Insurance and Liability
Insurance & Liability in Lash Lifting & Tinting
Objective
Understand the legal and professional importance of having the correct insurance before performing lash lifting and tinting treatments, whether you’re working from home, mobile, or in a salon environment.
Insurance is not just a formality - it’s your professional protection. Working around the delicate eye area involves potential risks, and being fully insured safeguards both you and your clients should anything unexpected occur.
Types of Insurance Needed
Before treating any paying clients, even during case studies, you must have suitable insurance in place. This ensures that you’re covered for accidents, allergic reactions, or professional complaints related to your services.
1. Public Liability Insurance
Covers injuries, accidents, or damage involving a client or member of the public during or as a result of your lash services.
Examples:
• A client trips and injures themselves in your workspace.
• Lash tint drips onto clothing and causes damage.
• A reaction to lifting solution results in an eye irritation claim.
💡 This is the essential minimum insurance every lash artist should hold.
2. Professional Indemnity Insurance
Protects you if a client claims your treatment, advice, or actions caused them harm, dissatisfaction, or loss.
Examples:
• You provide incorrect aftercare advice and the client experiences lash breakage.
• The client claims the lifting rods were placed incorrectly, causing lashes to curl unevenly.
• A client is unhappy with the tint shade or result and seeks compensation.
💡This type of cover supports you legally and financially if a dispute arises.
3. Treatment Risk Cover
Specifically protects you against claims directly linked to lash lifting, tinting, and related eye treatments.
Many insurance providers include this within a combined beauty policy, but always check that lash lifting and lash tinting are individually named on your certificate.
If they are not listed, you may not be covered for these specific services.
4. Student Insurance (If Still in Training)
If you’re still completing your case studies or practical assessments, you must hold student insurance before working on models, even if they’re friends or family.
💡 Many insurers or training academies offer this at a discounted rate or include it as part of your accredited course. It’s a simple but vital step in protecting yourself during your learning phase.
