Cluster lashes are not Eyelash Extensions!

I've been doing a lot of repairs lately on new clients coming in after having what they thought were “eyelash extensions” applied to their lashes.  What they really got were cluster lashes (also called individuals or flares) applied with semi-permanent extensions adhesive.  What happens when these clusters are applied with semi-permanent glue is that you will have several natural lashes stuck together within each cluster, which will be damaging to the natural lashes over time, not to mention, very uncomfortable to the client.

  

Our natural lashes are all growing at different rates and are at different stages of their growth cycle.   When lashes are glued together for any length of time this will cause the growing lashes to pull on slower growing lashes or lashes that are in their resting stage, which can cause them to shed prematurely, not to mention the fact that you will feel discomfort from the pulling of these lashes.

Individual semi-permanent eyelash extensions lashes.

Flares/cluster lashes

True Professional Semi-Permanent Eyelash Extensions are done by adhering a single extension lash to a single natural lash.  This is done by a very precise isolation of the natural lash, and placement of the extension lash, to prevent any other lashes from sticking to it.  EVERY lash should be separate and able to shed when it's ready.  With proper care, the extension will stay on until the natural lash sheds.  Properly applied extensions will NOT be uncomfortable and will NOT damage natural lashes.  In fact, I have seen many clients show improvement in their natural lashes because they aren’t curling, applying heavy mascara and then scrubbing it off every night.  

So, for the health and safety of your natural lashes, please make sure you’re having your lash extensions applied by a licensed and certified lash extensions specialist.  And make sure you see pictures of THEIR work.   

The following pictures are of my own work....

Very few Eyelash Extension Specialists offer bottom lash extensions

90+ lashes per eye

This was a removal and new set I did.
Original lashes were way too long for clients natural lashes and stuck together 
at the base.  They were causing discomfort and client did not like the "fake" look.
(my after pic lighting was SO bad...the lashes I use really are black, but look lighter in the pic)

Here they are open.
The previous lash job caused some lash loss, so I was not able to give her 
as full a look as I would have liked to.  Today, her lashes are much fuller and healthy, and she LOVES them!  Another lash addict!  I'll try to remember to 
get a new picture of her lashes to post.

Cry Baby Semi-Permanent Mascara

Semi-permanent mascara is the newest thing to hit the beauty industry.  Cry Baby is a professionally applied semi-permanent mascara that will give you 2 weeks of volume, length, color and curl.  It's 100% waterproof and smear-proof, and is perfect for a vacation or special occasion.

Now, in my opinion, SPM will in no way replace eyelash extensions.  If you can afford it, get the extensions!  When applied correctly, they are absolutely gorgeous!  But if you don't want the commitment of extensions and just need a break from applying mascara and the raccoon eyes that come along with it, than Cry Baby is definitely the way to go.

If you want to become a Cry Baby you can book your appointment on my website.  Just click on the "Book Now" button on the top right on any page of my website, or at the top of my blog page.  A full set is $40 for a limited time.

If my location is not convenient for you, you can go to the Cry Baby website where you can locate a certified stylist in your area.

Give it a try...I think you'll like it!

Extensions on Bottom Lashes

So, I've had my new eyelash extensions on for about a week and I am loving them!  It has saved me so much time in the morning with my makeup.  But I was still having to put mascara on my bottom lashes.  I've been practicing doing bottom extensions on my sister and have been really happy with the results, so I decided to give it a try on myself.  They came out really good...almost exactly the way they look with mascara.
The above picture is of my eyes without ANY mascara...just eyelash extensions on top and bottom lashes.  I am now one of the few lash artists offering bottom lash extensions.  Book now so you can have a mascara free summer!

Loving My Eyelashes!

Well, I finally got my eyelash extensions put back on and I am loving them!  It's been over a year since my eyelash extension friend and I have been able to get our schedules worked out so we could "lash" each other.  I hope I am never without them again!!  I love not having to put mascara on them.  I always spent so much time on my eyelashes...I'd put on a coat of mascara, use a corsage pin to separate them and repeat the process at least one more time.  Now, I just brush them into place when I get out of the shower and do the rest of my makeup.  Love it!!  I am now going to practice putting bottom lashes on so I can ditch the mascara altogether.

If you, or anyone you know in the La Habra area are interested in getting them put on, I am offering 25% off any eyelash extensions procedure for "liking" my TLC Facebook Fan Page.  Please see my website for before and after pictures of my work.

Summer is almost here!

What better time to get beautiful, waterproof, smudgeproof eyelash extensions? How great would it be to come up out of the pool with gorgeous, long lashes instead of black mascara running down your face? I will be adding bottom lashes to my menu soon, so stay tuned...they look amazing!

And while we're at it, how about a golden spray tan to go with your new lashes? I know you don't want to put that bikini on a ghostly white body. It's the perfect way to start out the summer. Just be sure to wear sunscreen if you will be in the sun for an extended amount of time, because a spray tan does not offer any protection from the sun. I know the sun is taboo to most, but I personally prefer my vitamin D naturally. I just avoid overexposure.

So if you're ready, you can click on the "book now" button above and reserve your appointment. If you have any questions, please feel free to leave a comment or email me at any time. Mention my blog and receive 25% off any set of eyelash extensions.

Happy sunshine!!