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Is this service the right fit for your practice? Lash extensions are popular, and the best lash professionals can make big money providing this in-demand service. But lash extensions are not quick, easy additions to your menu, and realistic expectations are a must for anyone who is considering getting in on this boom. The fact is lash extensions are not for everyone—on both sides of the table. Not every client can wear individually applied single or cluster extensions, and not every esthetician can learn to apply them successfully. My personal experiences as a lash technician and lash extension instructor for nearly 10 years have shown me there are some important things to consider about this fast-growing corner of the esthetics profession. Here are some tips on what new or experienced lash technicians should all know to ensure client safety and professional viability. The Right Client Just as in other areas of esthetics, there are contraindications for lash extensions, and different clients will have different success rates. Lash extensions might be unsuccessful if the client's natural eyelashes are too brittle, unhealthy, or weak to support them. This can be due to age, disease, hormonal changes, medication, or poor nutrition. Thyroid disease and chemotherapy are just two medical challenges that can make eyelashes dry and brittle, and increase the rate at which they shed. Some clients are sensitive to the adhesives used, and/or the extensions themselves. This is rare, but can be serious for those individuals with a severe sensitivity. The consultation forms available from Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP), and from reputable training providers, are guides to questions you should ask each client. Allergies to latex or acrylates, asthma or other breathing problems, red or sensitive eyes (including temporary conditions such as seasonal hay fever), and any medical problems that affect the hair may be contraindications. Clients who have had problems in Get connected to your peers @ www.skincareprofessionals.com 13