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The Skincarma Pod | Episode 26: Inspiration, Serendipity and the Seeding of Ideas with Roger Ignon, Inventor & Co-Founder of the Hydrafacial
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The Skincarma Pod | Episode 26: Inspiration, Serendipity and the Seeding of Ideas with Roger Ignon, Inventor & Co-Founder of the Hydrafacial

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In this episode of the Skincarma Pod, Carmine welcomes Roger Ignon, co-founder of Hydrafacial, the skincare technology that revolutionized aesthetics. They explore Roger’s journey from a childhood interest in invention to becoming a key player in the beauty industry and beyond. The conversation explores the importance of collaboration in innovation, the lessons learned from early entrepreneurial experiences, and the significance of recognizing pivotal moments in one’s career. Roger shares insights into the nuances of invention, the importance of timing and luck, and the complexities of navigating the patent process. He shares personal anecdotes about past inventions, highlighting both successes and failures, and underscores the long road to market success that inventors often face.

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