By 2018, Beautyfluff had grown into a thriving business with a loyal client base, a strong team, and bookings filled weeks in advance. The opening of a second location in Flushing marked a major step forward, even as new challenges tested the calm, carefully protected environment that defined the brand.

When COVID-19 forced Beautyfluff to close both locations in early 2020, Yennie and Eric faced one of the hardest chapters in the company’s history. From financial strain and the closure of their Flushing location to caring for their son during lockdown, they navigated uncertainty while continuing to support their staff, clients, and community.

After years of disruption from a neighboring doggy daycare, Beautyfluff faced a choice during the pandemic: walk away or rebuild with greater control. In the middle of financial strain and uncertainty, Yennie and Eric made the bold decision to take over the adjacent space and protect the calm, intentional experience they had always envisioned.