What are eyelash extensions and how are they applied?

Just like getting hair extensions, eyelash extensions boost volume, thicken and add length. They are a fantastic way of improving ones own natural lashes with long lasting results. The process involves man made, single fiber materials being attached to the customer’s individual eyelashes, creating a longer, fuller, more intense look. Generally these man made lashes are attached with surgical-grade adhesive, in order to keep them in place for as long as possible. This type of eye enrichment is not like the simple stick-on strip lashes that are bought in shops. These extensions vary in length, color and thickness, and can be worn 24 hours a day, even when showering and swimming, though contact with oily substances will shorten their lasting time. Unlike the false lashes purchased in shops, these are applied lash at a time, not in a strip, and so the process can take, on average, about two and a half hours. A full set entails about 30-80 lashes per eye, all individually bonded with the medical grade adhesive.

Eyelash extensions can last anywhere from two weeks to two months, depending on the clients own natural hair production. Black is the standard color, but for those with more outrageous tastes, almost any color of the rainbow is available. The most costly type of extension is made form mink, though few people opt for it, for financial and ethical reasons. Most prefer synthetic lashes. This procedure started out in Japan in 1990, but quickly spread across the globe, and became popular with the common populace in the early 2000s. Before that it was generally used in fashion show and for celebrities, with many household names sporting them. Eyebrow extensions also took off for a while, but have since fallen into obscurity, as they were less popular

As hair grows out naturally, the eyelash extensions fall out too, as they are attached to your own lashes. Only licensed estheticians are legally allowed to apply extensions for clients, but in some states, so are cosmetologists. In some parts of the world no official training is required to perform the procedure, but most spas and salons will require some sort of professional licensing. Prices for the service vary in accordance with location and salon type.

The technique for attaching eyelash extensions is basic but needs to be done precisely, by a professional. First of all, the man made lash that is to be bonded to your own is chosen, matched for size and thickness against your natural lash. Then your natural lash is separated by tweezers, and a synthetic lash, dipped in the medical grade adhesive is layered on top. This is repeated until all of your eyelashes are covered. When the extensions begin to fall out, it will be necessary to have them re-done completely, or have missing ones re-applied.

Eyelash extensions are available from many places, such as medical spas, salons, nail salons, and even at some makeup counters. They should not be attempted at home, as doing so could be dangerous – your eyes are extremely delicate!

So enquire about eyelash extensions today, and get prepared to enjoy some fantastic results!

Want to find out more about eyelash extensions, then visit Esme Spence’s site on how to choose the best lash extensions for your needs.

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