In this episode, Hayley Mears chats with Emily Ciardiello, entrepreneur and founder of Foil Me, the Australian brand that revolutionised pre-cut foils for hairdressers. Emily shares her journey from being a school teacher to launching Foil Me alongside her husband, growing it into an internationally recognised brand — all while navigating business, family, and well-being.

✂️ Highlights from the Episode

From Teacher to Entrepreneur:

Emily opens up about her career beginnings in education, teaching in Mount Gambier before moving back to Adelaide to raise her family. After becoming a mother of two, she decided to take the leap into entrepreneurship — founding Foil Me from her kitchen table.

The Birth of Foil Me:

Foil Me began during a hair appointment when Emily’s husband questio ...