We are just getting out the season, and I hope it’s been a full tummy, Today on the buzz I have the Stylish Nirosha Jagodaarachchi
CEO / Director Technical British Cosmetics (pvt) Ltd. British Cosmetics has been making headlines for 19 years and counting with of hands-on experience in the industry and growing and booming with upcoming trends.
This state of the art institute is Led by Dimuth Jagodaarachchi & Nirosha Jagodaarachchi, Today I chat with one half of this pair
Full Name – Nirosha Jagodaarachchi
Hometown- colombo
Status- married
Birthday- 15th June
Passions- love to dance & watch movies
Favorite Colors - Red, Blue & black
Describe what it is that made you enter the world of beauty?
I was a Merchandiser, however after marriage I decided to quit my carrier. But realised that I was not a housewife type. During that period Fortunately a good friend of ours in London, contacted us to the Officials of CCUK ,to distribute in Sri Lanka. Having seen my unsuccessful act as a housewife Dimuth encourage with to kick start the business. So there it was, we ventured in Forming the British Cosmetics Brand in Sri Lanka. Consequently I found every thing that I was looking for.
How would describe your passion for this trade?
I am constantly seeking to connect the world’s beauty trends to the local market. This initiated from the very beginning of introducing a colour cosmetics that has the widest range of make-up port folio in Sri Lanka. So far I have made benchmarks in nail technology, hair trends which as become a hit in the industry and the latest introduction of lash extension has become a super hit.
Who has been your biggest support in making this a reality?
Dimuth, my husband has been my biggest supporter and my mentor right throughout. His financial vision and my in-depth professional qualification has blended so well in bring this brand to what it is today.
Tell me your style of work?
I would consider myself as a typical workaholic. I am walk the walk talk the talk kind of a person. My staff knows my temperament in work place and glad they never cross the line.
What would you say, is the biggest beauticians and hairdresser face
It is sad to know that Beauticians are categorised as the lowest standard professionals in terms of education and supports. Which is very serious in time to come, sustainability of the industry will be a issue in the future. The standards should be streamlined, Qualifications should be elevated to compete the international.
What are some of your most defining moments in life?
One of the most defining moments in my life would have to be raising two wonderful girls. Also in my career, acquiring the UK skin care brand Prevense was one of the greatest achievements I have come across.
What does a “day of work” look like?
Understanding that my current work decisions will impact the future of the company.
What would you say is your biggest seller?
All our products are very successful is the market. My objective is to make all that I launch to be big sellers.
Whats the first thing you doing for 2018?
2018 is going to be a very significant time for British cosmetics. It will be a turning point for our company as we will expand our market globally.
If you didn’t have to worry about money or a job, where would you live in the world?
Most definitely this country. There won’t be any country that I choose other than Sri Lanka.
If You only get 3 words to describe yourself – what are they?
Simple, friendly and passionate.
If you have to handle a client who is a JERK,
What would you do?
A jerk has to be dealt in their own language. Despite, the fact that the customer is always the king, you need to set your facts clear that these type of customers will never be satisfied.
If you had the power to read someone’s mind, whose would it be in SL?
First thing that came to my mind was a politician. Wonder what goes in their head as they are so unpredictable.
In the Spot?
What are your thoughts on Yahapalanaya?
Same scenario in a difference perspective of what was then repeats now.
What is your opinion on the many pageants in our country?
There has to be a standard benchmark across all pageants until the international pageant is completed. I think biggest concentration to the pageant should be given not at the local stage soon after the winner is chosen. The title holder should be groomed to the specific international pageant . This should be considered as a social responsibility not a money earning or media attraction. The organisers should be sincere to deliver the best of the of the local winner. It is sad when there are so many intelligent & great looking girls out there but non are confident in our pageants.
What are your thoughts on PRIDE week in Sri Lanka?
It is hard to change the sequence on a conventional back ground over night, But the show must go on.
Fun
Would you rather Have a dog with a cat’s personality or a cat with a dog’s personality?
I would rather have a dog with a cat’s personality.
Would you rather Be extremely underweight or extremely overweight?
I’d rather be extremely overweight as long as my health checks are in line, I love being plus size. it’s cozy and soft on the touch.
Would you rather Experience the beginning of planet earth or the end of planet earth?
I would experience the end of the planet, by then interesting innovations may have entered the world. Maybe by then one would have invented a safe escape to survive.
Would you rather Have three kids and no money, or no kids with thirteen million?
Since I already have two lovely kids I cannot opt for the second. But some times when you have money you can do a whole lot for so many kids.
Would you rather Be the funniest person in the room or the most intelligent?
Id rather be the funniest person cause you need some guts to entertain one room full of people with different views.
Would you rather Run at 100 mph or fly at ten mph?
Id rather fly at 10mph it is much safer, also whilst flying can keep myself entertained with a movie, music or read a book.
Would you rather Continue with your life or restart it?
No life is too easy at the start so Id rather continue with life that I have. You never know what happens in your next birth.
