What is a Lash Extension?

A Lash Extension is a single fiber that is applied on ONE of your natural lashes.  This process of one-to-one application is repeated 100-300 times PER eye (depending on the client's natural lashes), until a longer, thicker, fuller look is achieved.  This process requires exact technique and does not harm your natural lashes.

These ARE Lash Extensions: Single fibers.

These are NOT Lash Extensions.  

So, Why does it matter?

Lash Extensions:

• Do Not Harm your natural lashes when applied correctly
• Should be applied by a skilled, certified lash artist.
• Usually cost more than "individuals," "flares," or "strips," but that's because it takes time and skill to apply them.  

Know the Facts and make informed decisions about your lashes!  You deserve only the BEST for your eyes.

Get The FACTS!

Ladies, the difference between NovaLash Lash Extensions and the other options are the market should be clear! Here are the facts:

1. NovaLash's Platinum Bond adhesive is medical grade, manufactured in the U.S.A. and does not contain latex or formaldehyde.  It is safe and strong! 
2. NovaLash Lash Extensions are applied one-by-one.  Which means that each one of your natural eyelashes is extended with a single lash extension, giving your somewhere between 100-300 individual Lash Extensions. This technique does not harm your natural eyelashes.
3. Lash Artist experience matters!  Many clients comment about how easy it looks to apply lash extensions.  I'm not just saying this...It's NOT EASY!  In fact, anyone who wants to try it, should ask me (or your NovaLash artist) if you can try to apply a lash or two.  Improper techniques can cause damage.  Don't compromise your eyes!  I am an ADVANCED CERTIFIED NOVALASH Lash Artist.  You're in good hands. 
4. NovaLash is the #1 Lash Extension Brand on the Market.  It is a celebrity choice lash extension, as well as the choice of hundreds of thousands of people around the world. 

Now, go get your LASH ON!!!  

Do Your Lash Research

The Secret is Out and it's getting BIG!  Lash extensions are making the headlines everywhere--from talk shows, to reality shows, to celebrity gossip pages, to magazine covers (see Allure's February issue).

Top Three Things You should know about Lash Extensions as you're seeing and hearing all this hype:

A "Cat Eye" can be created with Lash Extensions

1. Not all lash extensions are created the same! Some brands of adhesives are not safe for your eyes.  NovaLash's Platinum Bond adhesive is a SAFE, MEDICAL-GRADE, adhesive, produced following FDA guidelines and is created without formaldehyde. 
2. Your lash artist matters!  Even if the best supplies are used, you should only trust your eyes to well trained lash artists, who take safety and sanitation seriously.                                     ***A Note To My Clients:  I am one of only three ADVANCED CERTIFIED LASH Artists in Ohio, and I have been awarded 2nd Place in the Lash Artist of the Year Competition ("Most Natural Lash").  You are in good hands.  
3.  You get what you pay for! Yes, you can get lashes from the mall for $30, but these are not quality eyelash extensions.  (See #1 and #2 above).  However, REAL lash extensions are placed one-by-one on each of your natural lashes.  Lash extensions are not clusters or flares of lashes glued on; they are INDIVIDUAL and there are hundreds of them placed on each eye.  Before you commit know what you are getting.  

 Lash extensions are the next big thing.  So, do your research!

Oh Baby, I'm Advanced Certified

I believe my Lash business success is a combination of two things: superior skills and a little swag.  For those of you who aren't familiar with the word, "SWAG," I like to describe it as a sassy confidence.  And my clients know--I've got a little DIVA swag in me for sure (ok, I'm a serious DIVA). I even wear an apron while doing lashes that pretty much spells it out.  Picture to come soon!

Back to the swag.  I've got it.  And now, I've got the ADVANCED NOVALASH Certification to back it up.  Yes, I've been Certified by NovaLash and I've done some schwankity lashes, but now I've got a few more tricks in my bag of lash skills.  I've been trained and approved by Sophia Navarro, world-wide lash guru and TOP NovaLash Extensionist from Houston, Texas.  Check her out HERE.  

So, come see me: the now Advanced Trained Lashionista.  I'll give you some super fab lashes--Promise!

The Lash Growth Serum Scoop

Since my blog post about Latisse, I've been fielding lots of questions from blog readers and clients about safety and health in lash growth products.  I am constantly asked:  Is there anything that can be applied to grow longer, fuller lashes naturally?  Well, there are a few things that may work for you.  Again, I'm not a medical doctor, but I am a Lashionista and I've seen a lot of lash products and a heck of a lot of lashes, which I think qualifies my two cents.

Lash + Doctor from NovaLash is the Safest Growth Serum on the market

My #1 choice for ladies who want longer, fuller, healthier lashes (WITH or WITHOUT NovaLashes) is Lash + Doctor, a product which is enriched with natural plant extracts, multivitamins, and peptides to help condition and protect lashes and brows.  It is completely safe for NovaLash extensions and does NOT contain any hormones, chemicals, or pharmaceuticals (like Latisse).  Lash + Doctor will not change the color of your eyes and is also safe for contact wearing ladies.

One bottle will last you SIX to EIGHT MONTHS!! (Which equals out to less than $20 per month! Latisse runs $100+ per month!!)

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Latisse: Is it Worth It?

Many clients have asked me about using Latisse, which is an FDA approved, prescription eyelash growth serum, or at least it is marketed as such.  Did you know that Latisse was actually developed to treat glaucoma?  Developers realized during clinical trials that lash growth was a side effect of the product, so it was repackaged and marketed for the lashes.

Although I'm not a medical doctor, I do have my opinions about the ways in which this product affects clients' lashes and pocketbooks (it can be used with or without lash extensions).  Here are a few of my thoughts--based on my experience as a lash artist combined with my own personal research:

1. It's risky.  I can ALWAYS tell if a client has used or is using Latisse.  The eyelids are irritated and there is evidence of strain on the skin.  It also can change the color of a client's eyes or eyelids.  
2. It's expensive.  Latisse will cost you about $120 per month. 
3. It's temporary. Stop using the product and your lashes return to "normal."
4. It doesn't look like mascara.  NovaLash extensions actually replace your mascara, so you don't have to worry about flakes, streaks, or caking on mascara.  With Latisse, you will most likely still use mascara and have the same costs and experiences associated with using it. 
5. Consumer Reports warns against it.  See this video for more information:

If you're in the market for longer lashes, be sure to check out ALL of your options. I'm a bit biased, but I really believe that NovaLash individual extensions are THE ABSOLUTE BEST WAY to safely get longer, fuller, thicker lashes.

Looking for Longer Lashes? Before You Buy, Check Out These Guidelines

Looking for longer lashes?  You may have heard about some cheaper ones at your salon or even at the mall.  Do NOT BE FOOLED!  Not all lash extensions are the same and some are even harmful.  Check out these guidelines Before deciding about your lash extensions.

NovaLash Adhesive is Award-Winning!

1.  Make sure the product is SAFE.  You should ask your Extensionist about what's in the adhesive, the safety standards followed in its development, and it's long term impact on your eyes and eyelashes.  Here's the scoop: Almost ALL of the lash adhesives on the market today contain cancer causing substances such as formaldehyde, EXCEPT NOVALASH!  This means that the adhesive that I will use to give your lashes a beautiful, thicker look, will not harm your eyes or lashes because NovaLash adhesive is pharmaceutical grade, FDA & doctor approved, and made in the U.S.A. (Super important, as most of the adhesives on the market are not regulated.  Scary stuff!)


2. Know the difference.  Lash extensions, lash strips, and lash clusters are not created equally.  Lash extensions (like NovaLash Extensions) are applied lash-to-lash.  This means that a single lash extensions is bonded to each lash individually, giving you a full, thick look.  Lash strips and clusters are meant to be worn for one day and usually last...well, they might not even last one day.  (Ever bought lashes from the cosmetic department for a special event/Halloween and had them hanging off and bothering you by the end of the night?)  Lash strips or clusters can also cause significant damage to your natural lashes and the sensitive eye area.  Do not put your beautiful eyes and natural lashes at risk.  Extensions are the Best way to get longer, fuller, thicker, lashes.(See my future post about lash extensions, strips, and clusters).

Lash-to-lash Application

3. Choose a Certified Extensionist.  Putting on lash extensions is not simple stuff, especially if you want it done well.  Right now, almost anyone can put lashes on and charge you for it. Wowzers!  Don't risk it with someone who doesn't have the training and education to safely apply extensions. Your Extensionist should follow safety and sanitation guidelines, and be very knowledgeable about the product and process.  Ask questions.  See her certificate.

Please feel free to EMAIL ME if you want more information about what you should look for in lash extensions.  I love NovaLash and I think it is the absolute BEST product on the market, but I would be happy to answer general questions about lash extensions and share my knowledge about the lash industry.