Being a lash artist may look glamourous on Instagram and Facebook feeds and sometimes it is. However, behind every photo and video is hours of work, practice and patience.
Every lash artist is different, but I would like to share with you what a typical day is like being a lash artist. If you are just starting out you can see what it could be like or if you're a lash queen already you can see it from another perspective. There are so many different types of lash artists' out there! There are mums who are fitting lashing around the kids, salon owners, mobile artist, those renting a room and just some who are practising on friends. I work from home so I can do the school runs, pick the kids up and if I have a quiet day I have time to throw on a quick wash or just spend some time "relaxing" (usually scrolling through lash pics and editing and other social media work). I start my day looking at the diary and seeing who's in and what needs setting up and when I can take a lunch break. I try to book in mini breaks between big sets but sometimes I do get to the point of nipping to the loo or grabbing a quick snack and the door bell goes! The rooms all set up; I've put on some music quietly and made sure everything is clean, set up and ready for client number one. Client number one is always the best; it warms you up for the day and gets you in the lash zone. A couple of clients later I can finally have a break, grab some food and go through my phone and reply to any appointment requests. I also post photos of the lashes I've done that morning (If I remember to get the photo before they leave that is) Back to it, a couple more sets done and I finish for the school run and dinner before I start up again and do my 9-5 working clients evening appointments. These ones I always find to be more chilled as they have been at work all day. Their appointment gives them a chance to relax and usually a little lash nap. I have seen it less now I've started charging booking deposit's when a client books in for their appointment, but occasionally you get a no show or that text you hate 10 minutes before the appointment saying "sorry, I can't make it". In those times I sit and pre-make some fans which help make my Russian and Hybrid appointments quicker. I store these in the LashBase Fan Storage Box. I carry out a stock check once a week and make sure that I have got enough of everything I need for the following weeks ahead. Nothing is worse than having to say to someone "I'm really sorry I don't have any of those lashes left." - My advice is; just have extra of everything and when you move onto the extras reorder them for backups. Finally at the end of the day I switch off my phone, put my feet up and feel great that I have spent the day helping people feel more confident! How does your day look? Let me know on Instagram @flourisheyelashandbeauty
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Do eyelash extensions ruin your natural lashes?
Well in short the answer is no! This question I hear a lot from people who have never had them before but would love to try them. Everyone is nervous the first time they try something but how amazing is it that you push through that fear of the unknown and find something that you absolutely love. There are so many ways you can make your eyes look drop dead gorgeous with many different types of lashes available to you. You can go more natural, or curly, big, add volume or even add crystals for that extra. Whatever look you fancy you can achieve it without the mess of mascara smearing down your eyes over the course of the day. Losing lashes sound like a scary concept when your dream look is long luscious lashes, but don’t worry, let me explain! The truth is your natural lashes fall out naturally all the time, they shed when they are at the end of their life cycle, then a strong new lashes grow through. You have eyelash extensions attached to your lashes and they go through the cycle with your natural lashes, therefore when one falls out, a new lash grows creating this gap, which is now ready for an infill. It’s important to research your lash technician and ensure they know what they are doing, they must be qualified and insured. If your lashes are put on properly, only 1 lash will come out with each extension when their time is up. There are also a couple of practices to keep in mind so that your natural lashes stay nice and healthy: • Don’t rub or pull your lash extensions. This can cause stress or damage to the natural lashes underneath. • Keep them clean. No one likes build up in their hair make sure you clean your lashes to make them look fresh. • Research your lash technician. Check out their reviews, photos, and ask the questions. A good lash artist will make you feel reassured. • Be vocal about your concerns from the start. Let your lash tech know about sensitivities you have to certain lash glue. Talk through the treatment during a consultation and feel excited about lashes it’s a brilliant treatment to have. So after all that big thing to remember is to not worry, lash extensions are worth it because you are! |
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