March is Women's History Month—a time to celebrate the strength, creativity, and resilience of women everywhere. While one month can't capture it all, it's a perfect moment to reflect: Who are you as a woman? Who do you aspire to be? We believe every woman holds the power within to embrace her true self—happy, bold, sensual, authentic, and unapologetically free.
To honor this, we're spotlighting inspiring women making a real impact.
Today, meet Célia, 25-year-old co-founder of Umaï, the French natural cosmetics brand behind a revolutionary solid shampoo designed to eliminate plastic bottles from bathrooms and protect the planet.First, tell us about yourself and Umaï.My name is Célia, and I'm one of four co-founders of Umaï, a brand of natural, eco-committed cosmetics. Our flagship product is a solid shampoo crafted to save the planet by ditching plastic bottles.
What inspired Umaï, and what message do you aim to share?We set out to prove that beauty can be deeply sustainable without sacrificing pleasure. Our products are planet-friendly, user-loved, and meticulously designed for positive impact on the environment and society—showing ecology doesn't mean compromise.
What's your take on female beauty?Feeling great in your own skin—sneakers and all! True beauty is self-acceptance, embracing your unique quirks and differences.
What woman do you embody daily through Umaï?A daring fighter for her beliefs. I never dreamed of launching a company like this, but passion and purpose prove anything's possible.
Who's your female role model, and why?I don't have just one—all women pursuing their goals on their own terms inspire me.
Favorite quote?"Never think you're too small to make a difference."
Message to all women?Dare greatly—you're always stronger than you think!
