Brow Lamination + Lash Lift Info
 
everything you need to know for your upcoming brow lamination or lash lift!
900 W Armitage #2E
Chicago, IL 60614
 
Consider this your all-questions-answered manual for your time in our esthetician's chair!
If you have a question you can't find the answer to, please email spraetan@gmail.com.
 
Brow Lamination
 
What is Brow Lamination?
Brow lamination involves straightening and lifting the hairs using a solution (we use a Vegan, TGA FREE – this means no thioglycolic acid or its derivatives) which allows the hairs to have more flexibility to move them into your desired shape, therefore covering any gaps or stray areas.
 
After your natural brow hairs are straightened, a fixing solution is applied to keep the hairs straight, as well as a tint if desired. The result is fuller-looking brows that stay in place when brushed into shape, lasting around 6-8 weeks.
 
Brow lamination rules:
The first 24-48 hours post brow lamination:
~ KEEP your brows DRY! No sweating, no humidity and avoid direct sunlight. Even you are feeling nervous like wow these brows are bold.…. resist the urge!
Keeping your brows dry for the first 24 hours can help your service last as long as possible.
~ Use a moisturizing serum daily on brows (after 24hrs).
~ Do not apply make-up or receive any other eye treatments for at least 24hrs after your treatment.
~ Avoid swimming/sauna for 24hrs.
~ Avoid the temptation to over touch the brow area after treatment.
~ Do not allow prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or heat (sun beds, saunas, steam room)
~ DO NOT apply Retin-A, AHA, or exfoliate around brow area for three days after treatment.
~ No self tanning products should be used on the face for two days after treatment. If you received a spray tan prior to your lamination apt. you should wait at least 5 days after to receive treatment. 

You will leave the service with:
+ A mascara brush - please brush your brows into shape daily to keep the hairs organized and groomed. I highly recommend using a brow gel to keep smooth and nicely shaped.

Brow lamination is booked every 8 weeks recommended NOT every 4-6!
book like this:
Every 4 week - tint+wax
Every other appointment (8 weeks) - add brow

Do not book if any of these contraindications apply to you:
*psoriasis/eczema
*recent eye surgery
*alopecia
*recent micro-pigmentation (must wait at least 6weeks)
*recent henna tinting (must wait at least 4 weeks)
*sunburn
*ultra sensitive skin
*blood thinners
*pink eye
*brow growth serum
*scar tissue in treatment area
*pregnant/breast feeding
*on retinol, AHA, Accutane, BHA ect…

**** We recommend discontinuing the use of prescription retinol, accutane, ect for 3 months prior to booking your eyebrow lamination service.

**** For over the counter retinoids and exfoliators we recommend stopping the use 10 days prior to your brow lamination service.
 
 

 
Lash Lift
 
What is a Lash Lift?
Want in on a little secret that can help make your eyes look more awake? Lash lifting is your answer! Using Elleebana solution and a custom rod fit perfectly to your natural lashes, this 2-step process leaves them perfectly curled and separated for up to 6-8 weeks! 
 
This is an ideal service to upgrade with a lash tint, especially for our blonde clients out there! This service takes 60+ minutes and your eyes will be closed the entire time, so please plan accordingly! 
 
Lash lift rules:
Coming to your lash lift appointment:
~ Come with clean eyes, no mascara or eye makeup
~ If you wear contacts, you can leave them in if you feel comfortable having your eyes closed for a long period of time. If not, please bring a case with solution in order to take them out during the service or come wearing your glasses.
~ This service will be 60+ minutes long, so expect to have your eyes closed for the majority of this hour.
 
The first 24 hours post lash lift:
~ Keep your eyelashes dry for at least 24 hours post lift. Keeping your lashes dry for the first 24 hours can help your service last as long as possible.
~ Do not apply mascara or receive any other eye treatments for at least 24hrs after your treatment.
~ Do not use an eye mask to sleep within the first 24 hours.
~ Avoid swimming/sauna for 24hrs.
~ It is okay to lightly sweat post lash lift. Just make sure you do not need to get your eyes wet after sweating.
~ In order to keep your lash lift as long as possible, it is extremely important to leave your lashes undisturbed during these first 24 hours. You don't want to alter the curl that our staff permed into your eyelashes!
 
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