What exactly are lash extensions?
Lash extensions are synthetic Mink or Silk and are applied individually 1:1 ratio to the natural lash, with a medical-grade adhesive that is latex and formaldehyde free, including sensitive eye adhesive options.
Lash extensions are synthetic Mink or Silk and are applied individually 1:1 ratio to the natural lash, with a medical-grade adhesive that is latex and formaldehyde free, including sensitive eye adhesive options.
A lash lift is mainly known as an alternative to eyelash extensions. But don’t mistake thinking that lash lifts are worse or lesser than lash extensions. Lash lifts use specially made, non-toxic chemicals on your natural lashes. These chemicals work to break down the lashes’ structural bonds and reform them. They’re kind of like a semi-perm for your eyelashes! This allows your lashes to become curled from the base to the tip, which makes them appear longer and lusher. That’s an important distinction: while a lash lift does add curl to your lashes, it doesn’t add length or volume. Instead, they appear to look longer and fuller because of the added curl. The tint is an option to add and is always recommended as the tips of our lashes are lighter, so when they are tinted, it also makes them appear longer and darker—giving the look of mascara. Unlike lash lifts, eyelash extensions add length and volume to your natural lashes. Eyelash extensions work by placing artificially made lashes on your natural lashes.
All Full sets range in thickness of the lash, curl, and length depending on your natural lashes. Classic lashes are the most natural out of the three. They are applied one extension to one natural lash. This will be recommended if you have a lot of lashes or like a subtle look. Volume/Mega lashes range between 4D-16D, meaning how many lashes are on that one lash fan. Volume is a glamor and dramatic look, giving a dense and darker lash line, especially if you’re used to wearing makeup and going out. Hybrid is just in between! Offering a 60/40 mix of Volume and Classic. If you like wispy and soft, go for this one!
All Full sets range between 90-120 minutes. I would like you to plan for 60-75 minutes for a fill. I will remove any grown-out lashes, clean them up, and make your lashes look brand new every time you come in; this will ensure the retention and life of your extensions.
Yes. Although we don't recommend wearing any that isn't extension safe. Oil-based face products, including makeup, will shorten the life of your lash extensions and cause premature fallout.
Anywhere between 2-3 weeks. Anything longer will result in a Full set due to the lash artist having to remove all the lashes that have grown. Too much weight on the lash tip can cause damage if not removed.
Yes, it is recommended every six months to a year. Our lash cycle is between 4-6 weeks, so a complete lash cycle break can be beneficial but unnecessary. However, if you continue getting lash extensions without taking a break, we recommend using a lash serum to maintain, rehydrate and strengthen the natural lashes. Especially if you naturally have thin short lashes.
Do not get the lashes wet for the first 24-48 hours, including:
-Steam
-Tears
-Showering
-Swimming
-Eye/face Makeup Remover
This is crucial to get the best retention possible!
Brush your lashes straight as needed, including after they’re washed/dried, so that they can be fluffed back up!
-No oil-based products
-Do not touch or pick at your Lashes!
-Do not rub your eyes. This will result in premature fallout on your natural lashes and damage them.
-Do not use a lash curler on them.
-Do not use mascara.
-Do not sleep on them. Try sleeping on your back.
This is a tricky question because we are always looking for ways to increase retention, but everyone is different. Here are a few possibilities; You worked out or had make-up on before your lash appointment. You are going through a lash cycle when most of your natural lashing is moving from the growth stage to a shedding stage in your natural process. Lash sheds are also common when seasons change. You got them wet in the first 24 hours, and the adhesive did not cure completely. Humidity also affects the curing process, so maybe the salon wasn't humid enough/was too humid to adhere correctly. You traveled from an area where the humidity was different. Finally, you could have a tendency for oily skin that causes the adhesive to break down. There are dozens of potential problems and solutions, but please don't assume it is your lash artist's fault! We want everyone to walk out happy with beautiful lashes.
Take a patch test to check for sensitivity to the adhesive if you commonly have reactions. However, if a reaction does occur, we have found that taking a Pepcid AC with Benadryl helps reduce swelling and redness and block further reactions. This, however, is not a solve-all solution. People can still have reactions. Another option is a sensitive adhesive; however, your retention will drop.
Before your appointment, do not apply any moisturizer, make-up, spray tan, or oils to your face until 24 hours after, or it will compromise the application of the lashes. Come comfy; you will be lying down between 1-2 hours! Avoid caffeine to ensure you can stay relaxed or take a nap, so the lash artist has full ability to apply the lashes without movement or the eyes fluttering. Come with a couple of example pictures if you’re unsure what you want!
Henna is a 99.5% natural product that has the power to stain the skin as well as the hair. Unlike regular tints, it contains no ammonia or peroxides. It conditions the brow hairs as well as encourages new hair growth. It is also excellent for those resistant to grey & white hairs.
With the tint, a traditional dye and peroxide mixture is used, and it is designed only to tint the hairs, not the skin. Henna will not only dye the hair but will leave a stain (for approx. 7-14 days) on the skin behind the brow, giving the brow a fuller and filled-in look. In terms of longevity, tint only lasts around 2-3 weeks on the hair. Henna can last up to six weeks on the hair.
Color can last on the hair for up to six weeks and offers a stain on the skin that can last up to a week or more, depending on the skin condition and how well the brows are cared for after the treatment. Just to let you know, the color of the stain on the skin can vary for each client.
Low-maintenance on-the-go types who want to get out the door without “filling in” their brows with a makeup product. Sensitive or dry skin types are suited to henna or anyone who wants a thicker-looking brow without the commitment of eyebrow tattooing.
Oily skin types don’t get as much benefit as the henna breaks down and lifts from the skin more quickly. It can also appear quite dark for a few days too.
Brow Henna is a fantastic option for a less permanent brow enhancement, especially if you’re debating whether or not to take the plunge into cosmetic tattooing. If you have an existing tattoo, you can try the Henna treatment to freshen up your brows. Brow Henna stains the skin surface and hair follicles but does not interfere with any pigments underneath the skin.
On the day of your appointment, do not apply any moisturizer, make-up, spray tan, or oils to your brows, or it will compromise the application of the Henna.
Brows must be left alone for the first 24 hours. Keep them dry without water, sweating, saunas, or steam rooms. Try not to rub or touch them. Please don't apply makeup for the first 24 hours. After 24 hours, you may resume your regular activities and treatment of your brows. However, extended time in chlorine, the sun, tanning beds, or sweating can cause the brows to fade faster. Wash your brows with a non-abrasive/non-exfoliating cleanser and avoid oil-based products.