A Complete Guide to Bat Those Beautiful Eyelash Extensions

Thick, long, dark eyelashes every single day sounds irresistible and achieving that without having to spend much time applying mascara on a daily basis truly sounds divine. You would have probably contemplated getting eyelash extensions in Hong Kong many a time. Unlike temporary lashes, these semi-permanent eyelashes looks real, customizable according to one’s own style, lasts from six to eight weeks with proper care, and are applied by a technician.

Top 9 things to check before choosing your technician at salon offering eyelash extension in HK:

1. Choose a reputable salon based on trusted personal references.
2. Check if your technician disinfects their hands properly and doesn’t touch the waste bin with their hands in between the procedure.
3. Make sure your technician wears a disposable mask and gloves and uses fresh bedding towels for every client.
4. Check with them if they use sterilized tweezers and disposable eyelash brushes.
5. Make sure they thoroughly clean the eye, eyelid, eyelashes, and upper cheek removing any oil before they begin.
6. Make sure they open the gel pads only when it is time to apply them.
7. Make sure they use new sticks to separate and comb the lashes.
8. Also, check if they dispose of glue rings after each customer.
9. Check if they use a lash adhesive that contains formaldehyde which can cause redness, irritation, itchiness, and swollen eyelids. Always, go for the one with butyl cyanoacrylate and octyl cyanoacrylate which are less toxic to the eye area.

Once you have chosen the right salon, half the work is done because the experts there will take care of the rest. They help you to decide on the type of material (synthetic mink or synthetic silk), density (the number of lashes say 80, 100, or 120), length (8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, or 14 mm), and curl (J, B, C, D) of your eyelash extensions considering your face shape, bone structure, skin tone, skin texture, and strength, thickness, and length of your natural lashes.

Do's and don’ts before and after eyelash extensions

1. Do not wear any makeup for your eyelash extensions appointment. Go with clean skin.
2. Wait for at least 24 hours after your appointment before you swim or shower as eyelash adhesives take around 12 to 24 hours to set in depending on the type that is used. Also don’t stay in the steam for too long.
3. Do not use mascara after getting your eyelash extensions in Hong Kong done because removing it at the end of the day can break your extensions. Avoid using cream-based eyeliners which often contain oils and waxes that can break down lash glue. During eye makeup, use oil-free pads and gently swipe downwards to get your lids and lashes clean.
4. Always use cleansers that are safe for eyelash extensions recommended by your lash technician.
5. Gently brush your lashes with a clean brush after you wake up, after every shower, and before sleeping at the end of the day as lashes can get tangled when sleeping or showering.
6. Sleep on your back or side and never on your stomach to prevent unnecessary tangling. Always use a silk pillowcase that is gentler on your eyelash extensions.

Now you have got a clear picture of eyelash extension. With that, it would be easier for you to find a specialist and decide upon your type of eyelash extensions in HK you need. Accentuate your eyelashes and rock!

Samaria Mathew works at a salon which specializes in offering eyelash extensions in Tsim Sha Tsui and other parts of Hong Kong.