First and foremost, allergic reactions caused by lash extensions are extremely rare. It is important to understand the difference between an allergy and an irritation. The most common symptoms of a reaction are swollen eyes/eyelids, redness of the cornea and discomfort or itchiness around the eye area. These symptoms will most likely occur within 48 hours post-application and typically won’t … Read More
So you know you’re not supposed to get your eyelash extensions wet for 24 hours after they’re applied, but what if you really need to have a shower and you know you’re not going to get a single drop of moisture on them… is it ok then? Absolutely! Just be cautious with the heat of the shower as steam = … Read More
Should I get Eyelash Extensions for My Honeymoon? Lash extensions are undoubtedly super convenient, look gorgeous and can make you feel a million bucks. This is why they are the perfect option for a future bride wanting to simplify her wedding day routine or even for the honeymoon. Firstly, they’re a fantastic option because lash extensions can last up to … Read More
Are you looking for a safe, cruelty-free way to extend your natural lashes? You may be wondering if Eyenvy conditioner is vegan… As stockists of Eyenvy ourselves and huge animal activists, stocking vegan products is very important to us. We pride ourselves at The Lash Spa as being a vegan lash extension salon on the Gold Coast. So it would … Read More
Do I need a break from eyelash extensions? Lash extensions are a luxury and fortunately you can continue getting fills for as long as your natural lashes can handle it and you won’t need a break from eyelash extensions. However, if your lashes are applied incorrectly (too many extensions on the one natural lash/applied on the eyelid) it can cause … Read More
If you’re considering having eyelash extensions applied for the first time, you may have come across some news articles that look very scary. These articles feature women with swollen, puffy eyes and look terribly uncomfortable. When you come across these articles, it’s important to remember that these are extremely rare allergic reactions that do not at all represent the safety … Read More
Okay, I know that the headline of this article sounds pretty weird but if you hear me out for a second, you’ll see why we love meeting clients with damaged lash extensions. The client has seen the light… FIRSTLY, we’re happy that they’ve finally realised that their old salon was causing damage to their precious natural lashes. We love having … Read More
One of the questions we hear the most at The Lash Spa is “how soon can I shower?” and “can I get them wet”? If you’ve stumbled across this article and have the same question, stick around and you’ll learn everything you need to know about showering with 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
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
