Eyelash technician job description
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Let's get real. Job information online can often be overly optimistic — conveniently glossing over the raw bits. But when you're making decisions about your future, you need all the facts.
That's why we anonymously surveyed eyelash technicians about their job, with hopes of getting an honest insight into what it's really like.
While we did our best to ensure respondents were Australians and verified their job titles with proof of employment, we can't guarantee complete accuracy — or that your experiences in the field will reflect theirs. So, we suggest that you take these insights as a guide only and try to talk to people in the field before making an important decision.
Tasks and responsibilities for an eyelash technician
From when your customer enters the workplace to the minute they leave, your responsibility as a lash tech (or any beauty treatment practitioner) is to look after them and provide them with a highly professional service.
So, what does a lash technician do in a day? A lash technician’s duties can include:
- Preparing work areas for each client
- Performing a thorough client consultation
- Applying eyelash extensions safely and precisely
- Communicating constantly to make sure the clients
- Following salon hygiene procedures
- Instructing clients on aftercare and recommending products
- Taking payment and booking follow-up appointments
How to become an eyelash technician
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Work experience
Reaching out to local beauty salons or spas to donate your time to help around the workplace is a great way to get some experience and may even open doors to job opportunities in the work environment. You may even choose to apply for a salon reception role to get your foot in the door.
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Study
To gain the required skills to work as a lash technician and be an attractive prospect to employers, studying a VET beauty certification course can be a huge advantage. Several online courses are available with flexible learning options and timeframes, like a short course in beauty or an eyelash extension certificate.
Pathway options
Eyelash technicians are a small part of a vast industry. Many people may start a role as a lash technician and find it is what they want to do for the long term. But, the position can also open doors to other specialities, more senior roles or jobs that cover a multitude of beauty therapy services. It could even lead you to start your own business.
When a job as a lash technician could take you:
Junior
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Nail technician
Most common qualification: Nail Certificate
Mid
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Beauty therapist
Most common qualification: Beauty Certificate
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Makeup artist
Most common qualification: Makeup Certificate
Senior
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Salon or spa manager
Most common qualification: Diploma of Beauty Therapy (SHB50115)
Explore related qualifications
Taking an accredited course in cosmetology, beauty therapy, or eyelash extension through a reputable provider is the best way to strengthen your skillset, show prospective employers that you are committed to the job, and have the fundamental skills to start the career in a strong position. Many training courses available today can fit in with other life priorities, are affordable and offer flexible study conditions.
Eyelash Extension Certificate
A short lash course like an eyelash extension certificate can provide a targeted skill set perfect for those who want to deliver a lash service exclusively.
Covering all aspects of lash extension training, available entirely online and self-paced, this qualification is ideal if you want to master the advanced techniques for applying eyelash extensions.
Beauty Therapy Certificate
This course provides the skills to become a beauty therapist who offers various treatments and services, including brow and lash treatments, eyelash extensions, nail services, facials, make-up application, massage, and waxing. It also covers specialised technical and customer service skills.
You can learn through a combination of classroom, online and hands-on practical methods and a practical placement. This course takes, on average, 45 weeks.
