FACT: You lose 2-3 natural lashes per eye everyday.

(Perhaps more depending upon a number a variants which include but are not limited to: personal hygiene, stress, sleep patterns, skin type, home/work environments, hormonal changes, and personal growth cycles).

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CRAP: "You have to wait 24 hours before you get your lash extensions wet".

((YOU DO NOT NEED TO WAIT 24 HOURS TO GET YOUR LASH EXTENSIONS WET. Gelly Gypsy is proud to use professional products which do not present the need to wait any amount of time after receiving lash extensions to shower or wet your extensions)).

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FACT: Lash fills are typically scheduled every 1-3 weeks.

In order to be considered a "fill" client you must maintain AT LEAST 40% of your lash set. Less than 40% of remaining lashes will result in the price of a full set. 

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CRAP: "You can use baby shampoo to wash your lashes".

((PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE NEVER WASH YOUR EXTENSIONS WITH ANYTHING OTHER THAN LASH SHAMPOO PROVIDED TO YOU AT THE TIME OF YOUR LASH SESSION OR UPON APPROVAL FROM YOUR LASH ARTIST)).

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FACT: You should wash (with shampoo brush), rinse, pat dry, brush and fan dry your lashes at least once a day  to maintain open fans & healthy lash lines.

Skipping any of theses steps could lead to poor retention rates, styes, blepharitis, or conjunctivitis or other serious eye infections. I highly recommend purchasing a Lash Care Kit before you leave the salon.

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CRAP: "Lash Extensions damage your natural lashes".

((Truthfully this is the most offensive of all the myths surrounding lash extensions and lash extension culture. Properly trained Lash Professionals do NOT cause damage to natural lashes during lash extension procedures)).

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FACT: You should discontinue the use of mascara a few days prior to your lash appointment and should fully discontinue mascara use after you have been lashed or until your lash extensions are removed.

Mascara can cause build up of oil and debris on lash extensions and even damage the bond of glue used to hold your extensions in place.

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CRAP: "You can't get lash extensions if you wear contacts."

((MAJOR CRAPOLA! Although it is true you should be prepared to wear your glasses before your lash appointment this is just a precautionary measure taken to prevent a possible chemical reaction with lash adhesives. You are free to return to contacts as soon as we are finished with the service)).

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FACT: Lashing takes TIME!

Please be prepared to stay a while for a wonderful lash nap where you will wake up feeling divine. I will provide blankets and pillows but it's best if you provide your own entertainment. Spotify, Youtube, Podcasts, Binaural Beats, what ever keeps your peace and happiness. 

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CRAP: "You don't have to rinse your lash shampoo."

((Yes you absolutely do if you want to maintain your retention)).

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FACT:   You should avoid caffeine for a minimum of 3-5 hours prior to your lash appointment.

The slightest movements cause  great duress when you're aiming for "micro targets".

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CRAP: "Lash Extensions last 6 weeks+++".

FACT:  LASH EXTENSIONS ARE A TEMPORARY SERVICE THAT

REQUIRE REGULAR MAINTENANCE!

1-3 week fills are suggested  due to the length  of a healthy natural lash cycle. (Thats right! Your body shed's and regenerate at their own rate much like skin cells! This process typically takes 6-8 weeks to complete). 

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