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Ever wonder how stars
like Jennifer Lopez, Oprah, Naomi Campbell, Nicole Kidman, and
others have long lush lashes that seem to be flawless and “bling
the blink”?
The new lash extension
craze started in Asia, has swept through Europe and now has taken
the USA by storm. Soon to be a staple service, the American woman
is dumping the mascara wand for this no clumps, no smudges, hypoallergenic,
waterproof, 24/7 “glam” eye. And for the contact wearer/allergic
person, extensions are a MUST.
For those who remember
the traditional false eyelashes, you will be wowed by the technology
change. Traditional false eyelashes are usually made with a strip
or with multiple lashes knotted together and are applied directly
on to the eyelid using adhesive formulas that dry hard on the
eyelid and lashes - a source of major discomfort to the wearer.
Below are examples of the traditional false eyelash.
In Hollywood, the new
lash extensions will cost upwards of $500. Our service is $200.
Touch ups are recommended at two weeks to replace lost lashes
and will usually run $50.
The
New Lashes:
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natural looking:
- Thicker at
the base, tapered at the tip
- Lengthens
(three different sizes 6, 8, 9,10, and 12 mm for a custom
effect)
- Thickens your
own lashes
- Waterproof
- Smudgeproof
- Weightless
- No Clumping
- Last up to
5weeks
The pictures
on the right illustrate the difference between the old technology
and new. Notice the natural look of the new single lash
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The
Procedure:
After a thorough consultation where we explain the procedure and
benefits of the eye lash extensions, we bring you into a treatment
room. Here you will relax on a table, with a bolster under your
knees for complete body support and relaxation.
Once your eye make up is removed and your bottom lashes protected,
you are ready to receive the extensions. Each individual lash
is dipped in a bonding agent and applied to a natural individual
lash. Great care is taken to avoid skin contact. On average, each
eye will require between 25– 40 new lashes, depending on
the desired look.
The entire procedure takes about 60-90 minutes and is very relaxing.
You emerge with a revitalized, uplift look to your eyes.
After
Care:
To get the most out of your lashes, you need to follow some simple
instructions. The first 24-48 hours are crucial to the bonding
procedure, so:
- No water should
contact eyelashes for 12 hours.
- No steaming, swimming
or washing your face with hot water for 48 hours.
- Emollients, creams,
and oils are the eye lash bonding agents worst enemy. Use eye
creams sparingly and avoid lid/lash.
- Do not use mascara
or mascara remover. You don’t need it and it shortens
the life of the extension.
- Do not use an eye
lash curler. It will break the eye lashes and/or crease them.
- Do not rub lashes
when washing your face - pat dry after cleansing.
- Do not pull on eyelashes.
The bond on the extensions is so strong that it will pull your
own eyelash out along with the new ones.
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Q&A:
How long will
they last? With proper care, your lash extension will
last as long as your own lash. The
life cycle of natural lashes is about 10 to 12weeks. In order
for us to successfully bond a lash to your own lash however, we
must target a lash that is long enough to support the length of
the extension. Typically these lashes are about 5 to 6 weeks old
and are close to full maturity. This leaves you with about 5 to
6 weeks of wear before the last lash falls off. Since your own
lashes fall off at different intervals, your extensions will slowly
be shed off with the natural lash over the 5 to 6 week period.
Because of this, touch ups are recommended about every 2 weeks
to maintain the fullness of lush lashes.
How thick will
they make my lashes? Typically a full set of lash extensions
will thicken your own lashes about 30 to 50 %. If you are use
to wearing the strip or flair extensions, you will find that this
technology is not as thickening as the old technology. It is designed
to give you a more natural look.
How long will
they make my lashes? On average, the extensions can make
your lashes anywhere from 20% to 50% longer then your own lashes.
We can extend them out as long as 75%, but find that they don't
last more then a week.
What do I have
to do to keep them up? Although some people get eyelash
extensions for a special occasion or vacation, most love the look
so much, that they want to maintain it. This requires touch ups
on a 2 to 3 week basis to replace lost lashes. After several touch
ups, your technician may suggest a new set, to keep the lashes
looking fresh and new.
How soon before
and event should I have them done? We suggest 2 days
to 5 days before that special event or vacation. This insures
accurate curing time for the bonding agent (which can take up
to 48 hours) and the freshest possible look for the lashes.
Can I use Mascara
on my extensions? You will not need to use mascara with
these extensions. But for those dye hard fans the answer is "It
is not recommended". Most mascaras are petroleum based,
will break down the bonding agent of the extensions, and dramatically
shorten their lives. Because your bottom lashes touch your top
lashes when the eye is closed, we recommend not using your normal
mascara on your bottom lashes as well. We recommend "Blinc's
Kiss Me Mascara" for the bottom. This mascara is not petroleum
based and will not break down the extension's bonding agent. Hair
Base retails this particular mascara for $25 and is a safe mascara
to use on the bottom lashes. We don't recommend it for
use on the extensions themselves however. Even though it doesn't
break down the bonding on the extensions, it also does not come
off the extensions. After several applications, your extensions
will be thick, clumpy and dull. The only way to fix them is to
remove them and start a new.
What about
eye linear? Avoid waxy/creamy pencils and stick to powder/brush
combinations or "Blinc's Liquid Eye linear". Again this
product is safe for the extensions because they are not petroleum
based and will not break down the bonding agent. Hair Base retails
this product for $25.
Can I use my
cleanser to remove my make up? Because Cleansers are
usually very emollient, we don't recommend that you use it for
the eye and forehead area. Instead we recommend that you use a
non-oily makeup remover. We love "Bioelements Makeup Dissolver"
($30). It will do a great job of removing all your makeup and
not strip the skin of it's natural oils. It is oil free and silicone
free and works like a charm. It is a must for extensions. We recommend
that you switch to the makeup dissolver for removing makeup from
the entire face for the duration of the extensions.
Will these
extensions pull my own eyelashes off? If you pull on
your extensions or rough house them too much, your eyelash will
come off with the extension. Not to worry however, your lashes
will grow back without any problems. The best thing to do is to
treat your lashes with respect and be gentle with them. The gentler
you are the longer they will last.
I sleep on
my stomach. Will this effect my lashes? If you sleep
on your stomach, sleep with a pillow or blanket over your head,
cover your eyes with sleeping mask,the longevity of your lashes
will be greatly diminished. Side sleepers will notice that the
eye that is on the side they sleep on will loose lashes a bit
more than the side that is up.
