Article written by Stephanie Ivonne – Lovers of the Lash
With today’s busy lifestyles, not everyone has enough time to get a full night’s rest, heck, even a solid few hours …but there is a simple cosmetic trick in helping you look fully rested and refreshed – Lash Extensions.
Everywhere you look you can find lash extensions as it’s a quick and easy way to open and brighten your eyes giving you not only a revitalized look, but also helping you look younger turning back the hands of time.
Goodbye those awful adhesive fake lashes and the amount of time and aggravation it takes not only applying them, but also keeping them applied all day without the occasional flutter.
Finding a licensed professional with great reviews is key. Nowadays, it’s wonderful being able to save a few bucks here and there, but if the lash extensions are applied incorrectly, not only will they not be long lasting, but studies have shown that damage may be caused to your natural lashes resulting in Alopecia, the loss of your eyelashes.
What can you expect once you find your Lash Extension Specialist?
A PERSONALIZED LASH EXPERIENCE. Your licensed professional will discuss with you what look you want to achieve and help you by finding the ideal match for your face shape, features and lifestyle. Your extensions can give you a sultry look, big doe eyed or even just a boost to your lashes. Whatever you want, they will help you attain it.
BE PREPARED TO MAKE SOME DECISIONS. Although you will be assisted in deciding what look you want to go with, you will need to make some decisions. What type of lashes do you want…Mink? Synthetic? Silk? What kind of length are you imagining when you see yourself with a fuller set of lashes? What kind of adhesive glue will you need due to any allergies or sensitivities? These questions are an important factor in creating a look you will love.
Your brand-new set of sexy lash extensions isn’t a quick procedure. Expect to be at your appointment (for a full set of lashes) for between one to one and a half hours depending on the professional and how dramatic of a look you are aiming for.
CHANGE UP YOUR ROUTINE A BIT. You won’t need to make a huge sacrifice in your daily life in caring for your lashes, but maintaining your extensions will be crucial in determining how long your look will last without any loss of lashes. You can help the longevity by
- Swapping out your eye pencil for a smoother liquid liner to avoid the adhesive from snagging
- Putting away your mascara since your new lash extensions will be all you need. Applying mascara will loosen your lashes causing the possibility of loss. If you absolutely insist on using mascara still please choose a NON waterproof option.
- Find an oil free cleanser to wash your face as oils will typically loosen the adhesive on your extensions
- DON’T RUB YOUR EYES! This will be the key factor on how long your lashes will last so whatever you do, avoid rubbing your eyes not only for your lashes but also to keep your eyes looking young while rubbing causes the loss of elasticity and causes wrinkles.
Once you have your lash extensions applied stick with maintaining them properly and schedule your re-fills every three to four weeks and get ready for all the compliments heading your way as you will not only feel great, you will look amazing too!