WHY EYELASH EXTENSIONS ARE TOTALLY WORTH IT (A FUN LOOK AT THEIR GLAMOROUS HISTORY)!

Eyelash extensions are one of the most popular beauty enhancements of the past few years. This semi-permanent procedure gives extra volume to your lashes, making your eyes pop-out.

Seena Owen in Intolerance (1916) – the first recorded wearer of lash extensions.

Eyelash extensions are, in fact, nothing new in the world of beauty. They have been around since 1916. It all started with Seena Owen, a silent film actress, who was given longer eyelashes to make her eyes stand out for the movie “Intolerance”. They were made by a human hair wig producer, which were, you guessed, made by human hair. This is the first recording of the “modern”  lashes extensions. Of course, in the 19th century, people were more  fond of “extreme” procedures. A 1882 report from Paris claimed that women were sewing hairs into the eyelids to make their lashes look bigger. Thankfully, the techniques have improved a lot since that time. In fact, the eyelash extensions as we know them today emerged in South Korea, in the early 2000s. Today’s techniques imply  more precision and attention to the details and they became more customizable to the shape of the eye. More than often, the eyelash technician and the customer have a consultation before application, to ensure the best result. Additionally, eyelash extensions nowadays are coming in various sizes, styles and colors and are made of different materials, from natural to synthetic fibers.

Thus, we decided to put together a list of 5 reasons why you should try out lashes and their benefits.

1. THEY ARE TIME-EFFICIENT!

Eyelash extensions can save you a lot of time when getting ready. Whether you're going to a special event or to work, lashes are a crucial step in your routine. Lash extensions enable you to skip mascara application or even your whole eye makeup. Time is really important, and it should be saved if you have the possibility.

2. THEY BOOST YOUR CONFIDENCE!

With eyelash extensions, you can literally say, “I woke up like this.” They are an effortless way of always feeling confident with your looks, making your eyes pop out much better than regular mascara. Additionally, you are stress-relieved if you do not have time to get ready in the morning or you are on vacation.

3. THEY ARE CUSTOMIZABLE!

When it comes to eyelash extensions, there are plenty of options to choose from according to your natural features. You can go for single lashes to volume lashes, as well as color. The length, thickness, or curl are adjusted according to your personal preferences. Eyelash extensions are customizable to achieve your desired look.

4. THEY ARE LONG-LASTING!

Eyelash extensions give your eyes a long-lasting glam. This can be very efficient, as you will not need to apply mascara or strip-on lashes every day. If taken care of properly, eyelash extensions can last several weeks or up to a month.

5. THEY ARE WATERPROOF!

Another advantage of eyelash extensions is that they are waterproof. As long as you wait at least 4 hours (or as long as your lash tech recommends) for the adhesive to dry, you can be stress-free regarding contact with water. You can fully enjoy beach days without worrying about the water, as the lashes will stay intact while you look fabulous!

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