Looking for luscious lashes but not sure what styles are out there or what will look best for you? Lash Laine has got you covered with these tips.
Lash extensions are not just a passing trend but are most definitely a beauty must-have. You too can look amazing any time of the day without needing extra beauty products. Save time in the morning when getting ready with one less beauty ritual to do, AND if done correctly, there?s no damage to your own lashes!
Lash Mapping
There?s more to eyelash extensions than just personal preference. To get the best look for you, an experienced lash artist will also need to check eye shape, eye angle, natural lash strength and curl as well as brow and face shape.
They do this with lash mapping. Mapping is a pretty nifty tool used to plan where to put lashes for optimum effect.
Mapping is a template which is drawn to guide your lash technician on where to place the length of each lash across the lash line to achieve different looks and create different styles.
It is also used to attain symmetry and determine where certain curls and diameters go. The numbers on the ?map? represent the length of an extension. Mapping styles can be uniquely made or copied from popular maps to create an epic set of lashes.
Eyelash Styles
The next step to fab looking lashes is to find which eyelash style will suit. There are a few styles ? with the help of a qualified lash artist, to decide on ? natural, cat eye or doll eye.
Natural Eye
The natural eyelash style is where the lengths of the natural lashes are followed with the longest lashes over the arch of the brow. This style suits everyone as it simply enhances your natural lashes.
Cat Eye
The cat eyelash style is one of the most popular looks and is where the lashes slowly get longer towards the end of the eye. The sweeping motion of fluffy lashes can be dramatic or natural depending on the look you are after.
Doll Eye
The doll eye eyelash style is where the lashes in the centre of the eye are longer which can give a rounded ?big eye? look. This look is best suited to those with down turned eyes.
The highest point is at the top of the eye which draws attention to that area, creating lift and more openness. This look is often quite dramatic with longer lash lengths used. With shorter lashes used, it can also look very natural.
Eyelash extension styles
Next step in a lashes journey is to decide on the eyelash extension style you prefer. A great lash technician will help with this so you can work with your features to create a stunning set.
Depending on the level of drama you are looking for, there?s single or fan extensions with varied placements such as classic, volume, glam classic or hybrid/ custom eyelash extensions.
Classic Eyelash Extensions
The classic style is one single individual classic lash applied to one single natural lash in a series of graduating lengths to give a soft and flattering look. This style is incredibly popular and best of all, very easy to maintain!
Volume Eyelash Extensions
A volume set consists of only fans. Volume lashes are known for being full and dramatic but don?t always have to be OTT. The fluffy textured volumes placed in a sweeping cat eye can give a dense lash line with a soft finish. The bigger the eyelash extension fans used, the more dramatic the look. This style is applied to one single natural lash and is done so with precision.
Glam Classic Eyelash Extensions
The glam classic style is the same as a classic application but the end result is just a touch more ?wow?. The glam classics are more noticeable due to their dense colour giving a darker and thicker effect without being heavier or thicker in diameter.
Hybrid / Custom Eyelash Extensions
A mix of classics (individuals) and volume (fans). This combination gives a full and fluffy finish, perfect for those who want to start graduating into a more dramatic style from classics.
Classic Eyelash Extensions
Glam Classic Eyelash Extensions
Volume Eyelash Extensions
Hybrid/ Custom Eyelash Extensions