New to Lash extensions?
- Priscela Sexton
- Feb 16
- 3 min read
What are lash extensions? Lash extensions are fake lashes attached to your natural lash using a non-irritating adhesive. They are attach about .5mm away from your lash line. They are designed to make your lash, longer, thicker and darker. They are attach one by one to your natural lash.
Lash extensions can be a Classic, Volume or mega Volume.
Classic lash extensions are a type of eyelash extension where a single individual lash is applied to one natural lash, creating a more natural look by essentially mimicking the effect of mascara, adding length and thickness to your existing lashes without dramatic volume; it's considered the most traditional method of lash extension application, using a 1:1 ratio (one extension per natural lash).
Volume lash extensions are a type of eyelash extension where multiple individual lash extensions are applied to a single natural lash, creating a fuller and more dramatic appearance compared to classic lash extensions. Here in the salon, we use premade fans from 2d-8d fans to create your desired look.
For light volumes you can choose 3d-4d lash fans.
For Volume sets you can choose 5d-8d fans.
Mega volume lash extensions is technique to the next level, using even thinner extensions to create larger fans. This results in an ultra-dramatic and dense look, ideal for special occasions or those who love intense volume. We do not offer this sets at the moment.
For your first set of lash extensions, we recommend trying Classic lash extensions, and see if it's for you.
Most lash type is suitable for Classic lash extensions, but not all lash type is suitable for Volume sets.
How to prepare for lash extension appointment:
1. No caffeine right before your appointment or energy drink. Consuming caffeine before your appointment can cause your eyes to twitch. This can impact the lash artist ability to apply lash extensions.
2. No make up around the eye. No mascara.
3. No contact lenses
After care:
1. Don't wet your lash extensions for at least 24 hours.
2. Brush your extensions every morning.
3. Avoid oil products near your lash extensions.
4. Wash them regularly, with a gentle formula only. Foaming lash cleanser preferably. This can improve lash retention. Our lashes can trapped dirt and oil which can affect the adhesive used in the extensions. Not alone unwashed lash extension can hold germs that may cause eye infection.
5. Don't rub your eyes, don't pick your lashes.
6. Becoming a back sleeper is the best thing you can do for your fresh set of extensions. This prevents the lashes from rubbing against the pillow, which can cause lash loss or alter direction.
To maintain the lash extensions:
1. Book in for an infill 2-3 weeks after. Our natural lash fall outs can be 1-5 lashes per day.
When we don't have extensions, we may not notice this fall outs. But with lash extensions this will be noticeable, as extensions become gappy.
What to expect during lash extensions:
1. Lash bath, lash gets cleaned to remove natural oil, dust or any debris on the lash.
2. Lower lash is tape down, to prevent them from sticking up.
3. More taping to prep lash for extensions.
4. Taping is not painful but maybe slightly uncomfortable when applied and removed.
5. Client needs to keep eyes close throughout the appointment.
6. Able to lie down still.
5. Most clients just sleep throughout the treatment.
What to expect after lash extensions:
1. Redness on the eyes, this normally this goes within 48hours, depending on your sensitivity.
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