Pippa Hallas - The Own Your Skin Story. Legacy, Science & Fearless Beauty.

From her grandmother who famously waxed her legs in the foyer of David Jones to a modern brand leading with science and soul - this episode goes behind the scenes with Pippa Hallas, CEO of Ella Baché.

Pippa opens up about steering an 80-year Australian icon through massive industry change while staying anchored to one simple truth... healthy skin builds real confidence.

You’ll hear how Pippa:

• Keeps Ella Baché centered on skin health over hype (no Kardashian fad-chasing, just evidence-led formulations and education).

• Balances heritage with innovation - growing to 150+ locations and a national training academy while nurturing teams with decades-long tenure.

• Made bold brand bets (hello, Jessica Watson’s solo circumnavigation) by backing people first and trusting her gut.

• Advocates for authenticity in an era of “fast-food beauty”encouraging us to own our skin story rather than chase someone else’s face.

• Designs a life that works (early starts, family dinners, shared logistics) and a culture that hires for talent and kindness - then lets the culture “spit out the rattlesnakes.”

• Thinks about what’s next, including selective international expansion when the timing is right.

Pippa also shares her favourite mantra, “When they go low, we go high”, and why reframing tough moments (and returning to gratitude) is a leadership superpower. If you’ve ever wondered how a beloved, family-led brand can stay fresh, principled, and fearless in a crowded category, this conversation is a masterclass.

Mic-drop takeaway: Be the best version of you - own your skin, your story, and your pace. Then go for it.

This episode will be a favourite for anyone working in a family business and women needing a push to own their own skin proudly.

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Links and mentions:

www.ellabache.com.au (Pippa's family business, Ella Bache)

Corporate Christmas Gifts (Kelly, our co-host and founder of Edible Blooms & Co, delivering joy daily)

Ideas for your Kris Kringle (Anna, our co-host and founder of Palas, Australian designed jewellery with meaning)