All About the Lashes!

If the eyes are the window to the soul then sugar open those puppies up! And what better way to brighten up your eyes than...EYELASHES? Not all of us are blessed with long, full lashes which is why the good Lord gave us faux lashes! Here are a few things to consider when choosing your form of fake lashes.


Strip Lashes

• Inexpensive
• Can be found at any drugstore or beauty supply store and done at home.
• Come in many different styles, so choose one that suits you the best. Depending on the varying lengths and sizes, you can change focus to your inner, outer, or middle lashes.
• Many times the glue is included with the lashes (come in a tube).
• Generally, they last one day or an evening but depending on the brand of lash or glue can be re-used.
• Made from mixed synthetics and silk
• Not waterproof
• You can peel these lashes off as soon as you are done with them.  

Easy to Apply:

1. Remove from tray
2. Measure the length of the strip against your natural lash line. Trim if necessary.
3. Gently bend the into a U-shape around your finger to better adhere to the shape of your eyelid.
4. Apply a thin layer of adhesive to the lash band
5. Wait for 20-30 seconds until the adhesive becomes tacky
6. Apply the strip to the eyelid as closely to the lash line as possible.
7. Hold in place
8. Press gently across the entire lash, with a cotton bud or your finger to ensure they have fully adhered
9. Finish off by using liquid or creme liner over the strip blending onto the eyelid then apply a coat of mascara to blend in your natural lashes with the strip lashes.

Individuals

•  Moderately Expensive
• Must be done by a professional (esthetician or cosmetologist).
•  A semi permanent glue is used and placed directly onto the lash.
• These lashes are applied in between natural lashes to create volume and fullness without looking fake.
• Come in short, medium, and long sizes (so you can customize the length!). They usually come with 4 to 5 lashes in one cluster.
• Waterproof however, you should NOT get your face wet in a hot shower or get oil based makeup remover on them as this will loosen the glue.
• Individuals are a great way to wear false lashes since you don’t have to commit to covering the entire lash line. Seamless transition.
• Made from mixed synthetics and silk
• Last 2-3 weeks
• Must be removed by a professional! Because of the glue used, they cannot simply be ripped otherwise your natural lashes will come off with it!

Extensions

• Very Expensive. $100-$500 depending on the brand, area, and salon.
• You can choose different lengths, and different colors, from basic brown and black, to funky greens, purple, gold, or even glitter, gem-tipped or other fancy embellishments like feathers.
• Must be done by a licensed professional. Not only an esthetician or cosmetologist but they must be certified to do lash extensions.
• Takes 1-2 hours to apply. 30-80 each eye are applied by hand. Some people only get the upper lashes done. You need to keep your eyes closed the whole time so the technician can apply fibers directly to the base of your eyelashes.
• Look and feel natural
• Waterproof. You can swim and shower with your extensions. Avoid all these things in the first 48 hours.
• NO using an eyelash curler! There is no need to apply mascara (so that cuts out a step in your morning).
• Made from human hair, mink hair and synthetic fibers.
• Last about 3-4 weeks. Extensions will need touch-ups every 2-3 weeks to fill in the fallen lashes. With routine touch-ups, the extensions can last 1 to 3 months, and then the procedure will have to be done over again.
• People with sensitive skin or allergies reported some irritation, itching or a burning sensation from the adhesive.

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