How to Make Money as a Lash Technician in the UK

Eyelash extensions are become one of the most popular procedures in the UK's burgeoning cosmetic sector. You may make a successful career out of your love of beauty by working as a lash technician. There are several options to make a good living, whether you want to work from home, rent a salon, or become a mobile technician.

This tutorial will cover how to work as a lash technician in the UK, several revenue streams, and strategies to increase your income. 

1. Get Qualified & Certified

You must have the appropriate instruction and certification before you can begin making money. Reputable courses in the UK include:

• Eyelash Extensions Level 4 VTCT (Vocational Training Charitable Trust)
• Courses Accredited by the Association of Beauty Therapists (ABT)
• Private training schools (Phatlash courses, Flirties, Lash Perfect, Nouveau Lashes)

Putting money into top-notch training guarantees that you serve patients safely and professionally, which fosters client trust.  

2. Choose Your Business Model

There are several ways to make money as a lash technician: 

A. Work from Home

• Make a lash studio out of a spare room.
• less overhead than when renting a salon.
• Adaptable work schedule.
• Potential Income: £15,000 to over £50,000 year, depending on the clients. 

B. Rent a Salon Chair

• Work for a rental charge (often a weekly or monthly cost) at an existing salon.
• Take advantage of walk-in customers.
• Potential Income: Between £20,000 and over £60,000 annually. 

C. Mobile Lash Technician

• For convenience, visit the homes of your clients.
• Add a charge for travel.
• Potential Income: £18,000 to over £45,000 annually. 

D. Online Lash Courses & Mentoring

• Sell training programs or one-on-one mentorship after you've gained experience.
• Produce digital goods, such as e-books and lash styling manuals
• Monthly passive income of between £500 and £5,000+ is the potential earnings.

E. Sell Lash Products

• Serums, DIY lash lift kits, or retail lash aftercare packages.
• Get paid for affiliate sales (for example, through Borboleta or LashBase).
• Potential Income: An additional £200 to £2,000 a month. 

3. Set Your Prices Competitively 

Location, level of experience, and type of treatment all affect cost. Average costs in the UK:

Traditional Lashes: £50 to £80

Lashes with volume: £70 to £120

Lashes with Mega Volume: £90 to £150

Tints and Lash Lifts: £40 to £70

Infills: £30 to £60 (2–3 weeks)

Advice on Upselling:

• Give recurring customers loyalty discounts.
• Services in bundles (e.g., brow tint + lash extensions).
• To encourage consistent infills, introduce membership programs. 

4. Promote Your Lash Company

To draw in customers, you need effective marketing:

A. Social Media (Instagram & TikTok)

• Post before/after transformations.
• Use hashtags like #UKLashTech #LashesIn[YourCity]. 
• Run giveaways for free lash sets (in exchange for follows & tags).

B. Google My Business & Facebook Page

• Helps local clients find you via search.
• Encourage reviews to build credibility.

C. Partnerships with Salons and Influencers 

• To gain awareness, provide micro-influencers free or heavily discounted lashes.
• Collaborate with bridal makeup artists to generate recommendations.

D. Paid Ads (Facebook & Instagram)

• Target women aged 18-45 in your area.
• Promote special offers (e.g., 10% off first appointment).

5. Scale Your Income

Once established, consider

• Hiring junior lash techs to take on more clients.

• Opening your own lash studio.

• Expanding into other beauty treatments (brows, nails, etc.). 

In the UK, working as a lash technician is a lucrative career choice with several sources of income. You may start a profitable lash business that makes between £30,000 and £100,000+ a year by being certified, picking the best business plan, setting sensible prices, and using efficient marketing.

Are you prepared to begin? Take a certified course, launch your company, and see how your clientele and revenue increase!

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