Eyelash Extensions

What to expect: A patch test is offered to clients who have sensitive skin & carried out at least 24 hours prior to treatment to ensure the client is not allergic to the adhesive or glues. The bonding agents have been subjected to very stringent testing, they contain no latex which can cause reactions. Although the glue does not touch the skin, if you feel you have sensitive skin come for a patch test.

A free consultation is offered to all clients to discuss the treatment, aftercare, and any contra-indications which may prevent treatment can be ruled out. This is a great opportunity to discuss wishes and expectations.

During the treatment any eye make up must be removed to ensure that the lashes are completely clean and free from cosmetics/oil. Contact Lenses must be removed. PLEASE COME WITH NO EYE MAKEUP, CONTACTS READY TO BE REMOVED & MOST IMPORTANTLY DO NOT USE CURLERS ON YOUR LASHES 48HRS PRIOR TO TREATMENT.

Once comfortably lying down, a strip of micro-pore tape covers the lower lashes and a lint-free anti-aging gel eye pad is placed under the eyes. It is important to protect your lower lashes and eyes.

Then it's eyes closed, and relax! The whole treatment is completely pain free, and relaxing (don't worry if you fall asleep, many clients do)

Your natural eyelashes are then cleaned and primed for the treatment, each individual eyelash is separated for the extension to be bonded to it. A good technician will place the synthetic lash approx 1mm away from the lash time, sitting it on top of your natural lash, thus allowing the natural lash to continue to grow. When your natural lash is ready to fall out, the extension will fall out too.

With good aftercare your eyelash extensions can last 3 - 8 weeks depending on your lash cycle, and how you look after them! As your natural lashes continue to grow and fall out, a new natural lash will appear and then a new extension can be applied to this.

The whole procedure takes approx 1.5hrs - 2 hours depending on the amount of eyelashes applied. This treatment cannot be rushed ! Top up infills are recommended every 2-3 weeks (approx 45mins- 1hr) to replace & refresh your extensions will keep them looking great ! During the infill treament (45mins-60mins) any stray lashes are removed, and replaced.

From a natural look to a more dramatic glamorous look, everything is carefully individually tailored to you and your lashes. The number of lashes applied may vary depending on your own lashes, eye shape, and look required. It is important not to overload your natural lashes with extensions that are too heavy, which can look droopy and cause premature loss of the natural lash, which is not a good look.

Choosing the right technician: It can be daunting with so many people now offering this treatment, with a range of prices, but as with most things, you get what you pay for. A cheap set of eyelash extensions are cheap for a reason! A good technician needs to be doing lashes on a daily basis, for several years for you to be getting the best results! Anything less and you will be disappointed with the results. Look for testimonials, word of mouth and recommendations.

Are Eyelash Extensions for everyone: In a word no, there has be a natural lash to work with, so if you unfortunately have very sparse or no natural lashes, then sadly this treatment is not for you.