THE mention of the Covid-19 era evokes sadness for many companies forced to close due to pandemic difficulties. However, Bulawayo businesswoman Gamuchirai Gode is a shining example of rising from the ashes. Her company, Lushlife Investments, trading as Skincareskinshare, was born during this challenging time and continues to thrive.
Founded in 2020, at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, Skincareskinshare began as a cosmetics shop. It has since blossomed into a modern-day spa and parlour offering a variety of services and products. Located in the heart of Bulawayo, the spa goes beyond just selling cosmetics.
They also operate a beauty school that awards a diploma in international City and Guilds. Gode describes Skincareskinshare as a one-stop shop, offering everything from skincare products to spa treatments, a nationally recognised diploma for international work, and even IV drips, all at affordable prices. Their success is evident.
Skincareskinshare secured the “Excellence in the Beauty Industry Afrluencer Award” in 2022, followed by the prestigious “Lucrative Best Emerging Business” award at the Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce Awards in 2023. This September, Skincareskinshare celebrates four years of operation. They have expanded beyond their initial location in Bulawayo and now have a branch in Harare as well.
Gode shared that she started with a single small shop and has grown to two large branches with a team of 11 employees. Customer encouragement played .
