Q & A's & Information

What is the difference in Eyelash Extensions and other lash enhancements?

Eyelash extensions are individual lashes applied lash-by-lash to your own natural lashes. They differ from other forms of lash enhancements as follows:

False strip lashes are lashes attached together on a strip that is applied to the skin above the natural lashes with an adhesive. These are inexpensive, easy to apply and requires no formal training. But, they are also look unnatural and may cause the most damage to your natural lashes such as premature loss of lashes to permanent loss.
Flares or Clusters consist of groups of several lashes knotted together and applied either directly to the skin between the natural lashes or on top of a group of existing lashes. They look more natural but, since they can be applied to the skin, they carry some of the same concerns as false strips. When applied to the natural lashes they can cause some of the slower growing lashes to be pulled out by faster growing ones, again causing damage to the natural lash follicle.

Therefore, when booking your lash appointment, be sure you are getting true single eyelash extensions from a Certified Lash Stylist.

Are Eyelash Extensions safe? Can they damage natural lashes?

Eyelash Extensions cause no damage to natural lashes. They are applied to the lashes and not the skin and are completely safe and painless.

Although the procedure is easy and painless, it is still one that requires training and expertise to avoid injury to eyes, lids or natural lashes. That is why you must be a trained professional and have successfully completed a hands-on training class before you can perform the procedure properly.

How do I know if I can wear Eyelash Extensions?

Almost anyone can enjoy the benefit of eyelash extensions, but certain conditions can make them inappropriate for you. If one or more of the following conditions applies to you, you may not be a good candidate for eyelash extensions:

You Rub Your Eyes Frequently: You suffer from seasonal allergies or just find you have a tendency to rub your eyes excessively.
Sensitive Skin: Although eyelash extensions are not applied to the skin, allergic reactions are possible from the adhesive, under-eye pads or latex gloves. The area around your eyes is easily irritated by skincare products or cosmetics. Client's with known allergies should alert the lash stylist prior to beginning the procedure.
Medical Illnesses: A common cold or sinus infection, can cause irritation and/or eye secretions which can cause inadequate bonding of the adhesive and premature loss of your eyelash extensions. You suffer from other medical illnesses, or are undergoing chemotherapy or other medical treatments.
Conditions That Affect Eyelash Growth: You have no natural lashes. Since eyelash extensions are applied to your own natural lashes, you must have lashes in order to apply lash extensions. Your own lashes are unhealthy or you suffer from conditions that affect eyelash growth.

If any of these things apply to you, or you have a particular concern contact me for a chat as to determine whether eyelash extensions are right for you.

What are infills/refills and how often will I need them?

Even though some clients get eyelash extensions for a special occasion or event, most love them and want to keep the look. Since you naturally shed your own lashes, you will also shed the lash extension with it. To maintain your lash extensions, it will require touch-ups, or refills, to replace them. This is a process of adding lash extensions to those new lashes that have reached the 5 to 6 week maturity level.

With proper care and maintenance, you can keep the look indefinitely. Therefore, I recommend refills every 2 or 3 weeks to keep your lashes looking full and beautiful.

Will Eyelash Extensions pull my own eyelashes out?

You must be gentle with your eyelashes whether you have eyelash extensions or not. Excessive pulling, tugging or rubbing is not only hard on the delicate skin around your eyes, but can cause some natural lashes to come out prematurely, and your eyelash extension with them.

If good adhesive is used and proper technique is applied, eyelash extensions are made to stay safely adhered to your natural lashes until they shed.

Will how I sleep affect my lashes?

It can. If you have a tendency to sleep on your stomach, or cover your eyes with a mask, blanket or pillow, it will decrease the life of your lash extensions. If you sleep on your side, you may notice the eye on the side you sleep on will loose a few more lashes than the other.

Can the Extensions be removed?

Yes. If you should find you need, or want, them removed they can easily be removed using a specially formulated adhesive remover. The process is painless and usually takes less than 30 minutes. Please do not attempt to remove them on your own as this can cause damage to your natural lash.