Eyelash Extensions Articles

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

Why We’re So Obsessed With Sterilising Our Lash Tools

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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 somewhere for a treatment and … 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?

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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

Allergic Reactions to Eyelash Extensions – Can I Still Get Them?

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I first heard about eyelash extensions back in 2011 when they were still relatively new to Aussie shores. They were a popular beauty treatment in Russia, Japan and had been gaining traction in the US before coming to Australia. When I learned a little about them, I booked myself in for a treatment and was HOOKED. I completed my training … Read More

Wispy Lashes on the Gold Coast and Where to Get Them

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Have you seen those dreamy ‘wispy’ lashes on Pinterest and fallen head-over-heels in love with them? So have we! We love wispy eyelash extensions on the Gold Coast at The Lash Spa because we specialise in beautiful, natural lashes that don’t damage your own lashes. Here’s a photo of wispy lashes (not done by us) but just a good example … Read More

Lash Lifts: Why You Shouldn’t Get Them Before Eyelash Extensions

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Firstly, what is a Lash Lift? A lash lift is a process were the natural lashes are permanently curled and lifted to enhance your natural lashes. We’ve seen good lifts, bad lifts and some pretty horrendous lifts! Now I don’t want to stray too far from the topic at hand which is the reason why you shouldn’t get a lift … Read More