<p>What does clean beauty actually mean - and how can consumers know if their skincare and cosmetics are truly safe?</p><p>In this episode of The Cinnamon Effect Podcast, Kimberly sits down with the founders of Crunchi, Kelly Kreusler and Melanie Petschke, two leaders in the growing clean beauty and non-toxic skincare movement.</p><p>Kelly and Melanie share the story behind building Crunchi, a brand dedicated to ingredient transparency, safer cosmetics, and sustainable beauty packaging. They explain the rigorous standards they use to define clean beauty, why many conventional beauty products still contain questionable ingredients, and how consumers can make more informed choices about what they put on their skin.</p><p>The conversation also dives into sustainable packaging, responsible ingredient sourcing, and the mission-driven values behind the brand.</p><p>Beyond beauty, this episode explores the realities of female entrepreneurship, what it takes to build a company with a close friend, and how Kelly and Melanie’s partnership has evolved while growing a purpose-driven brand.</p><p>If you’re interested in clean skincare, toxin-free makeup, sustainable beauty, and women-led businesses, this conversation offers powerful insights from two pioneers in the industry.</p><p></p><p>Connect with Crunchi:</p><p>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.crunchi.com">www.crunchi.com</a></p><p>Crunchi IG: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/crunchicollection">https://www.instagram.com/crunchicollection</a></p><p>Kelly IG: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyckreusler">https://www.instagram.com/kellyckreusler</a></p><p>Melanie IG: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/melaniepetschke">https://www.instagram.com/melaniepetschke</a></p><p></p><p>To connect with host Kimberly Hand:</p><p>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.kimberlyhand.com">https://www.kimberlyhand.com</a></p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyhand_">https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyhand_</a></p><p></p><p>Shop The Cinnamon Effect Journal here: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://thecinnamoneffect.com/journal">https://thecinnamoneffect.com/journal</a></p><p></p><p>The Cinnamon Effect is recorded at PodPlus Studios ( @PodPlusStudios ) in Jupiter, Florida, and produced by Hype Boss ( @hype-boss-hype-boss )</p><p></p><p>For more information, visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.podplusstudios.com">https://www.podplusstudios.com</a></p>