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There are so many different types of eyelash extensions available, it can be difficult to know what to choose for your clients. We’re going to explain some of the differences between the main types of lash extensions – silk, synthetic, faux-mink and mink.   Silk Lash Extensions Silk lashes are a great mid-weight lash option that tend to suit a range of different clients. They’re much softer and more porous than synthetic lashes and therefore tend to last a bit longer, being a much better option if a client has fine or weak lashes. As with other types of lashes...

  Here at NZ Lashes, we are all about being resourceful. So, we got to thinking of how our Under Eye Pad collection can be used for more than just lash extensions. Take a pair of the gel pads home and keep them on hand for after a long day. Pop them under your eyes and enjoy the Vitamin E and Aloe moisturising treatment! What about waking up and relieving tired eyes? They work then just as well. You might find they help any under-eye circles too. Wear them while applying eye makeup to prevent any makeup from getting under...

Before you start applying lashes on paying clients you need to ensure that you’ve had the right training, that you’re using quality lash extension products, and that you’re fully insured. You also need to have put in the practice to ensure that you feel confident and at ease with working so closely with a client (and their eyes). With this in mind, it’s always good to have a little refresher from time to time so we’ve put together our top tips for applying lash extensions – these are by no means comprehensive and always refer to your lash training if...

Whether you just want to brush up your knowledge or impress clients with your understanding of the area you work in, here are some handy facts about eyelashes that you can use to demonstrate your knowledge as needed: 1. The average person loses one to five lashes daily Some people will lose less, some will lose more. With a growth cycle of around 3 months – a much shorter cycle than the hair on your head – lashes will never grow as long as head hair! Remember, lashes grow in three periods: anagen (active growth period), catagen (transitional period) and...

When working with adhesive and client eyes, it’s important to ensure that safety comes first. Here are our top tips for ensuring that your client’s lash experience remains safe and comfortable: 1. Test test test (and if in doubt test again!)A client may tell you that it’s fine, they’ve never had a reaction before when having lashes elsewhere, or you may have used the same product time and time again for different clients. That doesn’t matter – you should always patch test a new client for everyone’s peace of mind and comfort.   2. Know your productsMake sure you know...