True Blossom Beauty

Before my lash appointment - How should I prepare?

Because eyelash extension procedure can take time, it is important that some things be done prior to arriving for your appointment:

* Please remove all eye makeup with a mild, oil-free cleanser prior to your appointment. Eye makeup can interfere with the adhesive bond and shorten the lifespan of your lash extensions, so it's very important your natural lashes be as clean as possible.

* If you are a contact lens wearer, please remove them if you can’t keep your eyes closed with them in for a long period.

* Wear comfortable clothing, bring a blanket should you get cold. Be prepare to take a nice lash NAP!

* To make you as comfortable as possible and to avoid delays, please visit the bathroom before your procedure.

* Don’t have caffeine right before your appointment

During my appointment - What can I expect?

When you arrive, you will be asked to complete a short Client History form. I will evaluate and discuss your needs and expectations. You will be comfortably reclined on a treatment bed, with eyes closed. It’s highly recommended that all eye makeup be removed prior to your appointment, but if not, it will be removed as much as possible prior to starting the procedure. Your bottom lashes will be protected with a small under eye pad. Each synthetic lash is dipped in a medical grade bonding agent and applied to an individual natural lash. The number and length of lashes applied is determined by the desired look, as well as health and thickness of your own natural lashes. The entire procedure generally takes between 2-2.5hrs for a full set and 1-1.5hrs for refills on MIXED/Hybrid and VOLUME takes between 2.5-3hrs for full set and 1.5-2hrs for refills.

Note: If you arrive with eye makeup on, I will remove it as much as I can, but I can’t remove it as well as you could at home. This could affect the bonding process and shorten the lifespan of the lash extensions. So, please remove all makeup prior to your appointment.

Aftercare for lash extension - How can I extend the life of my Eyelash Extensions?

Though easy to maintain, proper care and maintenance will ensure the life of your lash extensions.

The first 24hours are crucial for the adhesive to dry and provide a strong, durable bond. Therefore, it's very important to adhere to the following instructions:

* Keep them dry. Avoid hot steaming shower, washing your face with hot water

* Avoid swimming or exposure to steam, heat or saunas.

* Avoid oil-based creams and lotions on, or around, the eyes.

* Do not apply eye or lash makeup.

* Avoid chemical peels, facial, waxing or laser treatments around the eyes.

* Avoid sleeping on side or stomach.

After the first 24 hours: Although the adhesive has dried, certain activities can weaken the adhesive bond and result in premature loss of your lash extensions. Therefore, the following guidelines are recommended:

* You can swim, shower and exercise as usual but avoid excessive exposure to heat or steam.

* Be gentle, don't rub your eyes excessively and don’t pick or pull on the lashes as it can pull your own eyelash out along with the extension.

* Avoid oil-based eye care products or oil-based eye make-up remover. Use of oil-based products can weaken the adhesive bond.

* Use of mascara may reduce the lifespan of your lash extensions. Although not needed, water-based mascara may be used if desired, but apply sparingly and remove gently.

* Avoid eyelash curlers as they can damage both natural and synthetic lashes.

* Avoid sleeping on stomach

How long will my eyelash extensions last?

Our hair type and growth cycle is predetermined by our genes, as well as other factors such as overall health. In general, our natural lashes grow in cycles of approximately 10 to 12 weeks and undergo three growth phases. Each hair growth cycle is unique to everyone, and each individual eyelash enters the different phases at different times. When natural lashes mature and fall out, new lashes have already been growing. Lash extensions are applied to those lashes that are in the middle phase of the growing cycle. These lashes can support the length and weight of the extension and will extend the amount of time they will last without affecting the health of new lashes. As your natural lash sheds, the lash extension will be shed along with it. With proper care, your lash extensions will last as long as your own lash but can be maintained indefinitely with refills. To keep your lash extensions lush and full, I recommend getting a touch up (fill), every 2-3 weeks.

How to clean your eyelash extensions:

* Wash your eyelash extensions with lash cleaning solution once or twice a day using small eyeshadow brush. Gently brush downward direction with lash cleaning solution, then again with just water.