Are Classic Lash Extensions Still Trending?

The beauty industry is still riding the trend toward natural, understated looks. More and more women are choosing nude manicures, their natural hair color, and makeup that’s mostly just brow gel and a little concealer to cover minor flaws. So our answer is a definite YES.

There’s a myth that lash extensions always look obvious and unnatural. Sure, volumes like 4-5D will always be visible to the naked eye. But for anyone who wants a natural look with just a little extra definition, classic extensions are ideal.

Classic extensions before and after

Is classic lash extension still trending?

Classic vs. volume

Classic extensions mean bonding one extension to each natural lash. This method follows the natural growth of the lashes, and by playing with thickness, length, and curl you can create different effects, correct the eye shape, and reshape the gaze.

Volume means bonding a fan of two or more extensions to one natural lash. Read more about the types of volume in this article.

Classic lash map (swipe the gallery)

Work by Ina Mandl
Work by Ina Mandl

Classic set in brown lashes, before and after (swipe)

Work by Ksenia Borisova
Work by Ksenia Borisova
Work by Ksenia Borisova
Work by Ksenia Borisova

Classic 1D extensions in photos

Classic lash map in a D curl

Classic lash map in a C curl

Classic sets usually use 0.10, 0.12, or 0.15 thickness, sometimes 0.07.

Classic set in a C curl, 0.12 thickness

Classic set in a C+ curl, 0.10 thickness

Classic set in C and C+ curls, 0.07 thickness

Classic is the foundation that every other technique grows from. It’s always versatile, and it plays up and enhances each client’s natural features.

And so your photos sell your work without a word, see also:

How to photograph lashes the right way

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