How I Started A $700K Beauty Company At 14 Years Old | The Ground Up

In October 2018, Aaliyah Arnold founded her online beauty and skin care brand @BossUpCosmetics when she was only 14 years old. Now at 18 years old, the Houston native expanded her line-up, offering a wide selection of products from eyeshadow pallets and lipsticks to blushes to brushes, along with her signature lip glosses. With over 1.5 million followers on TikTok, she shares a behind the scenes peek into her business where she received shoutouts from pop artist @MeghanTrainor and makeup artist @JamesCharles.
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  • @shockwavetim5222
    @shockwavetim5222 Жыл бұрын

    That's my cousin ya'll. Starting a business On her own.

  • @DianaQ444

    @DianaQ444

    Жыл бұрын

    I follow her on tik tok that’s how I came cross her ❤

  • @MichelleCaines

    @MichelleCaines

    10 ай бұрын

    I love the support ❤ so beautiful, I love the passion

  • @quokka_yt

    @quokka_yt

    10 ай бұрын

    Do you get a family discount? Lol.

  • @sagehenderson7493

    @sagehenderson7493

    9 ай бұрын

    Then why this not pined

  • @helenvea9107

    @helenvea9107

    9 ай бұрын

    God bless. Blessings are going up

  • @joann3190
    @joann3190 Жыл бұрын

    “Even though they are kids, there kids that know what they are doing.” Exactly, you can’t just excuse their bad behaviour for being kids! I blame their parents, to be honest. But, glad she is getting recognized! She deserve all the best!❤

  • @HKAMILAH
    @HKAMILAH9 ай бұрын

    So proud of her and I don’t know her, I’m 25 and she’s motivating me 🤍

  • @heyjamestina

    @heyjamestina

    9 ай бұрын

    Right!🥹

  • @samanthareviere3243

    @samanthareviere3243

    4 ай бұрын

    She’s on tictok

  • @lilzuplada1564
    @lilzuplada15649 ай бұрын

    I hope that this lady inspires this generation to make something of themselves and learn priority.

  • @BEWISHMINT
    @BEWISHMINT4 ай бұрын

    She’s such a huge inspiration and I absolutely LOVE how her entire family helps support her business. Everyone from her mom down to her cousins help her run the business. I’m so happy for her success. The negative comments she gets I believe are from individuals who don’t have a supportive family, it’s easy to feel a way when you have zero support from those around you. Nonetheless, allow this young woman to motivate you so you can be great too! ❤❤❤❤

  • @kandycandy1
    @kandycandy14 ай бұрын

    What a beautiful thing to see that a young lady has her own successful business! So proud of her! ❤

  • @nicoleford4654
    @nicoleford46545 ай бұрын

    I'm 49 and you inspire me so much young lady!!❤️

  • @cali.girllivinnnevada8
    @cali.girllivinnnevada89 ай бұрын

    I think it’s absolutely heartbreaking when kids bully each other for things that they have absolutely no control over or can’t change…..💔

  • @justlikeyou4817
    @justlikeyou48177 ай бұрын

    She is an inspiration for this generation .

  • @CrackedSociety
    @CrackedSociety8 ай бұрын

    Aaliyah seems like such a sweet girl. Goes to show you can still be nice person and be a Boss B!!! She’s killin it, very inspirational! 💜

  • @tkbeauty_SA
    @tkbeauty_SA8 ай бұрын

    ❤you are the reason I started my business a few months ago. Thank you being amazing.

  • @hasfabahar9945
    @hasfabahar99459 ай бұрын

    What a beautiful mother ❤️and a strong resilient daughter you deserve every success

  • @prettirockstar0427
    @prettirockstar04278 ай бұрын

    I love her and her business!!! 💜Super happy for her😍🥰

  • @StayKay316
    @StayKay316 Жыл бұрын

    I love watching the lives on TikTok, although I haven’t been able to buy anything but I cant wait to be able to! Such a huge fan & inspired!!!

  • @DanceByYourself83
    @DanceByYourself83 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome video! I’ve ordered from BossUp a few times, it’s a great business and I love the glosses and cups that I’ve purchased!

  • @jascrm1440
    @jascrm1440 Жыл бұрын

    so proud of my sister. she’s come so far🫶🏼

  • @Kylabearsjourney
    @Kylabearsjourney8 ай бұрын

    Your such an inspiration!! You have such a beautiful soul young lady!! ❤

  • @ranamaydina3241
    @ranamaydina3241 Жыл бұрын

    Love watching this. Gives so much of positivity & good vibes. You go girl ❤

  • @alefebahls1790
    @alefebahls17909 ай бұрын

    A real conqueror! Incredible woman and spirit!

  • @VegasSlotsVP
    @VegasSlotsVP4 ай бұрын

    PROUD of you!!!! I'm waiting on my lip gloss/stain! I'm so excited.

  • @spiralovelight1353
    @spiralovelight1353 Жыл бұрын

    Yay 👏👏👏👏 I so love BossUP Cosmetics! I’m a huge fan! 💕💕💕 CONGRATS!! 🎉

  • @jennifergoire7891
    @jennifergoire7891 Жыл бұрын

    Congrats! 🎉Looking forward to my Benito and Wednesday cups 😊

  • @alanajones409
    @alanajones4095 ай бұрын

    I litteraly love this queen

  • @shellyortiz1977
    @shellyortiz19779 ай бұрын

    Shes s big inspiration......u believe in your products... There good quality.....and u don't give up ur willing to put the work anything is possible

  • @Mishtonetterevolus
    @Mishtonetterevolus10 ай бұрын

    Since 2nd grade !! Woww you were born to sucess girl!!!

  • @m_y_v_
    @m_y_v_9 ай бұрын

    SO HAPPY FOR HER!!! 😍

  • @shericemiller8098
    @shericemiller80985 ай бұрын

    You’re such an inspiration! Thank you ! !!!

  • @KristenNicole222
    @KristenNicole2223 ай бұрын

    Amazing story. Beautiful, smart, creative young lady. Wonderful mama too.

  • @suayluxe
    @suayluxe7 ай бұрын

    You inspired me and continue to do so

  • @popaglosscosmetics
    @popaglosscosmetics Жыл бұрын

    So proud of you Aaliyah!!!

  • @tongulajones9910
    @tongulajones99104 ай бұрын

    I'm so inspired ✨️ may God continue to bless you and your family ❤

  • @nancyvang0321
    @nancyvang03214 ай бұрын

    What an inspiration! I love everything about this boss woman! ❤

  • @yv0118
    @yv0118Ай бұрын

    You’re such a beautiful young Lady and inspirational. Many blessings❤

  • @africanabombshell
    @africanabombshell4 ай бұрын

    I’m so happy for this beautiful young. Never bully someone for you don’t know what they will become in the future. Also bulling is for losers and people who are not happy with their self.

  • @gracedarealbarb
    @gracedarealbarb10 ай бұрын

    So inspirational ❤❤

  • @whoswhowho4872
    @whoswhowho48724 ай бұрын

    Her journey is an inspiration. Best blessings to her.🎉🎉🎉

  • @roshondapayne
    @roshondapayne7 ай бұрын

    Great interview!

  • @nikolgreen
    @nikolgreen6 ай бұрын

    Sooooo inspiring!💕

  • @vibewithmeleena
    @vibewithmeleena Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations this is inspiring!

  • @emilycmc662
    @emilycmc6628 ай бұрын

    Yesss girl , I love this

  • @user-ov2rn6vd7i
    @user-ov2rn6vd7i23 күн бұрын

    Great going darling proud of you

  • @Latindama
    @Latindama6 ай бұрын

    She’s an amazing 🤩 young lady and very inspiring ❤❤❤

  • @samyvanegas
    @samyvanegas Жыл бұрын

    Ali! Niña latina! Vos podes! Seguí adelante. I'll be buying lip gloss soon !

  • @alvaraigoza7321
    @alvaraigoza73219 ай бұрын

    I love this sooo much- ❤

  • @jred9168
    @jred9168 Жыл бұрын

    So awesome! Congrats!

  • @claudiarios304
    @claudiarios3048 ай бұрын

    Just amazing❤

  • @MamaCeesay98
    @MamaCeesay9810 ай бұрын

    You go girl.😊

  • @ssssannn
    @ssssannn3 ай бұрын

    Keep going girl ❤

  • @peacefreedom4930
    @peacefreedom49304 ай бұрын

    I’m so proud of her

  • @ItsDeniaPerez
    @ItsDeniaPerez Жыл бұрын

    Can’t wait omg!

  • @goose8546
    @goose85468 ай бұрын

    What an inspirational young lady. ❤

  • @theyluvvchenoa
    @theyluvvchenoaАй бұрын

    Love her sm❤❤

  • @jrlion5422
    @jrlion54224 ай бұрын

    i hope she hits target!

  • @sandyhoward6755
    @sandyhoward67554 ай бұрын

    ❤❤❤ Great job mama, the MESS USUALLY turns into Success !!! My Niece at 9 years old, I began teaching her how to make rope bracelets with the purpose to eventually begin selling Handmade Jewelry on line. At 12 years old, she had actual Clients of grown Women, braiding hair, styles that were worth $150 at the Salons .... But of course being a child, she had to charge half the price, Lol KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK DARLIN & ALWAYS SHOW GRATITUDE TO YOUR GREATEST SUPPORTERS, YOUR FAMILY !!

  • @therapyfamily405
    @therapyfamily4058 ай бұрын

    Such an inspiration! Congratulations

  • @sharonkhalsa
    @sharonkhalsa4 ай бұрын

    I’m happy for her and her business, but I honestly have a hard time considering buying from them because I don’t know if I believe everything is sanitary and the chemicals in the products aren’t toxic/bad for you…

  • @user-kj1oz2yr4o
    @user-kj1oz2yr4o5 ай бұрын

    So amazing

  • @grapeskunk4003
    @grapeskunk40038 ай бұрын

    Amazing young lady ❤❤

  • @amandapoe2
    @amandapoe24 ай бұрын

    Girl….YES!

  • @tamaraweed3124
    @tamaraweed31249 ай бұрын

    BEAUTIFUL ❤❤❤

  • @SophisticatedLadies7
    @SophisticatedLadies710 ай бұрын

    Congratulations

  • @AdvicebySkye467
    @AdvicebySkye4679 ай бұрын

    I want to create a lip gloss business. I am 14 and I need some help. Like any tips on what to do. I want to be able to have a business but I need some help. Any help or tips would be greatly appreciated.

  • @itstheguyfromfortnite7838
    @itstheguyfromfortnite78384 ай бұрын

    I love her❤❤❤❤❤

  • @user-tl1me9ix4m
    @user-tl1me9ix4m10 ай бұрын

    Soon you will ship to Oman😍

  • @destinycritcher3527
    @destinycritcher35278 ай бұрын

    I follow her already this is amazing

  • @buzzy33
    @buzzy336 ай бұрын

    Can't wait to see those bullies' faces how much aaliyah's become a successful businesswoman.

  • @danielmunson5451
    @danielmunson54513 ай бұрын

    I ordered it and got the clear, wanted the tinted lip oil😢

  • @wonderingsoul8021
    @wonderingsoul80213 ай бұрын

    Children are horrible. I started homeschooling this year. I think its great what her and her family do! Great job!

  • @AngelAngela
    @AngelAngela4 ай бұрын

    Stop hating. She did her thing. Y’all mad she beat the odds. GOD DID IT!

  • @theshanny8
    @theshanny84 ай бұрын

    Love you sweetheart❤❤❤

  • @kellyann8569
    @kellyann8569 Жыл бұрын

    ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @shafie4276
    @shafie42764 ай бұрын

    موفق باشی

  • @doriangelyskuilan7126
    @doriangelyskuilan7126 Жыл бұрын

    ❤❤❤❤

  • @teebaby3663
    @teebaby36634 ай бұрын

    👏🏽👏🏽💐💐💐

  • @Celeste_Dragons
    @Celeste_Dragons5 ай бұрын

    Not clear living near Conroe

  • @CosmaNascimento-vs1di
    @CosmaNascimento-vs1di3 ай бұрын

    🎀💕

  • @Asi_de_bello
    @Asi_de_bello8 ай бұрын

    ❤🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥

  • @MW713
    @MW7134 ай бұрын

    That's Capitalism baby. She rocks! So proud of her!

  • @griffinvanderhoof-smith7084
    @griffinvanderhoof-smith70844 ай бұрын

    Hey! Since you want to branch out in 2023, I have a business proposal for you! I’m currently living in Amman, Jordan with my husband to help his family and we have plans to move to Dubai. There is a HUGE craving for good cosmetics here and we have a lot of friends that do business with selling American items here and selling Jordanian products in the US. We’re currently working on our first small business of selling items in the US right now. I am a huge craft person and my husband is all about marketing and sales, so I would love to hear from you and start a conversation, gain some trust with each other and see how far your dream goes! I’m rooting for you! ❤️Griffin

  • @Bigdaddy0622
    @Bigdaddy06226 ай бұрын

    Can anyone find the video of her showing how much she pays her family???

  • @user-qw5pi2eq7i
    @user-qw5pi2eq7i11 ай бұрын

    كلام االله ليس حق بشر وعلة الناس الاتزام ولعدل ونصرته اين ماكان ولاخذبه وينشر السلام الدائم المحترم والحقوقي ولايقول ان الدين حقه مثل اليهود والنصارى ومسلمين الحوثه بل الاسلام حق الله ومن اتبعه للعالم ونصرت فلسطين والقدس والمقدسات والارضي الفلسطينيه وتكون معهم بصدق ونيه صدقه وبوفاء وعدم الرجوع الى الحرب والحتلال الغاشم ونصرته الباطل والظالم مثل علي الغادر وغيره الجبنا بل ظلم والخزي العار لهم ومن تبعهم

  • @Xxpumpkinqueen13

    @Xxpumpkinqueen13

    10 ай бұрын

    هذا غير ذي صلة هنا خذ فيتنا إلى مكان آخر

  • @Noooooothankyou

    @Noooooothankyou

    9 ай бұрын

    ?….why

  • @ilikecats10
    @ilikecats10 Жыл бұрын

    lots and lots of plastics going down drains everywhere . for mama planet to swallow

  • @Xxpumpkinqueen13

    @Xxpumpkinqueen13

    10 ай бұрын

    Y’all can’t stand to see someone up when you’re down. Why do you have to bring a talented young woman down with you just because you’re jealous someone is doing something themself?

  • @cartqueen6114

    @cartqueen6114

    9 ай бұрын

    @@Xxpumpkinqueen13Maybe he actually cares about the planet. I don’t agree w him but it’s weird to assume people are jealous just because they have a different opinion from you

  • @Xxpumpkinqueen13

    @Xxpumpkinqueen13

    9 ай бұрын

    @@cartqueen6114 I think it’s weird to insert your political opinions everywhere and i think they should have just let this girl enjoy her success without trying to bring her down, which is what a jealous person would do

  • @abdulrahmansheesh88

    @abdulrahmansheesh88

    5 ай бұрын

    ​@@Xxpumpkinqueen13thats not even a political opinion

  • @Xxpumpkinqueen13

    @Xxpumpkinqueen13

    5 ай бұрын

    @@abdulrahmansheesh88 yes it is

  • @user-cn8br6vh9q
    @user-cn8br6vh9q9 ай бұрын

    700k but you are using stanley brand cups to sell and make money off of. Use your own brand name.

  • @hrtsforvi

    @hrtsforvi

    8 ай бұрын

    Her glosses and skincare etc all have her brand name. it’s fine to let her use Stanley’s, just let it slide. She’s known for glosses too.

  • @AngelAngela

    @AngelAngela

    4 ай бұрын

    She has so many orders you think she’s wasting 7 hrs on one cup for cheap. It’s time consuming . She also advertised for them for free. Stop hating.

  • @nms6862
    @nms68625 ай бұрын

    About to place my second order with her company 🤍 love her products!

  • @teachermatti
    @teachermatti10 ай бұрын

    @Aaliyah, Do you have an email address I can send you an email at?? I’d love to talk with you about being a guest speaker on zoom for my high school entrepreneurship students. You’re such a great example to our young people!! Glo girl!!

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