Tea Time with Janice

How To Become A Celebrity Makeup Artist

How do you go from feeling invisible in a new country tobecoming a sought-after celebrity makeup artist with your own agency and beautyline?In this episode, celebrity makeup artist KellyZhang shares her incredible journey from growing up in Henan,China to moving to the U.S., navigating life between two cultures, and building confidence through beauty and creativity. She reveals the early challenges of starting out, how she turned a creative dream into a reality, and the perseverance it took to finally break into the celebrity world.Kelly’s story is a powerful reminder that success rarelyhappens overnight. It took 12 years of dedicationbefore Kelly landed her first celebrity clients, including Chriselle Lim, Sherry Cola, Amy Liu and Jenn Tran. We talk about:Growing up between two cultures and learning to embrace identityLetting go of expectations and saying “yes” to your dream careerThe early hustle of starting your own business Her big break: 12 years later Tips for Asian makeup The secret to building a lasting brand And OBVIOUSLY the most important question: If you could only use one product, forthe rest of your life, what would it be?

The Story of Labubus

We love to say success comes from hard work but the truth is, timing might be the biggest factor no one talks about. In this episode, we break down the story of Kasing Lung, the creator behind the world’s most viral collectible: Labubus, and how he quietly worked for YEARS before seeing mainstream success at nearly 50 years old.Behind Labubu’s viral rise is a deeper story: one of slow success, timing/luck, and an economic concept called the lipstick effect.

Turning 30 and Still Figuring Life Out? You're Not Alone.

Everyone says “age is just a number” until that number is 30 and life feels maybe even more chaotic than your early 20s.This episode is for anyone who thought they'd have it all figured out by now and instead…well, you’re here. BUT WITH ME!! HAHAH We’ll dive into the disconnect between childhood expectations and adult realities. It’s about letting go of unrealistic timelines, embracing the chaos, and redefining what it means to “make it.”

Does Chasing Your Dream Make You…Spoiled?

What if you’re just not built for the “safe” path everyone else seems to be on? What if that practical, stable corporate career that’s supposed to feel secure just… makes you feel stuck and unsettled?In this episode, I’m getting real about the messy middle: the uncertainty, the guilt, and the luxury of chasing a creative dream instead of staying on the traditional path. I share the unfiltered truth about “following your passion” as a high-achieving woman in her late 20s or 30s and why it’s not as glamorous as it looks. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re too old to start over or questioned if your dream job is worth the risk, this one’s for you!

Tea Time with a Beauty Founder: Celebrity Clients, Betrayal, and Building a Beauty Empire

Everyone talks about the freedom of being your own boss, but no one prepares you for the loneliness, sacrifice, and self-doubt that comes with building your dream from scratch. Deborah is a licensed esthetician with over 20 years of experience. She has two spas and a sugar manufacturing company, but it didn’t come easy or quick. This week, she takes us on the emotional rollercoaster of building her sugaring empire from nothing. She shares how her business was suddenly stolen from her with NO notice, how she rebuilt and pivoted during COVID, and what it’s really like working with celebrity clients. We also dive into who she was before becoming the “Sugar Mama,” and who she’s learning to be beyond it.SHE CRIED, we laughed—you don’t want to miss this one! For ALL your skincare needs, check out Sugar Mama: Instagram@theskindenbysugarmama@sugarmamaproWebsitehttps://skindenbysugarmama.com/