Eyelash Patches: Everything You Need To Know About Under Eye Pads For Eyelash Extensions

I know that this is a subject you guys love because every time we post a video on Instagram about eyelash patches, there are always so many questions and comments. It's a subject that isn't covered quite as often as it should be, and it appears to be simple, but it isn't.

In the beauty world, eyelash extensions aren't just beautiful; they're practical, enabling your client to have long and luscious lashes that will enhance their beauty. As with any procedure, proper application of eyelash extensions requires you to know some things before going ahead with them. A critical aspect of the eyelash extension procedure is carefully placing the under-eye patches to secure the extension application.

 

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Eyelash extensions can be the perfect addition to any beauty regimen, whether for a special occasion or just to add glamor and pizzazz. But if you're considering applying eyelash extensions on your client, you'll want to ensure everything is in good order beforehand. 

In this blog, you will learn the different types of under eye patches, how do you apply eye patches for eyelash extensions, and lash application mistakes and solutions.

 

REGULAR UNDER EYE PATCHES

The benefit is they are effortless to work with, skinny, so it will be effortless to access the inner corners and comfortable for clients.

The downside of these general patches is that they're only good for clients that have a regular standard eye shape and for anything a little bit more complicated eye shape.

The other issue is for clients with pretty coarse lower lashes, these eye patches tend to move, and they're not going to stay in place.

Mannequin Head With Removable Eyelids and Under Eye Patches used in this set. To shop, please click here.

 

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HYDRO-GEL UNDER EYE PATCHES

The excellent aspect about these eyelash patches is that you can work with clients with fairly thick under lashes and versatile shapes.

For clients that have unruly lower lashes where you have to reapply them every 15 to 20 minutes, this kind of under-eye patch is perfect to use!

Sometimes, it is harder to reach the inner corners with the lash patches so what you can do is to adjust by cutting them out. Cut the shape out to make it fit your client or have different forms on hand available; most companies now offer various eye patches. When your client comes in, you can easily pick the shape that works for their particular eye shape.

Hydro-gel Under Eye Patches, Ultra Crystal Bond, Lashes and Lash Wisps used in this set. To shop, please click here.

 

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MICROFOAM UNDER EYE PATCHES

The microfoam under-eye patches are the last patch we'll discuss. What makes these unique is that they are composed of microfoam.

These are the thickest patches available on the market. They will be much bigger, and they are the best for clients who have coarse under lashes. They will stay in place, not moving like the other types of lash patches.

Don't use these patches on every client you will have. You want to use them on clients who have trouble applying the gel patches. Also, it is ideal to use for clients who are allergic to collagen, gel, and hydrogel patches.

It is essential to ensure that you apply them correctly, but not only that, if the clients have no issues with patches and they have regular eye shape, there is no need to use the microfoam patches.

Micro-Foam Under Eye Patches used in this set. To shop, please click here.

 

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HOW DO YOU APPLY EYE PATCHES FOR EYELASH EXTENSIONS?

STEP #1 ENSURE YOUR CLIENT’S EYES ARE CLEANED ( PRE-APPLICATION )

Clean and dry the client's eye area with lash foam shampoo, a mild cleansing solution that eliminates eye makeup and impurities from the lashes, especially if the client has oily skin. The lashes will not stick properly.

Lash Foam used in this set. To shop, please click here.

 

STEP #2 ENSURE THAT YOUR CLIENT IS LOOKING UP STRAIGHT

To isolate the layers of your client's lashes when working with lash extension patches, make sure they are looking straight up (not backward) and not talking. It will ensure that your client is comfortable and that the patches do not move.

Micro-Foam Under Eye Patches used in this set. To shop, please click here.

 

STEP #3 AVOID GETTING TOO CLOSE TO THE WATERLINE

One of the most challenging things to achieve is keeping the lashes down while keeping them away from the client's eye. Maintain a minimum spacing of 2-3mm between the pads and the client's waterline.

Micro-Foam Under Eye Patches used in this set. To shop, please click here.

 

STEP #4 MAKE SURE THAT THE LASH PATCHES ARE PROPERLY SECURE ( IF NEEDED )

Apply two strips of micropore tape (about an inch and a half long) down the lash line to keep any other lashes down.

Ask if your client feels any pinching or discomfort when they close their eyes. Then, gently tug on the tape and eye pads to adjust them with their eyes closed.

Hydro-gel Under Eye Patches, Eyelash Extension Ballet Slippers Tape, Ultra Crystal Bond, Lashes, and Lash Wisps used in this set. To shop, please click here.

 

Remove the patches from the outside corner area carefully once the lash extension application is complete.

Hydro-gel Under Eye Patches, Ultra Crystal Bond, Lashes, and Lash Wisps used in this set. To shop, please click here.

 

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LASH PATCHES APPLICATION MISTAKES AND SOLUTIONS

PUTTING THE UNDER-EYE PATCHES TOO HIGH SO THAT THEY DON’T TOUCH THE CONJUNCTIVAL

You need to see the growth of the client's lashes, and you want to make sure that you're not patching too high. Still, you also want to make sure that you're not putting the patches too low because if you put it too low, you will have the issues of lower lashes popping out and need to constantly readjust the patches to avoid gluing the upper lashes to the lower lashes.

Hydro-gel Under Eye Patches used in this set. To shop, please click here.

 

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APPLYING THE PATCHES AT THE BEGINNING OF THE SERVICE AND THINKING THAT’S IT

You need to check the eyelash patches every 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the clients (if they're talking). Because if they're talking, their face is moving, and the patches are going to move as well, what's going to happen is you may need to change them more frequently.

Hydro-gel Under Eye Patches and Dolphin-Shaped Curved Tweezer used in this set. To shop, please click here.

 

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CONCLUSION

One of the keys to a flawless lash extension application is the proper placement of under-eye patches. You can improve the separation procedure and apply suitable extensions by securing the lower lashes.

 

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