4 things you should know when setting up an eyelash extensions treatment room
To create beautiful sets of eyelash extensions, you will need to master your technique, but equally important is to choose and design your workspace.
Choose your place of work wisely, as there is a high probability that it will become your second home
What should you pay attention to?
1. LOCATION
During our training courses, we talk to students about choosing the right place for their eyelash extensions treatment room.
If you plan to share your space with hairdressers or nail stylists, think again.
The fumes and vapours of your eyelash extensions glue will not harm them, and it will not affect their work, but I’m afraid it may not work the other way round.
The fumes from hair tints containing ammonia and fumes from the acrylic liquid that is used in nail application may affect how your eyelash adhesive will bond.
2. TREATMENT BED
It is very important to choose the right beauty treatment bed. Yours and your clients’ comfort during the application depends on it.
The bed should be set at the right height to your posture, while you are in a sitting position. If it is too high or too low, you will quickly get tired and achy while working. It may also lead to some serious problems with your back and spine ☹️.
The best, in my opinion, are electric beauty couches, that can be adjusted while your client is lying on it.
If you do not want to invest in this type of bed (they are usually a bit more pricey), a great solution will be a portable, foldable massage bed. They are very affordable and usually don’t cost more than £100.
The portable massage bed has an adjustable height, so you can set it at a level that is best for you.
The massage beds can be quite hard. You can buy special padding in the size of your bed, to make your clients feel more comfortable. For those colder months, you can also place an electric heated blanket on top of it, to keep your clients warm and cosy 🙂
3. TREATMENT CHAIR OR STOOL
Your chair must be very comfortable, think of it as your throne.
I recommend buying a swivel chair with a backrest and hydraulic height adjustment.
The best for your posture, especially if you are planning on working longer hours, will be a saddle stool. It keeps your back always straight up, and because of this, you will not tense your back muscles.
4. LIGHTING
The most important thing for every eyelash stylist is her eyes. To keep your eyes healthy and focused, good light is the key. Without proper lighting, you will struggle to see details, and you will end up stressing your eyes.
The best lamps are white or daylight LED lights. They come in different shapes and on different support. You can choose from ring lights, a panel led lights, glamour lights, they could be on wheels, on a tripod, with or without a magnifying glass. If you only have one source of light, place it away from the window, as the sunlight from the window, will give you enough light on that side.
If you have the option, you should have your bed and all your equipment located as close to the window as possible. It will also help with the emission of glue vapours and fumes, which could be eliminated this way quicker.
Send us your pictures showing how you’ve organized and designed your beautiful treatment rooms.