Botanix

Name: Natalia Satya
Position: Integrative Pharmacist, Founder
Website: trustbotanix.com
Location: Drewvale, Queensland, Australia

Botanix Skincare & Body is handmade for individuals who value the importance of self-love and self-care, those who want to enjoy and bring the benefits, beauty & freshness of nature into their busy lives. Their products are uniquely designed & crafted to defy the effects of ageing, pollution and toxins while nourishing you and your skin.

What products/services do you offer?

Natural, Cruelty-Free, Philanthropy, Variety of Skin and Body Care Products and Therapeutic Potion Solutions to solve everyday problems. 100% Australian Made & Owned. Appropriate for all skin types & ages.

Quality products inspired by both Art & Science. Centred around helping people solve everyday problems and help people feel better about themselves, others and those throughout the world.

Created by Our Qualified & Experienced Integrative Pharmacist, Organic Skincare Formulator & Essential Oils Wellness Advocate . We want to create affordable natural skincare and body products free from synthetics and nasties.

Why did you start your business and how long have you been running it?

I am a Qualified and Experienced Integrative Pharmacist & Holistic Health Professional, Organic Cosmetic Formulator & Tutor, Minerals Therapist, Author, Artist and Blogger.  I am passionate about Holistic Health, Wellness & Beauty and I hope to share my Universe & Knowledge with you beautiful people out there in the world!

I designed all my products with utmost care and aim to help people improve their lives by offering natural solutions to everyday therapeutic and beauty issues through the use of natural ingredients.

My Mother sadly passed away from Lung Cancer despite not having smoked a single day in her life. Whatever we surround ourselves with affects our overall health and well-being. This also includes what we eat and what we apply on our skin and hair. That is why I find that it is so important to include natural ingredients instead of the many synthetics used in many everyday products we use in our daily lives.

These are the many reasons that drove me to study with formulation experts and research more about creating Natural Skincare & Body Products as well as Natural Therapeutic Potions for Beauty, Health & Wellness.

All Our Products are 100% Australian Owned & Made from All Natural Ingredients from Botanicals You Can Trust

Our products are Cruelty Free & Handmade with Love through the beautiful combination of Art and Science by Me, our Organic Skincare Formulator and Integrative Pharmacist

I am also interested in career and business opportunities to amalgamate my skills and experience into a holistic approach to healing and helping people and building a community of like-minded people who have a passion for helping themselves and others using holistic practices.

I am also an active fundraiser & philanthropist for supporting all Animals, The Lung Foundation as well as Cancer Support & Research.

Every month, I will be teaching workshops and writing interesting articles about Health, Wellness, Beauty, Recipes and my own experiences and a glimpse into my professional and personal life as an Integrative Health Professional and Organic Formulator. It is simple to subscribe to our tips and tricks into a healthier way of living and embarking on a journey of self-love and sharing that love with others.

What struggles do you think most businesses face in your industry and what would you say they need to do to overcome them?

• Marketing
• Constant Sales and Exposure as well as Engagement

What has been your greatest accomplishment?

• Becoming an Integrative Pharmacist and Organic Skincare Entrepreneur and Formulator
• Writing my fiction novel
• Starting my international blog that helps others all over the world
• Help support Cancer Research, The Lung Foundation and Helping put an end to Domestic Violence
• Empowering others, Making Friends and help promote upskilling and good mental health

What has been your biggest ‘fail’ so far?

Needing more marketing, sales & exposure

What do you love most about your business?

Being able to create and utilising both Art & Science as well as helping and empowering others as well as creating connections

What do you find most challenging?

Promotion and Marketing

How do you promote your business (please include as many details as you can)?

• Facebook
• Linkedin
• Instagram
• Face to face through friends
• Eventbrite

What business skills do you have (eg. graphic design, customer service)?

• Customer service
• Creativity
• Knowledge
• Enthusiasm and Passion in what I do
• Promotional tactics

What software did you/your designer use to create your website (eg. WordPress, Wix)?

WordPress

What are some of your favourite business tools and apps?

Eventbrite

What do you like about your website and what’s not working for you?

Has options for subscribing and affordable

But

Not generating enough sales
Not on first page of google

What lessons have you learnt during your time as an entrepreneur?

• Challenges in keeping business sustainable and earning a steady income stream
• Need more exposure

What key tips for success in business would you like to share with others?

Constant keeping up with the times

What is the one thing that you want everyone to take away from this post?

Dare to dream big and live your passion