The Skincare That Saves Butterflies: Chris Amendt on Beauty With Purpose Ep 263

Chris Amendt is a visionary entrepreneur who turned her passion for conservation into a groundbreaking mission to save the iconic monarch butterfly. After leaving the corporate medical world, Chris founded Native Monarchs, a nonprofit dedicated to restoring butterfly habitats, and later launched Monarch Botanika, a skincare brand that uses milkweed seed oil to blend beauty with environmental purpose. Her journey is one of resilience, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to creating a legacy that nurtures both nature and people. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why Chris Amendt walked away from a corporate medical career to dedicate her life to monarch butterfly conservation. The surprising connection between milkweed seeds, skincare, and saving pollinators. The challenges monarch butterflies face today—and how small changes in your own backyard can make a big impact. How resilience, creativity, and purpose carried Chris through the pandemic and the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. Why blending business with conservation can create a lasting legacy for both people and the planet. Connect with Chris here https://acalltothrive.com/the-skincare-that-saves-butterflies