There are several curl styles to choose from when deciding upon a lash curl. The most popular on the market right now are C curls, D curls. It is important to take into consideration the client’s desired look. However, it is important to decide whether or not your lash client can handle the desired look based on the curvature of the lash.

The weight, width or thickness of the eyelash extension is also very important. There are many different weights now available on the market. The most commonly used sizes are 0.15, 0.20, and 0.25. As a general rule, it can be determined that 100% can support the 0.15 weight once adhered to the natural lash.

Your assessment is the most important part of ensuring the lash will hold and not damage the natural lash. If you were to choose a thicker heavier lash and your client has naturally fine/ thin lashes than you can expect the lash to fall off instantly and you will experience breakage and damage.

It is always better to choose a fine, shorter thinner lash extensions for the first few services. The client will still see the difference and then with each fill, you can gradually increase weight and size depending on how the client feels.

Determining the length that will be used remember that typically lash extensions come in lengths from 6mm to 18mm. It’s always best to use 3 different lengths throughout the eye. Normally, lashes are not all the same length all the way through. As a rule, looking at the lash line from your work, position and begin starting from the outer corner with the length 30%, center 50% and inner corner 20%.

Your eyes will need to be closed until the end of the service. I will communicate with you each step of the way to let you know where the equipment will be so you are fully aware of your surroundings. If at any point you are feeling discomfort please speak up.

Steps to Safe & Proper Lashing

Step 1. Apply under-eye stickers

When applying under eye stickers/gel patches, you should avoid placing the sticker too close to the eye. The sticker should be placed over the lower lashes, about 3-4 millimeters from the lower lash line. Check lids from below to ensure upper and lower lids form a seal with no gaps.

Step 2. Choose extensions

Always use at least three different lengths of extensions that range from 6 mm to 14 mm in length. It is best to use 8 mm lash extensions in the inner corners of the eye to avoid an artificial clownlike look. It is also important to use 8 mm extensions all across the eye, between the longer extensions to create a thick lash line. Failure to mix in short extensions results in empty gaps that make the long extensions look similar to spider legs. For a dramatic look, opt for the thickest (0.25mm) curly extensions. Finer extensions create a more natural look.

Step 3. Pick-up

Spread lashes out on your vinyl pad designed for quick pick up of the extensions. Orient extension properly in the tweezers. The extension should be oriented at a 90° angle to the straight tweezer for quick, accurate application.

Step 4. Dip

While holding the extension from its tapered end, I need to dip the extension into the adhesive; make sure there is ample adhesive at the base of the extension. Wipe off any excess prior to applying.

Step 5. Isolate and Swipe

Isolate the natural lash with the curved tweezers. While holding the extension from its tapered end, swipe the extension along the natural lash. Coat the natural lash with adhesive from base to tip with no gaps in the glue. Spread the adhesive until smooth.

Step 6. Set

After swiping the natural lash with enough adhesive to coat it, set the extension on the lash about 1/2–1 mm away from the eyelid. Release the extension onto the natural lash. The lash should be facing upwards and parallel to the other lashes without any beads of glue.

Step 7. Separate

No two extensions or natural lashes should be stuck together. Use both sets of tweezers to separate any extensions from neighboring lashes and/or extensions. Grasp and separate in a horizontal manner; best done while the adhesive is dry, but not fully cured. Never pull in a vertical direction or place any tension on natural lashes. Repeat the application and separation steps until every natural lash is bonded.

Step 8. Dry

When all natural lashes have an extension securely bonded, it is time to dry the newly adorned lashes for three minutes. Mist with distilled water, dry again for three minutes and perform one final round of separation.

For the first 24 hours after the application of your eyelash extensions, please follow these instructions:

• • Do not get eyelashes wet within 24 hours.

• • Do not use a tanning bed.

• • Do not take part in facial peels or skin resurfacing procedures.

• • Do not rub the eyes or pull on the lashes.

• • Do not use mechanical eyelash curlers.

• • Avoid using oil-based skin care products on or near your eyelashes. Use water-based or gel-based skin care products instead.

If you'd like to use mascara, use oil-free, non-waterproof mascara. This will help them last longer but in general, it's best to let them be without.