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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Links:

https://thecosmoglo.com/

https://maryharcourt.com/