LashCast

In this episode, we are beyond excited to welcome two incredible entrepreneurs, Sylwia Walus and Kate Zasowska, the dynamic founders behind Lashbox LA . Join us as we dive deep into their journey—from humble beginnings in Poland to becoming trailblazers in the beauty industry here in the U.S. Sylwia shares the personal heartbreak that unexpectedly opened the door to a new chapter in her life, fill...

In this episode, we sit down with Mark Saad , CEO of NuLids , and Keri Parker , Esthetics Advisor, to discuss a condition that affects more people than you might think— dry eye syndrome . Many suffer from it without even realizing it, but NuLids has created a game-changing device that is both safe and incredibly easy to use. We explore why lash artists are uniquely positioned to offer this service...

In this episode, Cari McGrath , founder of Luca Lash , shares her unexpected journey into the lash industry, where things didn’t exactly start with love at first lash. Initially struggling to find her passion, Cari reveals how discovering color theory completely transformed her outlook and reignited her passion for lashing. Cari dives into the three essential elements of color theory— hue, contras...

In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Jill Kindall , the powerhouse behind LashBomb , who boldly launched her lash career at the age of 50. Just one year in, she decided to build her own lash brand! Jill shares how she used trade shows not for profit, but to connect with people, build relationships, and transform attendees into loyal clients. Joining her is Ali Lilly , Jill’s daug...

In this episode of LashCast, we sit down with Cathy White from The Lash Co. to discuss the invaluable lessons she learned from her 15 years in the automotive industry. Cathy shares how a meticulous attention to detail has been a cornerstone of her success, both in her previous career and in the lash business. As a cancer survivor, she opens up about how her experience has shaped her resilience and...

In this episode of LashCast, we chat with Ariel Renee, the founder of Flowrish Lashes, about her unique journey from makeup tutorials on YouTube to building a thriving lash community online. Ariel shares how she initially fell in love with YouTube but found the makeup space too saturated. After getting certified in lashes nine years ago, she didn’t enjoy it at first and stepped away for a corporat...

In this episode of LashCast, we sit down with Phillip Board, of 1 on 1 Financial, to hear about his journey from humble beginnings to becoming an expert in investment strategies. Phillip discusses the four money mindsets people typically have when it comes to investing and shares valuable tips on setting up your business to ensure you have the resources to invest effectively. He also outlines some...

In this episode of LashCast, we chat with Galina Vakilian and Janna Soykharev, the dynamic sister duo behind ThousandLashes. Galina and Janna share their inspiring journey of starting a lash brand, detailing the struggles they faced along the way and how they continue to persist in the competitive lash industry. Tune in to hear their story of resilience, determination, and the passion that drives...

In this episode of LashCast, we welcome business strategist Michelle Rath, who discusses how AI can revolutionize your business efficiency. Michelle explains how, with the right prompts, AI can handle all your marketing and website copy needs. She also shares her favorite AI apps and tools that can streamline your operations. Michelle is passionate about helping beauty professionals leverage AI ef...

In this episode of LashCast, we sit down with Andra Tashjian from LunaKai Lash to discuss the highs and lows of building her lash brand. Andra shares her journey of creating products, a process she found fun and easy, but navigating the marketing and messaging side of the business proved to be a significant challenge. Andra opens up about her costly experience with a marketing company that charged...

The 4th Annual Lashie Awards are here, and this is your year to apply! Over the past three years, hundreds of lash artists have competed, with 60 of them taking home the coveted Lashie Award Trophy. We launched this award program because while many competitions recognize outstanding lash work, no one was celebrating the exceptional business operators in the lash industry. Since LASHCON focuses on...

The 4th annual Lash Awards is here. The founder Rachel Hammond shares about how lash artists from around the world can enter this amazing lash competition. She shares about how the judging process works. She also shares about the over the top awards show she produces. This is not a tired award show where you'll be board and want to take a nap. It's full of fun surprises. You get dinner a...

In this episode of LashCast, we are joined by Katie Allen and Heidi Steigman, two of the passionate founders of Beauty 4 a Cause (Unfortunately, Mo Hamil could not make it) . Katie and Heidi share the inspiring reasons behind starting their organization and provide an inside look into how it operates. Listen as they recount a touching story of helping a person in Texas, which led to the establishm...

In this episode of LashCast, we sit down with Nancy Lee of Loved & Lashed as she shares her lash journey why she decided to close her salon. Inspired by her encounter with Hanna from London Lash at LASHCON, Nancy delves into the unexpected struggles she faced during this transition. She opens up about the complexities of managing multiple businesses and the tough decisions that come with it. N...

In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Michelle Sy, owner of Mish Esthetics, who has turned her brand dreams into a reality. Hear firsthand how she started and leveraged her brand to open her first salon. She candidly shares her struggles in running a business, from finding the right location to building a loyal clientele. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone lo...

In this episode, we tackle a controversial topic that has shaken the lash community. We discuss the highly disappointing LashFest Conference, which has not only let down many attendees but also caused significant financial strain. Joining us are three brave women who share their personal experiences with Lash Fest: Amber Hope from Hope and Lashes, Ali Lilly from Lash Anarchist, and Noemie Gingras...

In this episode, we delve into the world of dry eyes, exploring what causes this common issue and how to effectively treat it. We have the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Janice Luk, who provides expert insights on whether lash extensions could be a culprit behind blepharitis or styes, shedding light on these frequently asked questions. Additionally, we cover the symptoms of dry eyes, helping you rec...

In this essential episode of our Lash Podcast, we sit down with Chemist Michael Becker to demystify the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA) and its implications for lash manufacturers and distributors. We discuss:FDA Registration Requirements: Learn why it's crucial to register with the FDA as a "responsible person" if you're a manufacturer or distributor. Cosmeti...

A few weeks ago we were at the Lash Boss Summit and PLA announced a big project that they have been working on for quite a while: PROMADE 2.0.One of the big criticisms of promade lash fans is that they do not wrap, and because of that, their lash retention is not as good as that of handmade fans. PLA's PROMADE 2.0 changes all of that with its new patent-pending lash wrapping technology. In to...

This is our UV wrap episode. We started it back in February and have covered every angle we could think of over the last few months. In this episode, Tussanee gives her final thoughts on what we think about UV lights and adhesives. Is this the future or just a passing fad? Is it better or about the same as our standard cyanoacrylate adhesives? Tussanee shares what brands she recommends working wit...

Join Jodi and Alicia from Prolong Lash on a heartfelt exploration of leadership, empathy, and the real grind behind the glitz in today's podcast. Jodi shares an inspiring story about how her team supported her through challenging times, underscoring the profound impact of empathy in leadership. From the exhausting flights to the vibrant connections at LASHCON, we dive into the hustle it takes...

We launched ClubHouse in February and have really enjoyed connecting with our lash community in a way we have never done in anything else we’ve been part of. In today’s episode, we briefly overview what we’ve covered the last three months and why you need to sign up this coming April 29-May 3, when we open the doors for sign-ups again. We’ve spent the last six years serving our lash community thro...

Dive into the bright world of UV lights in this illuminating episode! Join us as our pals from Light Heart Lash, Maddi & Elliott, shed light on their UV adventures. With a vast network of lash artists at their fingertips, they've gathered the inside scoop on what’s hot (and what’s not) in UV technology. Plus, engineer Elliott breaks down the science behind UV lights, sharing his expert in...

Every year, when we wrap up LASHCON, we ask our attendees what they would like to see next year… One of the top requests is that we bring LASHCON to the East Coast because they say no one does events there. Now, that might happen in the next year or two, but until we bring our event out there, there is a huge need for an event to serve the East Coast lash community. In today’s episode, we are exci...

In today's episode, we continue our UV light series with the founders of Lash Apothecary: Olivia Knight, Curtis Knight and Ann Frehner. They have been distributing their OPAL UV light system for a while and have done a lot of research to make sure what they are selling is safe. We have talked to a bunch of lash companies selling UV lights and sadly many have not been able to provide us any in...