Behind the Chair: Wild Moments, Juicy Gossip + Laughs

If you’ve ever wondered what really happens behind the chair, buckle up. In this hilarious and brutally honest episode of the Beauty Lab Podcast, Velia and Monina dish on their wildest, most jaw-dropping experiences from over two decades in the beauty industry.

 

 

 

The Embarrassing Firsts

Velia shares the time she was mistaken for a shampoo girl during her first men's haircut—then got grilled by the client who didn’t believe she was licensed. Spoiler: she crushed the haircut, but still ended up crying in the bathroom after he relentlessly picked on every detail.

The Trolley Curb Incident

Yes, you read that right. The duo used to run a mobile salon business called Derailed Beauty Trolley—and once drove it straight into a curb on the set of Married at First Sight. Let’s just say candles, supplies, and nerves went flying.

Client Drama and Standing Up for Yourself

From being told, “At least it’s clean,” after working tirelessly on a blowout, to defending each other against rude clients and industry shade, these women have seen it all—and aren’t afraid to clap back when needed. (Velia’s magic wand comeback? Legendary.)

Drugstore Hair Products That Actually Work

This episode isn’t just fun and games—they share real talk about drugstore hair products too:

Hair Products Worth Buying:

• Good: Waterproof mascara, lip liners, lipsticks, some shampoos and conditioners depending on your hair type.
  

• Not So Great: Spray leave-in conditioners that build up, cheap hairsprays that take forever to dry or hold too hard.
  

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re a stylist, a beauty junkie, or just love a little juicy gossip with your conditioner recs, this episode is for you.

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Wanna watch Velia and Monina doll up the bride on Married By My Mom and Dad on TLC Season 2, Episode 9.