Today we’d like to introduce you to Regina Jackson.
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
As a young girl, I loved braiding my doll’s hair. My uncle jokes about me asking to shampoo his hair and I made it happen with what comes out of your mouth (saliva). Yuck, right? That’s where it started. I continued to braid my own hair as well as friends in high school. In 2001, I received a braiding/hairweaving license and went further in 2004 getting my full cosmetology license. I was self-employed for 10 years until I decided to go back into Corporate America. I always did braids, silk presses, and sewn-in extensions on the side, couldn’t stop. In February of 2022, I took an eyelash mastery course, and in May of 2022, I left Corporate America. 817 Lashes + is here and I take pride in getting the hair healthy. I enjoy giving eyelash extension services, from strips to tabs to individual extensions. It’s relaxing for my clients and I.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall, and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It has been a pretty smooth road. We all in the beauty industry experience little bumps in the road. Client cancellations due to health, work, etc. Obtaining more clientele from working sometimes to full time, but that’s business.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I do eyelash extensions & mostly natural hair. I specialize in classic lash extensions & silk presses. I am known as being a healthy hair care specialist and a professional. I am most proud of my accomplishments in this past 5 months. My husband & I purchased top-of-the-line equipment for the salon because I want them to experience the best I can give. I worked late every day to sacrifice where I am now. And I’m not finished. What sets me apart from others is being me! I am a slight perfectionist, so I’m detailed and take my time. I want to give what is asked of me. I hear my silk press service is A1! These are blessed hands indeed!
What would you say has been one of the most important lessons you’ve learned?
Keeping my faith activated at all times & knowing without a doubt that God has me covered. Without that, there’s not much else to have in this business or life period.
Pricing:
- Classic Eyelash Full Set: $100
- Hybrid Eyelash Full Set: $115
- Volume Eyelash Full Set: $130
- Silk Press 13 & up: $65 13 & under: $55
- Undetectable Sew in Extensions: $200
Contact Info:
- Website: www.Styleseat.com/817Lashesplus
- Instagram: 817Lashesplus
- Facebook: fb.me/817lashesplus
