Locks Lash Blog

WHEN SHOULD YOU CHARGE FOR A FULL SET INSTEAD OF A REFILL?
Infills vs Full Set, when the line is blurred and you are unsure what to charge 🤷‍♀️ First things first what are your charges for your full sets and refills? Working out these prices are based on the amount of...
CAN YOU DO YOUR OWN EYELASH EXTENSIONS?
We know you've thought about it 👀 How many of you have opened Tiktok or Instagram Reels and the first thing that pops up is someone doing their own eyelash extensions? I know I have. My first thought when I...
Lash Tech Starter Kit - How to start
So, you are thinking about becoming a Lash Tech? Great, let’s help get you started. First things first, give us a call  (03) 9376 4426 and ask as many questions as you can think of, I assure you we have...
Hybrid Tinting Not Staining Correctly?
It isn’t a henna and it isn’t a traditional tint either. This means that the Preparation and application process is slightly different...
ARE LASH LIFTS BAD FOR YOUR LASHES?
Written by Bubblz (your Master Trainer)   Q: “Are lash lifts bad for your lashes?” I have seen this question asked many times asked in Facebook Groups. It’s also asked quite a bit during classes. Yes and No.   A:...
How to Charge for Infills
Written by Bubblz - your Master Trainer 💰Charging for infills, and not sure where to start? There are a few different ways you can charge your clients for their infills; it basically boils down to your time and cost. Some...
HOW TO SAVE MONEY AS A LASH TECH
It is something which gets proven time and time again … there is money to be made in the lash and beauty industry! Look around, and yearly you will see more and more people with lash extensions and receiving fast...
HOW TO MAKE YOUR SALON BETTER?!
Written by Jaimee Trio, owner and founder of 5 Award-winning Beauty salons in Melbourne & Sydney Australia No matter what time of year it is whether it is that magical time after the holidays where everyone is dieting and abstaining from alcohol or...
You NEED Public Liability Insurance!
You NEED Public Liability Insurance! NOTE: The information in this blog is not official advice and you should always get the advice of an insurance professional. The purpose of this is just to orient you to what it means for...
3 Reasons Why Learning Stuff Makes Sense
Written by: Derik aka Boss #2  “3 reasons for why learning stuff makes sense.” Look, I know it’s a click bait title. I don’t care, it’s important for me to let you know some things. Three things in particular... 1....
Starting Your Own Lash Salon - Pro's & Con's (At home or Commercial)
  So much hype has been created over the past few years around the lash industry and becoming an at home salon lash technician. > What are the realities of becoming a lash tech? > Is becoming a lash tech...
4 Steps To Achieving Perfect Brows
Written by: Tahlia 'Bubblz' - Master Trainer We're all about achieving the 'perfect brows', so thought we'd come to you with the four key steps in achieving the perfect brow look, that every client desires. Here it goes... 1/ SHAPING/MAPPING BROWS...
2023 LASH TRENDS
HELLO 2023! 2022 had some interesting things going on in the lashing world.. some we loved, some we were honestly concerned about. However, with the new year comes new trends - just like Cher from Clueless, we're all about what's hot!...
4 TOOLS TO HELP WITH VOLUME LASHING
Needing to speed up your volume lashing? Tend to cringe when someone asks for a volume set out of fear? FEAR NO MORE! We've put together 4 tools that will not only speed up your volume lashing, but also help...
Why Becoming A Trainer Was My 'Next' Best Move
  Your gorgeous Trainer Bubblz shares with you, her story of becoming a Beauty Trainer. Enjoy and we hope this inspires you to take the next step in your career and become a certified Beauty Trainer. Hey Friends A bit...
Secret Christmas Cookie Recipe
Bubblz Super Secret, Super Delicious Christmas Sugar Cookie Recipe We’re mad about sugar cookies at Locks Lash - that soft, buttery melt in your mouth kind of cookies! 🍪 In her spare time, our super amazing Master Trainer, Bubblz bakes...
Is Brow Tinting Safe?
Is Brow Tinting Safe? Brow tinting is a non-permanent colouring which adds fullness to your brows. It finds those hidden fuzz hairs sitting on the outskirts of your arches and brings them out from obscurity. The result is a stronger...
pH LEVELS AND RETENTION - It's a thing!
Most people know you need the right humidity and temperature for glue to work but there is a third thing!  pH Levels of the Eye & Skin Areas You have the perfect temperate and humidity level in your workspace, but...
6 Signs You're Ready To Take The Next Step In Your Career
> Written by Jaimee Trio - Owner of 5 award-winning Salons   As a solo lash artist, brow artist or salon owner, there are a number of ways to grow. Hire staff, move into a bigger location, open another location, add on...
6 Client Christmas Gift Ideas
Every year you find yourself asking the same question: What do I get my clients for Christmas?  We’ve put together six client gift ideas for Christmas that won’t break the bank, but will melt your client’s hearts. ❤️ Be sure...
EXERCISES LASH TECHS SHOULD DO EVERY DAY
If you've been in the lash industry for more than a year, it's highly likely that you've experienced some form of temporary or chronic back pain. That's right, you're not alone and it is common. Most of the time, it kicks...