Case Study - VanMan
We dive into everything on VanMan, his story, business, products, and future. (6 min read)
Christian Corbett didn’t start out a natural living champion, fighting against the grain. In fact, he did what many young adults do. He went to college, got his degree, and found a job. When Mr. Corbett was fresh out of college, he was energetic and could work long shifts, but five or six years down the road, he started to feel apathetic about his job. He wanted more from life. Instead of putting his head in the sand and grinding through a job that he had no passion for, he decided that he needed a wake up call. Despite the disapproval of his family, Mr. Corbett quit his job, bought a van, and hit the road!
The hardships of van life
When Mr. Corbett began his van journey, everyone close to him was shocked. His parents were worried that their son was wasting his life. They couldn’t understand why someone with a successful career and promising future could do something that displayed the exact opposite. He said that the support from his twitter community was one of the reasons that he knew he was on the right track. Working a typical nine to five job was something that did not excite him and would never satisfy him.
Mr. Corbett’s health journey
As Mr. Corbett was living in his van, he began to take a closer look at the way he was living. Through the twitter account that he had created when he began his van journey, he learned so much about healthy living which began to change his perspective on the way that he lived and ate. One day, he looked at his tooth paste and realized that there was fluoride in it. In anger, he threw it out and started using baking soda instead. Anyone who has used baking soda to clean his teeth (including yours truly), knows that can be a very unpleasant experience, so he began to add other ingredients such as volcanic ash, egg shells, and calcium. It was not his plan to start a company and sell his tooth powder, but unknowingly he was creating his first product.
The making of VanMan
April of 2021 was when he first launched his tooth powder. It took off. People had been starved for this sort of natural product for too long and were frustrated with big Pharma companies selling them products that are ineffective and harmful. His approach to health was a breath of fresh air. Mr. Corbett said that there was a wealth of information on “Mommy Blogs,” but that for some reason they never thought of making a business out of it. His new passion for natural health, combined with his experience in tech startups and accounting, was the perfect blend to create the well respected and loved brand, VanMan.
VanMan’s Products
Since the initial release of his tooth powder, VanMan has released a whole new series of products.
Tallow and Honey Balm:
Mr. Corbett’s tallow and honey balm is an alternative to grocery store lotions with all of the chemical and synthetic ingredients. His tallow balm is known for its deep moisturizing effects and its ability to improve skin conditions such as eczema, acne, and psoriasis.
“I bought it to use for my daughter's eczema and son's dry hands. Seeing results of improvement for my kids. I was tired of using a steroid cream and that being the only option. I love that the product is natural and I know what is in it. I am definitely recommending it to others.” - Five star VanMan review
Honey and Tallow Soap:
VanMan’s Tallow and Honey Soap is a clean and simple alternative to drying and detergent based soaps in the common marketplace. Tallow soap is known for leaving skin soft, moisturized, and smooth.
“Words can’t explain how AMAZING this product is. Absolute game changer for my skin health! I use it on my hands and body. I’m NEVER going back to using regular hand soap or body wash liquids (gross!!!!). This stuff is so good I can’t recommend it enough so please do yourself a favor and try it out, you owe it to your body and health.” - Five star VanMan review
Miracle Tooth Powder - Original Eggshell
Many commercial toothpastes contain fluoride, an element which is a health concern for many people. VanMan’s tooth powder is fluoride and chemical free. Packed with minerals and eggshell, VanMan’s tooth powder is a breath of fresh air for those looking to avoid “big toothpaste.”
“Amazing, fresh, clean, healthy!” - Five star VanMan review
Protection Oils Hair Serum
Many hair products contain a myriad of synthetic products, but VanMan’s Hair Serum is simply a blend of coconut, emu, jojoba, caster, and almond oils. It is made to be used for rejuvenating and moisturizing hair and everyday styling. Clean and simple. (Bonus: it can be used to moisturize your body as well!)
“Highly recommend! Not too oily and my hair is already feeling great!” - Five star VanMan review
All Natural Peppermint Aloe Mouth Wash
Gentle yet effective, peppermint tingle, all natural. These are all words that Mr. Corbett uses to describe his mouthwash. One thing that customers love about VanMan’s mouth wash is that it is sold in a glass jar to prevent micro plastics.
“Great alternative to other mouth wash products that have horrible ingredients. Highly recommend!” - Five star VanMan review
Coconut & Magnesium Deodorant
The VanMan’s coconut and magnesium deodorant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a natural deodorant without aluminum. With VanMan’s you can find an all natural, healthy, and excellent deodorant.
“In an attempt to remove as many chemicals from my life as possible, deodorant is an obvious item. I have tried alternative products in the past with marginal success but have returned to the big chemical products. No more! I will not be going back. Ever. This stuff is amazing and actually works!” - Five star VanMan review
And many more!
VanMan’s future
Mr. Corbett does not want to stop at just helping others have healthier skin and mouths, but wants to help your whole body, inside and out. When asked what he wanted to do in the future, he said that he wants to take everything back. He has dreams of producing cleaning products, food, and much, much more! He has realized that all of these companies that were trusted for years by the masses were really selling us very unhealthy and harmful products, and he wants to be the change.
“We are more than just a natural remedies company. We know what feels good, we know what health is, and we refuse to let anyone manipulate us into thinking otherwise.” - VanMan Vision Statement
Hurray for the VanMan!