Today we’d like to introduce you to Yvonna Vaughn-Johnson.
Yvonna, before we jump into specific questions about the business, why don’t you give us some details about you and your story.
I started lashing about two years ago. My #1 supporter, my husband helped me get there. He has been the rock. Having a family of my own and a husband like mines I can take on the world. I was always working a 9-5 before I met him. Yes, you are going to hear me say husband a lot because I am proud to be able to experience black love. Having a child at 16, I made me grow up early but also appreciate a lot. So my brand is another baby of mines. Having that support to attend aesthetics school full time wasn’t always a dream but it became one. If I wanted to give my clients full service all around, I had to learn, make mistakes, and become better. I love lashing. Making women feel beautiful is what I do. Facials and waxing is an add on which I’m taking to a whole new level ladies. Vegan everything! I have one more step and that’s my license. I wake up and thank god for my family and my brand. It’s who I am as a woman!
Has it been a smooth road?
My advice to any ladies that want to get in the aesthetic side of the world is to stay consistent! If I could lash for free, I would because it’s my peace. Do something you love not because it’s fast money because you will have many miserable days.
We’d love to hear more about The Wink Queen.
I specialize in lashes, facials and waxing. But I’m known for lash extensions. What sets me apart is my brand is based off word of mouth yes, I’m on social media but I can say all of my clients were from word of mouth.
Do you think there are structural or other barriers impeding the emergence of more female leaders?
The biggest barriers for women is hate! I never seen so many women against each other when we’re supposed to build each other up! If you at my table you are going to eat too. Support is my biggest thing. It’s enough money for everyone!
Pricing:
- Lashes Starting at 70$
- Facials starting at 40$
- Waxing starting at 15$
Contact Info:
- Website: https://square.site/book/8DT78PGD44EFP/the-wink-queen-houston-tx
- Phone: 3469718598
- Email: yvonnavaughn@gmail.com
- Instagram: Thewinkqueen
- Facebook: Yvonna Vaughn Johnson
Image Credit:
Crystelle Tatum (model)
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