Which lash bar supplies run out fastest and how do I check stock?

In a lash bar, the items that go fastest are the ones used on every client. Think adhesive, lash trays in the popular styles, under-eye pads, cleansers and disposable tools. Some, like adhesive, also lose quality over time, so a full shelf does not always mean usable stock. Check dates on anything that can expire.

Ask for purchase records showing how often each item is reordered and how long delivery takes. If a favourite style is frequently out of stock at the supplier, find out what the studio does then. Look for a pattern of rushed orders, which can signal poor planning or a supplier that is hard to rely on.

Do a count with the seller present and compare it with what the books say. Ask who orders, who counts and how often. Check whether the studio relies on one supplier, and whether there is a backup. A written reorder list, with minimum levels for each item, shows the business is managed carefully and is a good habit to keep. Ask the staff, not just the owner. The technicians know when a style is nearly gone and which products they ration. Their answers show where shortages actually bite, and whether clients are ever turned away or rescheduled because something ran out.

Key takeaways

• Check expiry dates on adhesive and other consumables.
• Review reorder history and delivery waits by item.
• Count stock yourself and compare it to the books.
• Ask whether a backup supplier exists.