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Getting the best retention from your clients lash extensions
There is nothing more frustrating when you do a beautiful set of lash extensions, then your client returns in two weeks time with hardly any lashes left.
We generally say within our training courses, that your client should come back for an infill and have 50% of lashes left on.
Anything less than 50% should really be classed as a full set as you just won’t get them full enough in the time thats booked out for an infill.
So how can you as a lash artist make sure your clients lashes have the best retention?
- It is all in the prep. If you don’t prep the natural lash right then the retention is going to be poor. This is on the full set of lashes or on an infill. To do this you need to make sure you use the KG Protein wipes on a full set. These protein wipes will clean the lashes and prime the natural lashes at the same time. Remember, you need to make sure you get right at the base of the lashes and make sure squeaky clean. A lot of lash artists just think of the top of the natural lashes, but we apply the lash extensions as close to the base as possible. So you need to make sure the lash line is clean.
- If your client is in for a lash infill, then you cannot use the protein wipes. You need to use the lash shampoo. This is the perfect product to use on clients and also for your clients to use at home in with there normal skincare routine. Read more about our lash shampoo, including how to use it here.
- Make sure your not applying lashes to long. If they are too long for the natural lash, they will be too heavy which means bad retention.
- Bond the lash correctly. Make sure you’re applying the lash extension flat to the natural lash and bond it at least 1mm to the base. If not bonded correctly to the natural lash they will not last well.
- Use the right amount of glue. Too much glue will cause you to have isolation issues as you will have a lot of “stickies” Plus will be irritating for the client. If you use not enough glue the bond will not be strong enough. Pick a glue that suits your lashing style. We have our red top glue which is our best seller and suits everyone at all experience levels. Then we have our platinum glue for experienced and fast lash artists. Then for those that love a clear glue, we also have our transparent glue.
- Give the correct aftercare. Aftercare with any beauty treatment is so important. In our training courses our educators make sure you are clear on all the aftercare you need to give your client and how to get it across. If you don’t stress the aftercare to your client, then how do they know how to look after that treatment and help the treatment last like it should?
Then how can your clients make sure they help have the best lash retention..
- Clients need to make sure they follow the aftercare at home that you have given them.
- Clients need to make sure they are washing their lashes regularly with the KG Lash Shampoo. If they come to see you for an infill appointment with clean lashes, this will give you more lashing time and better retention.
- If there is a problem with their retention, to contact you as soon as there is a problem so you can amend their appointment rather than not having enough time on their next appointment to fill them up.
Remember, good retention = happy client and happy lash artist.
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