What are Lash Extensions?
Lash Extensions are single strand, tapered lashes of varying lengths, thicknesses and curvature designed to attach to your own natural lash. In plain English, it looks like a single, real human lash with amplified thickness and curve.
These can be made of synthetic fiber, fine silk or real mink. We use a combination of Novalash (synthetic) and mink lashes to get the fullest, most realistic eye enhancing look unique to every woman.
Unlike fake lashes that come in a strip, these are applied one single lash at a time using a physician developed medical grade adhesive. The lash extension will never be attached to your skin or your eyelid, so it follows the natural growth and bloom of your own lashes.
Lash extensions are also surprisingly weightless, and once attached, just looks like they’re yours to begin with.
These can be made of synthetic fiber, fine silk or real mink. We use a combination of Novalash (synthetic) and mink lashes to get the fullest, most realistic eye enhancing look unique to every woman.
Unlike fake lashes that come in a strip, these are applied one single lash at a time using a physician developed medical grade adhesive. The lash extension will never be attached to your skin or your eyelid, so it follows the natural growth and bloom of your own lashes.
Lash extensions are also surprisingly weightless, and once attached, just looks like they’re yours to begin with.
Why Lash Extensions?
Oh, let us count the ways. Aside from the face brightening, eye widening benefits, here’s why people opt to pretty up with lash extensions:
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Most Natural Eye Lash Extension appointments are done in just over an hour.
With an experienced and skilled lash artist delicately bonding a single extension to your own lash, you’ll hardly feel it through the procedure.
Unlike fake lashes, you get all the drama without the drag. Fake lashes use heavier hard-drying adhesives while lash extension adhesives are light and non-gunky. There’s no clumping and practically no weight.
Lash extensions can last up to four (4) weeks, and dramatically improve your look for the price. Lash refills also cost less than full sets.
Latisse is a great product, but you need time, patience and the discipline to apply it every night. Most noticeable growth is reported only after weeks of religious use – which won’t exactly work if you need to be prettier NOW.
Also, some clients with lighter colored eyes are averse to using Latisse, even while it’s safe, they make the personal choice to skip it. Lash extensions are a great alternative with less time commitment and fuss over all. Because lash extensions need to be refreshed after a certain period, you can opt to take them out completely, refill them to the same look or choose a different style of lash altogether if you’re feeling even more fun and frisky.
Yep, it’s true. Fuller lashes magnify your eyes, look fantastically youthful and so natural that you’re going to love the freedom of having to do less. Don’t get us wrong, we LOVE make up but we also believe that less is more.
Enjoy tumbling out of bed ALREADY looking bright eyed. Men are scared of obvious make up, and what can be more disconcerting than having your lashes skewed when you’d rather be lovely as morning dew?
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What happens during a Lash Extension Procedure?
Well, after your Lash Artist has a conversation with you to assess the look and feel you’re going for, you just lay back, close your eyes and relax. Sumptious, eh?
Your Lash Artist will then do the following:
Your Lash Artist will then do the following:
- Remove your existing eye make up
- Apply an under eye pad to keep your skin flat and away from your own lashes.
- Painstakingly bond a single lash extension to your own individual lash, how many depends on the style you want.
- Your eyes will remain shut through the procedure, all you need to do is to lie still and think good thoughts!
- Your Lash Artist will check on you from time to time to make sure you’re comfortable and feeling safe.
What's in a Lash Extension?
Lash extensions can be made of synthetic fiber, fine silk synthetic or real mink. All are tapered and curved, though some vary in thickness and weight. Here’s a run-down of each:
- Synthetic fiber lashes are the most affordable option, they hold curl well because they’re stiffer. Consequently, they’re used for more dramatic looks.
- Fine silk lashes are also synthetic but much thinner than the fiber ones. Amongst all three options, this mimics the human lash the most.
- Mink lashes comes from yes, real minks. Though none are harmed or killed in the process. These are soft, black, silky and thick. They have the most shine while being weightless.
Did you say Medical Grade Adhesive?
Yes. The adhesive used to attach the lash extensions to your own lash is physician developed and tested to be safe, fume-free with the highest bonding rate possible under normal conditions.
Given how tender and sensitive the human eye can be, the Novalash adhesive we use is ophthalmologist tested and carbonate free while still containing healthy lash promoting vitamins, peptides and plant extracts. Get the science here, because we believe in safety.
Given how tender and sensitive the human eye can be, the Novalash adhesive we use is ophthalmologist tested and carbonate free while still containing healthy lash promoting vitamins, peptides and plant extracts. Get the science here, because we believe in safety.
Will getting Lash Extensions kill my own lashes?
No, it won’t – as long as it’s properly applied and cared for. This is why the application technique requires training and certification. Your natural lashes will continue growing because the technique requires that we take several different "separation" steps during the process, at all times attaching each extension to a single lash without eyelid contact.
How long will lash extensions last and when will I need touch ups?
We know it seems hard to believe that extensions can last between three (3) to five (5) weeks. Most of our clients who follow the recommended Lash Care Do's and Don'ts report an average lash extension life span of four (4) weeks. This can be shorter if you're using specialty lashes such as Candied Lashes.
Remember, each lash extension is bonded to your own individual lashes so expect to lose some extensions as your own lashes shed and go through their natural growth cycle. Even more so as you get exposed to environments or engage in activities which keep your eyes wet.
We recommend getting a touch up when your extensions are at 50% of their initial fullness. If you've lost more than 50% of your extensions, you will need a full set. Though usually most people go through several touch ups before needing it.
Remember, each lash extension is bonded to your own individual lashes so expect to lose some extensions as your own lashes shed and go through their natural growth cycle. Even more so as you get exposed to environments or engage in activities which keep your eyes wet.
We recommend getting a touch up when your extensions are at 50% of their initial fullness. If you've lost more than 50% of your extensions, you will need a full set. Though usually most people go through several touch ups before needing it.
What if I choose NOT to get a touch up, can I take the extensions off myself?
NO. Please don't forget, lash extensions are attached using an adhesive. You WILL damage your natural lashes if you attempt to remove these yourself. Only a certified Lash specialist or technician can remove your extensions for you, since it will require the use of an adhesive remover gel and careful separation.
There's really no need to risk the damage, and usually lash extension removal is very affordable and painless.
There's really no need to risk the damage, and usually lash extension removal is very affordable and painless.
I wear Contacts, is that a problem?
Not at all, you'll be fine. The adhesive will never touch your skin so no worries.
Ok, so who CAN'T wear lash extensions?
Ah, great question. It's a NO GO for the following:
Anyone with adhesive allergies.
Anyone who just had Lasik has to wait at least 4 weeks and seek their doctor's approval prior to getting extensions.
Anyone who just had an eyelift (Blephoroplasty) must wait 4 to 6 MONTHS after the operation and also gain their doctor's approval.
Anyone who had Chemotherapy in the last 6 MONTHS.
Anyone who's on Thyroid Medication may find keeping the lashes beyond 2 weeks a challenge.
Anyone who has a medical condition related to their eyes, sight or eye area should really consult their doctor first.
Anyone with adhesive allergies.
Anyone who just had Lasik has to wait at least 4 weeks and seek their doctor's approval prior to getting extensions.
Anyone who just had an eyelift (Blephoroplasty) must wait 4 to 6 MONTHS after the operation and also gain their doctor's approval.
Anyone who had Chemotherapy in the last 6 MONTHS.
Anyone who's on Thyroid Medication may find keeping the lashes beyond 2 weeks a challenge.
Anyone who has a medical condition related to their eyes, sight or eye area should really consult their doctor first.
Lash Extension Do's & Dont's : Before and After Care
Before Getting your Extensions
After Getting your Extensions
With proper care, you lash extensions will last up to four (4) weeks! But more importantly, we’re talking about your eyes here and you need to keep them healthy and safe, no matter what. Keeping your extensions clean, and in top condition helps towards that.
- DO come with a clean, make-up free face if possible. Try to avoid mascara. If you have it on, we’ll just wipe it off.
- DON’T saturate the skin around your eyes with moisturizers or oils.
- DON’T curl or perm your lashes since this will affect lash bonding and curl, and subsequently, the look.
After Getting your Extensions
With proper care, you lash extensions will last up to four (4) weeks! But more importantly, we’re talking about your eyes here and you need to keep them healthy and safe, no matter what. Keeping your extensions clean, and in top condition helps towards that.
- DO take caution when touching, handling or having contact with your eye area.
- DON’T expose your lashes or the eye area to any wetness or liquid for at least 24 hours after your appointment. That means water, sweat, oil, moisturizers – if it’s liquid, keep it away from those freshly framed peepers for a day.
- DON’T rub or scratch your eyes.
- DON’T sleep on your face or on your eyes. And definitely don't use sleeping eye masks.
- DON’T use facial masques that contain Alpha or Beta Hydroxy, Vitamin C or any kind of acidic substance that can interact with the adhesive on your eye extensions.
- DON’T do a chemical peel or a facial steam.
- DON’T hang out in humid environments like steam rooms, saunas, heated yoga rooms and tanning salons. NO Sweat Lodges!
- DON’T use water proof mascara or water proof eye liner.
So how am I supposed to clean my face again?
Carefully. Use oil-free face wipes or oil-free make up remover to gently clean your eye area. Be delicate around your lash line. Once the initial 24 hour waiting period has passed after you get your extensions, it's ok to use water - again, gently. Don't rub, or pick, or pull.
Exercise caution when using cotton balls or buds, or even when you're using any kind of fiber towel since these can catch on to your lashes and inadvertently pull them out. Most of our clients actually appreciate having to take this kind of care since it's good practice for keeping the delicate skin around one's eyes smooth and wrinkle free.
Exercise caution when using cotton balls or buds, or even when you're using any kind of fiber towel since these can catch on to your lashes and inadvertently pull them out. Most of our clients actually appreciate having to take this kind of care since it's good practice for keeping the delicate skin around one's eyes smooth and wrinkle free.
What about eye make up? Or Mascara? Or Lash curlers?
Of course you can wear eye make up, but it's better for your lash extensions if they are NOT oil-based. And again, do be careful during application.
Lash Extensions are thick and luscious enough that you usually don't need mascara. In fact, most of our clients like extensions for that reason alone. But if you must, we highly recommend using the specially formulated Novalash glycol and carbonate free mascara since it doesn't interfere with the adhesive and is the safest option.
DO NOT EVER use WATER PROOF or any kind of water soluble mascara when wearing extensions. These totally dissolve the adhesive and you will lose your extensions.
Eye-lash curlers are also unnecessary since the beauty of lash extensions is that they already come with curl!
Lash Extensions are thick and luscious enough that you usually don't need mascara. In fact, most of our clients like extensions for that reason alone. But if you must, we highly recommend using the specially formulated Novalash glycol and carbonate free mascara since it doesn't interfere with the adhesive and is the safest option.
DO NOT EVER use WATER PROOF or any kind of water soluble mascara when wearing extensions. These totally dissolve the adhesive and you will lose your extensions.
Eye-lash curlers are also unnecessary since the beauty of lash extensions is that they already come with curl!
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