A VISIONARY IN BEAUTY, WELLNESS, AND INNOVATION

Renée Garacochea

FOUNDER-BIO

Born in Los Angeles and later settling in the breathtaking mountain town of Truckee near Lake Tahoe, Renée Garacochea’s journey has been anything but ordinary. Her passion for fashion ignited early, launching her into the fast-paced industry in L.A. at just 18. But it wasn’t long before her interests evolved, leading her into the world of beauty and wellness.

​Renée quickly made her mark in the cosmetics industry, rising to Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Philip B., a globally recognized leader in natural hair care. It was here that she honed her expertise in high-performance beauty formulations. But her entrepreneurial spirit was just getting started.

​A personal challenge led to her first groundbreaking venture—when she struggled to find safe, high-quality pet care products for her beloved Cocker Spaniel, Avo, she took matters into her own hands. The result? Fauna Aromatherapy Hair Care for Pets & People, a pioneering line that combined luxury grooming for both humans and their furry companions. The brand quickly gained a devoted following, proving Renée’s ability to spot gaps in the market and create products people love.

​Never one to slow down, Renée then launched Knotty Girl, a brand dedicated to gentle, effective hair and body care for all ages. Inspired by her niece’s sensitivities, she crafted formulations that were safe for children yet powerful enough for adults. Signature products like Pink Princess Cotton Candy Shampoo and Drama Queen Sparkle Lotion became instant favorites, blending playful indulgence with real skin and hair benefits.

​But Renée’s biggest leap came when she combined her passion for beauty with intimate wellness. Teaming up with a doctor, she co-founded GLISSANT Wellness, ushering in a new era of luxurious, science-backed intimate care. With her signature blend of innovation and expertise, she created products that not only enhance intimacy but also meet the highest safety and quality standards.

 Renée’s journey is a testament to her relentless passion, fearless innovation, and unshakable commitment to empowering people—whether in beauty, wellness, or beyond. And she’s just getting started.

LOVE. REPLENISH. REPEAT. ®

Ingredients matter—I'm passionate about what goes into our products because what you put on your body matters.

- Renée

MY INSPIRATION

I dedicate the CBD product in loving memory of my beautiful sister,

ROBYN GARACOCHEA

MAY 5, 1971-APRIL 21, 2018

Witnessing my sister Robyn's battle with brain cancer opened my eyes to the healing potential of CBD. Her passing became a catalyst for change, inspiring me to develop solutions for women's pain, with CBD as the key.

Our standout products feature a distinctive CBD & CBG oil-based lubricant for heightened intimacy, a botanical CBD & CBG body oil for skincare, and bath salts for a rejuvenating bathing experience.

Now navigating menopause myself, I've come to understand the often overlooked challenges in conversation. Committed to breaking the silence for all women, I leverage over 30 years of crafting beauty products. Glissant has personally enhanced my life, and I hope these products do the same for you.

  • Renée with Avo's 9 puppies

    FAUNA and KNOTTY GIRL products have been featured in Vogue, InStyle, W, Allure, Glamour, Self, Tokyo, Hello, Los Angeles Times, and many other publications worldwide.