Let’s talk about something that has been brushed off for far too long in this industry.
Losing natural lashes is not just part of getting extensions.
If you’ve been told:
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“That’s normal”
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“Your lashes are just shedding”
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“Extensions always cause some damage”
I want you to know lovingly, clearly, and confidently that this is not the truth.
And I’ll never pretend it is.
Where This Myth Came From
Somewhere along the way, lash loss became normalized. Not because it’s unavoidable, but because it became convenient to excuse.
Speed replaced precision.
Trends replaced technique.
Volume replaced care.
When rushed applications, improper isolation, incorrect weight selection, and poor education stack up, natural lashes suffer. Instead of slowing down and fixing the root problem, the industry found it easier to say, “That’s just how extensions are.”
That never sat right with me.
The Truth About Natural Lash Health
Here’s what I know after 12+ years as a master lash artist and educator:
Properly applied lash extensions do not cause lash loss.
Not thinning.
Not breakage.
Not bald spots.
When lashes are done correctly:
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Every natural lash is isolated
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Extension weight is appropriate for that specific lash
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Growth cycles are respected
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Adhesive is controlled and used intentionally
Your natural lashes should remain healthy, full, and intact, even with long-term wear.
If lashes are falling out because of extensions, something in the process is wrong.
Not your lashes.
Not your body.
The process.
What Lash Extensions Should Do
Extensions should:
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Enhance what you already have
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Protect your natural lashes
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Grow out seamlessly with proper fills
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Feel lightweight and comfortable
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Leave your natural lashes healthy underneath
They should never cost you your lash health in exchange for beauty.
That’s not a fair trade, and it’s not necessary.
Why We Refuse to Cut Corners
At our salon, lash health is not a buzzword. It’s the foundation of everything we do.
We:
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Customize every single set
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Use premium products only
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Apply lashes in a way that protects 100% of your natural lashes
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Continue our education regularly to stay current and skilled
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Say no to styles that would compromise your lash health
Even if a trend is popular.
Even if it’s requested.
Even if it means taking more time.
Because long-term results matter more than instant gratification.
What I Want You to Know as a Client
If you’ve experienced lash loss in the past, please hear this:
You didn’t fail at extensions.
Your lashes weren’t “weak.”
You weren’t being dramatic.
You were likely experiencing poor application, and you deserve better.
There are lash extensions that:
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Look full but natural
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Feel effortless
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Protect your lashes
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Support your lifestyle
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Age well over time
And that’s the standard we believe should be normal.
Raising the Standard (Together)
I love this industry. I love this craft. And I love the people who trust us with their eyes.
That’s why I believe in doing things the right way, even when it takes longer, costs more, or means saying no.
Because beauty should never come at the expense of your health.
And losing natural lashes will never be “just part of extensions” here.