Mama Sol: If Sunscreen and a Spa Day Had a Baby with Arielle Moody

📌 ABOUT THIS EPISODE

Laura and Brandy sit down with Arielle Moody, co-founder of Mama Sol, the non-toxic, mineral sunscreen brand making waves at Bloomingdale’s, Access Hollywood, QVC, the Today Show, and over 100 luxury spas and resorts, including Montage, Canyon Ranch, Four Seasons, and Fairmont. If you’ve ever skipped sunscreen because it stings your eyes, turns your skin white, or just feels like a chore, this episode is the fix.

Arielle breaks down exactly what makes Mama Sol different (hint: it took five years to formulate), why the eyelids and lips are the most overlooked places for sun protection, and how a former cosmetics exec turned her own pregnancy skincare frustration into a brand sold in Nordstrom-level retail. Plus, a genuinely great conversation about manifestation, mindset, and the books and apps that help her stay grounded while running a fast-growing company.

🧠 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

Why most mineral sunscreens turn white or feel heavy, and what Mama Sol did differently to solve it

The real reason chemical sunscreens sting your eyes, and why 100% mineral formulas are better for sensitive skin, pregnancy, and nursing

What a PA rating is and why it matters just as much as your SPF number

The two places almost everyone forgets to apply sunscreen, and why that matters for skin cancer risk

Why owning your own product formulas (instead of private-labeling) matters if you ever want to sell your business

How daily manifestation, visualization, and breathwork have shaped Arielle’s path as a founder

⏱️ CHAPTERS

02:34 Introducing Arielle Moody and Mama Soul

02:37 Arielle’s Journey to Creating Mama Soul

06:35 The Unique Features of Mama Soul Sunscreen

09:43 Innovative Sunscreen Solutions

12:41 Ingredient Transparency and Safety

17:19 The Importance of Female Empowerment

18:08 Manifestation and Positive Thinking

24:00 Tools for Personal Growth and Healing

26:45 Building Connections and Community

💡 TIP OF THE WEEK

If you’re skipping sunscreen because it stings your eyes or leaves you with raccoon eyes by the end of the day, the problem isn’t sunscreen … it’s YOUR sunscreen. Switch to a 100% mineral formula and look for SPF 30+ with a PA rating of 4+ for real UVA protection. And don’t forget your eyelids and lips, as they’re the two most commonly missed (and most commonly sun-damaged) spots on the face.

🛍️ PRODUCT OF THE WEEK

Mama Sol Face Brella SPF 30 (Untinted) — 100% mineral, zinc oxide-based sunscreen that blends seamlessly with no white cast and won’t sting the eyes. [Buy Here!]

Mama Sol Eyebrella — SPF + concealer + eye treatment in one. Designed to go directly on the eyelid, where up to 10% of skin cancers are found. [Buy Here!]

Mama Sol Lip Brella — 100% mineral tinted lip oil, SPF 20, UVA/UVB protection with zero sunscreen taste or stickiness. [Buy Here!]

Use code PRETTYSMARTTOO15 for a discount!

🔗 RESOURCES & MENTIONS

Mama Sol — Non-toxic, mineral sun protection brand sold in 100+ luxury spas and resorts, including: Four Seasons, Fairmont, and Montage. Shop at shopmamasoul.com — use code PRETTYSMARTTOO15 for a discount. [Shop Mama Sol!]

Infinite Possibilities by Mike Dooley — The book Arielle credits with kickstarting her manifestation journey. Buy Here!

Journey of Souls — A book on past-life hypnotherapy research that came up in conversation, mentioned as a fascinating listen or read. Buy Here!

Joe Dispenza guided meditations — Arielle’s go-to for manifestation and visualization work. Buy Here!

Pause App by Samantha Skelly — A breathwork app with sessions ranging from 5 to 45 minutes. Buy Here!

Wholesale inquiries — Estheticians and spa owners interested in carrying Mama Sol can email Arielle directly for pricing, samples, and staff training. Minimum order is 12 units per SKU, with flexibility for smaller spas. Get in Touch!

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👤 ABOUT OUR GUEST

Arielle Moody is the co-founder of Mama Sol, a non-toxic, 100% mineral sun protection brand she began developing in 2017 after struggling to find a sunscreen that felt good to wear during her own pregnancy. Mama Sol was co-founded with her mother, a world-renowned ophthalmologist and eye surgeon, and is now sold at Bloomingdale’s and over 100 luxury spas and resorts worldwide, with recent features on QVC and the Today Show. Find Mama Sol at shopmamasol.com and don’t forget your discount code: PRETTYSMARTTOO15

✨ HIGHLIGHTS

“If sunscreen and a spa day had a baby.” — Mama Sol’s brand tagline

“If you don’t own your own formulas, you wouldn’t really have much to sell down the road.”

“Every time something doesn’t go your way, think of three things that are good because it went the way it did.”

“If things are flowing in naturally, that means you are aligned, that you’re on the right path.”

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Wishing you love, peace, & great skin!

Laura & Brandy

XOXO 💋

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