How To Find +$1 Million Business Ideas From Weird Trends (#480)

Covet & Mane

Covet & Mane, founded by Dafina Smith, has become a remarkable success story in the beauty industry. Initially starting in real estate, Dafina transitioned to the beauty sector, leveraging her family's beauty supply store to launch an online hair extension business. Her unique approach involved creating an exclusive invite system for beauty stores, ensuring high-quality products and effective marketing strategies 1. This model has led to impressive growth, with the company achieving $120 million in revenue over its lifespan 2.

Her model is this kind of direct to stylist model. There's a few other businesses that are like this.

--- Shaan Puri

Dafina's charisma and business acumen have positioned her as a potential industry leader, though she remains cautious about pursuing fame 2.

   

Lice Lady

The 'Lice Lady' concept presents a unique and lucrative business model in the realm of mobile lice treatment services. This service caters to families needing lice checks, often required for school re-entry, by providing convenient at-home inspections. The business charges around $300 for a family check, with additional fees for certification, allowing operators to earn significant monthly income 3.

This is like a little model that I think works locally. If it works locally, you could do it in a bunch of locations.

--- Shaan Puri

The model's success is evident in its expansion across multiple states, resembling a franchise system with potential for nationwide growth 4.