Nothing helps create success more than support. And when women get behind each other, that’s when the magic truly happens.
So in celebration of International Women’s Day (March 8), we’ve gathered together the best life and career advice from our favourite female beauty bosses.
Get ready to be inspired…
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Emily Weiss, Founder of Glossier and Into The Gloss
Speaking to the Huffington Post, Emily said when starting a business ” you really have to have a strong point of view and a differentiated idea.”
“[It has to be strong enough] to make someone understand, particularly a room full of men, who aren’t necessarily beauty consumers, understand something that is foreign to them and understand why something like Glossier is different than what is out there.” She also revealed her favourite quote: ‘In the end you will discover it was never random.’ “I think that’s another nice way of saying, everything happens for a reason. Your destiny will reveal itself and it’s a roller coaster and you just have to ride it.”More recently, Emily spoke to Vogue about how her advice to budding entrepreneurs has changed as we near the end of the pandemic. “Everything has changed so much – even what is important to people and how they want to prioritise their time has shifted. It’s no longer about grinding it out at all costs, or about desire – it’s about purpose.”
Despite being valued at $1.8 billion in July 2021, Emily’s greatest moments haven’t been attached to the numbers but rather to the impact she’s made on people’s lives. “If I was to give advice around entrepreneurship now, I’d say make sure there’s a real purpose behind what it is that you’re working on. And make sure you stay really focused and connected on that purpose, and find people around you who are genuinely excited about that purpose.”
Huda Kattan, Founder of Huda Beauty
Through her rise to Internet fame and becoming a beauty mogul, Huda says the biggest lesson she’s learned is, “Not to be confined by your own limitations. That is the biggest hurdle holding people back.”
When it comes to business she also cited the importance of a good support system. “You need a team who really, truly believes that the impossible is possible, and will do everything in their power to make those things happen,” she told USA Today.
Indie Lee, Founder of Indie Lee Skincare
“Always believe in yourself and what you are creating. There will be ups and downs, but don’t let a few closed doors derail you from following your dreams,” says Indie, who overcame a rare brain tumour before launching her brand.
“Being an entrepreneur is a lot of late nights and long hours, but again if you love what you do, those times evolve from difficult moments into rewarding lessons. Also, don’t be afraid to ask for help. Knowing what you don’t know and asking others to help can be a superpower.”
Tata Harper, Founder of Tata Harper Skin Care
“Truly think about making a product that helps people live better lives, instead of making more of the same,” says Tata, whose natural beauty brand has gone from strength to strength over the last decade.
“Always think about how your work and contribution will make the world a better place. Always seek answers and be curious and care about bettering the lives of others with what you make.”
Zanna Roberts Rassi, Co-founder of MILK Makeup
Zanna Roberts Rassi has had one of the most enviable careers, from beauty editor, to E! presenter and now founder of MILK Makeup.
Speaking to Who What Wear on the biggest obstacle to overcome, she said: “I had to get over my fear of speaking up. I realised there was a reason I had a seat at that big table. I learned the hard way that if you don’t speak up, someone else will. Or worse, they will take your idea as their own.”
Zoe Foster Blake, Author and Founder of Go-To
The Mecca Memo asked Zoe what life advice she wants to instil in her children. And what’s good enough for Sonny and Rudy, is good enough for us:
“You are enough. Also: What you think about, you bring about.”
How are you celebrating International Women’s Day?
Some great advice from some truly Remarkable Women Thank You BH what a wonderful Article of Inspiring Women for International Women's Day.
What amazing inspirational women!
Some great advice from some great women. How will I be celebrating International Women’s Day?…I haven’t really given it much thought to be honest
Love to see women who are successful in business.
It’s nice to hear some advice
Love reading about successful women!
I love Zoe. Shes a beauty inside and out.
Great positive and confident, goal driven company developers here!
Go ladies!
I don't celebrate any named day. Just today. Every today. As a kid and a teen remember making and buying gifts for my mom for 8th of March (miracle woman, powerhouse and a creator of literally everything, a Goddess) all until she was gone.
Very inspirational!
I always hear about International Women's Day when it's over. I liked Tata Harper's life advice.
Great to hear some good advice!
It's cool to have an International Women's Day!
Happy International Womens Day Ladies, I only found about it the other day. Not doing much, might to to the movies with a friend tonight.
My 12 year old daughter needs to follow Zanna’s advice and speak up! She is a person worth knowing! She is smart and funny and others will know that if she speaks up!
Omg, Zoe is Queen!!
Some good advice there.
Pretty sensible advice – thank you.
What a lovely day
We are fortunate to have some truly inspiring women from all walks of life all over the world.
Nice advice from some great women!
I love and am envious of their determination.
Great practical advice, love it!
Thank you for the lovely article. Very motivational
Without social media they would be invisible. Not being into it and not having tv for over 15 years, I mostly know of these things trough BH.
Good article about inspirational women.
Good thoughts here though these are brands I haven’t heard of
The only person I know is Zoe Foster Blake, but I don’t know any of the other Women and didn’t know that they had, Skin Care Products.
Celebrating international womens day.. hmm.. I didn’t know that was a thing. But i would spend it with mum who is inspiring to me.
Loe to read and gear about all the new and exciting Aussie brands
Great article
This is all pretty solid advice.
I don’t celebrate International Women’s Day.
Interesting read…
Great to see these inspiring women.
Good advice from these ladies!