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Handling a Viral Bridal TikTok Moment with Grace and Turning It into Opportunity: with Kandra Jones.

Send us Fan Mail In the latest episode of The Makeup Insider, I chat with San Diego-based artist Kandra Jones about her inspiring journey—from dreaming of teaching second grade to building her bridal beauty empire, Twirly Shears. 🌟 Highlights include:  ✨ Her leap into cosmetology and 20+ years in salon work  ✨ The natural glam philosophy behind Twirly Shears  ✨ Navigating viral moments with grace (yes, we talk about *that* TikTok video!)  ✨ Advice for aspiring bridal artists: patience, practice, and passion!  Kandra's story is a masterclass in turning challenges into opportunities and creating a thriving career through resilience and vision. The Hair Edit Waitlist  Weekly Newsletter  Follow TMI on IG  Follow Vanessa on IG The Makeup Insider Blog  The Makeup Insider TikTok The Gifting Checklist   

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  Inside Edit with Katie Moore's Kit: Merit, Westman Atelier and more.

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  I Grew Almost 2,000 Followers in 5 Weeks. Here's What Actually Worked.

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  You Were Born Enough: Adam Garland on Small Towns, Big Industry, and Letti…

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  25 Years, No Rules, No Regrets — with Max May

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  The Inside Edit - From Retail Counter to Global Artistry: How Tannia T Bui…

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  From the Mecca Counter to Agency Repped with Kiana Mei

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  Set Secrets: What Every Hair and Makeup Artist Needs to Know About Working…

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  The Insider Edit: Kit Faves & Why You Need to Back Yourself

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  Welcome to The Insider Diaries: Where I have actually been for the last si…

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  Why Taste Level Beats Technique Every Time, with Molly Warkentin

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  Insider Edit: The 5 Products Pro MUAs Can't Work Without