What are Dual Lash Lift & Brow Lamination Systems?
What is a lash lift?
Lash lifts, also known as lash perms, essentially lift the natural lashes from the roots to the tips creating a dramatic or soft curl. The procedure must be performed by a trained professional, and requires the use of a silicone shield/rod, along with a chemical based lifting lotion that alters the shape of the lashes. Tinting may also be included in the service which involves dyeing the lashes to a darker colour, creating more boldness and depth in the eyes. The results typically last for 6-8 weeks.
What is brow lamination?
Brow lamination takes the same idea of a lash lift but for the eyebrows. Instead of producing a curl, it chemically straightens the brow hairs, while brushing them upwards, instantly creating that lifted appearance of fuller and fluffier brows. With the help of the lifting solution, it can reposition the eyebrows, smoothing out curly or unruly hairs and keeping them in place for up to 8 weeks. Tinting and shaping may also be included in the service for an even bolder and finished look.
Why do customers love lash lifts & brow laminations?
Both treatments can be time efficient, shortening the daily beauty routine. Since the lashes are already lifted, your customers have the option of wearing mascara or eye makeup to further enhance the look. For the brows, they can simply comb them and/or set them in place with a brow styling gel. Though there is still some maintenance and care required, the time it takes is still much less compared to doing a full makeup routine.
What are dual lamination systems?
As the demand increases for getting both treatments done at the same go, you as a technician can streamline the process for an even more convenient experience, saving both time and money.
Manufacturers of lash and brow supplies have recognized this simultaneous need, and some brands offer a dual system; a 2-in-1 solution capable of performing lash lift and brow lamination using the same product.
However, not all systems are created like this, where some are strictly only for lashes, or brows, and not meant to be used for both. This is due to the ingredients contained in the products; lash lift solutions are not meant to touch the skin, so they are not safe to use on brows that must touch the skin. In this case, lash lift solutions are typically stronger but are still safe to use around the eye area.
How do these systems change the shape of lashes and brows?
All these systems contain a step one, two and three lotion. The step one lotions contain a chemical based ingredient called ammonium thioglycolate or cysteamine. Either one of these two ingredients are responsible for penetrating the hair, breaking down the disulfide bonds and allowing the hairs to be reshaped. It is then neutralized by the step two lotion, also known as the setting/fixing lotion, that closes the cuticle and retains the new shape of the hairs. Finally, step three contains ultra hydrating ingredients to minimize dehydrating the hair from the chemicals in step one.
Who are dual systems for?
They are ideal for professionals who are booked with clients requesting lash and brow lifts at the same time, providing an economical solution. This can not only maximize time, but it can maximize the usage of the product by shortening the period after opening as you continually use up the lotions. Whereas, if using a separate system for lash and brow lamination, one solution may stay open longer depending on the frequency of bookings, and possibly lowering the efficacy. When it comes to these systems, the fresher they are the better.
For clients, these systems also help to reduce their in-salon time when both laminations are done separately. The results provide an instant lift and transformation with minimal invasiveness, and offer a low maintenance solution. Brow lamination is the perfect answer for achieving fuller brows, while at the same time, a lash lift will take the enhancement up a notch with elongated looking lashes.
It is good to keep in mind that when combining these two services, the speed of application is key in preventing possible over processing. Working simultaneously on both lashes and brows is recommended for more experienced technicians that are comfortable and confident in their application. Many of the dual systems are also more rapid acting, further highlighting the importance of your speed in application.
What dual system options are available?
At The Beauty House Shop we offer a variety of high quality dual system options depending on your needs.
ELAN SUPERSONIC
Elan Supersonic Brow and Lash System is a unique 3 Step Flexing System. This innovative system contains nourishing ingredients to prevent dehydration of the hairs, while designed to have a quick processing time to minimize the chemical exposure of the hair.
Highlights:
- Combination of two different alkalizing agents (AMMONIUM HYDROXIDE and ETHANOLAMINE) allows the serum to open actively the cuticle scales.
- Packed with nourishing ingredients in each step
- Convenient pump bottles to keep your solution fresh
- 3 step system is mandatory
ELLEEBANA PROFUSION
The Elleebana Profusion Lash and Brow Lamination System is a special formulation that is TGA free. Cysteamine Hydrochloride formula minimizing the likelihood of over processing. Lashes are strengthened, and provides a longer, fuller and more defined transformative result.
Highlights:
- Gentle, Cysteamine based system that minimizes the possibility of over processing
- Vegan friendly formula
- Single use sachets
*Available to ship only within Canada.
MAXYMOVA LASH LIFT & BROW LAMINATION
Maxymova Lash Lift and Brow Lamination system tackle both short and long term results by enhancing natural lash thickness and curvature after just 3 treatments, and as a result long term effectiveness is guaranteed.
Highlights
- Thioglycolate Ammonium based
- Does not have an unpleasant scent
- Available in sachets and bottles
THUYA LASH & BROW LAMINATION
Thuya Lash and Brow Lamination offers an expert dual system to combat even the strongest hairs.
Highlights
- 12 months from opening
*Available to ship only within Canada.
RUTHIE BELLE LASH & BROW LIFT SYSTEM
The Ruthie Belle Lash & Brow Lift System is a Cysteamine based formula that achieves sky-high results loved by customers with earth and lash-friendly ingredients like cysteamine and plant-based amino acids.
- Cysteamine based with plant-based amino acids
- You can repeat treatments as often as you like
- Vegan and cruelty-free
We also offer trial sizes for Elleebana Profusion and Maxymova Lash Lift & Brow Lamination to test out the system out for the first time.
Conclusion
Lash lifts and brow lamination is the perfect duo that your clients didn’t know they needed. As more demand increases for lash lift and brow lamination treatments in one session, brands are providing more options for dual systems. We recommend testing out the system in a trial version first if available to assess whether or not it meets your requirements. Another important thing to consider is when working with dual systems, they are usually more rapid acting, therefore the speed of your application is important to prevent the possibility of over processing.
