Ep 137 From Biz Failures to Cult-Fave Beauty Brand: Summer Skin

Building Better: How Lil McAvaney is Changing the Clean Beauty Game.

What happens when you stop waiting for perfect conditions—and just start?

In this episode of Leaders Lane, I chat with Lil McAvaney, founder of Summer Skin, a clean and conscious self-tanning and skincare brand rewriting the rules of beauty.

Lil shares the raw, behind-the-scenes reality of bringing products to life—from spending over a year formulating a natural deodorant to building a supportive community that shapes what she creates.

We dive into what it really takes to be a founder today:
→ Why involving your community leads to better launches
→ The pressure of being a present parent and a business owner
→ What it means to stay hands-on and trust the slow build
→ And how to adapt your vision when things don’t go to plan

This episode is packed with insights on product development, branding, and staying grounded in your values—even when the journey takes unexpected turns.

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Website – https://summerskinau.com/ 
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