Diane Ranger
CEO and Founder
Colorescience
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A 30-year veteran in the cosmetics industry, as a specialist in cosmetic chemistry research and development, Diane Ranger single-handedly created the mineral makeup concept. At the time of origination, it was a radical break from traditional makeup, because, for the first time, women learned about the benefits of healthy makeup, derived naturally from the Earth.
With a Master's degree from the University of Houston, Diane entered the cosmetics world with her first brainchild, Bare Escentuals, which she founded in 1976. As president, she spearheaded the growth of the specialty body care business. Stores expanded nationally and turned the retail spa industry on its ear. Unexpectedly, in 1990, Diane walked away from Bare Escentuals to concentrate on her passion for mineral makeup product development. She walked away after one too many rounds of venture capitalists.
"I was once told by a very respected woman in the cosmetics industry that I should sell my idea because I only had one chance in a million to make it," explains Diane. "I smiled and thanked her because 'one in a million is all I need!' After I walked away, the only thing I had left of value were my ideas and my ability to create unusual products. So I sold these ideas to others."
Diane then evolved her original loose mineral concept into Colorescience - an array of cutting-edge mineral and crystal-based formulas that are rated up to SPF 30. Unique and innovative packaging, fun product names and exclusive marketing are trademarks of the Colorescience line. Additionally, Colorescience is the most tested and most researched mineral makeup on the market.
Diane explains that she relied on three qualities in her journey through the different phases of her business experience: vision, drive and tenacity. "I learned early on that if I could think it, I could do it."
A native Texan, Diane currently lives in Dana Point, California with her husband Chet and dog Blossom. Colorescience is available at fine day spas, resorts, dermatologist and plastic surgeon offices and makeup artists' studios.
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