Brow & Lash Specialist

Brow & Lash Specialist

Full Time or Part Time · Brow Artist · Lash Artist · South Loop, Chicago

Intro: Lumi's founding brow and lash artist, an Illinois licensed specialist who excels at brow lamination, tinting, henna, lash lifts, and luxury lash extensions (classic, hybrid, volume).

The Role: You'll perform all brow and lash services at Lumi, from custom brow shaping and lamination to luxury lash extensions, and help shape the brow / lash menu, retail line, and aftercare protocols.

What You'll Do:

Perform brow lamination, brow tinting, and henna brow services with custom mapping for each face

Execute precision brow shaping (waxing, tweezing, threading) based on facial architecture and natural growth

Deliver lash lifts and lash tints with appropriate rod sizing and processing for healthy, natural looking results

Apply luxury lash extensions, classic, hybrid, volume, and mega volume sets, with proper isolation, retention, and styling

Perform extension fills (2 week, 3 week) and removals, preserve natural lash health throughout

Conduct thorough consultations: brow goals, lash style, lifestyle, contraindications, and aftercare expectations

Build custom brow and lash maps tailored to face shape, eye shape, and existing growth patterns

Help shape Lumi's brow and lash menu, pricing, retail aftercare line, and add on structure

Manage adhesive temperature and humidity for optimal extension retention

Maintain meticulous sanitation: sterile tweezers, single use mascara wands, disposable adhesive rings, IDPH compliant station

Manage station inventory: extensions, adhesives, lift / tint kits, henna, and brow supplies, flag reorders to the Operations Manager

Build and retain a loyal client base through exceptional retention, attentive aftercare, and rebooking

Collaborate with the Front Desk Concierge on content (with your consent)

Coordinate with the aesthetician on combined service roadmaps (lash lift + facial, brow lamination + peel, etc.)

What We're Looking For:

Active Illinois esthetician or cosmetology license (required)

Lash extension certification (classic + volume / hybrid required)

2+ years of professional brow / lash experience preferred

Portfolio of work, sets, retention examples, brow before / afters

Brow lamination and henna brow experience

Strong understanding of facial architecture, brow mapping, eye shape, and lash styling

Strict sanitation and adhesive handling protocols, single use, sterile tool discipline

Knowledge of contraindications and patch test protocols for tints, henna, and lift / lamination chemistry

Steady hands, patience for detailed work, and the visual eye to enhance without overworking

Warm, professional chairside manner, especially with first time lamination or extension clients

Comfortable in a boutique founding team setting

Bonus (Nice to Have):

Existing client following in the Chicago area

Advanced certifications: mega volume, wet look sets, lash artistry / styling courses

Brow tattoo, microshading, or PMU experience (or interest in cross training)

Threading proficiency

Active social media presence or comfort being featured in educational brow / lash content

Bilingual (English / Spanish)

Familiarity with Boulevard or similar booking software

Compensation & Benefits:

Hourly base plus per service commission and 100% tip retention

Ramp up support while you build your book

Premium products and tools, quality adhesives, lash trays, lamination kits, and a clean, well lit dedicated station

Continuing education support, advanced lash artistry, brow mapping, lamination chemistry, and conferences

Flexible scheduling that grows from part time to full time as your book builds

Founding team seat, a voice in the brow / lash menu, retail line, and brand direction

Friends and family discount on all Lumi services

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person