Sylae | Melbourne Colour Lash Artist & Educator

Did you think the extensions were attached to the skin? 👀

There should be a small gap between the eyelid and the extension and it matters far more than you might think.

Safe placement means understanding how the extension will behave as the natural lash grows, while keeping the application comfortable, balanced and healthy throughout the lash cycle.

Too close to the skin? You risk irritation, discomfort and poor isolation.

But what about too far away? As the natural lash grows, the extension can twist, droop or place unnecessary stress on the natural lash.

That’s why proper isolation and placement are so important. The natural lash needs to be clearly exposed and separated before applying an extension. Effective taping can help lift the skin back, giving you better visibility and allowing you to work with greater precision.

Good taping doesn’t replace good isolation but it helps you avoid placing extensions too close to the skin, too far from the base or onto more than one natural lash.

And if you’re a beginner, don’t sacrifice safety in pursuit of a perfect 0.5mm gap. Confident, consistent placement matters more than rushing to work as close to the skin as possible.

And for my lash clients: these are the small details happening throughout your appointment that you may never notice.

A beautiful set that’s comfortable, feels light weight, carefully placed and not damaging your natural lashes? That’s the standard we’re aiming for.

Lash artists, what do you find most challenging about achieving consistent placement? 🖤