Lash Extension Lighting: What to Look For

Lash extensions aren’t easy! Mastering the trade not only takes time and practice, but it takes bells and whistles, too. I’m going to save the bells for another day and talk about the whistles: Lighting! Yes, lash extension lighting is a huge part of mastering the art of lashing; without perfect lighting, how will you create perfect lashes?!

So, there are some lash extension lighting basics that we need to go over before anything else.

Professional Lighting That Mimics Natural Light

The benefits of “natural light” are incredible, but it isn’t often that a lash artist will have a big ol’ beautiful window right next to their station (and like, what are the odds that the clouds will stay tucked away ALLLLL the time anyways?). A lash artists best bet is to find professional lighting that mimics natural light as best as possible. And guess what! There are actually lighting systems and devices that are centered around creating a “natural-like” light source. These lights use LED lights, rather than fluorescent lights.

Adjustable Lighting That Offers Flexibility

Flexibility with lighting is also a must-have. Being able to, not only adjust the lights positioning, but the brightness and intensity, as well. Adjustable lighting that offers flexibility will make such a difference. When searching for lighting you will want to find something that has a fairly neck (adjustable attachment or stem) AND multiple brightness options.

Lightweight and Portable Lash Extension Lighting

Not that I assume you will be traveling often, but you will most likely want to move this baby around throughout your appointments. If you ever do need to travel with it, though, you can! A lightweight and portable lash extension lighting system will make your life so much easier. Find something that folds up easily and has a travel bag. For taking great before and afters, a portable mirror with lights is a must. 

Now that I’ve laid out the basics, let talk specifics: lash extension lighting brands. I have created a list of lights, from personal experience, that seem to be most popular amongst us lash-ionistas! The CosmoGlo, The Ring Light, and The Glamcor Light! Keep in mind, these are my personal preferences and opinions based off of my lash experience…What works best for me may not always work best for you!

The CosmoGlo

This light is a lash artist favorite and for good reason. Here is the run down! The CosmoGlo light is designed with lash artists in mind, combining premium functionality and sleek design to elevate your lash application experience. This professional-grade light features a unique, curved LED bar that provides balanced, shadow-free illumination across the entire workspace. With adjustable brightness and a flicker-free setting, the CosmoGlo light reduces eye strain and enhances precision, allowing lash techs to see every detail with complete clarity.

Plus, it’s energy-efficient, low-heat, and eco-friendly, meaning you save on electricity costs while enjoying consistent, high-quality lighting for years.

The Ring Light

I can’t say I don’t love a good ring light… I am literally staring at one on the other side of the room as I type this! Do I think they are ideal for lashing? No, and let me tell you why. Though they put off great light that can ideally wrap around your entire face without casting shadows, they are huge and not ideal to work around during a service. Seriously, learn from my mistakes. I used one of these when I first started, and it just wasn’t practical. It is bulky and, though adjustable by angel, there is no neck! Not to mention, they are slightly top heavy, and I may or may not have had it topple on to a client before…OOPS! They do come with a portable bag and lighting filters, but just take my advice and save The Ring Light for that pre-outing selfie sesh.

The Glamcor Light

It uses LED lights to put off the most perfect, natural white light. It has two separate lights that each have a gooseneck stem. The two lights swivel and adjust making each lash appointment a breeze. I’m not the only one who is obsessed, I promise.

“It rocks! The five levels of brightness make my appointments go so smooth. I can use the lowest level [of brightness] when applying eye pads, crank it up to the 5th level for the appointment, and back down to level 3 or 4 for the most perfect soft, lit pics for my insta!”