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Breaking Barriers in Beauty, Tisha Thompson's Journey to LYS

Season 2, Ep. 68
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Ready to hear a story of true grit, resilience, and beauty that goes beyond skin deep? In this episode, Paula Sanders sits down with Tisha Thompson, the powerhouse founder of LYS Beauty. With over 20 years in the beauty biz, Tisha’s journey from makeup artistry to creating a groundbreaking clean beauty brand during the height of the pandemic is nothing short of inspiring. 


We’re getting into it all:

  • How she went from finance to makeup artist to beauty boss, and the emotional moment that sparked LYS Beauty.
  • The real challenges (and wins!) of launching a brand during a global pandemic.
  • LYS Beauty’s mission to make affordable, inclusive, clean beauty that’s all about self-love and empowerment. 
  • How the brand’s viral bronzer stick took the beauty world by storm—and why it’s a game-changer.
  • Tips straight from Tisha on how to contour and create that flawless complexion with LYS products.
  • Plus, Tisha’s no-nonsense approach to leadership, building a killer creative team, and her best advice for aspiring beauty entrepreneurs. 


If you’re ready for some beauty inspo, entrepreneurial advice, or just need that extra push to follow your dreams, this episode is the one. Tisha’s story proves that even in the face of personal loss and global uncertainty, there’s always room to create something beautiful.


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Get ready to laugh, learn, and fall in love with Tisha’s story—right here on World’s Your Oysta. You’re going to love it! 


Produced by Peoples Media

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