interview, she reflects on resilience, intention, and the rituals that keep her grounded.

→ Read our Living Well interview with Indie Lee

Priscilla Tsai On Cocokind And Radical Transparency

Founder Priscilla Tsai built cocokind around transparency, affordability, and thoughtful ingredient sourcing.

In this Living Well conversation, she shares skincare myths, ingredient insights, and the cult-favorite moisturizer that helped define the brand.

→ Read the Living Well interview with Cocokind founder Priscilla Tsai

April Gargiulo On Slow Beauty And Vintner’s Daughter

Founder April Gargiulo launched Vintner’s Daughter with a philosophy rooted in craftsmanship and uncompromising quality.

In our Living Well interview, she shares her approach to slow beauty, sustainability, and the rituals that support mindful skincare.

→ Read the Living Well interview with Vintner’s Daughter founder April Gargiulo

May Lindstrom On Ritual Skincare

Founder and formulator May Lindstrom has built a devoted following through her luxurious, sensorial skincare creations, including the iconic Blue Cocoon balm.

In our Living Well conversation, she shares the rituals that shape her day and the inspiration behind her signature formulas.

→ Read the Living Well interview with May Lindstrom

Jenefer Palmer On OSEA And Marine-Based Skincare

Founder and Chief Seaweed Officer Jenefer Palmer helped pioneer the clean beauty movement through OSEA, a brand rooted in marine wellness.

In this Living Well interview, she shares the skincare philosophy and ocean-inspired rituals that have guided the brand for decades.

→ Read the Living Well interview with OSEA founder Jenefer Palmer