While classic lash extensions give you a natural and uniform appearance, volume fans make your eyelashes more dramatic and fuller-looking. But if your clients love to go for an intermediate lash look – the overlap between these two styles — how can you deal with this demand? That’s when hybrid lash extensions come into play.
1. What are hybrid lashes?
As the name might suggest, hybrid lash extensions are a mixture of two of the most fundamental techniques in the lash world: classic and volume fan lashes. The ratio of classic to volume can be 50% : 50% or 30% : 70% (which are more popular), depending on the thickness that suits your clients’ preference or their natural lash state.
If classic lash extensions are the technique that attaches only one individual extension to one natural lash to lengthen the lash set, volume lash extensions are fans with several lashes adhered to one lash in order to make your eyelashes denser and more prominent. On the other hand, hybrid lashes are a combination of individual and fan lashes that can keep the natural look of a classic set but still appear dramatic, resulting in unique and attractive eyelashes.
2. Popular hybrid lash styles
In fact, hybrid technique with different lash types and ways of placement can bring about various lash styles. Amongst these, if you are a real lash fan, you should definitely know or try the following hybrid lash sets:
Cat eye hybrid:
Cat eye is a lash style that features shorter lashes on the inner corner and become longer toward the outer. It elegantly creates an elongated and lifting effect and brings about an illusion of winged eyes.
Hybrid cat eye is considered one of the most preferred cat eye lash types thanks to the sexy and impressive look. It’s a twist on classic and volume techniques, which can create “spikes” with classic lash extensions and the fullness of volume fans. I bet this lash style won’t let you down once you have it on.
Doll eye hybrid
Doll eye lash extensions are meant to round out your eyes to make them look bigger and more prominent, and doll eye hybrid is a top go-to for those who want attention without going overboard. Read more about doll eye on our blog.
The lash map for a hybrid doll eye is quite simple: longer lash extensions in the middle of the lash set and gradually shorter in the two corners. This applies to both individual and volume fan layers.
Wispy hybrid:
Wispy hybrid lash extensions are characterized by the spikes and the volume fans placed in between, which give a balanced, elegant, and prominent appearance to enhance your face’s beauty.
One of the most popular styles using the wispy hybrid technique is Kim K lash extensions. Read more about Kim K style at How to make the most sought-after Kim K eyelash extensions
3. Who is suitable for hybrid lashes?
Generally, hybrid eyelash extensions would be suitable for everyone who loves a natural yet noticeable look. One of the reasons is that, as a lash artist, you can creatively and flexibly deal with this lash technique. The size, shape, and ratio of individual and volume fans, as well as how you arrange them on the lash set, can make a significant difference. However, it is considered the best suit for those who have sparse lashes or who want a more textured and fuller look. If you want your eyelashes to be neat and perfectly even, this might not be highly recommended.
Here is how Lost Artistry Lash making hybrid lashes.
4. Notices for hybrid lash extensions application
If you want to create hybrid full set lashes, the approximate time for this lash session will be 1.5 to 2.5 hours. Although the price of hybrid lash extensions varies among lash studios and lash styles, the average cost will be 170$ to 190$. This price seems worth it for gorgeous lash extensions lasting up to 6 to 8 weeks.
However, this retention time is achieved only if your clients follow the proper aftercare routine. Remind them to avoid water and steam for 24-48 hours after application, say no to waterproof and oil-based products as well as practicing good hygiene, etc. There are some more rules for this aftercare period, which you can read on our blog: The dos and don’ts of eyelash extension aftercare
Hybrid lash extensions can be considered a must known for a lash artist and a must try for a lash fan when you join the lash journey. I am sure you will love this technique.
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