Everything you need to know about Lash Extensions

When someone is getting eyelash extensions for the first time there are usually a lot of questions on what type to get. Today I will break down the three types of eyelash extensions as well as ways to care for them. (I won’t be going over prices, everyone does pricing differently, but if interested mine can be found here.)

The first thing to keep in mind is it’s a commitment. I call them my high maintenance, low maintenance look. Day to day there really isn’t much I need to do (which is why I love them!) you do need to remember to wash them nightly but I just add it into my nightly skincare routine and it’s pretty easy. Washing your lashes helps keep them free of dust and particles that can build up on your lashes during the day. Your lashes are designed to keep things out of your eyes, so they can get a buildup on them that begins to weigh them down. Cleaning them helps prevent this.

Ok, now let’s get to the three main styles of lash extensions:

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Classics: One extension is attached to one natural lash. This gives you the most natural form of lash extensions. Designed to give length to your natural lashes and the look of mascara. If you have never had extensions before and aren’t sure where to start this is always what I recommend first. It’s the most natural and you can always upgrade later.

Volume: Handmade fans of 2-5 lash extensions are placed on one natural lash. This style is for fullness over length. If you are someone who adds coats and coats of mascara onto your lashes trying to make them fuller, this might be more your style. It is the most glamorous and noticeable form of extensions. If you wear makeup or false lashes daily, you are going to want more of a volume look. 

Hybrid: A 50/50 mix of both classic and volume lashes is used for this style. This is great for someone who likes a little more texture to their lashes. For some people, volume is too much, but classics are just not enough. Hybrid is the perfect mix of both. This is personally my favorite type of lashes. It’s a little more than the classics but still natural enough for me to wear no other makeup. 

A few other things to keep in mind, full sets take anywhere from 2-31/2 hours. Your lash tech is getting every single lash, it takes a while cause unless you look really closely you may not know how many you have (usually much more than you think). You will also need to come in about every 2 weeks for fills. This keeps your lashes looking full all the time, but also helps your lash tech remove any outgrown lash extensions. As your lashes grow the extensions grow with the lash. If the lash grows too much the extension can weigh it down and cause your lashes to fall out too soon. This can cause damage to your natural lashes and we don’t want that. Good lash techs will always consider the health of your natural lashes when adding extensions. This includes removing outgrowth. Fills can take anywhere from 1-2 hours and time depends mostly on the style of extensions you choose. Because volume and hybrid require fans to be made, they take more time than classics.

A bonus alternative option:

Lash lift: Maybe lash extensions don’t sound like they would be a good fit for you. Lash lifts are an alternative option for someone wanting less morning maintenance, but maybe not the commitment of lash fills. A lash lift is essentially a perm for your lashes. It is a chemical process that helps reshape your natural lashes to give them more of a curl. After 24hrs. You can wear mascara and makeup like normal, your lashes will just have more of a curl and uniform shape. Depending on your hair type this service lasts 6-8 weeks. It’s a great 1st step for someone wanting a very natural and easy look.

I love eyelash extensions! They make my mornings so easy I rarely need to put makeup on now! I hope this helps give you an overview of things to consider. Again I love my lashes! But they are not for everyone. My hope is that this article helps you determine if they are for you, and also what style you think will suit you best. For my pricing and booking, you can head over to the service page on my website here.

Thanks for reading!

Xo,

Annie

All you need to know about Henna Brows

What is Henna Brows?

I have always loved body henna. During my senior year of high school, I had a friend henna my upper back, arm, and leg to match a dress I wore for a school dance. Probably my favorite look for a high school dance. When I heard of henna brows I knew I would eventually add this service to my books. It took me a while to find a brand I liked, but once I did, I was just so excited! 

This is a great all-natural way to temporarily tint your brow hairs and skin. Of course, I have had a lot of questions about this service, so I figured I would write out a post all about henna brows and answer the most frequently asked questions.

I’m sure the first thing that comes to mind when I say henna is a traditional body henna method I mentioned above, known as Mehndi.

This type of henna has been used for generations. It stains the skin and turns to a warm red shade and slowly fades over time. This process occurs because the henna oxidizes, so as it fades the color changes and gets warmer in tone as it fades. Eyebrow henna is high-quality henna with other natural ingredients designed to not oxidize and will stay the same color on your skin and brows. Eyebrow henna ingredients work with the henna to make sure the color stays the same from start to finish.  

So why henna and not traditional tint?

Well, there are a couple of reasons why I chose this method over other tints. Traditional tints use harsh chemicals that can dry out the brow hairs. Henna is all-natural and can actually help nourish the brows.

How long will it last?

Henna can last 6-8 weeks on the brow hairs as long as you follow the proper protocol; Don’t wet your brow hairs for the first 24hrs and avoid hot showers or saunas.  Henna also lasts 1-2 weeks on the skin as well as the brows, where tint only stains the hairs. How long it lasts on your skin mainly depends on your skin type. If you have oily skin, particularly on your forehead area, it only lasts about a week. If you have normal to dry skin, it lasts about two weeks on the skin.

While almost everyone can get henna brows, there are a few contraindications. If you have broken skin or skin disorders near the eyebrow, G6PD deficiency, or Seborrheic dermatitis, or if you are allergic to henna, this service is probably not right for you.

If you are not sure if you will have a reaction or if it’s safe for you, we can always do a patch test 5-7 days before the service to make sure it’s right for you. 

If you are filling in your brows constantly every day and are looking to save some time in the mornings this is a great service. If you have gaps in your brows or areas that you are looking to grow in, henna brows can be a great solution to give you the full look you desire. 

Can you do henna over microblading or tattooed eyebrows? If you have old microblading done, you can also henna over the microblading as long as it’s not fresh microblading. I do not recommend this service if you have had microblading within a year.  

All my henna appointments include threading or waxing shaping to give you perfect eyebrows. 

Want to complete the lazy girl who has no time in the morning for a makeup look? Then pair henna brows with an eyelash extension service. Who has time in the mornings for makeup anyways? Well, this way your lashes and brows will look perfect every morning. 

Are you ready to book your service?

Just click the link here to get started!