So. Yesterday, I got lash extensions for the first time. There is a lot I could say about the whole experience--you know how I love to ramble on--but I think my before-and-after pics are going to do most of the talking for me. Check 'em out.
I actually have a lot of lashes, and they're pretty long. But apparently, there was still much room for improvement. Just look at these before-and-after pics, taken from above.
Notice the gap in my lashes in the before shot? Crazy--I always just thought that resulted from me crimping my lashes weird when curling them. Now, not only is the gap filled in, I don't even need my trusty curler, for the first time in my entire life. Nor do I need mascara or eyeliner--it looks like my eyes are completely made-up already.
I decided to get the extensions since I'm getting hitched in the boondocks this weekend and am using a pretty low-key makeup person at the wedding resort. Thus, I'd rather not fuss with glue-on faux lashes the morning of. Instead, I called up Baze's very favorite lash-extensions guru, Cheri of Lash Boutique (she uses Xtreme Lashes, a popular brand).
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A few more photos of the thick, long lashes she created for me ...
In summary: Yes, quality lash extensions cost a quajillion dollars (a.k.a. $300 and up). But good ones last a couple months, and if you have a bunch of important events on your calendar, I think they are SO worth it.
I could probably sit here for an hour detailing the whole lash-extension experience, but instead, how about we start a little convo in the comments field below. Share your questions about fancy faux lashes, and I'll do my best to answer them, or I'll relay the toughies to Cheri herself. Fire away, girls!
By Petra Guglielmetti
