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Interview with Jan Marini, President and CEO of Jan Marini Skin Research, Inc.

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Recently, I was blessed with the opportunity to interview Jan Marini, the president and CEO of Jan Marini Skin Research, Inc. In addition to her success as a businesswoman, Ms. Marini is also a leading educator, innovator and skin care product researcher, and her efforts have been showcased everywhere in the national arena from The New York Times to People magazine to Vogue. Thank you, Ms. Marini, for sharing your time with us!

On your website, it says that you have been in skin research for 35 years. What made you decide to start your own company?
When I first began in product research, my focus was primarily on ingredients. I did a lot of lecturing to Medical professionals, skin care professionals and consumers, to educate them regarding what effects, if any, a particular ingredient or technology might have. As time went on, I developed associations with physicians, scientists and researchers world wide. I began to focus more and more on identifying breakthrough and emerging technologies. It was a natural progression toward marketing those technologies along with my own proprietary developments.

What is the Jan Marini product of which you are most proud?I don’t necessarily think I am most proud of a particular product. However, I take tremendous pride and satisfaction in having developed topical agents and systems that address many common skin concerns such as acne, rosacea, lines and wrinkles, discoloration and hair loss. Our products are used by thousands of physicians and many of the technologies are a true first and not available anywhere else in the world. Having physicians and patients tell me about their life altering skin changes is incredibly inspiring.

What has been the greatest difficulty you have encountered in starting and maintaining your own successful business?

Finding trustworthy, bright and loyal employees. I believe that is a challenge, initially for any entrepreneur. However, I am truly blessed to have a superb and dedicated infrastructure.

What do you feel has been the key to your success?

I think the key to success for anyone, is that you must be passionate about what you do. I am absolutely passionate about skin care. Secondly, you must be willing to work, work hard and then work even harder. Perseverance and tenacity along with a dose of stubbornness are also helpful.

Who are your role models?
I don’t know that I have any one specific role model. However, I tend to admire individuals who are “self-made”, self-starters, who have overcome tremendous challenges and obstacles to become successful. One such person who comes to mind is Estee Lauder. As a poor single mom, with no financial backing, she created one of the greatest cosmetic empires in the world.

Do you or your staff like to consult with dermatologists?

I actually talk to, consult with and provide education to physicians of every specialty as well as dermatologists. I truly enjoy working with physicians.What would you like to see be developed in the realm of skin care next?

I would like to see more emerging technology that targets acne and rosacea, two currently incurable skin disorders. Acne is an epidemic among woman in their 20’s, 30’s, 40’s and beyond. Rosacea affects approximately 14 million Americans and the numbers are growing. Both of these disorders can greatly impact self-esteem and may hinder individuals both socially and in business.

What beauty and skin care products can’t you live without?

Regarding skin care, I can’t live without my Bioclear. This is a resurfacing product that contains glycolic, salicylic and azaleic acids. Resurfacing addresses fine lines and wrinkles, enlarged follicles, mild to moderate acne and rosacea, for example. It gives skin a bright, refined, glowing texture that makes facial skin look airbrushed.

My “I can’t live without” beauty product would be Marini Lash™. My lashes are long, dense and fabulous!

What are your greatest beauty secrets?

I don’t know that I have a beauty “secret.” However, I believe one of the greatest assets any woman can have is clear, healthy, radiantly looking skin. When your skin glows everything looks more vibrant and polished. No makeup can replace beautiful skin.

Do you read any beauty blogs?

I mostly read about 30 Medical Journals each month. But, now I also read your blog! (Editor’s note: I huge thank you! 🙂 )

What an incredible business leader and woman! To learn more about Jan Marini, please click here.

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