If you’ve followed the beauty industry for any length of time, you know that the world of cosmetic enhancements is constantly changing. Trends rise and fall. New techniques are developed, and existing methods are re-branded or repackaged. This can all make it difficult for a newbie to keep up with all the latest innovations in the world of beauty services.
Now, when it comes to volume eyelash extensions, there are many different options from which to choose. In this article, we’ll be exploring some of the most common styles of eyelash extensions and what each one has to offer.
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Individual Eyelash Extensions
Individual eyelash extensions are the most basic style of eyelash extensions. These types of extensions are applied to each individual eyelash, one at a time, and can be used to create a very natural, understated look.
Individual eyelash extensions are great for clients who want to enhance the appearance of their natural lashes but without really getting a dramatic transformation.
Classic Eyelash Extensions
Classic eyelash extensions are similar to individual eyelash extensions in that they are applied to each individual natural lash. Classic eyelash extensions also use a single strand of synthetic hair. However, the hair is woven into a mesh band and applied to all of the client’s natural lashes, one row at a time.
Classic eyelash extensions are a great choice for clients who want a natural, but visible transformation. They’re also a great option for clients with short lashes, as the woven hair is less likely to damage natural lashes than individual extensions.
Volume Eyelash Extensions
Volume eyelash extensions do exactly as the name suggests: add volume and length to each individual natural lash. This creates a dramatic, noticeable transformation of the client’s eyes.
Volume eyelash extensions are applied with multiple synthetic hair strands woven together to create a thicker band. They’re a great option for clients with naturally short or sparse lashes looking for a dramatic transformation of their eyes.
Coiled Eyelash Extensions
Coiled eyelash extensions are similar to volume extensions in a couple of ways. They add dramatic length and volume to each individual natural lash, are also great for clients with short lashes, and are applied with multiple synthetic hair strands,
However, the strands are not woven together. Instead, they’re wrapped around the natural lash like a coil. This creates a longer and thicker extension.
How Eye Shape Affects Choice of Eyelash Extensions
As you can see, there are several different styles of eyelash extensions. With so many options to choose from, how can you decide which one is right for you? Well, one good way to narrow down the choices is to think about your eye shape.
Not all eye shapes are equally suited to all types of eyelash extensions.
For instance, eyelash extensions applied with thicker strands are more likely to create a lifted or rounder eye shape. Eyelash extensions applied with thinner single strands are less likely to create a rounder eye shape.
With that said, choosing the best style of eyelash extensions for your particular eye shape comes down to proportion. You want your lashes to be neither too long nor too short. If your lashes are too long, they might appear fake or out of proportion with the rest of your facial features. If your lashes are too short, they might not be long enough to look natural or meet your eyelash enhancement goals.
The Bottom Line
To get the most out of your eyelash extensions and achieve a result that is natural and long-lasting, it’s important to understand all of your options.
There are many different factors to consider when choosing between the various styles of lash extensions. Understanding these differences will help you choose a style that works best for you, allowing you to achieve the look you’re going for.