We had the good fortune of connecting with Annmarie Andaluz and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Annmarie, can you talk to us a bit about the social impact of your business?
PHreshBox goes beyond the community. It is a brand that is needed across the world. Let’s rewind to 3 years ago. I started PHreshBox just trying to make a product that catered to my needs. I am a young black woman of 3 beautiful children. After, I had my third child my pH levels were constantly off balance. Several doctor visits later, I was still left with the same issue and told the same thing. I began to make my own product, not to fix the issue of an imbalanced pH. However, I begun to make a product that prevents an imbalance of pH. We know prevention is better than cure, right? Little did I know I was on the path of unique greatness. I was making a product that is yet to be introduced to all women & now men across the world. PHreshBox is the world’s first 100% organic non lathering genital cleanser that is multifaceted. There aren’t any chemicals or animal fat put into our products. Only pure natural undiluted ingredients. The world needs PHreshBox , it is the beginning of nature healing our womb for this generation & generations to come. I am just a vessel being used to bring forth what each and every single human being needs, and that is change.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
When I started PHreshBox I was taking a leap on faith. I knew trying to sell a product that no one has ever heard of, saying it does things that no one would expect it could do and it’s manufactured by a regular jo shmo would be entirely risky. I’d definitely have to say that thinking outside of the box and cultivating the 1st non lathering cleanser, would be what sets PHreshBox apart. Getting women & men to see that a soap like product should not be used was definitely and still is the most difficult part in growing my brand. I get the confused or funny looks when I tell others I haven’t used soap to wash my vagina in 3 years lol. However, I do educate my customers on the chemistry of our skin & body as well as presenting them with proven facts. Once, they seem to understand that part, then the holistic alternative just makes complete sense. I’ve learned many lessons along the way. Some, I wish I didn’t have to feel so hard. However, understanding that along this journey of entrepreneurship comes with many lessons. Being the 1st entrepreneur in my family is a innovative but a bit difficult as well. I would have to go out and find the resources and sometimes I find it a little to late. Nonetheless, with all the bumps in the road I wouldn’t change it for anything else. I want to be able to tell my story to my audience and they’ll know I am extremely passionate about my brand. Although, my path was not necessarily easy I still pushed forward. I am persistent and I never give up. My goal is to change the world’s view on genital hygiene and care for this generation and generations to come. Who knows I may write a book one day.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
My itinerary for an exciting week would go a little something like this for my bestie: Sun – Downtown Hollywood for some delicious food and super chill lounge Mon- Visit friends/family we have not seen in a while & Pamper me spa day Tues- Taco Tuesday Wed- Netflix & Chill at home. Thurs- Ladies night in South Beach Fri- Grand Cafe Afrobeat night Sat- Relax The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I definitely have to give recognition and thanks to the Most High for everything. My close friends and close family members have absolutely been a great support from the very beginning as well. Also, my networking besties are very very awesome and I am extremely grateful for the knowledge and support they all have shown. In addition, I have to recognize all of my customers, without them there would be no PHreshBox. I wish I could name all but honestly the list would be extremely long. I am a firm believer in two old sayings, “it takes a village” & “it’s not what you know but who you know”. Throughout my journey of becoming a successful entrepreneur, multiple individuals have assisted me in growing my business from a one woman show to a praiseworthy community.

Website: Www.phreshbox.com

Instagram: @PHreshBox

Twitter: @PHreshBox

Facebook: Www.facbook.com/PHreshBox

Youtube: Www.youtube.com/PHreshBox

Other: Remember to subscribe to my YouTube channel

Image Credits
Z Discount Beauty Supply ( The 1st beauty supply to retail PHreshBox) ROV production Aveda Institute ( Teaching the importance of pH balance) 99 Jamz Supa Cindy PBC Curlfriends Expo ( Exhibitor)

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