Oct 28
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Did You Know Baby Shampoo Damages Your Lash Extensions?

By | Eyelash Extensions, Lash Care, Prép Beauty Parlour

Why shouldn’t i use baby shampoo to clean my lashes if I can clean my brushes with it?

Baby Shampoo

Baby Shampoo

Baby shampoo is inexpensive and you can purchase it at any local grocery store however it is not a professional product and its not recommended for use on lash extensions. It will clean the lashes however the sulphates will breakdown the glue faster, which means lash fills may become a weekly trip.

Classic Lashes by Kei @PrépBeautyParlour

Classic Lashes by Kei @PrépBeautyParlour

Did you know baby shampoo contains fragrance, artificial colours and mineral oils? Oil is a big “NO NO” for lashes and can even cause all the extensions to come off of your natural lashes, Oil free baby shampoo also has a added numbing agent “no more tears formula” which will also cause pre mature shedding. Using professional lash extension cleansers such as FacEnvy will prolong and strengthen your lash extensions and natural lashes!

Want to learn more? Come visit us in Downtown, Vancouver!

Prép Beauty Parlour is located at 1054 Hornby Street in beautiful downtown Vancouver, British Columbia. We specialize in nails, eyelash extensions, waxing, massages, facials, event/bridal hair & makeup. We’d love to hear from you! Email inquiries to info@prepbeautyparlour.com. Call us at 604-764-6452. Check out our 5 Star Yelp page here! Don’t forget to follow and like our Instagram and Facebook pages! https://www.facebook.com/prepbeautyparlour

Oct 21
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Preparing your lashes for the changing seasons

By | Eyelash Extensions, Lash Care, Prép Beauty Parlour

Fall has officially arrived!! humid weather and not enough sun can definitely effect lash extension retention, this can be worrisome for clients! Keep reading to find out why the lashes shed when the seasons change.

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Protection:
The biological purpose of hair is to protect us from the sun but we sometimes forget we need to keep our hair protected as well, during the fall months hair sheds much faster than normal and in bigger groups. Sun provides vitamin D and vitamin D is essential to hair growth but during the winter moths vitamin D is not always easily found, meaning our bodies are not absorbing as much as usual and hair loss during this time is imminent.

Vitamin D:
Lack of vitamin D will cause slower lash growth as our bodies are working extra hard to grow hair because the vitamin D is being shared in the body to fight off colds and other common illnesses during this time. Don’t forget to consult a doctor before adding any extra supplements into your diet routine.

Prevention:
Lash shedding season only lasts about 3 weeks! Try taking vitamin D vitamins from your local pharmacy and don’t book longer than 2-3 weeks for your lash fills during the season. You can also use Intelliseal to help protect the bonds and strengthen your natural lashes, or if you would like to take a “lash break” during this time try out Eyenvy to help your lashes grow longer than ever!

 

Prép Beauty Parlour is located at 1054 Hornby Street in beautiful downtown Vancouver, British Columbia. We specialize in nails, eyelash extensions, waxing, massages, facials, event/bridal hair & makeup. We’d love to hear from you! Email inquiries to info@prepbeautyparlour.com. Call us at 604-764-6452. Check out our 5 Star Yelp page here! Don’t forget to follow and like our Instagram and Facebook pages! https://www.facebook.com/prepbeautyparlour

Oct 19
1

What Happens When You Don’t Clean your Lash Extensions?

By | Eyelash Extensions, Lash Care, Prép Beauty Parlour


Have you ever developed what looks like an allergic reaction to your lashes but you’ve been getting them for years? Well… You may have developed Blepharitis!

Blepharitis commonly occurs when the tiny oil glands of the inner eyelid become inflamed, Symptoms include red, itchy eyelids that may look greasy and crusted. If you do end up seeing a doctor he/she will probably tell you that you have an infection.. Well he wouldn’t be wrong, improper cleaning of your lash extensions can have very negative side effects which may include not being able to have lash extensions for quite some time.

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Unfortunately, there are some negative connotations surrounding eyelash extensions. Some people believe that getting eyelash extensions can damage natural eyelashes and the actual eye. It is critical to only visit a professional eyelash extension master who is educated and trained in correct application.

How do I avoid this happening? Build up of makeup, dry skin and sweat can cause blepharitis. We suggest you clean and cleanse your lashes with Facenvy to prevent blepharitis, you can purchase this item at Prép Beauty Parlour at anytime during business hours. You can also call to book an appointment to have it checked out with one of our master lash technicians!

Prép Beauty Parlour is located at 1054 Hornby Street in beautiful downtown Vancouver, British Columbia. We specialize in nails, eyelash extensions, waxing, massages, facials, event/bridal hair & makeup. We’d love to hear from you! Email inquiries to info@prepbeautyparlour.com. Call us at 604-764-6452. Check out our 5 Star Yelp page here! Don’t forget to follow and like our Instagram and Facebook pages! https://www.facebook.com/prepbeautyparlour

Oct 12
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Cleanse Your Lash Extensions With Facenvy

By | Eyelash Extensions, Lash Care, Prép Beauty Parlour

 

FacEnvy is a great makeup remover for face & eye makeup, used with or without water to tackling the hardest makeup to remove. As for lash technicians, keep up with the latest technology in cleansing. It is soft enough to break down dirt & cleanse pores with leaving the skins softness intact, concentrated enough that 1 pump is all you need!

FacEnvy’s gel cleanser 2in1 has been designed to remove dead cells, makeup and protein build up around the eyes and eyelashes. This unique formula is paraben free and oil free, and makes it excellent for people with eyelash extensions (as it will not damage the glue). The enzymes from the papaya extract acts as a protein remover, as this is an important process to help your eyelashes stay healthy.

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Visit us in Prép today to try it out, you’ll be glad you did!

 

Prép Beauty Parlour is located at 1054 Hornby Street in beautiful downtown Vancouver, British Columbia. We specialize in nails, eyelash extensions, waxing, massages, facials, event/bridal hair & makeup. We’d love to hear from you! Email inquiries to info@prepbeautyparlour.com. Call us at 604-764-6452. Check out our 5 Star Yelp page here! Don’t forget to follow and like our Instagram and Facebook pages! https://www.facebook.com/prepbeautyparlour

Oct 09
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Working Out With Lash Extensions

By | Eyelash Extensions, Lash Care, Prép Beauty Parlour

Working out is essential to keeping healthy whether you lift, swim or dance it’s always a bonus to look amazing while exercising. Lash extensions keep you looking flawless while getting your swim on but all of that sweat can damage your lashes, here is a few tips to keep your lashes looking on point!

 

 

Water Damage:
Our master lash technicians will tell you to avoid showering and washing your face for at least 24 hours (which includes steam rooms), well… The same rules apply for sweat. Sweating during the first 24 hours can make the lash bonds very week, which means you will be back for a fill sooner than you wanted to be.

Shield Your lashes:
Seal your lashes with Intelliseal Lash Sealer (sold at Prép Beauty Parlour), sealing your lashes is very important if you plan on swimming, doing hot yoga, spin class or traveling to any humid places with your lash extensions. Intelliseal creates a shield between your lashes and any type of water or sweat.

Cleanse:
After any kind of exercise make sure to cleanse your lashes to protect them from bacteria and sebum build up, any kind of build up can create infections as well as break down the adhesive to your lash extensions. Facenvy is a paragon free cleansing gel that will remove make-up, dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. Facenvy is safe for extensions and highly recommended by professional lash techs around the world!

Prép Beauty Parlour is located at 1054 Hornby Street in beautiful downtown Vancouver, British Columbia. We specialize in nails, eyelash extensions, waxing, massages, facials, event/bridal hair & makeup. We’d love to hear from you! Email inquiries to info@prepbeautyparlour.com. Call us at 604-764-6452. Check out our 5 Star Yelp page here! Don’t forget to follow and like our Instagram and Facebook pages! https://www.facebook.com/prepbeautyparlour