FAQ | Lashes By Sierra

FAQ's

What are eyelash extensions?

Eyelash Extensions are semipermanent lashes that are hand-glued onto your individual natural lashes. This creates a very customizable set.

Do eyelash extensions ruin your natural lashes?

A properly trained and certified lash artist knows how to appropriately select and apply lash extensions are are best suited for your lash health. Lash artist base this on the strength and length of your natural lashes. Your lash extensions should never hurt or cause breakage to your natural lashes.

How long do eyelash extensions last?

With proper application and home the adhesive will last anywhere from 6-8 weeks. However, you do lose 3-5 natural lashes on each eye everyday. After an average of about 3 weeks, most clients will come back for a fill to keep lashes looking full.

Can I wear makeup to my appointment?

Although we do provide a lash bath with every service. We ask that you come with a clean face. That means absolutely no mascara, eyeliner, or eyeshadow. Anything on your lids or lashes will affect the retention of the lash extensions. Anytime spent cleaning lashes will cut into you appointment and affect the amount of lashes that are applied.

Can you put mascara on your eyelash extensions?

I highly recommend staying away from mascara. You can cause lash extensions to break off due to the friction of trying to take mascara off. Mascara will also clump your lashes together, making them hard to clean. The eyelash extensions and the adhesive are both deep black so there's no need to apply mascara. however I do understand that despite times may occur so If you do decide to wear mascara please use an extension friendly mascara and only apply to tips of lashes.

Although there I extension safe mascara, I still don't recommend it.

How do I clean my eyelash extensions?

It is ideal to clean and brush your lashes/lash line daily. This prevents eye irritation, infection, blepharitis or other eye health issues. To clean your lashes, use cleansers the are specifically formulated for eyelash extensions. Other products may contain ingredients that may weaken the bond and cause lashes to fall out prematurely. If wearing make up, use oil-free pads and swipe downward gently.