Show Notes
EP 42. In this episode of Well Done, I chat with Jacqueline Taylor, co-founder of Le Prunier, the cult-favorite skincare brand known for its plum-based formulations and minimalist ingredient philosophy. Jacqueline shares how her family’s 100-year farming legacy led to the discovery that discarded plum pits could be transformed into a powerful skincare ingredient. We also dive into the science behind the skin microbiome, why simple formulations can be more effective for sensitive or eczema-prone skin, and how sustainability—from organic farming to worm-powered water filtration—shapes every step of Le Prunier’s production. Jacqueline also opens up about trusting intuition as a founder, navigating the saturated beauty market, and building a brand rooted in science, sustainability, and family tradition.
In this episode:
- The fascinating origin story behind turning dried plum farm waste into a luxury skincare line
- How the skin microbiome plays a crucial role in inflammation, acne, and skin health
- Why less-ingredient skincare formulas can be better for sensitive skin
- How vertical integration—from orchard to bottle—improves ingredient quality and sustainability
- The science behind Le Prunier's hero product and why it’s naturally hydrating, anti-aging, and non-comedogenic
- The philosophy behind proactive skincare that supports the skin barrier and microbiome
- Why trusting your intuition matters when building a business in a crowded beauty industry
- The sustainability practices behind Le Prunier’s farm including solar power and worm-filtration systems
Resources
- Le Prunier website
- Follow Le Prunier on Instagram: @leprunier
Guest Bio
Jacqueline Taylor is the co-founder of Le Prunier, the plum-powered luxury skincare brand she launched with her sisters, Allison and Elaine. Raised on her family’s fourth-generation, 106-year-old Northern California farm, Jacqueline helped transform their USDA-organic, regenerative agriculture heritage into the foundation of a sustainable beauty brand, using their own plum kernels as the hero ingredient. With a background in science and culinary arts, she blends heritage, innovation, and sustainability to create high-performance skincare.
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