“I could see that her skin on the lid of one eye was slightly irritated because the lash tech had accidently dropped some glue there. My client also noted that during the eyelash extension application her eyes were irritated with a burning sensation and watery due to the fumes of the glue the technician was using and that the eyelash application process lasted 4 hours!

It took me about 1 hour to remove the globs of glue that were attached to her eyelashes, mostly at the root. It was a relief for her to have them removed.. her eyes already started feeling better. One side ended up being slightly sparser then the other since she lost a few lashes but she was brave enough to try a second attempt and the outcome was much different. She couldn’t believe the difference and was very happy.” (to read the whole article click here)

And here is the picture she posted of the client’s eyelashes (before she fixed them for her):

I am so glad this client let this technician apply a new pair for her. But, as I said, I am sad that this client had to go through so much discomfort, and probably ended up paying much more money in the end! There are a lot of people who will choose to go to an inexperienced or under qualified lash technician because they might have a better price, only to end up paying much more in the end because they end up with a horrible lash job and have to get them fixed…not to mention the discomfort and many times pain they have to go through!

Please do not go to an inexperienced or under qualified lash technician because you think it will save you money! When getting eyelash extensions, do not think that price is the only factor to consider…it should actually be one of the last things to consider. When getting eyelash extensions, it is so important to go to a lash technician who is experienced and has the appropriate qualifications, as well as someone who uses high quality products (remember these extensions, glue, and tools are SO close to your eyes…make an educated decision).

So…why spend so much more on the extensions??

Well, according to this article here are some of the benefits of eyelash extensions over the black gooey stuff:

“- Achieve longer, fuller lashes

- Less risk of eye irritatation

- Won’t run when wet

- No need to reapply every few hours

- Get the precice length you want

- More intense than other products, a seemingly theatrical and sensational appearance”

Has anyone out there seen P.S. I Love You?? So you mean that I could have walked out of that movie NOT looking like Rocky after he got the crap beat out of him by Mr. T? Sweet, I’m in.

Five bucks for a tube of mascara or $500 for eyelash extensions – how far would you go for dramatic lashes? Eyelash extensions are becoming a staple in salons from Asia to America. But do you really need them, or will your trusty eyelash curler and mascara do the trick? Find out if you should lash out. Plus: Are you a makeup mishap?

Luscious lashes have long been the standard of beauty for women. We go to great lengths to achieve them, using mascara, eyelash curlers and even the go-to for special occasions – false lashes. And who can blame us for our obsession? After all, our lashes frame the most expressive feature on our face – our eyes.

Mascara has always been the weapon of choice for luxurious lashes. But with eyelash extensions, you can throw out the hard-to-fulfill promises of lengthening, strengthening, thickening, clump-free mascaras.

Eyelash extensions create more drama than mascara, but still look fresh and natural – no spider lashes here. You’ll look doe-eyed first thing in the morning and throughout the day. Sound too good to be true? Before you rush to the nearest salon, here is what you need to know:

Lash cost: Eyelash extensions will run you anywhere from $250 to $500. In addition, the touch-ups you usually require every two weeks will set you back $50 to $100. It can be pricey up-keep, with new sets needed every four to six weeks, unless you’re just springing for extensions for a special occasion

Lash length: Eyelash extensions come in 6-, 8-, 10-, 12- and 14-millimeter lengths. A full set of extensions can lengthen your lashes up to 50%, and will thicken them by 30 to 50%. You can also choose different colors, from blacks and browns to purples and tints of red, depending on your coloring and the effect you crave.

How it works: The entire procedure usually takes about two hours. First, you’ll lie down while an eyelash extension specialist uses surgical tape to hold down your bottom lashes, which aren’t used in the procedure. Then, between 25 and 40 individual silk lashes are dipped one by one into a bonding agent and applied to your existing individual lashes. The procedure is painless, even relaxing.

Lash care: It’s critical to avoid getting your lashes wet with water, oils or creams in the first 24 to 48 hours. Your new lashes will last about 4 to 6 weeks, but for maximum results, touch-ups are usually recommended every two weeks to replace any strays that have fallen out.

Lash TLC
Avoid pulling and rubbing lashes when washing your face. Toss out your eyelash curler and mascara too. Curlers can break or crease your new lashes, and since most mascara is petroleum-based, it’ll break down the adhesive and ruin the lashes. Mascara isn’t necessary when you have extensions. Do not use waxy or creamy eyeliner pencils either. To take off your eye makeup, use a non-oily makeup remover instead of a cleanser.

Safety: Eyelash extensions are safe to use because the glue does not touch the eyelid. And there’s no rule against wearing them with contact lenses. Remember – if you’re fond of playing up your eyes with heavy eye-shadows and liners, keep your lips looking understated and natural, using a lip gloss with just a hint of color. Once you have eyelash extensions, you’ll be able to pull off bold lips in shades of red or berry quite nicely while keeping your eye makeup minimal.

If you can’t afford extensions or don’t have the patience for the care they demand, work with what you’ve got. For more dramatic lashes, take a metal curler, clamp lashes near the roots, hold for five seconds, and repeat in the middle. Next, remove the mascara wand in one pull from the tube, and sweep the underside of the lashes from the roots while holding the wand parallel to the eyelid. Use an eyelash brush for any clumps, and let dry before applying a second coat.

This year, LA make-up artist Valerie Sarnelle has created thick and furry mink and squirrel fur false eyelashes, in blacks, browns and blondes.

“They look like butterflies, but they’re not overdone,” said Sarnelle. “It’s the ultimate accessory.”

Madonna recently sported custom fake eyelashes made from mink fur and diamonds. A single pair of mink eyelashes costs £5,000 and is good for only five to seven wearings.

But you don’t need mink fur and diamonds for eyelash extensions to get that great look you are looking for. Check out our Fat Lashes product. A beautiful black fat lash is our thickest available. .25mm in Diameter.

The mites live head-down in a follicle, feeding on secretions and dead skin debris. The mites have tiny claws and needlelike mouthparts for eating skin cells. Crazy Huh? We definitely thought so. You can read the full research paper at the Eyelash Creatures page.

At least we know they don’t desire to feast or live on our eyelash extensions!!! Because those are not actually hair follicles. Thank goodness.

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Try our new Extend On eyelash glue now available in 4 strengths, also you can’t beat our prices on “mink” eyelashes , C-curl lashes, and Fat Lashes ( .25mm in thickness).

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Good through 4/30/2008

• Do not wash eyes or shower for 24 hours after lash application. Do not swim or spa for 48 hours after lash application to allow adequate time for bonding.
• Be gentle with your lashes.
• Avoid rubbing your eyes.
• Avoid oil-based and waterproof mascara. Water based mascara and water based mascara remover may be used. Use mascara sparingly and gently remove mascara with water-based eye makeup remover. Apply mascara on the tips only.
• We recommend getting a touch up every two to four weeks.

By Sharon Haddock
Deseret Morning News
CEDAR HILLS — Ann Nixon said she wasn’t afraid to lie on a couch with Amelia Meneses wielding a long pair of tweezers above her eyes, gluing synthetic hairs to her original eyelashes.
Stuart Johnson, Deseret Morning NewsAmelia Meneses, at her shop in Cedar Hills, attaches eyelash extensions on Ann Nixon’s eyes, above and below. She just wanted to look good at the end of the three-hour session.
“I don’t need it to look fake,” Nixon said. “I want it to look natural.”
When Nixon was a teenager she had a medical condition that caused hair loss, and she’s been self-conscious since about her skimpy eyelashes.
“When I heard about this, I was really excited,” she said. “I’m getting the sassy set, not the full set, so it won’t be a huge change.”
Meneses and her partner, Linda Bledsoe, assure her the new eyelashes won’t look phony. They’ll simply enhance her appearance by making her eyes look more open and more defined.
“We’ve had good experiences with the eyelash-challenged. We’ve worked with a lot of different people. One lady had her lashes singed off in a fire. We’ve had cancer survivors. Amelia and I are both redheads, so we have light eyelashes you can’t see. We’ve done each other’s,” Bledsoe said. “We love it. You don’t have to worry anymore about mascara. You just get up with these gorgeous lashes.”
Customers who come to an eyelash extension service pay about $200 for a full set of lashes — 80-120 individual hairs — that are painstakingly attached to real eyelashes.
Touch-ups are done about once a month for $45.
Outside of Utah, the price is much higher, Meneses said, between $300 and $600 for a full set of eyelashes.
“Ladies can go everything from a sassy set to really glamorous,” Bledsoe said, “from busy housewives with no time for daily maintenance to girls headed to the prom or a bride who doesn’t want to worry about crying on her wedding day.”
Stuart Johnson, Deseret Morning NewsA full set of eyelash extensions — 80 to 120 individual hairs — costs about $200. Meneses and Bledsoe have two studios — one in Cedar Hills at the Meneses’ home and another in Provo at 363 N. University Ave., Suite 108-A.
They opened in September and already have a loyal client base from high school-age girls to great-grandmothers.
They can do lashes in brown and black and order in other colors on request. They work with three different sizes and pride themselves on offering quality, safe work.
“We don’t do clusters, for instance, because they tend to pull out the natural lashes,” Bledsoe said.
They use a special, quality adhesive and a special dryer.
They’re adamant about training.
“We’re trained and certified. You don’t want to do this yourself or go to someone who doesn’t know what they’re doing,” Bledsoe said.
“It’s really important to be certified,” Meneses said. “You want everything sanitized, for instance.”
Eyelash extensions originated in Asia and have been available in the United States for the past couple of years, but demand for extensions is growing.
“It’s like an art form,” Bledsoe said.

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