What are Eyelash Extensions?
    
Lash Extensions are an exciting, new product and technique for thicker, longer, yet natural looking eyelashes. Eyelashes are made thicker and longer through professional application of  individual synthetic eyelash onto your own natural eyelash with a specially formulated bonding agent.   Lash extensions are not strip lashes or three pronged, cluster lashes.   They are individual, synthetic hairs that look just like your own natural lash hairs.  True eyelash extensions take approximately 2 hours to apply a first time, full set.


How long will they last?   
     They will last up to 4-8 weeks depending on how well you take care of them and also depending on your own lashes natural growth cycle.  If you are like most of our clients, once you have them applied,  you will become addicted and want to wear them all the time!  In order to keep your lash extensions full and looking great,  simple maintenance or "fill" appointments are needed typically every 2-3 weeks.  They are necessary because, like your fingernails and the hair on your head, your individual eyelashes grow out on a continuous cycle of replenishment.

As your eyelashes that are at the end of their growth cycle shed, it is necessary to apply some new extensions to maintain the fullness of your set.  Retouch or "fill"  appointments  take only 45-60 minutes and cost as low as $75 (for a package of four) or $85 if you pay individually per appointment.   You can come as often as you like  for retouches!  Your initial complementary retouch will be scheduled before you leave your first appointment.


Warning signs your lashes extensions are not being applied safely and correctly:
  If you have had lash extensions applied elsewhere and you notice your lash extensions are coming out in clumps of two or more, please know this is not normal and that you will have bald spots in your lash line as each clump of lashes finally sheds. Lashes should shed naturally, one at a time, and not in clumps.  In addition, if you notice your technician is not using a the single extensions to place on each natural lash but rather cluster extensions of twos or more,  beware!   Placing cluster lashes on a single lash is too heavy! The heaviness will cause stress to your natural hair follicle and damage it to the point your lashes may not grow back.  One single extension should be applied to one single natural lash and then dried thoroughly. This is the safest and correct technique.  Also,  if your technician is not drying each lash after it is applied, you can bet the wet adhesive is sticking to the the natural lashes around it.  The result? Clumps of two ore more hairs coming out and leaving you will bald spots in your lash line.

The more healthy your natural lashes are in texture, density and volume, the more beautiful your lash extension set!

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I heard extensions will harm my own lashes! Is this true?
    
Excellent question and one that everyone should be asking!  Eyelash extensions will not harm your lashes if they are applied safely and correctly. The picture below is  unfortunately, a great example of a very bad lash extensions application.  You can see that the lashes are clumped together with adhesive (no, that's not mascara!) and some of her natural lashes have even broken off due to the damage.  It will take months for her lashes to get back to normal--if they all grow back.  In addition to a poor quality job,  the issue of safety should be considered. Since adhesive in your eyeball is obviously something that will harm you,  be sure to have your extensions done by someone who has engaged in a hands-on training course by a reputable company and is trained in proper safety of the technique.   It never fails a few times every month, we gain a new client from someone who had a pretty bad experience. The outcome and quality of your lash extensions will rely heavily upon whom you choose to do your application! 

What Eyelash Extensions should not look like:

     Picture left  is, unfortunately, a great example of a very bad eye lash extensions application.  You can see that the lashes are clumped together and some of her natural lashes have even broken off due to the damage.  

What Eyelash Extensions should look like:

     This is the "after" photo of one of our clients. Because of our expertise and quality  in application,  it is very difficult to see which are the client's natural lashes and which are the extensions. The yellow circles point out some of the client's natural lashes.  Eyelashes that are longer  than those lengths circled in yellow are the actual eyelash extensions.   This photo is an excellent example of why our wonderful clients travel from miles around to visit us!

How do I take care of my new lashes?
    
It is not difficult to care for you new lashes. You will be given "after care" instructions before you leave your first appointment. Do not rub your eyes excessively when you clean them.  Avoid any oil based cleansers, lotions or make-up removers.  Use only  gel based cleansers and/or oil free eye makeup remover to  remove makeup and cleanse your lashes.   Warm water with our suggested gel based cleanser  is the absolute  best product available to cleanse your lashes.  This is because it not only cleanses  but also nourishes and will not harm your new extensions. Gently pat dry if necessary. Cotton or Q-tips for cleaning is not recommended as cotton remnants will get caught in your lashes.  Do not get lash extensions wet for 48 hours.   Occasional short visits to the sauna or steam room is fine, however daily or extensive exposure to steam may cause the bonding agent to loosen.  If this happens, you may require a re-touch to correct any lashes that may have fallen off or tilted in direction.   

We hate to show you this picture but....
     We have been hearing stories  that some technicians out there are instructing their clients to completely leave their eyelash alone--including not washing them! If your lash extensions specialist has not been properly trained then he or she has probably not been made aware of
lash mites (pictured left-click link for more information) that can infest the eyelash follicles if the eyelashes are not properly cleaned.  While we agree that eyelash extensions should not be picked, pulled or played with,  we do not agree that one should avoid cleaning them altogether! When you receive a full set of eyelash extensions from the Lash Bar, you will also receive an after care card with specific instruction on how to care for (and clean!) your lashes, a free gift, as well as recommended products to use.

Can I use an eyelash curler?

     Synthetic lashes already come with a very nice tapered curl  to them.  Eyelash curlers are extremely harsh and will break  both natural and synthetic lashes.  Too much of this treatment and it is possible that your  natural lashes will not grow back!  Pictured left is an example of what eyelash curlers will do to your lashes! Notice how much longer her natural lashes are compared to the broken ones pointed out  by the red arrows.  Even though her broken lashes are extremely small, we can still add extensions to them.  By applying eyelash extensions, this client  will be able to look good and feel confident  while growing out her damaged lashes.  The new heated eyelash curlers that have recently become available may be used and will not harm your extensions if used properly. 


Can I still use mascara if I want to?
    
Sure! But, there are some things you should know. If you choose to wear mascara, use only brands recommended by The Lash Bar to ensure it is a water based product that will easily wash off  without scrubbing.  Since your lash extensions are already curled and long you will need just a "hint" of mascara taking only a few seconds to apply. Waterproof mascara is definitely not recommended because the cleaning agents will loosen the adhesive. 

What do I need to do before my appointment?

Who should apply lash extensions?
     Eyelash Extensions are for professional use only, and must be applied by someone trained and certified in applying eyelash extensions. In the state of Arizona, you must  also be licensed by the  State Board of Cosmetology to perform this procedure on the public.  Unfortunately, there are several irresponsible lash extension companies that do not require a hands-on training course or proof of credentials prior to purchasing their products.  As a result, many "lash" establishments are popping up that are not state board licensed or  have individuals working for them that have not been trained by a reputable company with a solid reputation in the industry.  You can not learn the safe and proper way to apply lashes unless you have taken a credible, hands-on training course.

Do they feel weird of heavy?
    
When professionally and properly applied, you cannot feel any difference after having your lashes enhanced with Lavish Lashes Professional Eyelash Extensions. They are weightless and you will forget that they are even there!  If you do feel a difference, then your lashes were not properly applied! 

Do they look fake?

     Look closely at the picture on the left of a partial application.  You can see that these individually applied synthetic eyelashes actually appear to have a root.  They only way you can tell which are real and which are not is that the extensions are longer. They have a natural looking curve so there is no need to use eyelash curlers.  They come in various lengths, colors and thickness to create a beautiful and natural look. Brilliant colors such as blue and green are very popular and help to accentuate the natural beauty and color of one’s natural eye color and natural lashes.  In addition, scroll back up to the picture at the top of this page. Our model Ashley is wearing a full set applied by Jill.  It is easy to see  the quality and beauty of the application you will receive at  The Lash Bar.

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