Why a cosmetics empire co-founder became a Catholic priest
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Scott Vincent Borba walked away from millions and a thriving cosmetics empire to become a Catholic priest. The e.l.f. Cosmetics co-founder, who built a successful business making affordable beauty products, felt called to a different kind of life entirely. His departure marks an unusual pivot from Silicon Valley-style entrepreneurship to religious vocation. The story raises questions about meaning, fulfillment, and what drives someone to abandon material success for spiritual commitment.