Article: Lash Lifts and Extensions with an Anime Twist
Lash Lifts and Extensions with an Anime Twist
Introduction to Anime-Inspired Lashes
Anime-inspired lashes are taking the beauty world by storm with their unique ability to create the illusion of larger, more expressive eyes drawing inspiration from female anime characters. These lashes are defined by their unique spikey look, and long length, making them a popular choice for anyone looking to add a touch of whimsy to their look.
Anime lashes can be achieved by semi permanent procedures such as lash lifts also known as japanese crown lift, or with lash extensions through specific lash mapping.
One of the most appealing aspects of anime lashes is their versatility. They can be adapted to suit different eye shapes and personal styles, making them suitable for everyday wear or special occasions. Exploring anime lashes opens up a world of creative possibilities, offering a fresh way to express unique style.
Whether your clients are aiming for a more natural look with a slight curl or a more dramatic effect with long extensions, anime-inspired lashes can cater to a variety of needs, while offering the latest in lash trends.
Creating the Japanese Crown Lift aka Anime Lash Lift
The Japanese Crown Lash Lift is an advanced lash lifting technique that creates bold, Manga-inspired lashes using your client's natural lashes. It employs the concept of the golden ratio to achieve perfectly balanced and dramatic results. Perfect for lash artists aiming to enhance their skills and offer striking, easy-to-maintain looks for their clients.
Achieving the anime look with a lash lift involves a slightly different technique than the traditional lash lift. The first method, Japanese Crown Lift, considered as the second wave of glueless lash lift, skips the lash wrapping step altogether. This technique involves loosening the disulfide bonds without the use of classic lash lift glue.
Glueless method can only be performed with a cysteamine based product only NOT TGA (thioglycolic acid) based. This allows the lashes to be gently softened from the root to tip, preventing over processing the lashes even at the ends.
To achieve glueless method, combine a Powder specifically for glueless method such as Ruthie Belle Powder Lift with a Cysteamine-based system. Thicken your Step 1 solution by adding 20-40% ratio, allowing for direct application to the full length of lashes without the need for wrapping them around shields during step 1.
Cysteamine based systems we offer are:
Ruthie Belle Lash & Brow Lift System
Lami Lashes Browista Lamination
Noemi Lifting with Step 1 Cysteamine
Powders for Glueless Method:
Other Glueless Method Tools:
The Korean eyelash pads are also specifically used for glueless method.
These ultra soft and flexible pads are self adhering, meaning no glue is required to adhere to the eyelid. It can be applied directly to the skin, and is suitable for any eye shape.
If you were previously using silicone under eye patches for this method, these pads can replace the patches, providing better efficiency and application. One pad can be placed on the eyelid, while the other pad is placed on top of the lashes similar to the effect of cling wrap. This allows the lashes to be fully processed from the cysteamine system.
These pads feature a completely flat design, and will cover the entire lashes. The Eyelash Pads helps speed up the lash lift process, as well as the clean up due to the absence of additional adhesive.
The second method is employing the traditional lash lift method using specific shields that feature vertical ridges designed to create anime lashes. However, the solution isn’t applied on the full length of the lashes unlike with glueless method. You can also use regular lash lift shields, and use tweezers to manually create the spikes by clumping sections of the lashes together.
Must Haves for Anime Lash Lift via Traditional Method:
- Lash Lift System
- Anime Lash Lift Shields
- Tweezers or Flat Cut Brushes
Anime Lash Lift Shields
Anime Lash Lift Shields differ from traditional lash lift shields by their shape and design. They are specifically crafted to produce a spike like appearance during a lash lift. The shield design features vertical indentations to set the lashes into the grooves in order to create the “peaks”.
Each groove is evenly spaced out, to ensure uniform lash cluster sizes, while providing a quick working time as opposed to manually creating lash spikes.
We offer 2 different anime lash lift shields:
Flex Beauty Anime Lash Lift Shields
To add an extra touch of drama, tinting the lashes can make them appear fuller and more pronounced, contributing to the overall anime-inspired look.
To enhance the final result - at the very end: you can apply a nourishing product that has the correct texture to make lashes stick or clump together. The perfect final product that works for this is Ruthie Belle’s Lami Juice.
With these steps, you can achieve the wide-eyed, expressive look characteristic of anime characters, all without the need for extensions. This method offers a more natural yet striking appearance, perfect for daily wear or special occasions.
Exploring Extensions for Anime Lashes
Anime lash extensions utilize spiky, individual lash strands to create an exaggerated doll-eyed appearance. The permanent makeup industry has now embraced this style, and it has developed into its own lash extension trend. For clients aiming to replicate the captivating eyes of anime characters, lash extensions can be a game-changer.
The key difference in anime lash extensions compared to a volume set for example is that 100% coverage is not required or achieving that dark super dense look. The key is intentional placement of the peaks or spikes to create the animated, eye opening effect.
When applying these extensions, precision is crucial. Incorporating a mix of different lengths and diameters to create the bold, intentional spike patterns adds dimension throughout the design.
An example of anime lash mapping can be: Divide your upper lash line into two layers - The top layer consists of extensions ranging from 11 to 13 mm C curls in the inner corner to the middle part of the eye, and 14-16 mm D curl lashes towards the outer corner. The bottom layer consists of C curl base spikes ranging from 7 to 11 mm. The key is to create a contrasting look.
For an extra touch of drama, consider using colored lash extensions. Shades like blue, purple, or green can add an unexpected pop of color, enhancing the overall effect and creating an even more animated look. The Beauty House Shop offers a variety of colours for volume lash extensions such as blue, purple, red, green, white and brown.
Create the anime look at home
With the right products and a bit of patience, the anime lash look can be created at home or to maintain the lash lift.
Without Lash Lift
To create the look at home without getting a lash lift, you can use a lash curler, mascara and a product such as Ruthie Belle Lami Juice designed to create the anime aesthetic. Use the curler to give natural lashes a strong base curl. Apply mascara that offers both length and volume, making sure to coat each lash evenly. Then apply Ruthie Belle Lami Juice to shape the lashes into spikes or clumps. The Lami Juice can also be used without mascara for a more natural appearance as well as for nourishing lashes and brows especially after professional treatments.
Experimenting with coloured mascaras also adds a subtle pop of colour, enhancing the anime effect.
Maintaining Anime Look with Lash Lift
Since lashes are already curled, there is no need to use a lash curling tool. However, you can still wear mascara 24 hours after a lift. You can also apply Ruthie Belle Lami Juice to shape the lashes into spikes or clumps with or without mascara.
Achieving an anime-inspired look can become a fun and creative option for clients to include in their beauty routine without committing to semi permanent procedures.
Caring for Lash Lifts and Extensions
After getting a lash lift or extensions, it's essential to follow some care guidelines to maintain their appearance.
After lash extension application, advise clients not to use oil-based products around their eyes, as they can break down the adhesive. Recommend a gentle, water-based cleanser and the importance of not rubbing your eyes. Regularly brushing with a clean spoolie can also help keep them looking their best.
Advise sleeping on back if possible to avoid putting pressure lashes. For extensions, applying mascara is not recommended. Regular fills every two to three weeks are essential to maintain a full, lush appearance and address any natural shedding. Lash serums can also be applied to optimize lash health, as long as the serums do not contain any oils and state they are safe for lash extensions.
After a lash lift, proper aftercare is essential to maintain the health of the natural lashes. The use of mechanical lash curlers is a big no to avoid damaging the freshly lifted lashes as they have undergone a chemical processing that can affect the strength of the lashes. Using a lash serum to nourish and strengthen the lashes is a must, promoting healthier and longer-lasting results. Advise them to brush their lashes daily with a clean spoolie brush to keep them looking neat and separated, especially after exposure to water.
Mascara is a great way to add extra fullness and length to further emphasize the gorgeously curled lashes. Many mascaras can cause extra dehydration so the use of aftercare serums is even more important. Mascaras infused with aftercare goodies are becoming more and more popular, offering an easy and effective way to keep those lashes looking extra good.
Remind clients that lash lifts typically last six to eight weeks, so scheduling regular maintenance appointments can help sustain the desired look.
Educating clients on these aftercare practices will not only enhance their satisfaction but also ensure that they return to your salon for future services.
Staying Ahead of Trends
Keeping up with industry trends is crucial for mastering the art of anime-inspired lashes. Engage in online beauty communities and forums where professionals share tips, tutorials, and product reviews. This can help you stay informed about new techniques and emerging products that can elevate your lash game. Social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok are also excellent resources for discovering the latest trends and seeing real-life applications of anime lashes.
Another effective way to stay ahead is by continually experimenting with new styles and products, and staying open to learning new techniques. Regularly update your portfolio with fresh styles to attract clients who are looking for the latest trends. If there is one thing to take away, is that our industry is always evolving and new techniques emerge from methods that have been tried in the past.
Lastly, investing in continuous education through courses and certifications can deepen your knowledge and skill set. Japanese crown lift courses are being offered online or in person, offering flexible learning options to suit your schedule to master this cutting edge technique. Perfect for lash artists aiming to enhance their skills and offer striking, easy-to-maintain looks for their clients.
This specialized training can set you apart in a competitive industry and attract a new clientele interested in innovative beauty trends.
