FAQs

What are Eyelash Extensions?

Eyelash Extension are a semi-permanent and painless method to enhance your lashes fuller, longer, thicker and curlier! Each fiber is adhered to your natural lash, strand by strand, with medical grade adhesive that is produced in a FDA-certified facility in the US. It is the most sterile on the market today.

 

 

How long do they last?

Typically, Eyelash Extensions last approximately 2-4 weeks and may vary for each individual. Factors such as the ones below may lessen the life of your extensions.

Natural Process of Shedding: Naturally, every hair on our body follows a specific growth cycle, including our eyelashes. Our body sheds skin and hair, including our natural lashes, every 1 to 4 months. It typically takes between 1 to 2 months to fully replace an eyelash. We do not have control of this as this is a way for your body to renew itself. Also, each natural lash has a different life cycle. One lash may grow faster than the one next to it.

Facial Services, Steamers & Saunas: Avoid acidic facials such as Chemical, Alpha and/or Beta Hydroxy peels as it will dissolve the adhesive bond. Make sure your facial cleanser ingredients do not include any acids. Steamers and Saunas should also be avoided as well.

Oily Skin: The golden rule to remember to prolong the life of your extensions is any type of oil, including oil that your skin produces, is the natural enemy of the adhesive bond. Cleansing daily is a must. Use an oil-free makeup remover to cleanse the eyes and lashes gently with a lint-free brush or pad. When washing your face, wash around the eyes as your facial cleanser may contain oil and pat dry.

Side & Stomach Sleepers: Even if you do not have any Eyelash Extensions on, you will notice more shedding on the side you sleep on making your lashes sparse. As professionals, we will try to make your extensions even as possible.

Having a tendency to Pull, Touch, and/or Rub eyes: Pulling on lashes may damage your natural lashes from growing. If you constantly touch your lashes, you may be transferring oil to your lashes and oil will loosen the adhesive bond. Because the lashes are so light in weight, some clients forget that they have Eyelash Extensions on and may rub their eyes. Please refrain for pulling, touching, or rubbing the eyes to prolong the life of your Eyelash Extensions.

Mascaras, Eyeliners, Heat Curlers & Manual Eyelash Curlers: After getting Eyelash Extensions, most clients do not have the need to wear mascara or eyeliner and it is not recommended, but if want a more dramatic look, only use mascara and eyeliner that is formulated for Eyelash Extensions. For mascara, apply a very thin coat to the tip of your lashes. Never use waterproof mascaras, heat curlers and manual lash curlers as it will damage the extensions.

 

 

What is the application process like and how long is it?

Before your session begins, a consultation is arranged with our lash stylist to create a special style depending on your eye shape and natural lash. Decisions you make will be the lash fiber, curl, length, and style. You will then lay down in our plush bed where your technician will be seated behind you. Your eyes will be closed for the entire process and as most client do, you may even fall asleep. For a 1D (classic) new set, it may take up to 2 hours or less depending on your natural lashes. Most clients are completed after an hour and a half. For faster service, please arrive 15 minutes prior to your appointment time to fill out your intake form and free of any makeup around the eyes. Having any mascara or eyeliner residue may prevent the adhesive to adhere.

 

 

What is the recommendation for refills?

Depending on your natural growth and how well the extensions are maintained, we recommend refills (touch-ups) every 2 to 3 weeks.

I wear contacts, will it still be safe?

Wearing contacts during the application process is perfectly safe. The extension is not applied to the skin, but just to your natural lashes. If you still feel uneasy, no problem as we have contact cases and solution for your convenience.

 

 

What kind of products do you use?

Extensions: Snooty Shoppe only uses the best quality products. We offer two different types of extensions: Silk & Mink. Mink is the most popular choice as it is softer, lighter in weight, more flexible, and comes in 5 different thicknesses and curls.

Adhesive: Our adhesive is produced in a FDA-certified facility in the US. Versus the traditional liquid adhesive most spas use, our adhesive is a gel-type that creates a seamless application and provides clients more flexibility. It also contains no formaldehyde. Your lashes will never sound crunchy and have black flakes fall off when brushing, just nice and smooth. If you have sensitive eyes, we have you covered with our Fume-Free adhesive also in gel-type produced in the same FDA-certified facility in the US. Just to further ensure no irritation occurs for sensitive eyes, we have silicone under eye patches.

 

 

Is your salon safe and clean?

Definitely! Linens are changed out and we sanitize our implements before we start on any new client. All technicians are under strict orders to sanitize their hands before touching clients as well. We hate germs!

 

 

Can I transfer to your salon for a refill / touch up? 

Yes, but a consultation is preferred. At the time of your appointment, one of our techs will examine your extensions. If we believe your existing extensions are in bad condition, we will recommend them to be removed and a fresh new set to be applied another time.