At one time, false eyelash strips were exclusively used for glam makeup statements or perhaps prom night. Now, however, eyelash extensions give women a flawless day-to-day look that ranges from flirty “girl next door” to a bold night out on the town. But, similar to any other beauty trend, it’s normal to ask: How do eyelash extensions work anyway?

Before we go into how eyelash extensions work, we will start with the basics. What are eyelash extensions? Put simply, eyelash extensions are thin fibers that resemble natural eyelashes. Using semi-permanent adhesive, these thin fibers are attached to each natural eyelash giving a lengthened and thicker appearance of each lash. And, spoiler alert! They look amazing.

Eyelash extensions are typically made of a synthetic fiber.  Synthetic extensions are most common because they hold their curl and have a natural black sheen that is unbeatable.

The first step of getting your lashes done is selecting the best eyelash curl, diameter and length according to your eye shape and desired look. Don’t worry — your eyelash technician will do this for you! Next, while laying on your back, an experienced licensed eyelash technician will place protective pads over your lower lashes and under eyes and have you close your eyes.

Using eyelash extension tweezers, your lash artist will take a single eyelash extension, apply adhesive, and place carefully on one of your natural lashes one millimeter from the lash line. If you opt for volume lashes the process will only differ slightly. Rather than applying just one extension to each lash, your lash artist will first glue a few synthetic lashes together to create a fan. From here, the same process as noted above will be used.

Now, onto the most important question – how can I get my own eyelash extensions? Thankfully, whichever city you find yourself in, there are most likely plenty of options for you! When selecting your lash artist, be sure to look for someone who is licensed and has adequate experience. You can either find a lash artist who works independently or a technician that works as an extension of a salon. If you want to go to the experts, you can even go to a lash studio that specializes in lashes!

Just remember to do your research and pay attention to reviews. Even if you see someone who has cheaper pricing, remember – you get what you pay for!

If joining our community of eyelash technicians sounds like the perfect career option for you, look no further than The Lash Professional! Submerse yourself in the world of lash extensions and learn all that you can about lashes at one of our trainings!