Eyelash extensions have proven to be an effective beauty solution as they provide the luxury of long fluffy lashes without the burden of mascara or false lashes every day. However, to some, the process of getting the extension may appear a little engaging.
In this blog, we shall address each and every aspect of the procedure so that you can feel at ease and ready to have the new lashing beauties fixed in you.
Eyelash Extensions - What Are They?
Before going directly to the steps of how eyelash extensions are placed it would be good to mention groundwork about eyelash extensions themselves for a moment. They consist of a number of single synthetic, mink or silk strands that are attached with the aid of semi-permanent glue to the person’s own eyelashes. The effect? For a few weeks longer, thicker lashes.
Lash extensions differ in length, curl and thickness so you can design your preferable form. Whether it be a little tweak or a makeover, there’s a style for everyone.
The Stages of Eyelash Extension Application
1. Consultation: What You Want
Like any other procedure, the very first step in the process is a consultation. The lash technician will ask you about the style you wish to achieve. Will it be innocent and natural? Or would you rather go over to the dark side and go for bombshell lashes? Do you want more of lengths, or of volume?
This is the time for you to voice any issues or preferences that you may have about how curled, long or what type of eyelashes should be used. If you have particular eye sensitivity for instance, alert your technician who can make adjustments to the materials used to fill your lashes. After all, the expected results have been established; the lash specialist will choose suitable lash extensions which complement the eye shape and the ones preferred by the client.
2. Preparation: Getting Your Natural Lashes Ready
After making yourself comfortable on the treatment couch, the lash technician will start the process by preparing your lashes. This involves cleaning up the eye region and removing any make-up, oil or dirt present. This step is significant as it creates a free surface for the extensions and helps them stay put longer.
Then, the technician uses eye pads or tape on the lower eyelids in order to cover the lower lashes. This is to prevent the lower lashes from sticking to the upper ones when applying the glue as well as enhances the upper lash line for easy working by the technician.
3. Isolation: Determining Each Individual's Natural Lash Realism
This is where the magic happens. When it is time to attach the skin, the appropriate technician will prepare each of your lash, naturally, concealing individual ones as such. The technician will then take precision tweezers and pick out a single natural lash to be worked on. This prevents lash extensions from forming clusters and allows natural lashes to follow their usual growth and fall out cycle.
4. Implementation: Fixing the Extensions
If the specialist was able to distinguish an individual natural eyelash, the next step involves dipping the extension's tip in a specialized glue and sticking it to the natural eyelash. The glue is medical in grade and safe for the eyes with the aim of giving a permanent hold.
This is repeated for all the natural lashes present on the client’s eyelids. Depending on how many lashes are to be applied and which look is desired, the total average time for this process can be anything from 1 to 2 hours. But there is no cause for alarm—you’ll be lying down on a reclining chair with your eyes shut throughout the whole process. Most people even end up sleeping!
For a full lashes, typically 80-120 extensions will be placed per eye, but it also depends on the desired fullness and the number of natural lashes present.
5. Drying Time: Setting the Extensions
Once the extensions are in place, the technician will allow them to set for a minute or so. This allows time for the bond between the extension and the natural lashes to occur with the help of the glue. Some salons will even provide a small fan for salon use to dry the lashes faster.
The extensions are then cured and the eye pads or tape are softly peeled off; the technician will also comb your refurbished lashes, putting them where they are supposed to be.
6. Final Touches And Instructions On Maintenance
When you are going to leave, your lash technician will probably give an additional check to the extensions in order to make sure that everything is in its place and all looks great. Also, they will do some brushing to your eyelashes so that they cannot be all tangled and stuck together.
Aftercare instructions to keep the extensions healthy and to extend their lifespan will always be provided to you. This includes the use of not getting the extensions wet or in steam within the first 24-48 hours, which oil-free makeup remover is not recommended, and brushing the extensions using a spoolie brush.
Try to take care of your new eyelash extensions by implementing the essential tips described below:
Avoid Water and Steam for the First 24-48 Hours: This aids the adhesive to bond completely.
Be Gentle: D refrain from rubbing eyes or pulling lashes.
Use Oil Free Products: Oil-based makeup cleansers can weaken the bond of the extension.
Brush Daily: To avoid bunching of the lashes use a clean spoolie brush.
Sleep on Your Back: When sleeping in a face-down position, lashes can bend and even get ruined.
Are You All Set For Perfect Lashes Now?
The process of getting eyelash extensions is safe and enjoyable, and it creates gorgeous results around the eyes. With the right lash artist and care after the procedure, your extensions can look perfect for months. If you are interested in having beautiful, full lashes that will complement your features, please make an appointment at Lashes by Shigeru right now. Whatever your envisioned lash look we will make it happen! From just the right amount of volume to a dramatic lash makeover we create extraordinary styles for you!
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