ISOLATION 3 WAYS

Proper isolation is what makes the lashes look good, feel good, and keeps the natural lashes growing healthy. Every single eyelash that is getting an extension needs to be isolated, but we understand that not all eyelashes cooperate the same. We’re covering a few ways to tackle isolation—some methods you’ll use every time, some situationally, and sometimes mix and match! 

USE YOUR TWEEZERS

First using both your tweezers to “brush through” the lashes to find an eyelash,  and second using one tweezer open to isolate a single lash from its neighbors allowing your other hand free to pick up and place. Using your tweezers is going to be the most efficient and how you get through the bulk of the lashes. You can also use your tweezers closed to push lashes to the side freeing one eyelash. PRO TIP: if you are having a difficult time getting those baby lashes out of the way, place a thin (.03) lash making it easier to handle. 

GET THOSE LASHES OUT OF THE WAY 

Typically when talking about isolating we are referring to one singe eyelash, but in fact if you can get a group or layer of eyelashes out of the way it can leave you with multiple eyelashes each isolated. Using tape or a second gel pad, lift and stick that top layer of lashes out of the way! In the case of a heavy natural lash line or multiple layers, you can use this method in addition to using your tweezers. You can apply this method before or after lashing the top layer!

FINGERS ARE TOOLS 

It can feel like we use our tweezers as extensions of our hands when lashing, and while they are a crucial tool, we can use our fingers too! I specifically like to isolate this way towards the end of the appointment to see those last few lashes, but you can utilize your hands at any point. Instead of sticking the lashes out of the way it’s just a lift and hold. Setting one tweezer out of the way, you can use your finger to lift the lashes, hold the lashes to the side, and manipulate the eyelid if you need a lift or stretch.