About this episode
In this episode of Skin Anarchy , host Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with the iconic Patrick Starrr—beauty mogul, influencer, and founder of ONE/SIZE—for an unfiltered conversation on how empathy, innovation, and identity can redefine what beauty means today. Patrick opens up about his transition from top-tier influencer to brand founder to licensed esthetician, sharing how a desire for true efficacy and skin knowledge drove him back to school, even while leading a growing brand. Listeners will get a behind-the-scenes look at how Patrick’s emotional connection to beauty shaped every detail of ONE/SIZE—from inclusive design to high-performance products built for real skin needs. He shares the brand’s powerful origin story and the deeper mission behind it: to serve the overlooked, celebrate individuality, and build with intention. You’ll also hear about his SPF breakthrough, “On ‘Til Dawn,” and how he cracked the code to deliver sun protection that works over makeup—without compromising wear or texture. Throughout the conversation, Patrick’s passion for storytelling, education, and community shines through. His perspective on beauty as a form of communication—and empathy as a business model—offers valuable lessons for founders, creatives, and beauty lovers alike. Tune in to hear how Patrick Starrr is rewriting the rules of beauty, from science-backed SPF to emotional entrepreneurship—only on Skin Anarchy . Shop ONE/SIZE and visit their social media . CHAPTERS: (0:00) Introduction to Patrick Starr and His Journey in Beauty (2:05) From Influencer to Founder: The Story of ONE/SIZE (4:06) The Importance of Efficacy in Beauty Products (6:12) ONE/SIZE: Inclusivity Through Packaging and Design (10:05) The Challenge of Formulating Makeup Products (12:07) Communication and Marketing Strategy Behind One Size (15:05) Building Authentic Relationships with Influencers (17:12) Navigating the Influencer World and Staying True to Values (20:27) Game-Changing SPF: The Inspiration Behind "On 'Til Dawn" (27:24) The Business of Beauty: Time, Money, and Product Innovation (28:29) The Responsibility of Influencers and Being a Design Thinker Learn more about Function Health and join using our link. Visit www.functionhealth.com/SKINANARCHY Please fill out this survey to give us feedback on the show! Don’t forget to subscribe to Skin Anarchy on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred platform. Reach out to us through email with any questions. Sign up for our newsletter! Shop all our episodes and products mentioned through our ShopMy Shelf ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.