lashes are a girl’s best friend

You’ve probably heard of lash extensions before, but you may wonder what they are and how they work. They’re synthetic, semi-permanent eyelash extensions made from various materials. They make the lashes look thicker and darker, so it appears you’re wearing mascara even when you’re not.

Many people love lash extensions because they help them look “made-up” at all times with minimal effort. Putting on eyeliner and mascara requires time and precision. However, if you have eyelash extensions, your makeup routine will go much quicker. Instead of waking up and putting on eye makeup, you’ll be able to roll out of bed, quickly apply foundation, and head out the door. It’s the hassle-free way to look like you’ve spent more time on your makeup than you really have.

Eyelash extensions aren’t permanent, which can be comforting for anyone who wants to try them without committing to keeping them for the long term. To apply lash extensions, your provider will carefully glue individual synthetic lashes to your natural ones. They use a special, long-lasting glue that stays on for weeks. However, for the longest-lasting results, you’ll need to avoid rubbing your eyes or getting your lashes wet while showering and washing your face.

Your lash extensions will eventually fall out as your natural lashes do. Since your lashes aren’t all in the same stage of growth, they don’t fall out at the same time. This can lead to an uneven-looking fallout that’s made more pronounced by your extensions. If you don’t like the way your lashes look as they fall out, you may want to schedule more frequent extension touch-up appointments.

Lash extensions can last up to six weeks with exceptional installation and care. However, most people schedule maintenance appointments every two to four weeks. That way, they can avoid the awkward “uneven fallout” look.

If you rub your eyes (while awake or in your sleep), your extensions will fall out much faster. People with allergies may have to replace their lash extensions more frequently due to frequent rubbing of the eyes.

Many people confuse lash lifts and lash extensions. However, these are two very different services with completely unique outcomes. A lash lift is when a provider applies a curling formula to your natural lashes. This lifts them and causes them to look longer, fuller, and more shapely. A lash lift service may also include a lash tent, which involves dying the eyebrows to give them a darker, more noticeable look.

Lash extensions, on the other hand, involve gluing false lashes to the existing lashes. The false lashes help make the natural lashes look thicker, fuller, longer, and darker.

You shouldn’t trust just anyone with your eyelash extensions. Your neighbor may claim she knows how to do them and does her own all the time. But if she doesn’t have the proper certification, stay away! It’s illegal to install lash extensions without being certified and specially trained.

Precise certification requirements for lash technicians vary by state. Therefore, it’s important to make sure your provider meets the legal requirements in your state. If they are unwilling to show you their certification, it’s time to look for a new provider.

If the eyelash curler just doesn’t quite cut it for you, say hello to lash lifts. This technique raises the lash from the root to give it that just curled look, creating the illusion of longer, thicker lashes

Time: 35 minutes

A quick process that consists of a special dye that darkens the natural lashes and creates fullness without the assistance of mascara

Time: 10 minutes