Lash Blogs

As lash technicians, we are well aware that the most in demand lash styles and products are forever evolving. 

One of the most recent styles that has taken the lash world by storm are lash spikes. So, of course we thought we just had to level up the spiked lash game and introduce our limited edition range of Glitter Spikes!

Pre-made Glitter Spikes are a black spiked lash with glitter wrapped around the spike. Pinkfishes Pre-Made Glitter Spikes save you time as the lash is already created so just add them to your sets to add a pop of colour and glitter.

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Understanding the chemicals that are in the products you use will help you to feel more comfortable in using them on your clients and will give you better confidence in the products you are using. It is becoming more and more common for clients to want to know more about the products that are being used on them. So, let’s take a deeper dive into what makes an eyelash adhesive, and find out why they work the way they do, to ensure we are able to put our clients at ease with our extensive knowledge on the products we use. 
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Making great volume fans really is the difference between being a good lash tech and a great one, and getting to this point can take years of practice. This is why we always say in our training courses that it is so important that you continue to practice, even when you think you’ve got it, as you can always find ways to improve and get better.
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Take a look as we dive into 8 of the most common questions and myths that come up in the lash industry and find out whether any of these myths are actually true. We think a few of these might just surprise you!
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Finding the right glue for you, the way you work, and your environment is probably one of the most important things to get right when running your eyelash business. It impacts the speed in which you can complete your lash sets as well as the retention of your sets too. So here is a few things to consider when picking a glue.
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Summer in England means that the conditions of our room will fluctuate constantly – and these changes can be the difference between flawless application and substandard work. We all know the trials and tribulations of getting our glue to work properly in higher temperatures and humidity.

So how do we combat these issues to keep creating beautiful sets all summer long?

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Want to know the different ways of styling coloured lashes? Read our blog to see examples of ways you can use the new colour craze on your clients.
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There are so many products available to purchase in the lash market, it can be difficult trying to work out what you really need when you are starting out. Many lash technicians are self employed and need to purchase all of their equipment and products from scratch and sometimes on a budget. Here at Pinkfishes we have done the research so you do not have too, we have created a list of the 'Top 10 - Must Haves' items we would recommend buying to start your lash career. 
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Brown lashes, What are they? When would I use them? Who would they suit? How do you use brown lashes? 
We have done our research so you don't have to. We aim to provide all the answers to the top asked questions people have about using brown eyelash extensions.  

 

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Our Pinkfishes trainer Charlotte discusses the 'First Steps to Starting Your Lash Journey.' Topics covered include; picking the right eyelash course for you, branding your business, increasing your customer base, using social media etc.
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