Episodes
Welcome back beauties, it’s 2023 & we can’t believe this is the start of Season 4 for us! Listen as we chat about our podcast rebrand, what our vision for the podcast is for the new year, Helina approaches one year post WLS, gallbladder removal, trend predictions for brows & social media this year, dealing with body comments and weigh loss side effects. Oh, and did someone say Helina started an OnlyFans? TOPICS COVERED: New season, new vibe! Hot girls don’t gatekeep What is 2023...
Published 01/30/23
To wrap up season three, Helina and Shay are back with a hilarious Christmas special for all you beauties. Don’t be surprised if Helina and Shay are on Santa’s naughty list this year. The girls talk about the current generation we live in. Shay is hit with cringy dating flashbacks, Helina shares dating and DM stories we all live for, Tinder also seems to be a topic across this episode, and did someone say they went on a date with a client's ex??? Merry Christmas Beauties, thank you for all of...
Published 12/24/22
The girls sit down and share their experience with Beauty Boss, Mentor and Educator Samara Palazzi from Salon Rising and La Sorella Hair Salon. Throughout this episode Helina and Shay share their raw and intimate 6 week journey together. The highs, the lows and all things business. Learn how different the girls are to work with whilst listening to top tips Samara has for those wanting to scale their business. TOPIC'S COVERED: The reason for Salon Rising Mentoring & EducationWhy you need...
Published 12/19/22
This episode is a fun one because the girls touch on a topic that is probably uncomfortable for a lot of people to talk about, charging your friends and family! Did you see our FIRST ever brow brunch event? The girls may just have something exciting planned ahead in the future. Also, in this episode fresh off a Salon Rising Masterclass call both Helina & Shay dive into the discussion of how important it is to set boundaries in both your personal and work life. TOPICS COVERED: A new set...
Published 12/05/22
The girls are back and they have some issues they want to get off their chest. The last couple of weeks there have been multiple no shows, no calls & no communication from clients and everyone in the brow community is feeling it. Helina & Shay discuss how to limit your no shows, how to take deposits and how to break up with clients that don’t respect you or your business. Sit down, grab a drink and come listen to the girls rant!  TOPICS COVERED: Shay has a message she wants to put...
Published 11/13/22
It’s sp0oO0oky season and the girls are here to share some stories with you all. From horror break ins, the old woman walking up the stairs, Helina's creepy haunted house + more. Light your pumpkin spice or cinnamon candles and get cozy for a Halloween special. TRIGGER WARNING: Break ins, robbery, sexual assault, paranormal activity Do you have a story you want us to share? Send us an email submission at [email protected] Happy Halloween 🎃 TOPICS COVERED: Getting in the mood for...
Published 10/30/22
The girls talk about their social media status in today’s episode! What’s with the Instagram algorithm,  Shay’s recent social media number has begun to climb after months of no movement? Shay and Helina express how overwhelming and challenging it can be as a one man team which has led them into investing in their business even further, and joining a salon mentoring program. Plus, the best phone settings to have your iPhone set to the best quality content!  TOPICS COVERED: Naked Brow...
Published 10/16/22
Join the girls as they chit chat with Lucy the founder of  Lash Rescue, Australia. This episode gets deep real quick as Lucy shares her struggles growing up with type 1 diabetes & mum life, FIFO partner and eating disorder. Lucy has a heart of gold and keeps it real and raw. Tune in to find out what new things are coming for Lash Rescue.  TOPICS COVERED: Who is Lucy? Starting a business in a pandemicWhen and how did Lash Rescue start? The inspiration for the brand? The cost of running...
Published 10/02/22
It’s official, the girls are Timely tied. Listen in on how and why the girls have decided to share their passwords and unlock a new level of friendship. Shay is curious about Helina’s love language so they take a test, you guys remember the ‘smarter than a 5th grader test’… Also here the girls out … A BROW GIRLS BRUNCH DATE, think Pilates & Cafe vibes, tune in to hear it first here about a potential event the girls are planning for the brow community. TOPICS COVERED: Timely accounts...
Published 09/18/22
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 goingSocial Media detoxingSeparating work and personal lifeBrow camp?How business is going and her new staff memberMixing friends & family with...
Published 09/04/22
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: What have...
Published 08/21/22
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 COAST! The...
Published 06/27/22
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, and much...
Published 05/29/22
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 story,...
Published 05/15/22
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 while she had...
Published 05/01/22
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 who are ready...
Published 04/10/22
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 clientsSigning contractsAre business coaches worth it?Renting brow rooms Mobile beauty servicesSalon FitoutsHome salon VS commercial salon Service...
Published 03/27/22
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 tax man,...
Published 03/13/22
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, rejection,...
Published 02/27/22
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 upsets...
Published 02/13/22
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 Bella...
Published 11/28/21
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 TikTok...
Published 11/07/21
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 questionsHow bad was the girl's binge eating disorder? What is more...
Published 10/24/21
“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 bomber come...
Published 10/10/21
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...
Published 09/26/21