 About 4 years ago, I attended a Eyelash Extension Certification class. I was very excited at the possibilities of increasing my clientele but also meeting some very glamorous and fun people. After all, if you have looked into Eyelash Extensions for yourself..you have I am sure noticed how expensive this beauty enhancement can be. And how much maintenance it requires on the part of the client to take care of their purchase. The actual service of Eyelash Extensions were featured on "The Real Housewives Of Orange County" and the next thing you know...ladies in small towns were looking for it. So I went to my class and learned my new craft. Came back home and actually had a few clients..one of which was a drag queen ( knew I would me some fun glamorous people!!). But, the service never took off for me professionally. My clients loved their results, but hated the maintenance and lets face it..not many people have $150-$300 to drop down on their eyelashes every few weeks. Then every woman who craves long, sexy, and dreamy eyes got their prayers answered with the release of Latisse. I was working at a Dermatology Clinic at the time and I remember women were coming in so excited about starting the treatment they were applying it in the office to get a jump start! And Latisse does work...as long as you always use it. Unfortunately, you have to continue use of the product in order to maintain the results. Kinda like working out to keep your figure. Drag!!! And Latisse is over $100 for a 4-6 week supply on average. So, that adds up over time. Plus, the dreaded possible side effects that come with any Rx. But, do those side effects really stop us from accomplishing our beauty needs sometimes?...not really. The side effects that come with Latisse is originally attached to the active ingredient in Latisse.. Bimatoprost. This is in Glaucoma medications in a much higher percentage. The risks attached to Bimatoprost in Glaucoma meds have to follow into Latisse because of the same ingredient is used. In Latisse, the side effects can happen, but in very very rare cases. Now, the latest is Lash Enhancement in sweeping the nation! Lash Dip, 6 week Mascara!!! It won't smudge, give you raccoon eyes, or come off in water or sweat. So perfect lashes from when you wake up to when you go to sleep..or anything else you might do late at night. It is applied by a licensed certified professional and with proper maintenance, a 3 week touch up, and $350 and you too can have J-Lo lashes 24-7. What I think is really cool about this product is that the professional can customize how your lash line will look...cat eye, wide eye, or heavy line at the base. You can wear your own make up, but have to use water based make up remover. You cannot rub your eyes or scrub your make up off...so gentle is the word to keep in mind. I see this service being on a future episode of the "RHOMiami" or Atlanta, humidity is a pain in the rear when it come to looking fab! I don't see myself lining up for this service as I have so many other products that my $350 could go too! But, I am sure that some ladies and "ladies" will be lining up with multiple credit cards to charge their way to LASH HEAVEN. |
photo is of LashDip Before and Afters
