You’ve heard that probiotics and superfoods are beneficial for your internal health, but did you know that your skin care can be improved by harnessing the power of these ingredients too?
Doctor Roshini Raj, a practicing gastroenterologist had a lightbulb moment after seeing the life-changing impact probiotics had in her patients’ natural diets and as supplements for their internal health. Not only were they feeling better, but their skin seemed to glow.
She launched TULA in 2014, applying her medical knowledge to skin care with the goal of restoring her patients’ confidence. We chatted with Dr. Raj about her skin care favorites, clean beauty, and feeling empowered.
We’re so excited to bring back the TULA Classic Purifying Cleanser for our members! Why is it important to pick the right face wash (even if you wash it off right away)?
I’m so excited as well! Our Cult Classic Purifying Cleanser is one of my favorite products, I use it morning and night and could not imagine my routine without it. It removes dirt and pore-clogging debris from my skin without stripping it of its natural oils or leaving it feeling tight and dry. I try to keep my routine efficient, so I love how it gently removes makeup and preps my skin for my next skin care steps.
What does it mean to be a clean beauty brand today?
For TULA, it’s about not having to choose between skin care that’s healthy and skin care that works, which is why all our products are clean and clinically effective. We formulate all TULA products with our proprietary blend of prebiotic and probiotic extracts, superfoods, and powerful, clinically proven skin care actives like ceramides, salicylic acid, niacinamide, and many more. We look to science and clinical research to decide which ingredients to include and not include, and also clinically test all products for efficacy. We also do not formulate with retinol and are 100% cruelty-free.
How do you hope people feel when they use your products?
From day one, TULA has been about inspiring confidence and making it easier to achieve a healthy balance, inside and out. Through our #EmbraceYourSkin messaging, we’ve helped lead the way for skin positivity and changing beauty industry norms. It’s so inspiring to read our community’s reviews, comments, & DMs about how TULA has changed their skin and improved
their confidence. Every time I read a customer review or see their results, I am reminded of why we do what we do!
When do you feel the most empowered?
I love having brainstorms and working sessions with the TULA team! We have an incredible group of people working so hard every day to bring the TULA magic to life – it truly wouldn’t happen without them. I always leave our meetings feeling inspired, motivated, and excited for the future!
What is the best skin care advice you’ve ever received?
The best skin care advice I’ve received has come from TULA! It’s all about feeling confident and healthy, not perfect. Especially as I turn 50 this year, I’m more aware of my skin than ever and the way I talk to myself. Something I love about TULA is how we encourage embracing your skin through all of life’s stages and how there’s nothing “anti” about aging.
What does your current skin care routine look like?
My current routine is a mix of our classic favorites with some of our latest best sellers. I always use our Cult Classic Purifying Cleanser morning and night as well as the 24-7 Moisture Hydrating Day & Night Cream to deeply hydrate and nourish my skin. For my nighttime routine, I typically use our Beauty Sleep Overnight Treatment as well as the 24-7 PowerSwipe Day & Night Treatment Eye Balm. If it’s a self-care night, I love to treat myself with a hot bath and a face mask; my favorite is the Self Care Sunday Nourishing Face Mask. I always take a supplement as well, my favorite is the TULA Balanced Beauty Gummy Vitamins. But no skin care routine is complete without a healthy diet, regular exercise, and getting enough rest. I am a big believer in approaching beauty from the inside out. A happy and healthy body is going to radiate beauty and gut health has a very strong impact on skin health!
What is your favorite TULA product at this moment?
It’s so hard to pick just one!! I love that all of our formulations are clean and effective and aim to improve the health and balance of the skin with our signature blend of probiotic extracts and superfoods. If I can’t take my whole regimen with me, I would have to say I’m loving our new Lip SOS Treatment Balms for an instant burst of hydration as well as a gorgeous wash of color. Other than that, our Glow & Get It Eye Balm lives in my purse (and on my desk) for on-the-go brightening.
How has your self-care routine changed since the pandemic?
Self-care is an extremely important yet often overlooked part of living a healthy lifestyle. Through the challenges of the pandemic and COVID-19, I’ve been encouraging myself as well as recommending to my patients to go back to the basics. Getting 8 hours of rest every night, daily movement, and eating a healthy, balanced diet can make a huge difference and is connected to everything from gut health, skin health, to mental health.
How do you see the skin care industry changing in the next year?
The beauty and wellness industry is full of inspiration! I’m constantly inspired by other female founders who have created beautiful products and brands and I hope 2022 allows even more female founders to thrive. Supporting other women is something that is very important to me and I feel very lucky to be a part of this community.
xx, The FabFitFun Team
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