Our Story
At Zizical Botanicals, our journey began with a shared friendship that has spanned years. As we pursued our undergraduate studies at UT Austin, we decided to take our passion for health, well-being, and natural products to the next level—transforming a long-time dream into a business we could be proud of.
Driven by a genuine passion for creating meaningful and high-quality products, we embarked on a mission to develop skincare and haircare solutions that are both effective and free from harsh chemicals. Our commitment to health and wellness is at the core of everything we do, ensuring that each product we create is carefully crafted with nourishing, all-natural ingredients.
We believe that self-care should be an indulgent and fulfilling experience, and we are dedicated to offering products that enhance our customers' lives in a natural, thoughtful way. Our journey from friends to business partners has been an exciting one, and we are thrilled to continue sharing our creations with the world, knowing they are crafted with care, integrity, and a deep commitment to well-being.
Meet the Founders
Leor Goldstein
Howdy! I’m currently an undergraduate student at The University of Texas at Austin, on the pre-med track with the lifelong goal of becoming an orthopedic surgeon. Over the years, my passion for promoting health—both for myself and others—has grown tremendously. Every day, I’m motivated to push myself and those around me toward becoming the best versions of ourselves, one step at a time. Zizical Botanicals has given me the incredible opportunity to extend this mission further by creating products that reflect my personal values and commitment to wellness. I’m excited to combine my passion for health with a product that embodies the ideals I live by!
Vance Mark
My name is Vance Mark, and I’m from El Paso, Texas. Throughout my life, I’ve tried countless hair products—from pomades to gels and sprays—yet none worked the way I wanted. On top of that, many contained harsh chemicals that left my hair damaged and stripped of its natural oils. As a sophomore in high school, I began formulating a new pomade, and at Zizical, we’ve been using and refining it ever since. Now, as an undergraduate student at UT Austin, I’m pursuing a double major in Business Honors and Supply Chain. I’m thrilled to continue this journey and share our natural products with the world!