Helen and a delighted Emily after the transplant. Main picture and below: Close-ups of Emily with her new lashes.
extensions, they’ll typically last around three to four weeks before infills are required to top up any that have fallen out naturally. It’s hard to generalise as everyone is unique. Th e r e ’s no rhyme or reason to it. Lash extensions are not scientific, they’re art,” s ay s Helen. With all the lashes in position, Helen now combs them using a little brush, very similar to a mascara brush. “I call it using my colonel to push the little soldiers into shape, make sure they’re all happy! “I and my team of five here supply clients with all information they need. If any extensions come off, simply pop back. “If you aren’t sure about which lashes to go
lashes, hence Helen’s magnifying headgear enabling her to see the minutest detail. Using a pair of tweezers in her left hand to isolate a lash, then another pair of tweezers in her right hand, Helen puts the lash extension in place, gently positioning them one-on-one. A steady hand is required. For each lash, Helen carefully picks an extension from the size selection, dips it in the adhesive and sets it in place. “The only instances where I can’t apply an extension is
with ‘crossover lashes’ (where the natural lashes grow higgledy piggledy). The lashes can’t be isolated, so the extension won’t adhere as there’s more than one natural lash at the base. Similarly, where there’sa ‘n a t u ra l gap’ there is no actual lash, so there’s nothing to apply the extension to. I’ll always tell the client if this is the case. “A natural lash renews itself every six to eight weeks, depending on your own body’s system. As regarding the longevity of lash
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for, I’d always advise on a choice that’s lasting, healthy and comfortable. Less is more with lashes. We can, of course, do a Lily Savage exaggerated look, however we’re all about day-to-day lashes; this is what our regulars come back for.” Helen advises Emily on maintenance,
which includes brushing with the small, curled brush, an application of finishing glaze, a specialist mascara and an oil-free cleanser (all available at the salon) so she’ll get the best results from her new lashes. Helen adds: “Brush your extensions in the morning to remove kinks, but don’t brush immediately after applying the glaze – it acts as a barrier to protect the lashes, drying to an ultra-natural finish over each individual lash, improving their longevity. Even in heat and humidity, they will wear away at the natural rate and separate at their own accord.” After about an hour and a half, the treatment is complete. Emily says: “I can’t wait to open my eyes and have a little f l u t t e r.” And she does. “Wow, they’ve made a massive difference, my lashes look really full and healthy! I can’t feel them on. I love them!”
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