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What does it really take to open your own beauty business at just 23 years old — on a UK high street ? In this episode of Keep Your Nose In My Business , host Tina Williams heads to Maldon High Street, Essex , to meet Lucy Victoria Rush , founder of LVR Beauty Lounge . Born and raised in Maldon, Lucy shares her inspiring journey from teaching herself nails at 14 via YouTube to opening her own nail and beauty salon after seven years in the industry. We talk about: ✨ Starting a business young✨ Learning outside of college & university✨ Standing out in a competitive beauty market✨ Running a high street salon post-COVID✨ Customer service, marketing & word of mouth✨ Balancing life when you are the business ✨ Future plans including training courses & multiple salons This episode is packed with real talk for small business owners , beauty professionals, and anyone dreaming of working for themselves — especially in Essex . 📍 Recorded on location in Maldon, Essex 📲 Find Lucy on Instagram: @lvrbeautylounge_x 🔔 Follow the podcast for more real stories from local entrepreneurs ⭐ Leave a review to support independent businesses