Handy knowledge

Patch tests - how and why?
why we, as lash techs, should be patch testing everyone Mehr lesen …
3. How to get clients using socials - advice from a social media manager
Hi besties! I’m Chloe and I’m a social media manager specialising in the beauty industry. Pre-pandemic I did my lash qualification so I have first-hand experience of what it’s like getting started, marketing your business, getting your first clients, etc so I completely understand all the struggles you may face when it comes to getting your lash business going. Paisley has invited me to do a blog post so I can share the low down on getting started on socials. In this post I’ll cover; what socials you should be... Mehr lesen …
2. Why has my glue stopped working?
have you found your absolute holy grail glue and then... all of a sudden... it isn't drying properly, you're getting stickies and the retention is just not it?   There are so many things your lash glue relies on to work and, one of these things, is room conditions. If you are using a regulated glue from a reputable supplier your glue should have lots of information on what it needs to work best. Let's take our own holy grail, master bond, for instance. Our master bond works best in a... Mehr lesen …
1. Why can't I lash my mannequin?
This is a common one... and the reason a lot of trainee lash artists quit before they've even started!  It's important to know that you are not the problem. The lashes on dummy heads are made of a plastic material very unlike a human lash - this makes it hard for the lash extension glue to attach to it.  My top tip for lashing your dummy is to prime the dummy lashes (this creates something for the glue to stick to) Mehr lesen …