How to optimize the hold of your eyelash extensions: professional tips and tricks

When we encounter a problem with the hold of our eyelash extensions, we often tend to blame the glue used. glue used. However, the cause often lies elsewhere: working conditions, hygiene, conservation or technique. Here are all the points to watch out for to guarantee long-lasting application and satisfy your and satisfy your customers every time.

The main causes of poor eyelash extension hold

• Non-ideal working conditions (high humidity, excessive temperature)
• Hygiene not respected (tools not disinfected, greasy hands)
• Poor storage of glue or extensions
• Lack of technique or practice (gestures too slow, lack of precision, extensions placed on "baby lashes")
• And many other factors not to be overlooked

Here are our top tips for maximizing the life of your poses and guaranteeing your customers' satisfaction. satisfaction.

Essential steps for a successful eyelash extension application

First and foremost, always check your hygrometer for the temperature and humidity level in your workspace. work area. If the humidity is too low, the glue won't set, while if it's too high, it won't be usable. unusable.

1. Thoroughly clean and disinfect your tools, seats and hands.
2. Prepare a clean ciliary base: perform a thorough make-up removal, even if the customer is not wearing make-up. make-up. Remove all residues (make-up, sebum, dust) with a non-greasy product such as eyelash shampoo or micellar water. or micellar water, then dry lashes.
3. Help your extensions stay in place with two key steps:
   • Degreasing: use two micro-brushes to degrease lashes with a product such as Eye Prep.
   • Optimize grip: apply a primer to make natural lashes more porous and improve adhesion
4. Check that your glue bottle is less than three months old, and that it has been stored in good conditions. Before use, shake vigorously for one minute.
5. Dip the extension in a drop of fresh glue and place it directly on the natural lash, without smoothing or wiping over the patch. on the patch, to avoid accelerating drying and altering hold.
6. Continue the application, isolating each lash and avoiding baby lashes.

Why does the outfit still pose a problem?

If, despite all these precautions, the fit remains unsatisfactory, there are several possible causes:

• Hormonal factors (menopause, pregnancy)
• Excessive sweating or sebum production
• General fatigue or taking medication
• Allergies (watery eyes)
• Excessive contact with water within 48 hours of installation
• Use of make-up, creams or fatty oils (including anti-wrinkle creams)
• Etc.

Now that you know all the reasons and tips, it's your turn to play!

The Velvet Extension team