What are eyelash extensions?
Not to be confused with the self-stick strip lashes or individual clusters of lashes knotted together that are a single-event accessory, these semi-permanent extensions are glued one by one onto the natural lash (not the skin) by using a specially formulated glue that lasts about to 2 months, or for the life of the natural lash. Eyelash extensions originated in Korea. Single synthetic or Mink eyelashes are applied to your own natural eyelash to achieve a beautiful, full, luscious, and long set of lashes that are natural and you won’t even know they are there.
Should I be careful who applies the eyelash extensions and should they be trained?
Absolutely, we cannot stress the importance of choosing an eyelash technician who has been taught by a qualified and experienced person. Georgia state law: An eyelash technician must be a GA Board Licensed Esthetician and/or Cosmetologist. At SKYN & My Lush Lashes, we go a step further and are certified through reputable companies to do eyelash extensions. Therefore, all of our specialists hold GA Board licenses and have completed an advanced certification course. There are many eyelash extension operators who are claiming to have been professionally trained but have been self-taught via the internet, and these operators are also using poor quality products. Please do your research thoroughly and ask many questions.
A friend said she has permanent eyelash extensions. Is this what SKYN and My Lush Lashes does?
There is still a lot of confusion about what eyelash extensions are. All eyelash extensions are semi-permanent. The only permanent eyelashes are eyelash transplants which are performed under anesthetic by a doctor and will cost approximately $5,000.
Who wears eyelash extensions?
You don’t have to be a celebrity or model to wear eyelash extensions! Normal everyday ladies love eyelash extensions and can’t bear to be without them! SKYN & My Lush Lashes clients include nurses, beauty therapists, surgeons, dentists, lawyers, homemakers, police offers, dancers, business owners, college students, hairdressers, and many more wonderful people. The age range of our clients is 16 – 99. You are never too young or too old to have Lush Lashes!
How are the eyelash extensions applied?
A single natural eyelash is isolated and a synthetic or mink lash is glued to the top of your own natural eyelash approximately ¼ away from the eyelid so neither the glue or the lash has contact with the skin.
How long does the application take?
The procedure can take a minimum of 1 hour up to 3 hours depending on what full set you are getting, and 45 minutes to 1 hour for a fill-in. It is a meticulous procedure that requires patience and concentration, therefore it should not be rushed so that clients can leave with a perfect set of lashes. You relax with your eyes closed and there is no pain as this is a non-invasive procedure. Often clients are so relaxed they fall asleep!
Can I do eyelash extensions myself?
Absolutely not. Eyelash extensions can only be applied by a trained professional.
How are the lower lashes held down?
We use soft under eye collagen pads specifically designed for eyelash extensions. The lower lashes have to be held down so that they do not get stuck in the glue from the top eyelid.
