Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
Hi, I’m Sarah, the founder of Pamoja Skincare – a small, independent skincare brand on a mission to help women feel more like themselves again, especially during times of change like perimenopause. I design and handcraft natural, high-performance skincare that nourishes dry, sensitive, and tired skin – using sustainably sourced ingredients and thoughtful, low-impact packaging. Each product is carefully designed around a calming ritual that feels like a daily treat, not a chore. With training in organic skincare formulation and personal experience of hormonal skin changes, I am passionate about helping women to feel confident in their skin every day. I’m proud that Pamoja is a Leaping Bunny approved brand, vegan, palm oil-free, and I'm committed to using 100% renewable energy in my studio lab. ✨ Featured in Vogue, Women's Health, Top Santé, Stylist and other top magazines ✅ Award-winning - recognised by the Free From Skincare Awards and The Beauty Shortlist 🤝 Open to brand partnerships, expert quotes, events, or sharing my story If you're looking to collaborate or spotlight meaningful, independent beauty, I’d love to connect. Specialities: Natural Organic Skincare Formulation, Product Design, Natural Skincare Preservation, Small Batch Manufacturing.
I am a certified skincare formulator and have created a range of high performing natural skincare to help you nourish your skin and nurture yourself. My products form a simple-to-use, uplifting skincare ritual to strengthen the skin barrier, hydrate and protect dry, sensitive skin. Products are handmade with effective and ethically sourced ingredients. They are also vegan, certified cruelty-free (Leaping Bunny) and palm oil free. Further qualifications: Diploma in Natural Lift Facial Massage NCFE L2 Certificate in Developing Enterprise Skills
Diploma in Organic Skincare Formulation Certificate in Natural Cosmetic Preservation Certificate in Cosmetic Stability Testing Distinction in Cosmetic Compliance Certificate in Organic Anti-Ageing Skincare Member of The Lab (ongoing professional development)
I took a career break to enjoy time with my children and settle them into school. During this time, I trained in skincare formulation with Formula Botanica.
I was responsible for consultation responses, policy guidance and publications for members around integrating housing, health and social care. Organised national conferences, delivered presentations, and facilitated policy meetings, including setting up the Integrated Living Network. Provided admin support to the Tyne and Wear Housing Partnership.
I managed an office and team responsible for delivering housing services to 1400 social housing homes in the South Yorkshire region. Set and managed the area budget, contributed to strategic objectives and implemented changes as a result of a merger. Worked in partnership with internal teams, external stakeholders and tenants. Worked autonomously and remotely from the head office.