Coming to the scene as a self-taught lash artist in 2008, Michelle Nguyen knew how difficult it could be to truly break into the beauty industry. She has continuously studied the art and science of eyelashes and was able to be double-certified through Lash Inc. and NALA. After running her salon for 6 years, Michelle ultimately decided to sell it to focus on Paris Lash Academy — a way to share her vast experience with lash artists worldwide. She is proud to own multiple lash manufacturers in Vietnam, where she was born and raised on a coffee farm. These manufacturers allow Michelle to give back to her community, providing jobs for over 700 women who would otherwise be working in harsh farming environments. Since launching PLA about 4 years ago in her father’s garage, it has grown exponentially. Education has always been at the forefront of Michelle’s mission, so calling her business an academy is no coincidence. Through PLA, Michelle can teach fellow beauty professionals no matter where they are in their journey and provide private labeling opportunities as well. She loves being able to give back to the industry by being a resource to anyone who needs support or guidance. To stay on top of current beauty trends, Michelle has attended multiple lash and beauty events, including LashCon, and has also been featured on the LashCast podcast. Michelle is a proud mother of two children, loves murder mystery shows, and would love to retire on a farm someday.