Ritual

Retention is a ritual

Water is fine after 24 hours. Oil is not. Sleep on silk. Book the fill before you need it.

Aftercare

The timeline

Follow the map. The ritual protects the work.

First 24 Hours

Do

Keep lashes completely dry

Don't

No water, steam, sweat, tears

Do

Sleep on your back

Don't

No side/stomach sleeping

Do

Use the provided lash wand gently

Don't

No mascara, no curling

Do

Take antihistamine if eyes water

Don't

No rubbing or touching

Days 2–5

Do

Water is fine — cleanse daily

Don't

No oil-based cleansers

Do

Lash bath with designated foam

Don't

No regular face wash on lashes

Do

Pat dry, don't rub

Don't

No cotton pads (fibers catch)

Do

Brush morning and night

Don't

No sleeping on wet lashes

Ongoing Ritual

Do

Silk pillowcase — always

Don't

Cotton catches and pulls

Do

Daily lash bath (30 sec)

Don't

Skip cleansing = buildup = mites

Do

Brush after shower + before bed

Don't

Fingers = oils = breakdown

Do

Book fill at 2–3 weeks

Don't

Wait until 50% gone = full set price

What ruins retention

The kill list

These eight things destroy retention. Avoid them and your map holds.

Oil-based anything

Makeup remover, moisturizer, sunscreen, serum — oil dissolves adhesive.

Sleeping face-down

Mechanical shear. Lashes bend, adhesive fractures, extensions shed.

Waterproof mascara

Removal requires oil. The wand pulls extensions. Just don't.

Lash curlers

Mechanical kink. Extensions snap at the base. Your natural lashes too.

Picking / pulling

One pulled extension takes 3–5 natural lashes with it. Permanent damage.

Heat / steam rooms

Sauna, hot yoga, opening oven — heat softens adhesive. 48h post-set = critical.

Skipping fills

Grown-out extensions twist natural lashes. Weight shifts. Breakage follows.

Cheap adhesive elsewhere

Foreign fills = unknown glue. Val can't warranty. +$20 remap fee.

Fill Schedule

Book the fill before you need it

The fill calendar is the retention ritual. Same map, new growth. Val remaps only where growth demands it.

TimelineStatusRetentionAction
Week 2Ideal fill window85–95%Book now — easiest, fastest, cheapest
Week 3Standard fill70–85%Still a fill. Slightly longer appointment.
Week 4Extended fill50–70%Longer appointment. May need partial reset.
Week 5+New set required<50%Full removal + new map. Full set pricing.
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Pre-Care

Before your appointment

Clean Face

No eye makeup. No mascara. No curl. No moisturizer on eye area. Just clean skin.

Contacts Out

Remove contacts before arrival. Bring your case and glasses.

No Caffeine

Skip coffee 2h before. Caffeine = eye twitch = harder isolation.

Allergies Disclosed

Latex? Adhesive sensitivity? Tell Val at booking. Patch test available.

Photos Ready

Optional: clear photos of current lashes (both eyes open/closed) sent before.

Arrive On Time

15-min grace. Late arrival = shortened service or reschedule. Deposit applies.

FAQ

Common questions

Can I get them wet?
Yes — after 24 hours. Daily cleansing with lash foam is required for retention.
Can I wear mascara?
No. Mascara removal requires oil and mechanical action — both destroy adhesive.
Do they ruin my natural lashes?
Not when mapped correctly. Correct weight, correct isolation, correct aftercare = healthy naturals.
How long do they last?
Natural lash cycle is 60–90 days. Fills at 2–3 weeks keep the map intact indefinitely.
Is it safe during pregnancy?
Yes — adhesive is formaldehyde-free. Patch test recommended. Disclose at booking.
What if I have a reaction?
Rare. Val carries medical-grade remover. Removal is immediate and free if reaction occurs.
Can I bring my own music?
Absolutely. The studio is quiet by default. Your playlist, your volume.
Do you do bottom lashes?
Yes — as an add-on. Book time for it. Adds 20–30 minutes.
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