Send us a text Sharelle is back in the recording studio to catch the girls up! New staff, a new company, new products and a whole bunch more. Sharelle is the founder and owner of Lash Aesthetics and she discusses everything you need to know about finding inspiration and creating your own, niche product. TOPICS COVERED Sharelle let’s the girls know how life is going Social Media detoxing Separating work and personal life Brow camp? How business is going and her new staff member Mixing friends &am...
Sep 04, 2022•58 min•Season 3Ep. 22
Send us a text The girls are back for season three, but this time they’re changing things up! Catch up with Helina and Shay as they get down and dirty, speaking all things real, raw & raunchy. Is the brow community changing? Helina launches her first online brow masterclass! Shay went on an awkward date with a girl and she rocked up into the salon… Helina also went on a first date and the man was highly intoxicated and offering naughty substances… AWKWARD. Season three baby! TOPICS COVERED: ...
Aug 21, 2022•54 min•Season 3Ep. 21
Send us a text Boys, you probably want to switch off for this one. In this episode the girls wrap up on everything that the podcast has been for them so far. Mid year blues, getting deep in period talk, literally. Has Helina lifted her celibacy, we have all been waiting for this check in?! Shay brings to our attention why it’s so important to have an online booking system. It’s also that time of year all business owners dread…TAX TIME. Oh, and you heard it here first, HELINA’S MOVING TO THE GOLD...
Jun 27, 2022•51 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Send us a text In this episode the girls have their first ever international guest speaker, BROWENVY! We can confirm the time difference was more challenging for Gee, but this episode is basically 3 brow artists, chatting all things about the industry. We learn how Australia looks different through someone who is based in the UK, are we behind trends or is the UK? Gee tells us how she started her brow career, how she runs her salon and the umbrella of everyone inside ‘Face of Envy’ her brow icks...
May 29, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Send us a text Are the girls smarter than a fifth grader? Listen to find out and see (we will give you a hint, Helina is not). Helina gives us a run down as to why she hasn’t been as present on social media due to some health issues post surgery. Shay changes her mind about having staff & has now hired her first brow artist for The Naked Brow. The girls have a trip down memory lane with some funny story times from a previous photoshoot & Shay accidentally uploading a nudie pic on her sto...
May 15, 2022•39 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Send us a text One of the most highly requested episode topics is finally here, and it’s not about brows! Both the girls open up about having weight loss surgery in their early 20's. You get to listen to Shay’s perspective of being 4 years post gastric sleeve & then from Helina who is 12 weeks post gastric bypass! Listen how the girls discuss mental health about the subject of having such a life changing surgery, how their bodies have changed, Helina dives into explaining her pre op diet whi...
May 01, 2022•59 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Send us a text It’s finally time, the girls are here today to sit down and give you all an insight as to what it is like fitting out your own beauty salon. Shay created her 92sm salon just under a year ago and did it within one month. A huge job but she shares all costs, procedures and tax right offs in the hope that it helps others who chose to go commercial. Helina on the other hand, she’s talking all things home salon based. Insurance, security and built in sinks. A perfect listen to those wh...
Apr 10, 2022•45 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Send us a text The big sister advice you need to make it in the brow industry. It's hard out there, being your own boss is challenging at the best of times but throw in the mix of crappy clients, scary contracts and the tax man coming after your money, Helina & Shay are here to help with their big sister brow advice. TOPICS COVERED: Opening up with new clients Signing contracts Are business coaches worth it? Renting brow rooms Mobile beauty services Salon Fitouts Home salon VS commercial sal...
Mar 27, 2022•55 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Send us a text The girls sit down and chat with the owner of Lasorella Hair Salon on the Gold Coast which is widely known as one of the most popular salons around town. Samara Palazzi has over 10+ staff members, over a decade of loyal clients, a recently renovated $150,000 salon and about to birth her third baby?! Talk about super mum. Samara shares the beginning of her hairdresser journey from where it all started to now. All the ups and downs of having multiple staff members, run ins with the ...
Mar 13, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Send us a text This episode the girls have a very special guest, Dom Richardson. Dom is Shay’s man, together they answer some questions in regards to their relationship. TOPICS COVERED: Who is Dom? How Shay and Dom meet? First date vibes When did Shay know Dom was the real deal? Dom’s achievements Helina deals with backlash after spreading awareness about client no shows An outsiders point of view on “no shows” Helina updates us on her surgery journey 2022 is the year of Helina Heartache, reject...
Feb 27, 2022•58 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Send us a text The girls discuss their experiences with turning away clients for reasons such as bringing in children, clients coming in sick and straight up rude people. Oh also, did you know Shay & Helina have toxic traits… WHAT? This is news to us. Topics Covered: Our first international sponsor Helina shares life changing surgery experience Condescending compliments Behind the scenes talk of our season two shoot What do the girls have planned next? Standing by your honesty even if it ups...
Feb 13, 2022•52 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Send us a text The girls sit down in the studio to discuss their tactics to not over working during the silly season, as well as opening up the discussion as to whether you should give your clients gifts or not. Most importantly, the girls get deep and personal as Helina mourned her facial cleanser bottle and Shay had a stranger dig KFC chicken out of her crouch. You know we had to end Season One with bang! TOPICS COVERED: Client gifts through Christmas Not working over time Thank you to sponsor...
Nov 28, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Send us a text The girls sit down with Christie Cameron from the critically acclaimed salon SSKIN who is the leading Best Beauty Therapist on the Gold Coast. Christie shares her top secrets on creating a holistic skin service approach and discusses her favourite products for all to enjoy. TOPICS COVERED: Who is Christie Cameron? Christie’s career journey and background How did Christie develop her love for skin? Holistic treatments and Reiki Healing Skin needling treatments Active ingredients Ti...
Nov 07, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Send us a text Part two is here! This episode is dedicated to Shay’s weight-loss journey as she shares the ups and downs of a life changing surgery. Tummy tucks, breast lifts & augmentations are also a topic of discussion. In fact, it doesn’t just stop there! Binge eating disorder, body dysmorphia, stress and anxiety, all the tough topics that need to be openly discussed on a safe platform. (Part 2 of 2) TOPICS COVERED: Answering your questions How bad was the girl's binge eating disorder? W...
Oct 24, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Send us a text “Hi I’m bulldozer & hi I’m bomber” HAHAHAHA This episode is dedicated to Shay’s weight-loss journey as she shares the ups and downs of this a changing surgery. Tummy tucks, breast lifts & augmentations are also a topic of discussion. In fact, it doesn’t just stop there! Binge eating disorder, body dysmorphia, stress and anxiety, all the tough topics that need to be openly discussed on a safe platform. (Part 1 of 2) TOPICS COVERED: Where did the nicknames bulldozer and bomb...
Oct 10, 2021•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 8
Send us a text The girls are back with another incredible guest speaker, Sharelle the owner of Miss Lash Official. Tune in as Shay & Helina find out how Sharelle started from a young age in business, built her dream salon, operating with multiple staff members and now onto creating a product range! TOPICS COVERED: Who is Sharelle? The empire Miss Lash Official, what is it and when did she get started? How did the girl's friendship start? Sharelle’s experience building her dream salon. Staff ...
Sep 26, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Send us a text What is the #1 thing Helina & Shay can’t stand about running a business? PEOPLE THAT NO SHOW. Grab your wine, popcorn, pen & paper as you listen to the girls chat about their no show experiences and what they implement in order to reduce this problem. TOPICS COVERED: Protecting your business with deposits Implementing an online booking system What is Timely Pay? Client loyalty programs Demanding clients Enforcing your cancellation policy Stop downplaying your occupation Wh...
Sep 12, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Send us a text Sole trader, partnerships, companies, SMSF - what does this all mean? Let the girls educate you on all things business start ups in this episode with guest speaker Tanesha Reed, director of East Coast Incorporations. Over 7+ years in the industry, she is here to help all you beauties get your business start up sorted. Contact Tanesha: 0450 017 533 www.eastcoastinc.com.au East Coast Incorporations Facebook Page Gold Coast, Australia Thank you for supporting the Barefaced and Naked ...
Aug 29, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Send us a text The girls have a treat for all their listeners this episode! Helina & Shay have their first guest speakers, Anthea and Jo, the power couple who own Bella Beauty Professional. The girls hit Anthea and Jo with questions about running a brow supply business, as well as being a couple in biz & new parents! TOPICS COVERED: Who is Bella Beauty Professional? How did the idea of Bella Beauty begin? Life before Bella Beauty Professional Let’s talk all about products! Sourcing and s...
Aug 09, 2021•48 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Send us a text Strap in, the girls have some fun ranting to do this episode. Have you ever experienced impostor syndrome, someone copying your creative ideas word for word? Or how about beauty supply stores just not delivering the goods? What about another brow artist not agreeing with a certain product you use and having something to say about it? The girls are here to discuss it! As an added bonus, Shay and Helina share hilarious experiences from other brow artists and their embarrassing stori...
Jul 26, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Send us a text Strap in beauties and get your glass of wine, this episode is a big one! Australian Brow Professionals Helina and Shay tell you their secrets on how to become your own boss, build a strong clientele and explain the fundamentals to owning a business. TOPICS COVERED: What inspired Helina and Shay to become a brow professionals How did Helina and Shay start in the beauty industry? Should I do mobile if I can’t afford to rent a space? First steps to starting a business The background ...
Jul 12, 2021•55 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Send us a text Australian brow professionals Helina & Shay are here to spill the tea on all things beauty, business & lifestyle. In episode 1, the girls discuss how they got started in the industry, what they wish they knew from the beginning, must have products for brow artists and plenty more! TOPICS COVERED: Get to know the girls How Shay & Helina met? Who is suitable for this podcast? What to expect from this podcast How the girls started in the industry Helina & Shays bigges...
Jun 22, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 1
