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Q&A with Lisa Price of Carol’s Daughter

By: Stephanie Catchings, Health & Beauty Editor

TCM: Your company is named based on who you are - what does being Carol’s Daughter entail?

LISA: Being Carol’s Daughter means loving yourself and others. It means having the courage to follow your passions and to know that hard work can make your dreams a reality. I am so blessed to be Carol’s Daughter and to have had the support of my mother while working to create my brand.

TCM: Tell me about the passion you had in starting Carol’s Daughter.

LISA: My love for fragrance began when I was a little girl. I started creating my own scents and creams because I loved to experiment-it’s always been a hobby and passion of mine. When I realized that it could also be a business, I began working to make my dreams come true.

TCM: Why might the Carol’s Daughter products be better for people of color than other products?

LISA: The Carol’s Daughter line includes over 100 unique products for face, hair, body and home - allowing for product combination’s and possibilities for every man, woman and child regardless of skin type, tone or need. The healthy ingredients in all of my products mean that they naturally nourish and hydrate, inside and out.

TCM: How are your ingredients different from the ingredients in other cosmetic products?

LISA: My products have “good-for-you” ingredients that are inspired by nature and love.  You will not find any parabens, sodium laureth sulfates, petroleum or mineral oil in any of my products.

TCM: At what age should young people begin using skin care products?

LISA: My mother began taking care of my skin as a baby and I can bet that her mother also started then.  Skin is our largest organ and it deserves special TLC - it works so hard to keep us healthy, soft and vibrant.

TCM: Should skin care products be used even if there are no obvious skin problems?

LISA: Of course - skin requires the necessary hydration for it to protect us properly.  Our products are designed to exfoliate, hydrate and nurture skin.

TCM: Describe the effects of Carol’s Daughter products on different hair types.

LISA: Normal to dry hair will be super-conditioned, as the products infuse strands with moisture and sheen. Excess oils are reduced in oily hair.

TCM: The Candy Paint Lip Gloss has some wonderfully bold hues and the fragrance line has lots of versatility. Do you play an active role in their creation?

LISA: I am intensely involved in the creation of all Carol’s Daughter products from beginning to end, giving my input on everything from scent to color.

TCM: Since the Carol’s Daughter products are made from natural ingredients, would you say that diet also plays a role in healthy skin and hair?

LISA: Of course it does. I’ve always heard that a balanced diet rich in vegetables and fruits with plenty of water helps skin maintain clarity.

TCM: If so, what foods do you think promote or enhance healthy skin and hair?

LISA: See above

TCM: Your products have been endorsed by Jay-Z, Jada Pinkett Smith, Brad Pitt, and others. How did they come to know and love your products, and how do you feel considering your company began in your kitchen?

LISA: All of our friends of the family learned about Carol’s Daughter through word of mouth.   DJ Jazzy Jeff told Will Smith and Jada about my products, and everything just took off from there. Like the formulas themselves, the buzz has been homegrown and the product of love.

TCM: I’ve noticed a Carol’s Daughter counter at Dillard’s, Macy’s, and Sephora stores, when did that come about, and are there any other expansion plans?

LISA: Carol’s Daughter’s first boutique opened in 1999 in the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn and the flagship store on 125th Street opened in 2005.  Since then we have opened stores in Roosevelt Field, Los Angeles, Jersey City, Maryland and another location in Atlantic Station in Brooklyn as well as TK counters in Macy’s, Dillard’s and Sephora.  We plan on expanding to…

TCM: What is your favorite Carol’s Daughter product?

LISA: I love all of my products, but I especially love Hair Milk. If I were trapped on a desert island, the one thing I could not do without is Hair Milk. It is the only product I have found that can make my hair shiny and manageable.

TCM: You took your passion and created products that combined your self-confidence with your knowledge and passion. What advice do you have for teens that want to do the same with a product or idea of their own?

LISA: When it comes to success, ignorance is not bliss. Knowledge is the key ingredient in my recipe for success. Find the lesson in each experience and grow from it. With *that* recipe, you will never fail.

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