Autumn 2024

Jun22596 20 | LUXlife Magazine Success Begins with the Idea The journey to success can begin with a single idea. For makeup mogul Ashley Opoku, this was exactly the case. Starting her journey as an independent makeup artist, to now owning and operating the leading provider of hair, cosmetics, and spa supplies, Ashley can attest to the power of following your dreams. Below, we take a look at just how Ashley earned her spot in the Top 10 Leaders in Beauty 2024. From a young age, Ashley Opoku knew that she was destined for great things. Originally, she dreamt of becoming an editor-in-chief and worked hard to achieve such ambitious goals. With a passion for fashion and beauty, Ashley knew that she wanted to empower others to embrace their own styles and uniqueness. As she got older, however, Ashley realised that her true calling was within makeup artistry. She found immense joy in boosting the confidence of those around her and joined Mary Kay Beauty as an Independent Consultant. By investing in herself, Ashley was able to save for her future whilst inspiring those around her. As a makeup artist, Ashley was fully engaged in her craft. She worked hard to continually sharpen her skills and improve, whilst maintaining a close eye on the latest beauty trends and techniques. In the cosmetic industry, what is popular today may not always be popular tomorrow, especially in the digital world. Makeup artists must constantly monitor emerging trends to remain up to date in such a competitive landscape. Alongside learning cosmetics, Ashley has also worked to achieve a remarkable educational background, with qualifications from a full

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