said it perfectly This short video touches on something many lash artists overlook: retention is not solved by switching products — it’s solved by understanding the system behind the set. 🎥 Watch here: https://www.skool.com/mias-lash-lab-2289/classroom/4fc9ad0f?md=cb6a80516dfe47a1a3ddaf83e6fca9e9 What this video opens the door to (but doesn’t fully unpack yet): • Environmental settings (humidity & temperature) • Lash condition & cleanliness • Understanding the lash cuticle • Styling, curl choice & placement • Using shorter lengths strategically All of these play a role in retention — and none of them work in isolation. We’ll be going deeper into each of these areas as we continue building a true retention system, step by step. For now, I want to know: 👇🏽 What part of retention do you feel most unsure about right now? More to come soon 🤍

Hey everyone! 👋 I wanted to share a quick recap from this past weekend. We had an amazing time at the 2026 Be + Well Conference in Vegas! We learned a ton about the current trends in Korean Lash Lifts and tints, which are absolutely blowing up right now. But the highlight of the trip? My mom asked to smell the product during a demo. Thank God for a smart mommy! It got me thinking about how we evaluate what we put on our clients. I actually posted about this on Instagram, but I wanted to bring the real discussion here to our community. 🛑 Let's Open Up the Discussion! Why did Mom ask to smell the product? Ladies & gents, do you smell your products? When you do, what are you—as a lash artist or esthetician—actually looking (or smelling) for? Drop your thoughts in the comments! I’ve put together a breakdown below on why the "sniff test" is a massive tool for us as beauty professionals. 👇 🧠 Why the "Sniff Test" Matters: An Elaboration for the Group When evaluating new lash lift perming solutions, neutralizers, and tints, your nose is often your first line of defense. Here is what an experienced lash artist or esthetician is actually scanning for when they smell a product: 1. Detecting High Levels of Cysteamine vs. Thioglycolic Acid Traditional lash lift formulas rely heavily on Thioglycolic Acid, which has that classic, sharp, rotten-egg sulfur smell. Many modern Korean lash lift systems emphasize gentle, low-damage formulas, often utilizing Cysteamine HCL or milder derivatives. • While cysteamine still has a distinct scent, an incredibly overpowering, harsh chemical smell usually indicates a high pH or a high concentration of aggressive processing agents that could easily over-process or fry a client’s natural lashes if not timed perfectly. 2. Identifying Masking Fragrances (The Allergy Trigger) If a brand claims their formula is "completely odorless" or smells like artificial strawberries/perfume, a smart artist immediately gets suspicious. • Severe chemical processing agents cannot naturally smell like fruit. If it smells heavily perfumed, the manufacturer added heavy masking fragrances. Fragrances are one of the number one triggers for contact dermatitis and ocular irritation. Smelling the product helps you gauge if a "pleasant-smelling" formula is actually a walking allergy risk for sensitive clients.

Hi Family, I wanted to show a short that I have not shared yet to the public. Have you ever seen a singer set of eyelash extensions? Would you ever try to fill them? Honestly, I would not recommend it to a four moment start over and let’s hope that the natural lashes have been affected..

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Hey everyone! I know I’ve been a bit quiet on here lately, but I am so incredibly excited to dive back in with you all. To kick things off, I want to give a massive shoutout and thank you to our amazing member, Ms. Vanda! 🌟 She recently shared an incredible Instagram reel that perfectly visualizes the intricate world of the hair follicle, and it immediately got my wheels turning. (If you haven't seen it yet, definitely check out the link she found!). https://www.instagram.com/reel/DZk6gh6txdi/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== As lash artists, it’s easy to focus solely on the outer aesthetic—the curls, the maps, and the adhesive. But if you want to elevate your craft from a standard service to a high-level science, you have to look deeper. It all starts beneath the surface with the hair follicle and understanding its unique DNA code. Every client’s natural lashes are governed by this biological blueprint. The follicle dictates the growth cycle, the thickness, the angle, and the strength of the natural lash. When we truly understand the anatomy of the hair follicle and how it interacts with our products, we unlock the ultimate industry secret: unbeatable lash retention. We aren't just talking about a set lasting a standard two weeks. When you master the science behind the follicle, you learn how to create custom sets that hold strong for anywhere from two weeks to literally two months. Get ready, because we are about to start investigating exactly how the follicle's DNA code sets you up for flawless retention execution. Let’s use this post to get the conversation started: How much does genetic hair biology currently factor into your client consultations? Drop your thoughts below, and let’s give another round of applause to Ms. Vanda for inspiring this next educational chapter! 👇🧬✨