Episode 117: RAAN Cotton Wipe Founder Story with Vanessa Menache and Catherine Chow

Summary

In this episode of Entry Level Mom, Bonnie Lippincott speaks with Vanessa Menache and Catherine Chow, co-founders of RAAN, a company dedicated to revolutionizing personal care with their unbleached 100% cotton wipes. They discuss the importance of sustainability, transparency in the supply chain, and the impact of motherhood on their product development. 

The conversation also touches on the challenges of entrepreneurship, the influence of documentaries on their clean beauty journey, and the significance of the natural cotton seal. The founders share their insights on greenwashing and the need for better products in the market, emphasizing the importance of creating safe and effective solutions for families.

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RAN is focused on sustainability and transparency in personal care products.
The wipes industry is filled with greenwashing and misleading claims.
Natural cotton is perceived as higher quality and more trustworthy by parents.
RAN is the first wipe brand to earn the natural cotton seal.
Conventional wipes often contain harmful chemicals and irritants.
Transparency in the supply chain is crucial for consumer trust.
Motherhood has significantly influenced the founders' product development decisions.
Documentaries have raised awareness about the importance of clean beauty.
Entrepreneurship requires a strong support system and work-life balance.
Advice to younger selves emphasizes the importance of enjoying motherhood and not stressing over small details.