From Health Struggles to Product Breakthroughs
- Brian Roisentul
- 5 hours ago
- 1 min read

In this episode of The DTC Insider podcast, Brian Roisentul sat down with Cleo Davis-Urman, co-founder of Barriere, a brand that started during the pandemic with medical-grade face masks and has since evolved into a leader in wellness with their innovative vitamin and adaptogen patches.
With a background in luxury fashion at Vogue and Saks Fifth Avenue, Cleo brings a unique perspective to the world of self-care and wellness.
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:
How Cleo’s personal health journey led to the creation of Barrier
The benefits of transdermal patches for vitamin absorption over traditional supplements
The importance of collaborating with experienced partners in product development
The role of customer feedback in shaping product evolution and strategy
Gaining deeper insights through real-life interactions with customers
Driving brand growth through social media, with a focus on TikTok
Using technology to improve customer education and engagement
Staying open to feedback and embracing iteration throughout the process
Creating products that support self-care and personal expression
Maintaining continuous customer interaction to stay aligned with their needs
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