LIONESS WEEKENDER COVER STORY
Maison de Beauté Luissandra, an Angolan beauty brand helping women find their best versions through makeup
Luissandra Carvalho is the founder of the Maison de Beauté Luissandra brand in Luanda, Angola. Her inspiration for starting in business came as a result of the desire to fulfill her personal dream of providing women with well-being. Luissandra always wanted to be a channel for the best that each woman can be in terms of beauty, self-love, self-validation. She has always wanted to help women be the best they can with the help of aesthetics, and has been working in the area for 6 years and serving only women. Luissandra has a degree in aesthetics and specialized in makeup.
Lioness Weekender spoke to Luissandra about her entrepreneurial journey, her vision for her brand, and her passion for helping women to become the best versions of themselves.
When did your start your business?
I worked from a very early age on my own, in fact I worked in a kitchen until I was 30 years old. I wanted something that represents me, that brought me closer to the female world. In fact I wanted to be useful to women, that's when I chose makeup as the second training option. I must confess that I am very satisfied with my choice. I graduated from Brazil after three years and never stopped improving. I created Maison and today I dedicate all the time I can to the firmament of my brand in the market.
What does your company do?
I'm focused on training in the makeup area, and I have offer the public a range of specialist services including: foot and hands spa and hairdresser, an exclusive service for brides, photography studio, and a cosmetics and makeup store.
What inspired you to start your company?
I wanted to be wings for women. I wanted to help women find their best versions through makeup techniques.
Why should anyone use your service or product?
My dedication. I work with my soul, with all the energy I have. I apply in my work all my knowledge, all the love I have for women. It's all done with the greatest care, every touch is full of me.
Tell us a little about your team
I work with mostly girls/women, and my collaborators were formed by me, entered as students, then became assistants, and today are professionals. Our relationship is based on respect, there are no titles between us. We are colleagues and I try to maintain the spirit of "it's ours and not mine,” and each of us needs to donate the best we have to grow together. I like to leave them free, despite being formed by me and having the obligation of a contract. I make it clear that only those who like to be here remain. I'm very demanding when it comes to work, and outside of that, I'm super cool with all of them.
Share a little about your entrepreneurial journey. And do you come from an entrepreneurial background?
Yes! I've always been after knowledge, although in the family I don't have an example to follow in this area. Maybe that's exactly what made me choose to be and do differently.
What are your future plans and aspirations for your company?
The future belongs to God! However, I try to be the best I can every day. My dedication has put me on a level I never dreamed of reaching. I stand firm and accept the next level.
What gives you the most satisfaction being an entrepreneur?
The freedom to reinvent myself. I don't need to be a robot programmed for a certain function. I perform numerous functions and the obligation to be good at everything makes me run after the best in terms of knowledge. The freedom to act and make decisions excites me.
What's the biggest piece of advice you can give to other women looking to start-up?
Anything is possible, success is for those who are willing to pay the price. Pay the price and build your story.
To find out more or to contact Luissandra, send an email to: luicarvalho321@gmail.com or visit the company Instagram page: www.instagram.com/mademoiselle_luissandra
