About this episodeSabrina Elba discusses her journey from SNL cast member to co-founder of Sable Labs, a skincare brand focused …AI summary
Sabrina Elba discusses her journey from SNL cast member to co-founder of Sable Labs, a skincare brand focused on black skin and hyperpigmentation. She shares insights on the realities of entrepreneurship, the importance of self-worth in relationships, and the cultural nuances of making friends in London versus New York.
Key takeaways 5
Sable Labs was created to address the gap in skincare for black skin, focusing on hyperpigmentation by using tyrosinase inhibitors and antioxidants from African ingredients, rather than just marketing to black consumers.
Entrepreneurship requires 'psychosis' or obsession; founders must be the first in and last out, working harder than ever as the brand grows, contrary to the perception of flexible hours.
Making friends in London requires patience and a different approach than in New York; Brits are overly polite to avoid awkwardness, whereas New Yorkers are more direct.
Self-worth in relationships comes from being able to satisfy oneself; a relationship works best when both partners are self-sufficient and not dependent on each other for happiness.
The beauty industry often formulates products for lighter skin first, making it easier to treat issues like hyperpigmentation on lighter skin, but black skin requires more resilient formulations with fewer irritants.
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“A relationship is never going to work unless you can satisfy yourself. Because if you're looking for anything consistently from someone else that you can't provide to yourself, it's just asking too much.”
▶ 19:24Discussing the importance of self-worth and independence in relationships after moving to London and dealing with loneliness.
“We should be the starting point. We should be the standard. Black skin's a little bougie... It's a little bit more love, but that's great for everybody else.”
▶ 56:24Explaining why Sable Labs formulates products specifically for black skin first, arguing that if it works for black skin, it works for everyone.
“Psychosis is a crazy motivator. It gets a bad rap. The things psychosis helps us accomplish.”
▶ 25:11Describing the obsessive drive needed to run a business and an SNL season simultaneously.
“I think I can make friends with anything. We both looked at the plant. I know. I was like, it's the plant or the wall. I'm going to challenge her.”
▶ 38:06Joking about her difficulty making friends in London and her determination to connect with anyone or anything.
Chapters & Sections (37)▼
0:09SNL Wigs and Canadian Soccerchapter2
2:20Joyful Introduction and Canadian Identity
3:35Arsenal fandom and Canadian hockey slang
5:35Aesthetician Journey and Extraction Fascinationchapter2
7:28Extraction Video Fascination and Exposure
8:52Facial Extractions and Aesthetician Bonding
10:50Skincare routines and dating soulmateschapter3
12:33Dark humor and poop jokes
13:49First date bonding over Star Trek
15:10Finding Love and Quarter Karma
17:42Self-Worth, Dating Lessons, and London Movechapter2
19:33Building Self-Worth Through Resilience
21:02Overcoming Loneliness and Self-Reliance in London
23:27Entrepreneurship Reality and Brand Visibilitychapter2
25:06Psychosis and Obsessive Work Ethic
26:42Managing Celebrity Founder Visibility
28:56Making Friends in London and Cultural Differenceschapter2
30:26Challenges Making Friends in London
32:21London Neighbors and Cookie Etiquette
34:40Making Friends in Londonchapter1
36:31Advice for Newcomers Making Friends in London
38:34Cultural Differences in Politeness and Social Interactionchapter1
41:24Canadian vs London Politeness and Urban Pace
43:58Balancing City Life and Rural Romancechapter3
45:30Celebrity Invitations to the Cookout
46:23Navigating Celebrity Culture and Public Scrutiny
47:52Navigating Celebrity Culture and Dehumanization
51:57Film Set Dynamics and Skincare Brand Philosophychapter1
53:36Skincare Brand Philosophy and Black Skin Challenges
56:21Skincare Science and African Ingredientschapter1
58:21Hyperpigmentation Prevention and K-Beauty Inspiration
1:00:44Beauty Industry Representation and Gratitude Gamechapter1
1:03:07Gratitude for Mom and Game Rules
1:05:22Fidget Toys, Toothbrushes, and Bathroom Etiquettechapter3
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