Issues discussed in the material:
- What is the difference between classic eyelash extensions and other types?
- What types of classic eyelash extensions are there?
- What effect can be achieved with different types of classic eyelash extensions?
- How you can correct the shape of your eyes and even your face using different types of classic eyelash extensions
Eyelash extensions in the classic way are a popular salon service, the choice of which is due to the stunningly bright, but at the same time natural result. During the procedure, one synthetic hair is glued to each natural eyelash in turn. Despite the apparent simplicity of the method, the result can be quite varied. Using various types of classic eyelash extensions, a specialist can professionally hide existing eye imperfections and achieve different effects. More about this in the article.
Types of classic eyelash extensions (+ photos)
Masters of the lash industry adhere to certain rules when performing the procedure: each artificial eyelash is attached at a distance of 1 mm from the growth line of natural hairs (this gap is necessary to avoid discomfort during wear). It is necessary that each eyelash be autonomous in relation to the others; gluing, which complicates the normal growth of native hairs, should not be allowed.
There are several types of classic eyelash extensions. The name of each reflects the result of the procedure.
- European
(or natural)
Using from three to five length options for artificial eyelashes, the master reproduces the natural growth line, but the parameters of the eyelash row become noticeably better.
- Puppet.
The whole truth about eyelash extensions
Spring makes you think more about your appearance: the beauty of awakening nature awakens in a woman a passionate desire to be beautiful. Therefore, in the spring, people often think about the possibility of enhancing the beauty of their eyes and adding expressiveness to their look by using eyelash extensions.
Indeed, one stroke of chic eyelashes can light a fire in a man’s heart. It’s not for nothing that thick, fluttering eyelashes are mentioned so much in literature. Today's technologies make it possible to create the eyelashes of your dreams even for those whom nature has endowed with expressionless pale eyelashes.
Before you go for eyelash extensions, it would be a good idea to read the information on this topic.
So, a lash maker is a specialist in eyelash extensions. And the first thing you need to think about before deciding on this procedure is choosing a specialist in this field. An experienced lash maker is a real find. He must have the talent to see and create beauty. Then your eyelashes will be part of your image, and not a separate element that attracts attention with its artificiality. After all, it is necessary to ideally select the thickness of artificial eyelashes, length, and also bend.
There is a popular misconception that eyelash extensions can be natural or artificial. Naturally, they ask to pay more for the first option. And such a division is just an advertising gimmick. All eyelashes used for extension procedures are of artificial origin! Natural hairs are not used as they cause serious allergic reactions.
There are several options for eyelash extensions. The classic option is one-to-one extensions: one artificial eyelash is glued onto one of your eyelashes. Option 2D and 3D - 2 or 3 artificial eyelashes are glued onto one eyelash, respectively. Hollywood technology allows you to create the image of a fatal beauty - 5-6 artificial eyelashes are glued onto one eyelash.
Eyelash lamination is a procedure that can be called an alternative to eyelash extensions. It does not involve gluing artificial eyelashes, but allows you to make your own eyelashes thicker, fluffier, and darker. This procedure is suitable for those who want to slightly improve the appearance of their eyelashes.
One percent of women who decide to have eyelash extensions will not be able to realize their desire due to individual intolerance to the materials used for this procedure. It is impossible to determine in advance whether you are intolerant to glue, primer or remover. However, such a small percentage of those who are unlucky allows you to hope that everything will work out for you in the best possible way!
Materials and other nuances of classic eyelash extensions
- Length.
Length refers to the distance from the base of the eyelash to its tip. It can range from four to twenty-one millimeters. Conventionally, eyelashes are divided into four groups based on their length. Hairs up to eight millimeters are considered short, eyelashes from nine to twelve millimeters are considered medium, eyelashes from thirteen to fourteen millimeters are long, and eyelashes above fifteen millimeters are very long. The average length is optimal when choosing hairs for classic extensions.
- Thickness.
The thickness parameter is calculated at the base of the cilium and has a value of 0.05–0.3 mm. Optimal hairs for classic hair extensions have a thickness of 0.15 mm. The exception is when the natural hairs are thinned and weakened. In order not to overload them, the lash maker selects thinner material.
- Bend.
It is designated by a letter and is an indicator of the degree of curl of the eyelash.
J (A) - identical to the curve of natural eyelashes. Hairs with this bend are short.
B - Same as the J-bend, it is natural, but the hairs are slightly longer.
C is the most commonly used bend in the classical extension technique, much more noticeable than the previous two.
D - strong bend. Gives a bright effect, gives expressiveness to the look.
L - cilia are straight at the base, with a slight curl at the tip.
Growth Promoters
There are several categories of products that accelerate hair growth.
Note! Combining them is allowed, but in such cases, before using the next one, the eyelids must be thoroughly cleaned of the previous one.
Natural oils
To stimulate eyelash growth you can use oils :
- based on grape seeds;
- olive;
- peach;
- almond;
- burdock;
- castor
The latter, unlike the others, is not recommended to be applied for a long time, and especially at night.
Prolonged contact of castor oil molecules with the skin of the eyelids can lead to swelling.
To prepare the oil composition, you need to prepare a well-washed mascara container and a brush from it.
Remnants of old mascara should also be carefully removed from the brush. After filling the container completely with oil, add liquid vitamins E and A.
apply the solution with a brush once a day . The bottle of solution can be stored in the refrigerator (but not in the freezer to prevent complete freezing).
For your information! Having dipped the brush into the tube, you should use it to walk several times along the entire length of eyelash growth, combing them thoroughly.
To avoid irritation, it is important to keep this product out of your eyes .
Masks for eyelashes
Masks can be prepared using essential oils or natural ingredients that most women have at home.
In the first case, good recipes are the following:
- Flaxseed, camphor and castor oils are mixed in the same ratio and heated in a water bath to room temperature. The product is evenly distributed in one approach on the eyelashes. After 20 minutes, the eyelashes should be wiped with cotton pads soaked in warm water.
- A teaspoon of castor oil is mixed with half a teaspoon of cognac or rum and warmed to room temperature, after which it is applied to the hairs. Castor oil in this solution will not cause swelling or irritation, so the product can be left overnight. But it is better to remove the remaining product after 10-15 minutes.
- Several branches of fresh parsley are chopped and a third of a teaspoon of aloe juice is added to them. Moisten your fingers in this product and apply it to the upper eyelids with light massaging movements, trying not to get on the eyelash growth line. There is no need to rinse this product off: after a few minutes it will be completely absorbed into the skin.
Stay up to date! You can use freshly squeezed carrot juice from natural ingredients.
If necessary, it can be mixed with any of the mentioned oils.
Dip the brush in this composition and apply it to the eyelashes for an hour, after which it is washed off with warm water.
Another option is a gelatin mask.
10 grams of gelatin are mixed with 30 grams of warm water and left for 15 minutes, after which 10 grams of any hair balm is added to the mixture.
This procedure is performed once a week, the mask is applied for 20 minutes, after which it must be washed off.
General Tips
It is worth noting! Additional factors have an additional beneficial effect on eyelash growth.
You can speed up hair growth by following these tips:
- Good growth of not only eyelashes, but also hair on the head is impossible with a lack of vitamins and a weakened immune system, when the body does not spend extra resources on these processes. If your eyelashes are weak and thin, you should think about taking a course of vitamin complexes , especially in the autumn-spring period.
- Proper nutrition also helps maintain the balance of vitamins and nutrients. Therefore, it is recommended to exclude unhealthy foods from the diet (too fried and fatty, sweet). It is worth adding more fresh herbs, fruits, vegetables, fish, dairy products, eggs and liver.
- All makeup must be washed off at night so that the eyelashes and facial skin as a whole can “rest.”
- At least once a week you need to take “breaks”, giving up makeup completely.
- It is necessary to remove mascara from eyelashes without vigorous rubbing , as this leads to accidental tearing out of hairs.
- In summer, excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation on eyelashes should be avoided. To do this, you need to use sunglasses, especially when living in hot regions.
- Once every 3-4 months, mascara must be changed to a new one , even if there is still a lot of it left. Over time, such products not only lose their properties, but also change their structure and can become a composition harmful to eyelashes.
How does the classic eyelash extension procedure work?
Before classic extensions, the master selects the material based on the client’s appearance, the condition of natural eyelashes and the desired result. As a result of the procedure, artificial hairs should not be longer than natural hairs by more than two millimeters.
- To avoid sticking of the lower eyelashes, it is necessary to protect them with silicone pads.
- For a long-lasting effect and good adhesion of the glue to the surface of the hairs, you need to apply a degreaser to the upper eyelashes and skin of the eyelids.
- The lash maker straightens the eyelashes with straight tweezers, grabs the artificial hair with tweezers with curved tips, dips it in the adhesive and attaches it to the natural one. The distance from the eyelid line should be about one millimeter.
- Next, excess glue is removed with a toothpick or a cotton swab, and a fixing compound is applied to the attachment points.
Gentle methods for restoring eyelashes using home remedies
Herbal infusions will help cope with the problem.
- Pour a glass of boiling water over 3 tablespoons of chopped herbs: chamomile, thyme or sage (aloe is also suitable, which has a beneficial effect on eyelash growth). Infuse the brewed herb for two hours, stirring occasionally. Then soak a cotton pad and place it on your eyelid. The action time will be 15 minutes.
- Mix 100 ml of aloe juice with the same amount of burdock oil. Add some vitamins (3-4 drops). Mix everything. Gently spread this product onto your eyelashes and leave for 40 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with cool water.
- Mix castor oil with aloe juice, 50 ml each. Apply the mask to your eyelashes. The action time will be 45 minutes. Then wash your face with water at room temperature.
Castor oil is an ideal remedy for strengthening damaged eyelashes
- Pour 2 tablespoons of finely chopped parsley with castor oil (50 ml). Add 50 ml of aloe juice to the resulting mixture and stir until smooth. Gently rub the mixture into the roots of the eyelashes and rinse with warm water after 45-50 minutes. Parsley has special medicinal properties, but you should still not overuse it. It is enough to use this mixture 4 times a month.
Use folk remedies 1-2 times a week, and the result will pleasantly surprise you
Herbs have a gentle effect without causing any harm. The benefits will be noticeable after 3-5 uses.
