From Beauty to Beyond: A Nepali Beautician's European Dreams

Hi everyone, I’m reaching out for advice as I navigate a career crossroads.

3 min readBeauty

You know, sometimes the most glamorous journeys aren't the ones with the red carpet rolled out from the start. They're the ones where you're figuring it out, a little bit of chaos mixed with a whole lot of confidence. That’s exactly what we’re seeing in this story from our fellow traveler, ziva655. Coming from Nepal with over six years of experience making people feel fabulous through lash extensions, skincare, and all things beauty, their dream is to take that talent and build a bigger, brighter future abroad. It’s a goal that’s both aspirational and incredibly relatable, isn't it? We've all had those moments where we look at the horizon and think, "There's gotta be more out there for me."

The path ziva655 is considering is a masterclass in strategic pivoting. After a roadblock with medical requirements for the UAE, they're not throwing in the towel; they're surveying the landscape and plotting a new course. The idea of becoming a caregiver in Europe as a stepping stone to a beauty career is a clever one, acknowledging that sometimes you need to enter through a different door to get to your ultimate destination. It’s the kind of outside-the-box thinking that takes real grit and a dash of humor to navigate. It’s about finding your way, even when the most direct route is closed off. This isn't about settling; it's about reimagining the journey.

The questions ziva655 is asking – about the viability of the caregiver route, the ease of switching careers, and whether to forge ahead or explore alternatives – are so spot-on. It’s that moment of honest reflection where the big decisions feel, well, big. This isn't just about time and money; it's about investing in a dream. And that’s where we can all step in, offering our own experiences and insights. Because while the glamour of high fashion might seem a world away from the practicalities of immigration and career changes, the underlying spirit is the same: it's about ambition, resilience, and the unwavering belief that you deserve to shine, no matter where you start. Let's help ziva655 find their runway.

From Beauty

I’m from Nepal and I have 6+ years of experience working as a beautician (mainly lashes, skincare, and other beauty services). My goal is to go abroad and build a better career and income.

I previously tried to go to the United Arab Emirates, but due to an old healed TB scar, I couldn’t pass the medical requirements. So now I’m exploring other options.

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