Olivor Lash Podcast

Why Success Doesn't Cure a Lash Artist's Anxiety. Does the anxiety ever actually go away once your lash business takes off? Shauna and Mike say no, it just changes shape. In this episode: the anxiety of walking into a new client's appointment, the fear of a one star review, the comparison trap of social media, and the financial rollercoaster of running a business (including the month they needed a...

Mike and Shauna Jones built and scaled a lash company to 154 employees, got sued three to four times a year, and learned to handle difficult clients the hard way. Now they teach it. This conversation covers the part of the lash business no one prepares you for: the client who is always late, the one who hates a flawless full set, the one whose name on the books fills you with dread. Mike and Shaun...

Mike and Shauna built and sold a lash company, and they have been on the receiving end of public criticism most lash artists will never face. So when a new lash tech posts her work in a Facebook group and gets buried in mean comments, they know exactly what that feels like and exactly why it happens. This episode reframes the bashing entirely: the people tearing you down are often projecting their...

Running lash salons since 2016 teaches you one thing fast: the look a client asks for and the look her natural lashes can carry are rarely the same thing. In this episode, Mike and Shauna walk through how they close that gap without losing the client, from the consultation question that prevents a set someone secretly hates, to why they refuse the words "thin" and "damaged" at the station, to the...

UV lash systems are one of the hottest topics in the lash industry and unfortunately, one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, we break down the biggest myths surrounding UV lash extensions, including safety concerns, eye exposure, retention claims, allergies, curing times, and what lash artists need to know before making the switch. If you've heard conflicting information about UV lash tec...

Summer is the season lash artists dread most for retention, and it's usually not a technique problem. Mike and Shauna walk through everything that affects your lash bonds when temps rise: humidity, sweat, oils, saltwater, and how your adhesive storage plays into it. They cover how to run a mini consultation with returning clients, when to swap primer in for saline, how to adjust your glue dot timi...

At Olivor Lash we get asked all the time: “What’s the best lash glue for retention?” The truth is… there isn’t one perfect adhesive for everyone. In this episode, we break down: • Fast drying vs slower drying adhesives • Flexible retention vs rigid bonding • Humidity and temperature differences • Why some artists struggle with retention • How to choose the RIGHT glue for your lashing style • Which...

You are training your customer to look for a sale. In this episode, Mike and Shauna talk about why discount culture is destroying the lash industry and how to build a business that doesn't need it. Olivor Lash classes are open. Beginner to advanced, online and in person. Reserve your spot for $250 at olivorlash.com.

Shauna and Mike Jones built LivBay Lash into an eight-figure brand while quietly navigating a federal indictment, financial devastation, and starting over from scratch. In this episode, they break down what's actually changed in the lash industry in 2026, why organic content is outperforming paid media, and how to use AI to grow your business before it costs you years. What we cover: how hooks and...

What does lash adhesive actually contain? Is UV glue really safer? And why does everyone keep blaming retention issues on the glue? Shawna and Mike of Olivor Lash cut through the marketing noise and give you the science, the red flags to watch for when shopping for adhesive, and the honest answers the industry tends to avoid. Shop lash supplies: olivorlash.com Join the Lash Takeover Facebook group...

Not all lash classes are created equal and Mike and Shauna have the horror stories to prove it. In this episode, they break down how to find a lash training program worth your money, what to look for before you sign up, and what it really takes to build a class that produces skilled artists. Plus: the hot take on taking a lash class before you even get licensed, and the time the Nevada State Board...

If you’re still taking 2–3 hours per set… this is costing you money. In this episode, we break down exactly how to lash faster WITHOUT sacrificing quality — the same methods we’ve used to scale in the lash industry. Most lash artists think speed comes with time… but that’s not true. It comes from fixing a few key mistakes that are slowing you down. We’re covering: • The biggest mistakes keeping yo...

If you’re a lash artist struggling to increase your income, this episode is going to change the game. We break down exactly how to make more money as a lash artist — without working longer hours or burning out. From pricing strategies and client retention to upsells, retail, and building real leverage in your business… this is what actually moves the needle. Whether you’re fully booked or just sta...

If you’re struggling with hiring, paying, or promoting lash artists… this is the real system we use. In this episode, we break down exactly how we hire the right people, when to give raises (and when NOT to), and how to promote lash artists without hurting your business. Most salon owners either overpay too early or hold back too long—and both will cost you. We’ve built teams, made mistakes, and r...

What does it actually feel like to no longer own the company you built from the ground up? In this episode, we open up about our experience building LivBay, what it was like stepping away, and how we’re approaching business differently this time around. We also answer your biggest lash business questions, including: How to actually get more lash clients What we’d do differently if we started over...

From Behind the Lash Chair. This podcast is for salon owners, beauty professionals, and entrepreneurs who want to build a thriving beauty business. We talk about the real side of the beauty industry — growing a salon, building a lash business, attracting clients, and turning a chair into a successful brand. If you’re an esthetician, cosmetologist, or beauty entrepreneur looking to level up your bu...

In this episode, we break down the growing trend of UV lash extensions and why so many lash artists are talking about them. We discuss how UV lash systems work, why they’re gaining popularity for improving lash retention, and the potential benefits like instant curing and fewer stickies. We also talk honestly about the controversy, safety concerns, and lack of long-term studies, along with tips fo...

Struggling to find clients in the lash industry? The truth is, it’s not over saturation, it’s marketing mistakes. In this episode, we break down the most common marketing mistake lash artists make and how it’s costing you bookings. We share free, scrappy client-attraction strategies you can use today, plus smart paid ad tactics that actually convert. You’ll also learn why retention matters more th...

We're back. Where have Mike and Shauna been? We missed you guys and we are ready to tell all.

In Episode 3 of the Podcast we breakdown some common reasons why you aren't retaining clients. Trust me, I've been there! I know this short podcast will add value to your business, in any stage.

Episode 2, discussing all the craziness of this past season. This is an episode you want to lean in to.

The Last Season has been CRAZY - Livbay Update by Olivor Lash Podcast

This episode we share how you can get good reviews and what to do when you get bad ones!

Have you ever found yourself having terrible lash retention? Well, it's not your glue and not your tweezers. In this episode, Shauna and Mike talk about why so many lash artists have terrible lash retention and what can be done to improve.

Working over crappy work - Foreign lash fills by Olivor Lash Podcast