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This is where you’ll find our latest lash and brow articles, along with occasional spa updates.

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Eyelash Extensions by The Lash Spa in Varsity Lakes

Varsity Lakes Eyelash Extensions

As most of you already know, we have just relocated to a completely revamped salon in Varsity Lakes! As soon as you walk through the doors into our tranquil reception area, you’ll notice the vintage, custom made, London-style phone booth situated in front of our signature flower wall (every instagramer’s dream). Don’t be shy! We highly encourage all clients to … Read More

Are Eyelash Extensions Safe?

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It occurred to me that after having this blog up and running for so long and being in the industry since 2011 – I have never answered the question ‘are eyelash extensions safe?’ In such a black and white way before. The simple answer is yes. Eyelash extensions are extremely safe and if you continue reading – I’ve broken it … Read More

Spray Tans with Eyelash Extensions – Everything You Need To Know

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Wondering if it’s safe to get a spray tan if you’ve got eyelash extensions on? The answer is yes, you can get spray tans with eyelash extensions. Something to consider is that you won’t be able to shower for 24 hours after the eyelash extensions have been applied. So this could affect your tanning schedule if you’ve got an upcoming … Read More

Can I Go To The Gym With Eyelash Extensions?

Going to the gym with your eyelash extensions is generally safe and won’t affect the longevity of your lashes… However, there are always exceptions to every rule and we want to dive a little deeper into the topic! Can you go to the gym with eyelash extensions? The answer is YES and NO. What the what? Keep reading… No, you … Read More

What’s the Minimum Age For Eyelash Extensions?

Lash Extensions for minor under 18

Are you under 18 and wondering what the minimum age for eyelash extensions is? Technically there are no laws around eyelash extensions in Australia and the minimum age for applying them. However, we go by what our public liability insurance company says and follow their rules. At The Lash Spa, we strictly do not apply eyelash extensions to anyone under … Read More

How We Sterilise Lash Tools

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How We Sterilise Lash Tools If you ever arrive to your Lash Spa appointment slightly early, you’ll notice that between every client we have a few practices that we NEVER skip doing… The first is… Changing the head linen between each client At The Lash Spa, we are obsessed with hygiene and think it’s just plain wrong when you go … Read More

Why Do My Lash Extensions Fall Out Faster On One Eye?

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It doesn’t matter if you’re new to the world of lash extensions or have been getting them for a decade – at some point, you’ll find that your lash extensions seem to be falling out faster on one eye. The answer isn’t black and white as to why this happens and if you keep reading you’ll see why! There are … Read More

Gold Coast’s Best Vegan Eyelash Extensions

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Are you an animal lover who wants to try eyelash extensions but find yourself worrying about the ethics? The Lash Spa is home to the best vegan eyelash extensions on the Gold Coast. Here’s a little more about it so you can make up your own mind! Firstly… What are vegan eyelash extensions? Vegan eyelash extensions are made from a … Read More

What Length Eyelash Extensions Should I Get?

Cats Eye Eyelash Extensions Gold Coast

So you’ve never had eyelash extension before but you want to try them out and don’t know what length to get? Never fear – by the end of this article you’ll know exactly what to ask for at your appointment. Eyelash extensions are a little different to hair extensions – when getting hair extensions it’s normal to look up photos … Read More

Our response to Eyelash Extension Warnings in the Media

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If you haven’t been a rock-dwelling creature for the last 5 years, you would have seen an exposè on the dangers of eyelash extensions either on as a video piece on the news or an online article. The piece is usually very one-sided and features a very sad, swollen pair of eyes and the words ‘DANGER’ and ‘WARNING’ splashed all … Read More

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