The Beauty Manifest

The Beauty Manifest is a video podcast and platform hosted by Melinda Solares, Sephora Beauty Director, mental health advocate, and creator for honest conversation and storytelling that cuts through the BS. In addition to a candid behind-the-scenes look at the booming beauty industry and social media space shared by guests including brand founders, social media influencers, mental health professionals, and more, Melinda sheds light on healing modalities and speaks openly about her mental health experiences.

The Beauty Manifest is a arts podcast hosted by Melinda Solares, with 55 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Melinda Solares hosts The Beauty Manifest, a arts show with 55 episodes published.

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  Episode #59

  Wende Zomnir: Makeup as Self-expression & Founding Caliray and Urban Decay

  Sep 2, 202659 minS3

  Wende Zomnir created not one but two iconic brands: Urban Decay and Caliray. On this episode, she talks with host Melinda - former Sephora Beauty Director, mental health advocate, and professional speaker - about the ethos behind both brands, her interest in sustainability in the beauty business, and how the industry has changed. Wende talks about her unique approach to beauty and branding, from the irreverent Urban Decay to the “less makeup, more living” philosophy of Caliray. As a veteran beauty founder, she has a unique perspective on how to seize the moment and capture what the market needs. This conversation is full of business insights, but most importantly, of what makes life truly beautiful: dogs, family, meditation, and nature. Subscribe now and join the conversation as we redefine beauty together. Follow us: https://substack.com/@thebeautymanifest https://www.instagram.com/thebeautymanifest/ https://www.tiktok.com/@thebeautymanifest Follow Wende: https://www.instagram.com/wendezomnir/ https://caliraybeauty.com/

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  Episode #58

  Dr. Joyce Park: How Mental Health Relates to Dermatology & the Pressures of Being a Working Mom

  Jul 15, 20261h 2mS3

  On this episode of The Beauty Manifest, host Melinda - former Sephora Beauty Director, mental health advocate, and professional speaker - sits down with Dr. Joyce Park, board-certified dermatologist and the founder of Kerativ. Dr. Joyce shares her inspiring journey of understanding how mental health relates to her dermatology practice and the societal pressures of being a working mom. Dr. Joyce Park is a board-certified dermatologist and the founder of Kerativ. She practices at Skin Refinery and is known to millions as @TeaWithMD, where she shares science-based education on skin and hair health. She completed her undergraduate studies and medical school at Stanford, where she graduated with honors, and finished her dermatology residency at NYU. She was also the inaugural Stanford-NBC medical journalism fellow, where she gained experience at the World Health Organization and worked in the medical units at NBC and ABC News. Her work focuses on making medical information easier to understand and apply in everyday routines. In her clinical practice and through her online community, one concern came up consistently. Hair loss. Patients were often overwhelmed by options and unclear on what actually works. Many were looking for something straightforward, effective, and easy to stay consistent with. Kerativ came directly from that experience. It reflects how she approaches treatment in practice. Focus on the scalp, use clinically studied ingredients, and keep the routine simple enough to follow every day. Subscribe now, hit the notification bell, and join the conversation as we redefine beauty together. **This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any mental health condition. Listening to this podcast does not establish a therapist-patient relationship. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, please seek the advice of a licensed mental health professional. The information provided in this podcast is not a substitute for professional advice, and you use it at your own risk. We do not guarantee any specific outcomes or results from using the information provided. Edited by Nicolas Spearman: https://bit.ly/4eXMGqL

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  Episode #57

  Cheree Ashley: How Beauty & Mental Health are Intertwined & Overcoming Addiction

  Jul 1, 20261h 3mS3

  On this episode of The Beauty Manifest, host Melinda - former Sephora Beauty Director, mental health advocate, and professional speaker - sits down with Cheree Ashley, founder and CEO of Osier Wellness. Cheree shares her inspiring journey of overcoming addiction, shares how she sees beauty and mental health being related, and explores what it means to create influence. Cheree Ashley is the founder and CEO of Osier. As a prominent figure in the substance rehabilitation industry, I’ve spent the last decade building recovery programs that have helped thousands reclaim their lives. But something I often saw in my clients—and experienced myself—was the deep emotional toll that addiction takes on one’s physical appearance and self-worth. From rosacea, puffiness, and dehydration to the effects of skin picking and nutritional neglect, the journey to recovery can also be a journey back to self-love. That’s why I created Osier—a skincare and wellness brand rooted in balance, healing, and new beginnings. Subscribe now, hit the notification bell, and join the conversation as we redefine beauty together. **This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any mental health condition. Listening to this podcast does not establish a therapist-patient relationship. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, please seek the advice of a licensed mental health professional. The information provided in this podcast is not a substitute for professional advice, and you use it at your own risk. We do not guarantee any specific outcomes or results from using the information provided. Edited by Nicolas Spearman: https://bit.ly/4eXMGqL

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  Episode #56

  Esmeralda Hernandez: Building Family Legacy, the Sacrifice Mothers Make, & Living for Your Inner Child

  Jun 17, 202657 minS3

  On this episode of The Beauty Manifest, host Melinda - former Sephora Beauty Director, mental health advocate, and professional speaker - sits down with Esmeralda Hernandez, founder of Beauty Creations. Esmeralda shares her inspiring journey of building a family legacy from the ground up, reflecting on the sacrifices she and her mother made along the way and what it means to stay true to your inner child while chasing success. Esmeralda Hernandez is the founder and CEO of Beauty Creations, the Latina-owned, self-funded beauty brand known for high-quality, affordable cosmetics. Born in Mexico and raised in the U.S. by a single mother, Esme started her entrepreneurial journey at age 12, reselling Barbies at swap meets before moving into the beauty space and discovering her passion for accessible, luxury-inspired products. In 2016, she launched Beauty Creations to fill a gap in the market, offering inclusive, high-quality cosmetics at fair prices. The brand reached $75 million in revenue in 2025, sells in 47 countries, and operates a 92,000 sq-ft headquarters in Santa Fe Springs, CA. Recognized as a 2025 HOLA! Latina Powerhouse in Beauty and named to the 2025 Entreprenista 100, Esme's story is a powerful example of resilience, vision, and a mission to make beauty accessible to all. Subscribe now, hit the notification bell, and join the conversation as we redefine beauty together. **This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any mental health condition. Listening to this podcast does not establish a therapist-patient relationship. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, please seek the advice of a licensed mental health professional. The information provided in this podcast is not a substitute for professional advice, and you use it at your own risk. We do not guarantee any specific outcomes or results from using the information provided. Edited by Nicolas Spearman: https://bit.ly/4eXMGqL

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  Episode #55

  Kendra Kolb Butler: Building a Brand & Betting on Yourself

  May 20, 202659 minS3

  The Beauty Manifest host, Melinda, former Sephora Beauty Director, mental health advocate, and professional speaker, has a conversation with Kendra Kolb Butler, founder and formulator of Alpyn Beauty. They discuss Kendra’s impressive career in NYC, how she left to build her own brand, and what it means to bet on yourself. A move to Jackson Hole, WY, to open a beauty apothecary uprooted everything Kendra Kolb Butler knew from her 20-year career in clinical skincare. Even the most high performance formulas packed with clinically-proven ingredients were no match for her clients' high-altitude skin concerns, most notably extreme dryness. Kendra was determined to find a solution. It turns out, the solution was growing right in her backyard: Wyoming mountain plants with amazing survival instincts that have thrived for thousands of years despite the relentless climate. These mountain plants intuitively know how to bank moisture, concentrate nutrients and optimize life force. Their survivalist lifestyle inspired Kendra to infuse them into skincare formulas. Alpyn is the first skincare brand to sustainably hand-harvest mountain plants at their peak potency and punctuate their power with proven clinical actives. This wild-meets-clinical combination amplifies results and solves skin challenges at the deepest level. Subscribe now, hit the notification bell, and join the conversation as we redefine beauty together. **This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any mental health condition. Listening to this podcast does not establish a therapist-patient relationship. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, please seek the advice of a licensed mental health professional. The information provided in this podcast is not a substitute for professional advice, and you use it at your own risk. We do not guarantee any specific outcomes or results from using the information provided. Edited by Nicolas Spearman: https://bit.ly/4eXMGqL

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