From demystifying supply chains to protecting coral reefs, these women entrepreneurs are determined to make our city a better place for all
Entrepreneurship is a difficult space for everyone, but particularly for women as, like many arenas within business, it’s often seen as a world for men. So for women to make an impact as an entrepreneur, that is an accomplishment worth recognising and celebrating —particularly when what they create matters so much in our society.
Here, we look at the wonderful women featured on Hong Kong’s Gen.T list 2022, and the many ways they’re contributing to the city and its people. From revolutionising elderly care to providing safe spaces for sex workers, here are eight women helping to shape the future of Hong Kong.
Olivia Chan, co-founder and CEO of BeautyFact
As a former beauty editor, Olivia Chan has first-hand experience of how harmful the cosmetics industry can be.
“I would receive tonnes of beauty and skincare products and try new things every day”, she says, “[and my skin was already sensitive but it became a disaster. It got so bad that I had to visit the doctor.”
This led her to launch BeautyFact, an app that allows users to scan products or search for specific ingredients to check if they come with any warnings, be they environmental or health-related. Powered by machine-learning technology that links common ingredients, BeautyFact also allows users to share reviews with others and learn more about greener brands.
Read Olivia Chan’s full interview here.