'I started my business with a loan from my nan - Now it's set to make £65million'

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An entrepreneur who started her business with money given to her by her gran has lifted the lid on building her brand up to be a £65million empire.Paige Louise Williams, who grew up on a council estate, wanted to make sure her mum would never worry about money again when she started her makeup empire.The 31-year-old's P.Louise brand, which was launched with a £20,000 loan from her grandmother, is now known by millions around the world.

Paige, who grew up in Droylsden, Greater Manchester, told Manchester Evening News: "My background was never privileged. You hear that from a lot of entrepreneurs, but it has given me a different sense of hunger as a woman."It all started when Paige dropped out of college where she was studying to become a children's social worker.

Knowing it wasn't the right career path for her, she went on to become a MAC makeup artist and worked behind the counter at Selfridges.As her signature glam style grew in popularity, Paige began offering her services as a freelancer, eventually becoming so in-demand she was able to quit her retail job.Spotting the opportunity to grow her business, the entrepreneur decided to launch her own makeup salon in Prestwich.

She approached her nana, who was working as a cleaner at the time, and asked if she could borrow a £20,000 loan.She said: She was going to refurbish her kitchen and extend the back of the house.