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Lash Extensions are very popular at the moment with celebrities from Kim K to Jennifer Lopez wearing them. Perfect if you don't want to do a long make up routine in the morning, just a little tinted moisturiser and your good to go. Then on the other hand if you love your glam these are ideal because you can go full on diva with a full face of make up and be red carpet ready in no time. So if your still not convinced then read on and learn the dos, don'ts  and myths of lash extensions!

The Dos Do use oil free makeup removers. Do bush lashes daily with a spoolie (most good lash techs will supply you with this). Do wash your lashes.

The Don'ts  Always remember the 24 hour rule! NO water, do not get lashes wet for 24 hours after getting them done. Avoid oil based make up products and waterproof mascara. Don't excessively touch you lashes. Don't brush lashes for 24 hours. Don't brush your lashes when wet,

The Myths You need to take a break form lash extensions! This is a myth! Eyelash extensions grow out with your natural lashes and at your refill appointment are taken off and replaced with new extensions. Natural lashes have a cycle of 60-90 days, loosing between 1-5 natural lashes a day, over this time you loose and gain new lashes.

Eye lash extensions make your lashes feel heavy! Myth! If your lash extensions are applied properly you should hardly feel them and they shouldn't feel heavy. The lash fibres are so thin they are almost weightless.

Lash extensions cause infection! Myth! Lash extensions do not cause infection, but not maintaining good after care can! Its very important that you follow the after care advice you receive from your lash tech, so that you can enjoy beautiful lashes without any complications!

You cant get eyelash extensions wet! Myth! Of course you can get you lash extensions wet, but just wait 24 hours after application. This is probably the biggest myth of all. Over the years lash adhesive has changes and now most of them are waterproof and oil proof. So swim in the sea care free!

Eye lash extension removal is painful! Myth! Removing your lash extensions should not be a painful experience. Your eyes are closed throughout the process. Your lash tech will talk you through what will happen before they start. The only time you might feel a slight discomfort is if some of the product gets in you eye. If this happens tell your lash tech and they will help you.

Strip Lashes Vs Lash Extensions Now this is the big debate! As a lash technician myself I get asked this a lot in the salon. So here my two cents on the matter!

Strip Lashes Ok so in my opinion strip lashes are great if you have a night out and you want a cheap and cheerful lash. They last about 6-7 hours before you have the dreaded lift on the inner corner! (come on ladies you know what I'm talking about, we have all had it!)  so carrying a little bottle of lash glue is important. They can sometimes feel stiff on the eyelid and if they are not applied correctly can make one eye look bigger then the other. Having said that they are handy if you need a quick fix for a night out!

Lash Extensions Lash Extensions are the best option in my opinion, although they are more expensive they look and last much better then strip lashes. They look glam on nights out and you don't have to worry about them coming loose or lifting! With lash extensions you wake up with ready to go lashes, so not faffing around with glue in the mornings just up and go!

What do you think Strip Lashes or Lash Extensions? Let me know!

If you are thinking of getting lash extensions give me a call at thebeautyroom.ie and we can discuss the best option for you!