What are Flat Lash Extensions? What is it used for?

You are a lash retailer, a lash artist wanting to elevate your lash game?

Elegance and comfort! That’s the allure of Flat Lash Extension, a revolution in lash extensions. With their unique ellipse base, weightless feel, and dramatic depth in ultra-matte black, these lashes are poised to reshape the industry. So come with us now as we uncover the enchantment of Flat Lash Extension and discover how they’re rewriting the rules for lash professionals.

What are Flat Lash Extensions?

Flat lashes, also known as cashmere lashes, ellipse lashes, due to their oval shape, are eyelash extensions with a unique flat, rhomboid base. Unlike traditional round lashes, they exhibit a flatter base, creating a rectangular appearance where the sides curve inward. This distinctive shape is achieved through compression during manufacturing, and the base width determines the thickness. Another remarkable feature of flat lashes is the split tip that introduces a voluminous effect without adding extra weight.

Flat Lash Extensions’ Key Features

Basically flat lashes are a variant of classic lashes. They have the same characteristics such as:

• High-Quality Korean PBT Fiber: CharmLash Ellipse Flat Lashes are crafted from premium Korean PBT fiber, ensuring superior quality. These cruelty-free lashes are not tested on animals, reflecting our commitment to ethical practices
• Dense, Knot-Free, and Glue Residue-Free: These lashes are meticulously crafted to be dense, knot-free, and free from glue residue, ensuring a flawless application.

What exeptional about Flat lash extension are their unique tip, base, gloss that makes them 40% less weight than regular lashes.

• Full Matte, Deep Black: these lashes offer a full matte, deep black finish by blocking the entry of light through the lash base. This darkness adds depth and drama to lash looks.
• Thin, Ellipse Base: The innovative ellipse base enhances retention. Its flatter shape results in a wider bonding surface, promoting better adhesion and longer-lasting wear. Thin base also provides a super-soft, lightweight, and slim alternative to regular lashes, creating an eyeliner effect and instantly making your eyes appear bigger.
• Split Tip: Another cool thing about flat lashes is that the split tip offers increased thickness and volume without additional weight. This design contributes to a softer result and provides an instant double volume effect.

The Advantages of Flat Lash Extensions

• Enhanced Retention: The flatter base of classic flat lashes ensures a stronger bond with natural lashes. leading to improved retention and longer wear.
• Weightless Volume: The split tip enables building volume and texture without adding extra weight, ideal for creating fuller looks.
• Dramatic Appearance: The full matte, deep black color allows for darker and more dramatic lash styles.
• Minimal Glue Usage: The flatter base translates to a wider bonding surface, requiring less adhesive and eliminating the need for extra glue.
• Eyeliner Effect: The flatter base enhances the eyeliner effect, adding definition to lash lines.
• Suitable for All Customers: Flat Lash Extensions are lighter so it’s suitable for all types of clients even those who have weak, short, or thin lashes, preventing damage and catering to first-timers.

The Differences Between Flat Lashes and Classic Lashes

Flat lashes and classic lashes are both popular amongst eyelash extensions, each with its own set of characteristics and benefits. But what’s the difference? Which one is better?

To answer these questions, let’s look at a comparison table between our Mink lash and Flat lash for a clearer picture:

So, which to choose?

• For a Natural Look: If you prefer a natural, everyday look, flat lashes with a matte finish can be a better choice.
• For Volume: If you desire more volume and texture without adding weight, flat lashes, especially those with split tips, are ideal.
• For Versatility: Classic lashes offer versatility and can be used to achieve various styles, making them a good option if you want to experiment with different looks.
• For Delicate Natural Lashes: If you have weak or thin natural lashes, flat lashes are gentler on them.

Different types of Flat Lash Extension

Thinking you know everything about flat lash extensions? Ellipse base, split tip and matte black? Well, there’s more to discover than meets the eye.

Ellipse lashes come in 5 types: Super Flat, Mink Flat, Silk Flat and Two Deep Split Tip Flat, Three Deep Split Tip Flat, each with its own distinct characteristics and applications.

Style & Technique: Your Artistry Awaits

With flat lash extensions, you can explore a wide range of styles and techniques that these lashes seamlessly adapt to.

Classic Technique, Apply 1:1: Cashmere Lashes are the canvas for classic lash sets. The precision of the classic technique, applying one extension to one natural lash, is beautifully accentuated by the ellipse base. It’s a recipe for timeless elegance.

Wispy and Spikes Kim K: Beyond classic sets, these lashes lend themselves to trendy “wispy” or “spikes” styles. Channel the glamor of Kim Kardashian yourself with those lashes.

How to Apply Flat Lashes Extension: An Expert Insight

To unlock the full potential of Ellipse Flat Lashes, mastering the application process is essential. Here’s a step-by-step guide to elevate your lash game:

1. Consultation and Selection: Begin by engaging your client in a thorough consultation. Understand their preferences, style, and desired look. This personalized approach allows you to guide them in selecting the perfect Flat Cashmere Lashes style that complements their features and desired outcome.
2. Cleansing: Thoroughly cleanse your client’s natural lashes. This primes the lashes for optimal adhesion and a seamless blend with eyelash extension. Consider using Shampoo, Remover, and Primer for this step to achieve the thorough cleansing.

Photo by: Stacy Lash

To know more about all the tools and supplies needed throughout the Application process, check out Lash extension kit for beginners checklist!

3. Isolation: meticulously isolating each individual natural lash. This ensures that each extension attaches to a single lash, guaranteeing both a natural look and long-lasting wear.
4. Glue usage: Use a minimal amount of adhesive when applying Flat Lashes.

These unique lashes often require less adhesive while maintaining a secure bond due to the flatter base, contributing to a comfortable and lightweight experience for the users.This not only creates stunning results but also ensures comfort for your client.

For more understandings on lash adhesive, check out our blog: FAQ Eyelash extension glue adhesive

5. Positioning and Technique: Unlike traditional lashes that you can apply the lash extensions on any sides of the natural lash as it has a round base which makes it the same to apply in any direction. Flat Lash Extension are designed to adhere to either the top or bottom of the natural lashes. This unique feature impacts the overall placement technique, ensuring a seamless and secure attachment.
6. Creating Volume and Texture: While Ellipse Flat Lashes Extension can be used for a full set, they work remarkably well when combined with premade fans. Blending them in can create a fuller texture, achieving voluminous results.
7. Caring for Longevity and Beauty: Educate your clients about post-application care. Emphasize the importance of gentle cleansing and avoiding oil-based products to preserve the beauty and longevity of their Flat Lash Extension. Equipping them with this information ensures they enjoy their enhanced look for as long as possible.

Conclusion

The rise of Cashmere Lashes has redefined the lash extension experience. Their innovative design, from the ellipse base to the split tip, introduces efficiency, comfort, and creativity. With enhanced retention, weightless volume, and striking effects, these lashes empower lash artists to create unparalleled looks.

Elevate your lash business today with our  Flat Lash Extension and embark on a journey of beauty, artistry, and success today!