Many girls dream of owning their own business one day -- after all, some of our favorite stars are in charge of their own clothing lines, nail polishes, and perfumes. But for teen sisters Brea and Halle Holmes, it's not just a dream; it's their reality.
Brea, 19, and Halle, 13, are founders and CEOs of Sweet Dream Girlz, a brand that started out as an all natural beauty line for young teens that has since expanded into shoes and clothes. (And they've picked up some very famous fans in the making including Willow Shields, Cody Simpson, and Madison Pattis! You can see a picture of Cody checking out the line at last year's Kids' Choice Awards below.)
Since we were so impressed with the teen sisters, we chatted with them to get the scoop on how they went from regular girls to successful entrepreneurs. And because they're experts in the beauty and fashion business, we got them to dish out some of their best style secrets, too. (We're also giving you a chance to win their products, so keep reading to find out how!)
How did you come up with the idea to launch your own skin care line?
Halle: We were having a spa night and we went to the store to stock up on supplies, but we couldn't find anything scented that was made for kids and all natural for our sensitive skin. So we decided to start our own. (Editor's note: We can confirm the Pink Sugar, French Crumb Cake and Raspberry Swirl scented moisturizers and face washes are delightfully delicious!)
What was it like turning your idea into an actual business?
Brea: We started off by trying to figure out what we actually wanted in our products. We wanted it to be all natural and we wanted scents directed to girls our age that were unique. Then after our beauty line, we had our shoe line. We wanted [it to be] something vibrant and youthful. And now we have a clothing line, too, that's really trendy. I can't even pick my favorite product we've come out with, because everything that we've made I would wear or use. They're made for girls like us.
What's your best skin tip for teen girls?
Brea: I grew up with very bad acne and I tried every product out there. My best tip is just to find something that works for your skin type. Don't try to use anything that's too harsh for your skin.
What are three trends every girl should have represented in her closet this season?
Brea: I love the whole rocker style, so a leather jacket is one -- leather is a big trend this season. [Also you should have] something red to add a pop of color to something neutral and polka dots.
What's your best piece of fashion advice you have for girls?
Halle: Be unique. Don't try to blend into the crowd and think, "Oh I should wear this because everybody else is wearing it." Just be yourself, standing out in the crowd makes you special -- and you are special!
Sweet Dream Girlz products are available on their website, plus TWIST is giving away a basket full of their skin care goodies to one lucky reader. Just leave us a comment below telling us what creative scent you'd include in your own skin care line to be entered to win!