Illuminating the Lash Industry with CosmoGlo's Founder Mary Harcourt
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In this episode of Not Just Lashes, hosts Shannique and Dixie meet with Mary Harcourt, founder and CEO of CosmoGlo. Mary shares her journey from a frustrated lash artist battling poor lighting to inventing a revolutionary product that transformed the beauty industry. She discusses the inspiration behind CosmoGlo, the challenges of starting a new venture during covid, and the process of taking her idea from a napkin sketch to a bestselling product. Mary’s story of innovation, persistence, and success offers valuable insights and motivation for aspiring entrepreneurs. Tune in to learn about the trials, triumphs, and future plans for CosmoGlo.
00:00 Lighting Struggles and the Birth of an Idea
00:23 Introducing Mary Harcourt
02:07 The Frustrations of a Lash Artist
03:14 The Cocktail Napkin Sketch
09:06 Prototyping and Early Challenges
12:56 COVID-19: A Catalyst for Innovation
14:43 From Prototype to Production
18:08 Launching the Product and Overcoming Hurdles
21:37 Manufacturing and Personal Touch
24:07 The Instruction Manual Fiasco
25:40 Lessons Learned from the First Batch
26:00 Future Plans and Product Development
28:45 Navigating the Pandemic
30:03 Balancing Business and Personal Life
38:49 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
44:24 The Importance of Taking Action
46:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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