Eyelash Extensions Q&A

Eyelash Extensions are a popular service and product that lengthens and thickens your own natural eyelashes. Lash Extensions are single strands of synthetic eyelashes that are curved to replicate a natural eyelash. They are applied to each individual natural eyelash one by one for a natural, beautiful and luscious look. Eyelash Extensions are perfect for special occasions or for day to day wear. 

Classic lashes are one extension applied to one natural lash only, therefore if you only have 50 suitable natural lashes per eye, then you will only achieve a look of 50 eyelash extensions, whereas if you have 100 natural lashes per eye then you will achieve a look of 100 extensions per eye.

Classic lashes are suitable for the following client:

• Clients that have a good amount of healthy natural lashes
• Clients that are younger and have few gaps in their lash line
• Clients that desire a natural/medium effect

Russian Volume is the use of multiple ultra fine extensions, that are hand created at the time of application by the artist using their specially designed tweezers. The artist skillfully creates bouquets of eyelash extensions that are then placed onto the natural lash in a fanned effect, to create extra fluff, coverage and fullness than cannot be created with classic extensions. Although we use multiple extensions, the fan is still placed onto one individually isolated natural lash in a method that encases the natural lash, and results in great retention with zero damage.

A good Russian Volume artist is not created overnight. To learn this advanced technique takes many hours of practice, as well as additional training courses over the months and years. There are not that many ‘good’ Russian Volume therapists in the US, due to the intricate and time-consuming nature of the treatment. Therefore, please do your research when looking for your lash artist.

Russian Volume is the most versatile lash treatment that we offer, and will suit most clients. Russian Volume is perfect for the older client with sparse natural lashes, where extra coverage and a soft fluffy look is required (light weight volume set 3/4/D). Russian Volume is also suitable for the client who desires a more glamorous and thicker looking set than can be achieved with classic lashes (heavy weight volume set 5/6D). The level of fullness can vary with Russian Volume, which allows us to create the effect suited to the client’s requirements.

When applied properly, eyelash extensions will last the length of the natural growth cycle of your eyelashes. Everyone's experience will differ based on day to day activities but over all touchups should only be required every 3-4 weeks. A special waterproof bonding agent is used. Glue does not contain any fumes or irritants and is long lasting.

We recommend getting a touch up every 3 weeks. HOWEVER, At first you may find you need a fill very 2 weeks. As you become accustomed to the extensions and with a little practice maintaining the lashes, the time between fills can be extended.  If you wait too long your eyelash extensions will fall out and you will require a full set. Your natural eyelashes fall off every 45 - 60 days due to the natural growth cycle and are naturally replaced with the growth of a new eyelash. Other factors such as expsoure to steam or touching your eyes alot may cause the extensions to fall sooner. A touch up is needed to fill in any lashes that fallen. Touch ups average about an hour. If you want to do a quickie fill we also offer 30 min touch ups-must be done within 1 week of a full set or regular fill (for special occasions). We also offer extended re-lash fills which give you 90 minutes.

Yes, even though mascara is not really required since the extensions actually give the illusion of wearing mascara it can be worn.. It must however only be water based mascara. DO NOT USE OIL-BASED OR WATER-PROOF MASCARA. Waterproof mascara or any type of oil based mascara can dissolve the bonding agent and shorten the life of your eyelash extensions causing them to fall sooner. Care also needs to be taken in washing off the mascara. Only use a water based eye makeup remover.

Yes! The bonding agent we use is waterproof and allows you to shower, swim, exercise etc. Special care is required but overall maintenance is low. We do recommend however that you do not wash your eye area for about 12- 24 hours after the eyelash application.

•  Do not get lashes wet for 12- 24 hours
•  Avoid hot steam or sauna
•  Avoid running water directly on your lashes
•  Do not rub your eyes
•  Only use water based mascara (optional)
•  If applying mascara do so from middle to tip, avoid root area
•  Use water based eye makeup remover
•  Do not perm your lashes
•  Do not use a mechanical eyelash curler
•  Do not pull on your lashes (this may cause your natural lashes to come out prematurely)
•  DO LIE and say they are yours!!!