What business would you start with £15k savings and chronic health issues?
I’m a 29-year-old woman in London living with chronic pelvic pain and other health conditions, so physically demanding work isn’t realistic for me.
I’m looking for ideas to increase my income in an ethical (halal) way that could eventually grow into a business. I have around £15k in savings, but I don’t want to risk a large portion of it. My long-term goal is financial independence, but right now I need better cash flow.
My interests are beauty, skincare, women’s wellness, luxury experiences, content creation and trading. I’ve thought about lashes, creating content, streaming and eventually opening a female-only beauty and wellness space that’s welcoming to Black women and Muslim women, with a focus on privacy, relaxation and holistic wellbeing.
I don’t want to build a business in an industry I don’t care about, and I don’t want to make money through gambling, adult content, drugs or anything else that conflicts with my values.
If you were in my position, what would you focus on over the next 6–12 months? I’m looking for realistic ideas, skills to learn, or businesses that could suit my interests and health rather than “get rich quick” schemes.