Discover Our Story: Values That Drive Us!

Lash & Brow Clinics | Academy: Where Beauty Meets Education!!

What started as a small home business with dreams of opening a salon has blossomed into a thriving reality in Holland Park. Founded by Kat and Directed by Shelby, our salon's primary focus is on delivering exceptional, industry-leading services combined with hands-on training. We believe in a straightforward and effective approach, ensuring that every client and student receives the very best experience.

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At our salon and academy, we provide a nurturing environment for those seeking expert beauty treatments. Each client’s unique beauty is enhanced with thorough care, whether it’s through lash extensions or brow shaping. Our services are designed to leave you feeling refreshed and confident.

Nurturing Skill and Confidence in Beauty Education…

Our academy is dedicated to fostering learning and growth. We maintain small class sizes for interactive sessions, allowing each student to receive personalized attention. Our educational philosophy goes beyond imparting technical skills; it’s about building confidence and professionalism in our students, preparing them for successful careers in the beauty industry.

At Lash & Brow Clinics | Academy, our success is defined by seeing our clients leave feeling empowered and witnessing the transformation of our students into skilled professionals.

HEAR OUR STORY: From Bedroom to Beauty Empire – The Lash & Brow Academy Journey!!

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Our journey began with a bold dream and unrelenting determination. Founded by Kathleen Te Aroha Parata at the age of 22, our story is one of ambition, resilience, and the pursuit of excellence. Kat set out not just to work for herself but to create something truly meaningful—a brand that would empower and inspire others to chase their dreams.

Starting from a humble home-based business, Kathleen poured her heart into building a community that prioritized quality, innovation, and empowerment. Just five years later, her vision grew into a thriving salon, and soon after, she expanded internationally, opening doors in New Zealand. Her ability to inspire and uplift others has been the cornerstone of our brand’s success.

Now, over a decade later, Shelby continues Kathleen’s legacy with big goals of her own. Under Shelby's leadership, we’ve achieved remarkable milestones, including offering the highest grade of education in the beauty industry. As an accredited provider of diplomas in cosmetic tattooing through the Academy of Cosmetic Tattooing Australia, we are proud to shape the next generation of industry professionals.

Today, what started as a dream in a single room has grown into two thriving salons and academies in Australia and New Zealand, serving as hubs of creativity, education, and empowerment. From perfecting brows to building futures, our mission remains the same: to help individuals reach their fullest potential, whether as clients embracing their beauty or students mastering their craft.

Why Choose Us?

  • Decades of Experience: Over 10 years of proven excellence in the beauty and education industry.

  • World-Class Education: Accredited diplomas in cosmetic tattooing, taught by industry leaders.

  • Empowerment at Our Core: We don’t just teach skills—we inspire confidence, independence, and success.

  • Global Reach, Local Roots: A proudly Australian-founded business with international presence.

At Lash & Brow Clinics | Academy, we’re not just shaping beauty; we’re building dreams. Join us as we continue to grow, inspire, and leave an indelible mark on the world of beauty and education.

Our Vision: To empower individuals through education and innovation, creating a legacy of confidence and excellence.
Our Mission: To provide unmatched quality in beauty services and education, inspiring a new wave of beauty industry leaders worldwide.

Meet the Team

  • Lash and Brow Founder

    Kathleen Parata

    Founder (Lash & Brow Academy/Clinic)

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    Shelbi Hapi

    Academy Director (Brisbane)

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    Lucinda Emerson

    Head Trainer (New Zealand)

Find Out What Our Clients Are Saying About Us……..

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‘‘I recently recieved my certificate in lash lifting and brow scuplting and it was the best experience! All the online training is extremely detailed and helpful. The ladies that run this fabulous training are also very eager to get you through your courses and always avaliable for questions and queries. I cannot recommend the Lash and Brow Academy enough. I now feel confident to step into this industry having full knowledge and expertise! <3’’

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‘‘I recently completed Lash and Brow Academy’s Microblading course and I am so glad I did! Sascha was an amazing teacher who walked me through every step of the way. From not knowing anything at all about how to microblade, I feel like I now have the knowledge and confidence to start on my own business and it is all thanks to this course. Definitely worth the investment!’’

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‘‘For people like me who are super keen to upgrade skills on beauty industry, I highly recommend and appreciated the L&B Academy, it's team and most specially to it's director, Kat. Their dedication is superb. They train efficiently, patiently and professionally to the highest level. The support she, Kat, gives any time, anywhere, by all means is truly remarkable. I FEEL IMPORTANT AND SPECIAL. THANK YOU, KAT, FOR NOT GIVING UP ON ME.’’