Eyelash Extension Review

What are Eyelash Extensions?

Synthetic and/or Mink eyelash extensions are applied by carefully attaching one lash extension at a time to each of your individual lashes with a bonding agent. This process can take about 1-2 hours. The lashes will eventually fall out with your natural lash cycle, so it is not supposed to be damaging and also gives a natural look. Depending on your lash cycle, lash extensions should last about 4-6 weeks.

Note:

Lash cycles vary per person
I recommend going to a trained and certified specialist
Mink used was cruelty-free
Bonding used was fume-free and medical grade

Pricing

First appointment, $225-$275 based on synthetic or mink fur lashes
Refills, $65-$85 based on synthetic or mink fur lashes

Maintenance & Recommendations

This is definitely a major lifestyle change

Only oil-free products used around and on eyes (no more liquid liner!)
Avoid sleeping face down
No eye rubbing
Dry lashes only with paper towels to avoid towel fluff
Refills are recommended about every 2-5 weeks
Lash conditioner applied morning and night
When washing face, carefully splash water on eyes
Avoid steamy hot showers, steam rooms, saunas
Avoid facing shower head straight on

MY PROS & CONS

Pros

Beautiful long, curled, and full lashes
No mascara needed
No curling needed

Cons

Time Consuming, my first appointment took about 2 hours and refills take about 45 minutes
Expensive
After following all directions and recommendations, my lashes did some clumping
I felt that my lashes fell out faster than normal (probably due to the extra weight of the lash extensions?)
I ended up with some scary bald patches (pictures below)

PICTURES & VIDEO

BEFORE with Mascara