How To Hold Lash Tweezers Like A Pro
We’ve all had those frustrating days where nothing seems to go right… your fans won’t fan, your tweezers won’t tweeze, and you feel like giving up. The culprit? Believe it or not, it might be as simple as how you’re holding your tweezers. Let’s talk about how to fix your grip, improve your results, and make lashing more comfortable.
How To Hold Lash Extension Tweezers
First things first: if you’re holding your application/pick up tweezers with two fingers plus the thumb and not getting consistent, comfortable results it might be time for a change. While it might feel natural like holding a pencil, this grip restricts mobility, forcing you to tilt and twist your wrist into awkward positions to reach different sections of the lash line. Over time, this can lead to wrist pain, hand fatigue, and even carpal tunnel.
The solution? The three-finger technique. In your dominant hand, place your index finger, middle and ring fingers on one side of the tweezer and your thumb on the opposite side. This method allows you to:
Apply even pressure with less effort.
Move easily between the inner and outer corners.
Anchor your pinky finger for extra stability.
It may take some practice, but this grip can transform your lashing game.
Which Hand Do You Hold Isolation Lash Extension Tweezers In?
Isolation tweezers are to be held in your non-dominant hand, leaving your dominant hand free to pick up and apply extensions to the isolated natural lash. Some of our favorites for this are the P2 and P5 tweezers that make it easy to separate natural lashes without extra strain.
How To Choose The Best Lash Tweezers
Your grip is only as good as the tools you’re working with. Here are some tips for choosing the best eye lash tweezers:
Precision: Look for tweezers with sharp, aligned tips for accuracy in application, also do try out a fiber tip tweezer like the F10 to get amazing no slip grip every time.
Comfort: Lightweight, low tension designs reduce strain during long appointments.
Functionality: Use versatile tweezers like the P5 that can be for isolation and/or placement.
Don’t forget to keep your tweezers clean and adhesive-free to maintain their performance.
Cautions And Safety For Lash Extensions Tweezers
Always thoroughly wash and disinfect your tweezers between clients to ensure hygiene and consistency.
Be mindful when dipping into eyelash extension adhesive to prevent glue from seeping onto the tips, which can interrupt the grip and make application inconsistent.
Use extra caution when transporting your lashing tweezers to and from the wash station in order to prevent accidental dropping of the tools which lead to bent tips, this will often result in permanent damage that ruins the grip.
Work Smarter, Not Harder
By mastering the three-finger technique and pairing it with the right tools, you’ll see an immediate improvement in your results. You’ll save time, reduce strain, and create better lash sets—all while protecting your hands and wrists from long-term damage.
Ready to level up your lashing game? Practice this positioning for 20 minutes a day before client appointments, and don’t forget to check out our tweezers, and high-quality eyelash extension adhesives for tools that support your success. Let us know how this works for you, we can’t wait to hear about your breakthroughs!
Xoxo, Ashley Gonzalez
