Entering the world of lash artistry can be both exciting and challenging. As a new lash technician, mastering the craft takes time, patience, and practice. However, avoiding common pitfalls can accelerate your journey to becoming a skilled lash artist. Here are the top mistakes new lash technicians make and how to avoid them:
1. Not Checking for Sticking Throughout the Process One of the most frequent mistakes is not regularly checking for lashes sticking together during the application. This oversight can lead to poor results and client discomfort.
How to Avoid It: Periodically use your tweezers to gently separate the lashes and ensure they aren’t sticking together. This simple step can save you from bigger issues later on.
2. Incomplete Taping of Bottom Lashes Failing to fully tape down the bottom lashes can result in them getting stuck to the upper lashes, which can be uncomfortable for the client and difficult to fix.
How to Avoid It: Ensure all bottom lashes are securely taped down before starting the application. Use eye pads and additional tape if necessary to keep them in place. If your client moves their eyes or needs to get up during the set, check the lower lashes again and adjust if necessary.
3. Not Refreshing the Glue Dot Using the same glue dot for too long is a common error. As the glue cures, its effectiveness diminishes, leading to poor adhesion.
How to Avoid It: Refresh your glue dot every 15-20 minutes to ensure it remains tacky and effective. This will enhance the bond and longevity of the lash extensions.
4. Improper Cleaning of Tweezers and Tools Sanitation is critical in lash application. Failing to properly clean tweezers and tools between sets can lead to infections and poor-quality applications.
How to Avoid It: Clean and disinfect your tweezers and tools after each client. Use a high-quality disinfectant and follow proper sanitation protocols to ensure safety and hygiene. You can also get barbicide at your local beauty supply store and soak your tools for 30 minutes.
5. Skipping Lash Mapping Lash mapping is essential for creating a uniform and balanced look. Without it, you risk ending up with different lengths throughout the set, resulting in an uneven appearance.
How to Avoid It: Always create a lash map before starting the application. Mark the different lengths and curls on your client’s lash line to guide you through the process and ensure consistency.
6. Not Keeping Track of Lashes Used Every client has unique preferences and needs. Not keeping track of the lashes used can make it difficult to replicate the look in future appointments.
How to Avoid It: Maintain detailed records of each client’s lash specifications, including the lengths, curls, and thicknesses used. This will help you deliver consistent results and enhance client satisfaction. We have client service record templates in our training manual after your purchase the training kit bundle.
Conclusion Avoiding these common mistakes can significantly improve your skills and the quality of your lash applications. Regularly checking for sticking, properly taping the bottom lashes, refreshing your glue dot, cleaning your tools, mapping out your lashes, and keeping detailed records are all essential practices for a successful lash career. By being mindful of these tips, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a proficient and trusted lash technician.
Remember, practice makes perfect, and every set of lashes brings you one step closer to mastery. Happy lashing!
