What length to choose for eyelash extension?
There is no limit to perfection - almost every representative of the fair sex thinks so, and that is why she is constantly striving to improve her appearance. Today this is not a problem at all. There are many techniques, techniques, drugs, the use of which helps girls to emphasize their beauty. One of the most popular of these is eyelash extensions.
Many girls emphasize and make their eyes more expressive with this simple procedure. But is everything that simple and safe? If you have already decided on this, you need to familiarize yourself with all the related information, and preferably start with the length of eyelashes that suits you best.
Why is it important?
The length of eyelash extensions is a very important factor, one of the main ones that you should pay attention to when undergoing this procedure. Everything is very simple:
- it depends on how natural and natural the hairs on the eyes will look;
- long hairs can cause discomfort and soreness in the eyes.
And also the duration of their wearing depends on the length of the extended hairs.
The longer they are, the faster they begin to fall out, which means that the correction will be needed much more often.
Types of eyelashes by length
The use of hairs of one length or another helps to achieve a certain effect and volume.
The length of eyelash extensions is very different - from 6 to 20 mm. Of course, there are options from 20 to 25 mm. But such hairs are extended exclusively for a short time, for example, for a photo shoot. They can be worn for a maximum of 2 days, after which it is better to remove them so as not to harm the eyes and natural eyelashes.Let's take a closer look at each of the existing groups of eyelash extensions that differ in their length.
Short
The hairs from 6 to 9 mm are considered short. The minimum length is 6 mm. Such small eyelashes are the closest in length to natural. They are used in the procedure when filling the lower eyelid or simply in case you need to make the upper row of eyelash extensions thicker.
The hairs 8 and 9 mm long are placed directly on the upper eyelid.
Average
This group of eyelash extensions includes hairs of 10, 11, 12 and 13 mm. This is the most popular and optimal length of the extension material. These eyelashes look very beautiful, naturally. Plus, they will not harm natural eyelashes in any way, they will not cause discomfort. This option is ideal for those who have strong and well-groomed native hairs, with a length of 5 to 7 mm.
Long
These are the extensible hairs of 14, 15 and 16 mm. They are not recommended by professional cosmetologists for everyday wear. The longest eyelashes, although they create incredible volume, length and make the look especially expressive, are quite fragile.
And also their constant presence has a bad effect on the "native" hairs.
Extra long
Yes, there are also such extensible eyelashes - more than 17 mm. The maximum length of ultra-long eyelashes today is 25 mm. Of course, not a single master will raise his hand to build up such for daily wear. A large and voluminous mass of hairs grows exclusively for a couple of hours, after which they must be removed.
Before going to the salon and extending eyelashes, it is advisable to familiarize yourself with information about them on the Internet or using any other source, look at tables of eyelash sizes, their possible length, thickness and bend.
Combination with other parameters
In addition to the length of eyelash extensions, you must also take into account their other parameters, such as thickness and curvature.
Bend
This parameter of artificial hairs, like the length, is responsible for how the eyes will look in the future. In modern cosmetology, 8 types of bends are used.
- J - very rarely chosen. It is not very expressive, only slightly lifts natural hairs.
- B - looks as natural as possible, not very noticeable, only slightly lifts natural eyelashes.
- C is the most popular. If the extension is performed by a professional, with the help of such a bend, you can achieve an excellent result, correct absolutely any type of eyes. It looks beautiful and natural.
- D - suitable for those who have thin, straight hairs and overhanging eyelids.
- M - this can be preferred only if the "native" cilia are omitted.
- U - Suitable for creating a very bright look. These hairs are used to create the so-called "doll look".
- L is ideal for those girls whose eyes are set deep or close to each other.
- L + - suitable for the owners of the impending century.
- L ++ - will help to visually correct the shape of the eye and its section.
Thickness
This parameter of eyelash extensions is different. The thickness of artificial hairs is from 0.03 to 0.25 mm. According to this parameter, eyelashes are divided into three groups:
- ultra-thin - 0.03-0.07 mm;
- thin - 0.08-0.15 mm;
- thick - 0.16-0.25 mm.
When choosing the thickness of eyelash extensions, you also need to take into account many factors, but first of all - the condition and length of natural hairs.
All of these aforementioned parameters, such as the length, thickness and curvature of artificial eyelashes, are important and related to each other. To achieve an excellent result, you need to take into account the opinion of the master who will carry out the procedure, and not only your own desires.
Selection Tips
Earlier in the article, we determined that eyelash extensions must look as natural as possible. In order to achieve this effect, you need to choose the right length. So, There are several important factors to consider when choosing the length of your eyelash extensions.
Face shape
The length of the hairs can emphasize the advantages and hide the flaws in appearance. Each face is unique. Here are some tips from professional eyelash extensions:
- oval face - you can use even the longest hairs to build up, highlighting the outer corner of the eye;
- round face - medium-length artificial eyelashes, evenly distributed along the natural hair growth line, are suitable;
- diamond-shaped face - extremely long cilia will look spectacular;
- square face - for owners of this face shape it is better to focus on the volume and density of eyelashes, but in no case on the length - here long eyelashes will look ugly;
- triangular face - it is advisable to use not too long hairs.
Eye shape and depth
Extended eyelashes can both enlarge and reduce the shape of the eyes. Here are some tips:
- for round in shape and close-set eyes, medium-length cilia are suitable;
- deep-set eyes are best highlighted using long eyelashes;
- bulging eyes will look beautiful and natural if you use a material with a maximum length of 6 mm when building up.
Condition of natural eyelashes
If your cilia are not very thick and short, then it is very risky to build up long and thick hairs on them. There is a chance that the look will not be expressive - artificiality will become visible, and your eyelashes will suffer.
Purpose and extension period
For what purpose and for what period eyelashes are extended is a very important factor. If the extension is short-term, for example, for some kind of celebration or photo session, you can choose the longest eyelashes or even multi-colored ones. But for every day, it is advisable to use cilia of different lengths, combine, but their length should not exceed 14 mm.
Undoubtedly, it is best to perform the extension procedure in a professional salon... Here you will be consulted, the master will help you choose the right material in terms of thickness.
An extension specialist will easily be able to choose the most suitable volume and length of artificial hairs for the client.
And also don't forget about the material. It must be of high quality, otherwise there is a possibility of allergic reactions after undergoing the procedure. A professional lashmaker must have certificates confirming the origin of the material. The higher the quality of the artificial hairs, the more expensive the extension procedure will be.
Now such a procedure is offered by a lot of salons, it has been worked out and has an excellent result. Of course, this can be achieved if the client and the master make the right choice of all the above parameters.
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