What should I know before enrolling in a lash and brow academy?

Your path to becoming a certified lash and brow artist—made simple, clear, and beginner-friendly.

Choosing the right lash and brow academy is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when entering the beauty industry. Whether you dream of becoming a lash artist, mastering eyebrow design, or offering popular services like lash lifts and brow laminations, the quality of your training will shape your career.

What should I know before enrolling in a lash and brow academy?

This guide will help you understand what to look for in a lash academy, how to choose the right lash training, what a lash course curriculum should include, and why The Wink Lab may be the perfect place to start your journey.

1. Know the Licensing Requirements in Pennsylvania - What should I know before enrolling in a lash and brow academy?

Before enrolling, make sure you understand what the state requires. In Pennsylvania, eyelash extensions currently fall under services that do not require a cosmetology or esthetics license to perform. However, brow waxing, brow shaping, and brow laminations may require licensure, depending on your service offerings.

A reputable academy will always guide you on:

• What services require a license

• What services do not

• How to grow your menu safely and legally

  
  

2. Research the Reputation of the Academy

Your academy should offer more than techniques—it should offer mentorship, support, and real-world knowledge.

Look for:

• Student reviews, showing class results.

• Graduates’ success stories

• Certification credibility

• Small Class sizes

• Hans on training

  
  

At The Wink Lab Academy, our students consistently highlight:

• Small class sizes for personalized attention

• Hands-on practice with multiple models

• High-quality professional kits

• Lifetime mentorship and continued support

  
  

3. Understand the Lash Course Curriculum

A strong curriculum should never feel rushed. It should include theory, technique, practice, sanitation, and business essentials.

A high-quality lash curriculum usually includes:

• Lash anatomy

• Classic, Hybrid, or Volume fundamentals

• Proper isolation

• Lash mapping

• Adhesive control (humidity, temperature, retention science)

• Safety, sanitation, and allergies

• How to work with different curl types, lengths & diameters

• How to photograph your work

• Pricing and how to start your business

  
  

If you're comparing programs, make sure your academy teaches modern techniques, uses quality products, and prioritizes healthy lash application.

4. Look for Hands-On Practice With Real Models

The more live practice you get, the more confident you’ll become.

At a minimum, your lash certification should include:

• Practice on mannequins

• Practice on at least two live models

• Supervision from a certified instructor

• Homework to reinforce techniques

• Learning in small classes of no more than 5 students

  
  

This is where cheaper online courses simply can’t compete—nothing replaces real hands-on practice and having a trained professional guide you step-by-step. Eyelash extensions and brow services are professional-grade treatments that must be learned from an experienced artist, not a low-quality online shortcut.

Online courses are great once you already understand the basics, but they should complement your foundation—not replace real training.

5. What We Offer at The Wink Lab Academy

If you're looking for the best lash academy in Pennsylvania, we’re here to help you build a strong foundation and a successful beauty career.

Our Courses:

Eyelash Extensions Course (3 Days / 3 Weekends)

• Includes a full professional lash kit

• Practice with 2 live models

• Classic fundamentals

• Adhesive mastery + retention science

• Lash mapping & styling

• Intro to Hybrid & Volume

• Business + pricing guidance

• Small classes (max 5 students)

  
  

✨ Lash Lift & Keratin Course (1 Day)

• Includes full professional kit

• Practice with 2 live models

• Correct processing times

• Lash health & aftercare

• Lash lift troubleshooting

  
  

✨ Brow Course: Wax, Tint, Hybrid Brow & Lamination (1 Day)

• Includes pro brow kit

• Practice with 3 live models

• Bronsun Dye

• Brow shaping

• Brow lamination

• Brow mapping

• Color theory

  
  

6. Why Students Choose Us

At The Wink Lab Academy…

✔ We prioritize healthy application

✔ We use top-quality products

✔ We offer small class sizes

✔ Students receive lifetime mentorship

✔ Our curriculum is designed for real-world success

We don’t just certify you—we prepare you for a career.

Ready to Start Your Lash or Brow Career?

Whether you want to specialize in eyelash extensions, brows, or lash lifts, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

👉 Enroll today at The Wink Lab Academy

📍 West Chester & Phoenixville,

We can’t wait to train you, support you, and celebrate your success.