How To Handle Lash Lift Clients With Super Straight Lashes

While most clients come to you with naturally curly or wavy lashes, there are those that have been blessed (or cursed) with super straight lashes. In order to handle these lash lift clients, you’ll need patience, skill, and a few tips and tricks up your sleeve. Read on to learn how you can tame even the most stubbornly straight lashes and send your client out the door rocking a gorgeous lash lift like a total boss!

What Makes Super Straight Lashes Different?

Why are some lashes naturally straight while others have a natural curl or wave? It all comes down to genetics and the shape of the hair follicle. Straight lashes tend to have flatter hair follicles, which means they grow out in a straight pattern rather than a curved one. Some people may also have thicker, coarser lashes that make it difficult for them to hold a curl. This can be due to hormonal imbalances or certain medical conditions.

No matter the reason for your client's super straight lashes, they'll likely come to you feeling frustrated that their lashes won't hold a curl, no matter how much they try. Your job as the lash lift expert is to give them the results they want and show them that even super straight lashes can hold a curl.

Preparing Your Client for the Lash Lift

Before you even begin the lash lift process, prepare your client for what they can expect. Let them know their super straight lashes may be a bit more challenging to work with and will require extra patience and skill. This will manage their expectations and prevent any disappointment if the results aren't perfect on the first try.

You should also have an open and honest conversation with your client about their lash history. Ask them if they've ever had a lash lift before and how it turned out. If they have, ask them specifically about how long the curl lasted on their super straight lashes. This will give you a better idea of how to approach their lashes and what techniques may work best.

Choosing the Right Lash Lift Products

Your standard lash lift products will work just fine on super straight lashes, but there are a few additions or adjustments you may want to make for the best results. For example, you may need to extend the processing time slightly to ensure the solution has enough time to penetrate and curl the lashes. You’ll also need to use a high-quality setting lotion with extra hold to help keep those super straight lashes lifted and curled for as long as possible.

You might also want to invest in a good lash lifting tool if you don't already have one. These tools can help you manipulate and shape even the straightest of lashes into a beautiful curl.

Techniques for Curling Super Straight Lashes

When it comes to actually curling those super straight lashes, there are a few techniques you can try. We recommend using the Elleebana One Shot system as opposed to the Elleeplex Profusion system. The stronger One Shot system provides a better lift on straighter lashes.

Another technique is using a smaller rod or silicone pad to create a tighter curl. This can be effective on stubbornly straight lashes that need a bit more coaxing to hold a curl.

You may also want to consider giving your client regular keratin treatments alongside their lash lift appointments. These treatments can help strengthen and nourish their natural lashes, which can make them more likely to hold a curl.

Troubleshooting Common Issues When Lifting Super Straight Lashes

Despite your best efforts, sometimes super straight lashes just won't cooperate. Here are a few common issues you may encounter when working with clients with super straight lashes and how to handle them:

• Solution not penetrating: If the lash lift solution isn't fully penetrating the lashes, try using a longer processing time and implementing lash checks to take the guesswork out of the correct processing time.
• Uneven curl: Sometimes one eye may have better results than the other. This could be due to differences in natural lash patterns or even slight variations in application. To fix this, repeat the process on the less curled eye, making sure to use the same techniques and products as before but less processing time.
• Lashes falling back down: This happens when the disulfide bonds in the lashes have not been broken. A lash check will ensure that the lash is processed correctly and is ready for the setting lotion.
• Overprocessing: If the lashes look over-processed and too curly, use a gentler solution for their next appointment or reduce the processing time.

You can expect to run into issues with super straight lashes, so don't be discouraged if the first attempt doesn't turn out perfectly. With practice and patience, you'll find the techniques that work best for your client's lashes.

Don't Forget the Aftercare

If your client wants their super straight lashes to stay curled for as long as possible, they'll need to follow the aftercare instructions you provide them with carefully. This includes avoiding heat and steam for at least 24 hours after the lash lift, avoiding oil-based products near the eyes, and gently brushing their lashes with a spoolie.

You may also want to offer them a lash serum or conditioner to help maintain the health of their lashes between appointments. This can prevent any damage or breakage that could affect how well their super straight lashes hold a curl.

Taking on the challenge of a client with super straight lashes can be intimidating. What if you can't get the results they want? What if their lashes won't hold a curl no matter what you try? But keep in mind all lashes, even super straight ones, are malleable and with the right techniques and products, you can give your client amazing, curled lashes they never thought possible.

Elleebana Store USA has all the high-quality lash lift products and tools you need to tackle even the most challenging of lashes. The Elleeplex Profusion Lash & Brow Enhancement System is a lash lift solution that's strong, while also gentle. This makes it perfect for those super straight lashes that need a little extra help to achieve the perfect curl. We also sell Elleebana lash lift refills so you can keep stocked on this incredible product at all times. Shop our store today and take on any lash lift challenge like a pro!