Golden Essence Co. was born from a personal journey that transformed into a passion for change. It all began when co-founder Ericka Jennings, recently married and ready to start a family, was diagnosed with endometriosis and adenomyosis after struggling to conceive. As a self-proclaimed science nerd, Ericka dove deep into research, discovering alarming information about common beauty and wellness products—many of them contained endocrine disruptors linked to hormone imbalances.

Determined to regain control of her health, Ericka began making her own natural beauty products and adopted a lifestyle free of harmful ingredients. She shared her findings with her younger sister, Samantha Golden, who already had a degree in Environmental Science and was pursuing a Master’s in Food Science with a focus on product development. Together, they realized the significant impact these ingredients had not just on themselves, but on women everywhere.