What would our industry look like if every artist—no matter their skin tone, background, or story—felt fully seen and celebrated? In this episode, I sit down with Jazmin Riorden, a lash artist, educator, and founder of the Melanated Lash Network, to talk about what inclusion really looks like in the beauty space. We go deep into what it means to make every client, student, and pro feel seen, valued, and welcomed—and how one small ripple of awareness can create a much bigger wave of change. This one’s honest, eye-opening, and full of perspective we all need to hear.

Jazmin shares her journey from the military to aesthetics, how she discovered her voice for advocacy, and why she believes representation is essential. Together, we unpack what beauty professionals can do (and stop doing) to build a more inclusive, connected community. You’ll leave this episode inspired to reflect and take action. 

Hit play now and let’s be the ones who do better because we can.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• What inspired Jazmin to speak up about diversity in the lash industry
• How her military background shaped her leadership and resilience
• What are the biggest visibility gaps for BlPOC beauty pros?
• What language and habits unintentionally make clients feel excluded?
• How can lash artists make their spaces more inclusive right now?
• The mission behind the Melanated Lash Network?
• How giving (and receiving) grace can move the entire industry forward
  
  
  

Follow @beautynartistry and @melanatedlashnetwork to connect with Jazmin and learn more.

More about Jazmin:
Jazmin has been lashing for 8 years and has owned Beauty N Artistry for the last 5 years. She started in the beauty industry 13 years ago doing makeup and after leaving the military went to esthetics school. She has a passion for helping to diversify the beauty industry to make all people feel seen and loved! 

Connect with Jazmin:
Jazmin’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautynartistry/

Melanated Lash Network Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melanatedlashnetwork/

Where We Can Connect:

• Let's be friends on Instagram! www.instagram.com/xoericaschramm

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