Mobile lash artist business

Travel to clients' homes, offices and event venues to apply lash extensions with a portable kit.

Technician applying individual eyelash extensions to a client's lashes.

Startup cost$1.5k to $6k

Monthly revenue$1k to $5k

Time needed10+ h/week

First incomeMonths

$1.5k-6k
Side hustle
Out and about
Licence or permit needed

Estimates for a small start in the US, not guarantees.

Official data

84,176 US businesses with employees in this field, +1.5% in a year

NAICS 812112 “Beauty salons”. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns 2023.

What it is

A mobile lash service where you bring a portable bed or chair, lighting and supplies to clients. It suits bridal parties, busy professionals and group events.

Your first three steps

Check with your state board of cosmetology whether your license allows mobile services and what rules apply
Put together a portable setup with a massage table or reclining chair, good lighting and sanitizing supplies, and practice setting it up fast
Set a travel radius and fee, then offer bridal and group packages through local social media and wedding vendors

Who pays

Busy clients who prefer appointments at home, brides and bridal parties, and groups booking a party or event.

How it makes money

A price per full set or fill, often with a travel fee and group pricing for bridal parties and events.

Skills that help

Lash application technique
Reliable driving and punctuality
Clear communication and professionalism
Setting up a clean workspace anywhere

Watch out for

Some states restrict or limit services outside a licensed salon, so check with your state licensing board
General liability and professional liability insurance, and check that it covers work at client locations
Clients' homes may not be clean or well lit, so set a standard for hygiene and have a right to decline
Allergic reactions or eye irritation, so use patch tests and signed consent forms
Check your city or county for any local business license requirement

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Questions people ask

How much does it cost to start a mobile lash business?

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $1,500 to $6,000, depending on the quality of your portable bed, lighting, supplies and insurance. Your own costs will vary with the kit you choose.

How much can a mobile lash artist earn?

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on how many hours you work, how many clients you book and your prices. Part-time schedules start at about 10 hours a week.

What rules should I check before starting a mobile lash business?

Check with your state licensing board, since some states restrict services outside a licensed salon. Also check that your insurance covers client locations, look up city or county business license rules, and use patch tests and signed consent forms.