This blog outlines everything that you need to do Lynk-Gel lashes.
You probably already have almost everything you need to start using the Lynk-Gel Method. But here’s a few items you might want to pick up to help add the Lynk-Gel service to your existing menu.
We always recommend that you take our certified Lynk-Gel training. We go over safety, proper use, tips and tricks, all sorts of additional information and more during your personalized training. Then after you get additional training modules for free, discounted glue prices, a spot on our lash artist directory, early access to sales and discounts, behind the scenes info on what’s going on at illumino, use of our logos and trademarks, and even the ability to be a Lynk-Gel Ambassador to get free products! With our online and in-person training options, there’s an option that works for everyone and we can’t wait to help you offer your clients an upgrade to the best LED lashes on the market!
Or you may purchase a Lynk-Gel Kit from our website and teach yourself. It does come with the online theory, but it doesn't come with the additional perks a certified artist would get.
Regardless of if you take the certified Lynk-Gel Training or if you purchase the kit, there will probably be a few items that you need to purchase to finish off your kit and make sure you have what you need to provide your clients with stress-free lashes. We're going to take a look at what these items are, why you need them, and what our suggestions are and why.
Most Important! The Power Source.
The Lynk-Gel Kit does not come with its own power source or cable, but you can easily source both yourself. However, there are several options available, which can get a little confusing. So we'd like to start by explaining the differences in these options. If you don't follow our recommendations, you may break your device or it may turn off prematurely, causing frustration and making it very difficult to give your client Lynk-Gel lashes. If you use a different USB cable or battery pack than our recommended ones and your device malfunctions, it will void your warranty and you will be required to purchase a new device.
Warning! Do NOT plug the Lynk-Gel Device directly into the wall. The only way we know to safely plug it in without breaking the device is with option 4. If you break your device by connecting the wrong power source, you will need to purchase a new one.
1. Power Banks
Our #1 recommendation is to get the Voltaic power bank. This little power bank has an 'always on' function that ensures that your device will not turn off while you work with it. Other power banks may turn off without the proper setup, but this is the easiest no-stress solution. Any other battery packs not listed on our Amazon list has the potential to break your device, causing it to dim or not turn off and void the warranty. If this happens, the warranty will be void and you may replace it for 75% off the price of a new device the first time. After that, you will be required to purchase a whole new device.
2. USB Cords
We highly prefer the extreme flexible short USB cables because they're comfortable and lightweight. And you can use this with the Voltaic without any additional setup! We also have other recommended cables on our list. You can choose between any of them. Any other USB cords not listed on our Amazon list has the potential to break your device, causing it to dim or not turn off and void the warranty. If this happens, the warranty will be void and you may replace it for 75% off the price of a new device the first time. After that, you will be required to purchase a whole new device.
3. Wall USB Plug with Hub
The last recommended way to use your Lynk-Gel Device is by connecting this wall hub to your device. This doesn't require any additional setup, but it does limit you to working by a wall outlet. However, if you don't plan on moving around and you have a convenient setup, this may be the easiest option for you!
Lynk-Gel Kit
The Lynk-Gel Kit includes everything you need to start providing your clients with the best retention lashes you've ever seen! What's included in your kit and what do you still need to purchase? We'll cover that extensively. Let’s start with the important products – the Lynk-Gel LED Curing Device and Lynk-Gel Glue. First the Lynk-Gel Device: this is the LED device that we invented and developed for lash artists to use to cure our Lynk-Gel Adhesive. The Lynk-Gel Device will keep isolation tweezers in place as you work with magnets, but you may also attach your tweezers with tape if they are non magnetic. Your LED lash kit provides you with one isolation tweezer and glue, while your Lynk-Gel LED lash training provides you with two of each!
Included in your Lynk-Gel 4.0 Kit:- 1x Lynk-Gel Device
- 1x Full Color Quickstart Guide
- 1x Full Digital Manual
- 1x Pink Carrying Case
- 1x Lynk-Gel Glue
- 1x Lash Cleanser
- 1x Lash Prep
- 1x Lemon Sorbet Cream Remover
- 1x Isolation Tweezer (of your choice!)
- 1x Box of Green Eye Gel Pads
- 3x Pairs of Tip-Mops
- 3x Disposable Cleansing Brushes in Bags
Tweezers
Next is tweezers. If you do lashes already, you have tweezers. You probably even have ones you love, ones you use on occasion, and some you put in a drawer to never think about again (unless you really, really need a pair). While we can’t promise that your favorite tweezers will work, but if they're uncoated metal then they’re probably magnetic and will work perfectly with the LED curing device. If they’re coated, you’ll probably have to bookmark them – which is covered in our Lynk-Gel training. Or you can skip having to worry about whether or not your tweezers will fit and stay in place, and just look through our collection of 16 different tweezers, all lightweight and uncoated - so they're magnetic - with a wingtip on the end to counterbalance the weight and make them comfortable to hold and use for extended periods of time.
Lashes
Of course, we can’t forget about the lash extensions themselves. I think it’s pretty much a given that if you’re doing lash extensions, you need to have eyelash extensions to put on! Lynk-Gel doesn’t require any special lashes, and will work with Classic, Volume, and Premades! The only lashes that it won’t work with are pop lashes (EZ fans). Lynk-Gel is actually even better than traditional glues for premades because it will freeze them in place. The best part for the handmade volume fan makers out there is once you turn on the LED light, the fans will stay open.
If you make your own handmade volume fans, the Lynk-Gel is perfect for that too, except that you cannot use the pinching method.
Supplies
After that, we have our other basic lash accessories. The Lynk-Gel Kit comes with several full sized samples of illumino lash supplies, whether you purchase the kit or take the certified training. The just device and glue does not come with these. Look above for the full kit contents.
The only thing you probably don’t have, and we don’t sell are the glue coin foils. The Lynk-Gel glue will react to most plastics and start curing prematurely, so we always use colored hair foils that have been cut with a 1.25” hole punch to put the glue on. We recommend using colored foils instead of silver because it makes it easier to see the clear Lynk-Gel Adhesive.
Light
The last absolute necessity, that you probably don’t have yet, to do Lynk-Gel with is a light filter. Because the Lynk-Gel glue dries when it’s exposed to light, you’ll need to use a filter on your working lamp. We suggest using this filter which can be cut to whatever size that you need.
Extras
A couple of final items that aren’t necessary, but are helpful, are a handheld heater and a mini fridge. The Lynk-Gel Adhesive must be kept cold, and having a mini fridge nearby your work area (on your lash trolley) makes it a lot easier to refresh your working bead of glue every 15-20 minutes. Otherwise you’ll have to run back to your fridge every time you need more glue. It’s also helpful to finish the service with a handheld mini heater. Just hand the heater to your client (while their eyes are closed) to make sure that the glue is completely dry before opening. The heating actions ensures that the underside of the lashes are set before they open their eyes.
Now you know that most of what you need for doing Lynk-Gel lashes is the same as doing traditional lashes! Most of the additional items that you need are included in your training kit, and those that aren’t can be found for cheap online or at your local beauty supply stores. So, what are you waiting for? Come join us in person or online, and take a Lynk-Gel training class! Your clients will love having the best retention they’ve ever had, and you’ll love not having stickies, working faster compared to using conventional glue (after some practice), and being able to increase your prices!
Conclusion
You’ve scrolled through the posts online, read the blog, seen the results, and you definitely want to start offering Lynk-Gel lashes yourself (and if you haven’t, check here to see the benefits!). However, you may be thinking that you couldn’t possibly offer them because it requires so many specialized requirements, specific lashes, and equipment that it’s going to be so difficult to get started! Now you should know that it’s not the case and you probably have at least 85% of what you need to do Lynk-Gel right now.
Written By: J. Thorn
