Set Up for Success: Your Ultimate Guide to Prepping Your Lash Trolley for Seamless Appointments!
We’ve all heard the saying, "Failing to plan is planning to fail," and it definitely applies to your eyelash extensions game. Getting your lash setup in order is key to giving each client the best lash extensions experience without any stress. Here’s your ultimate guide to prepping for your lash appointments so you can stay cool and keep your clients looking fabulous!
Why Bother with a Good Setup?
Without a solid setup, you’re just asking for a stressful situation. No one wants to waste precious appointment time searching for missing tools or supplies. A tidy setup, whether you’re working from a salon or your home, will make a fantastic first impression—way better than a cluttered mess!
Properly storing your tools not only helps them last longer but also keeps your hygiene standards high. If you’re cleaning your eyelash tweezers and then leaving them lying around, they might not stay as clean as you think. Investing in good tweezer storage can keep them safe and squeaky clean between uses.
Tip 1: Good Storage
We’ve chatted about storage solutions in previous posts, so here’s a quick recap: Keep your lash supplies, like your crystal bond eyelash extension glue, easy to reach but neatly organized, not strewn about on your lash trolley. Check out places like Ikea for some sleek and budget-friendly furniture to stash away extra stock, replacement bed covers, and pillowcases.
If you’re tight on space, cute storage boxes under your lash bed are a lifesaver. Just make sure you leave enough room for your legs! A beauty bed cover will hide most of what’s underneath, but if your storage is adorable, you’ll get bonus style points!
Tip 2: Surplus Stock
As a lash tech, you never really know what you’ll need from one client to the next, so having extra stock is pretty normal. For things like eyelash extension cleanser, lash extension products, and your favorite lash extension glue, a streamlined collection works best. Stick with what you know and use regularly.
When it comes to lash extensions, mixed length trays are a game-changer. They let you create a variety of styles, from classic lashes to wispy hybrid lashes, without hogging space. As you grow or find your niche, start stocking up on single length trays for specific styles, like manga lashes or mega volume lashes.
Tip 3: Lash Palettes
Lash palettes are your new best friend for a speedy setup! If you’ve got regular clients, assign a palette for each one. When they pop in, you’re ready to rock!
Use your lash extension tweezers to transfer lash strips to your palette, sorted by length and curl. If you’ve got a palette organizer, store them between appointments to keep them clean and everything looking nice and tidy. Stick a piece of tape on the corner of the palette and jot down the thickness and curls with your lash mapping pen. The strip lengths are already marked, so that part’s a breeze. Whether you’re working with L curl lashes or flat lash extensions, having a palette ready to go will save you tons of time during the appointment.
Tip 4: Take Your Time
Between appointments, give yourself a little breather. Take 10-15 minutes to tidy up disposables, replace the bedroll, disinfect your tweezers, and organize your tools and products. It’s also a great time to stretch, hydrate, and grab a snack!
In the end, a well-organized space not only saves you time and stress but also leaves a great impression on your clients. You’ll keep better track of your stock, avoid overstocking, and minimize waste. So get set up, stay organized, and keep those lashes looking stunning, from angel lashes to the perfect cat eye lash map!
