A native New Yorker with Indian roots, Shadoh Punnapuzha is the founder and formulator of taïla skincare and here is her story. Raised in a household where an Ayurvedic lifestyle was paramount — her parents native land, Kerala, India nurtured her everlasting curiosity in plant medicine. Shadoh believes in abiding the intricate methods of Ayurveda to divulge the medicinal effects imparted in her artisanal skincare formulations, thus taïla was born.

In honor of International Women's Day we are highlighting women-owned business, Swiatlo, an international fashion brand with a love for global craft that supports a good cause.

Discover the craft and mission of Elizabeth Hartman and how she started Swiatlo on the taïla blog.