You deserve to know exactly what’s being done to your brows and lashes - and why.

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  • Traditional lash lifts use thioglycolic acid, a strong agent that cuts the disulfide bonds of the hair fast. While traditional lash lifts can have beautiful results, they pose a much higher risk of over-processing, frizzing, and damage over time.

    Korean lash lifts use cysteamine-based systems, which creates a mixed disulfide bond instead of fully breaking it, keeping the integrity and health of the lashes in tact while still softening the lashes enough to mold into a new curl shape.

  • Korean lash lifts and brow laminations typically last about 6-8 weeks. Within the 4-6 week window, you may notice your natural hairs growing out and some processed hairs naturally shedding. This is perfectly normal and a sign that it will soon be time to schedule your next appointment.

    I recommend waiting until about 80% of your natural hairs have gone through their growth cycle and fully grown back in. This ensures that the new hairs are strong, healthy, and ready to be reshaped safely.

  • A brow lamination gently restructures the brow hairs so they can be lifted and styled into a fuller, more uniform shape. It relaxes the natural pattern of the hair, allowing me to redirect each strand for better symmetry, softness, and definition.

    It’s a common misconception that brow laminations always look unnatural, are stuck in one position, or look “electrocuted.” In reality, a properly performed lamination simply softens the hair’s natural pattern so it can be brushed into a smoother, fuller shape. The brows remain flexible, touchable, and completely adjustable. you can style them fluffy, sleek, or somewhere in between. When done with gentle products and the right technique, lamination enhances your natural brow flow rather than freezing it, giving you a polished, lifted look that still feels authentically you.

  • A hybrid tint is a blend of traditional brow dye and a henna‑like stain, while a regular tint is a simple dye that colors only the brow hairs.

    Hybrid tinting gives a makeup‑like finish because it stains both the hair and the skin underneath, creating more definition, fullness, and crispness, perfect for clients with sparse areas or anyone who loves a softly sculpted brow.

    Regular tinting, on the other hand, only dyes the brow hairs themselves. It offers a softer, more subtle enhancement without the skin stain, making it ideal for clients who want a very natural look or have fuller brows already.

  • You can absolutely wear mascara and brow makeup after your services.

    once your lashes and brows have settled (after 24-48 hours), makeup applies beautifully over a lift or lamination. Most clients find they need less product because their natural features are already lifted, defined, and have a fuller appearance.

  • Lash lifts should never hurt. The entire service is designed to feel gentle, relaxing, and comfortable. You may feel light pressure as I position your lashes or apply solutions, but you should never feel pain, burning, or stinging.

    If anything feels uncomfortable, please tell me right away. I can adjust the shield, reposition your lashes, remove product, or stop the service entirely. Your comfort and safety always come first, and I want you to feel cared for throughout the entire appointment.

Before your Korean lash lift:

Arrive with Clean, makeup-free lashes

Avoid mascara, waterproof makeup, eyelash glue, lash serums, oils, and eye makeup the day of your appointment. Those films can interfere with how the lifting solution contacts the hair, which can cause uneven processing, patchy curl, or weaker results. Clean lashes allow the solution to penetrate the hair evenly and safely.

Remove contact lenses prior to your appointment

During a lash lift, solutions are applies close to the lash line and the eyes remain closed for an extended period. Contact lenses can trap any vapors or small amounts of product, increasing the risk of dryness, irritation, or discomfort. Removing them keeps the eye surface safer and more comfortable.

Let me know about recent eye concerns

Conditions like conjunctivitis (pink-eye), styes, recent eye surgery, or chronic dry eye mean the eye area is already compromised. Adding chemical processing near the lash line can increase irritation risk or slow healing. In most cases, a lash lift is not recommended until the eye area fully recovers.

Pause lash serums 48 hours prior

Many lash serums (especially prostaglandin-based) can make lashes more porous and the lash line more sensitive. porous hair absorbs solution faster, which can increase the risk of over-processing and dryness. Pausing serums briefly helps keep the hair’s response more predictable.

After your Korean lash lift:

Keep lashes dry for 24 hours The lift relies on newly formed disulfide bonds inside the lash hair. Water, steam, or sweat can interrupt this setting phase, causing the curl to relax or weaken.

Avoid mascara for 24–48 hours Pigments, waxes, and oils in mascara can weigh down the lash while the internal structure is still stabilizing. Waterproof formulas are especially disruptive because they require friction and oil to remove.

Skip oils and heavy creams around the eyes Oils can penetrate the lash cuticle and soften the newly formed curl pattern, shortening the lifespan of your lift.

Brush lashes gently once daily This helps maintain the direction of the lift and prevents lashes from crossing as they settle.

Avoid sleeping face‑down Pressure on the lashes during the first night can bend or kink the curl before it fully sets.

Resume lash serums after 48 hours Serums are safe once the lash structure has stabilized. Applying them too soon can increase porosity and affect retention.

Before your brow appointment:

Arrive with clean brows, free of makeup and heavy skincare

Makeup, balms, gels, and oils create a barrier on the brow hair and skin. If product blocks the solution, the hair won’t process evenly, leading to inconsistent lift or texture.

Pause retinol and exfoliating acids 48-72 hours prior

Pause the use of all products containing retinoids, tretinoin, and exfoliating acids such as salicylic, glycolic, mandelic, and lactic acid, etc. prior to your brow appointment. These ingredients make the skin more reactive and sensitive to both lamination solutions and waxing, raising the risk of redness, burning, swelling, and even skin-lifting.

Avoid tweezing, waxing, or threading for 2-4 weeks prior

Not only does hair need to be at least ¼ inch long for proper hair removal using wax, recent hair removal can leave the skin slightly inflamed and more exposed Applying lamination chemicals over freshly waxed or threaded skin can intensify irritation and compromise the skin barrier.

Avoid chemical peels, micro needling, facial treatments, and laser near the brow area for 1-2 weeks

These treatments create controlled injury to the skin to stimulate collagen and renewal. Adding lamination or waxing too soon afterward can increase the risk of burning, hyperpigmentation, or delayed healing. If you are receiving a facial service before your brow appointment, please inform your facial specialist so both services can be performed safely.

Share any history of eczema, psoriasis, or reactive skin

Inflamed or compromised skin has a weaker barrier and is more prone to stinging, redness, and flare-ups when exposed to chemical solutions or wax. Knowing this in advance lets me adjust or recommend alternative services when needed.

After your brow appointment:

Keep brows dry for 24 hours The lamination process restructures the keratin bonds in the brow hair. Water can disrupt the setting phase and cause the hairs to lose their new shape.

Avoid touching or brushing excessively The brow hairs are more flexible immediately after lamination. Over‑manipulation can cause them to shift or over‑separate.

Skip oils and balms for 48 hours Oil softens the lamination and can shorten its longevity by relaxing the newly shaped hair structure.

Brush brows upward daily Once the initial setting phase is complete, gentle brushing helps maintain the lifted, sculpted look.

Use a nourishing brow conditioner Lamination temporarily raises the hair’s pH and opens the cuticle. Conditioning restores moisture and keeps brows glossy instead of dry or brittle.

Allergies, Hormones & Medications: What You Should Know Before Your Appointment

Allergens & Ingredient Sensitivities

Some of the professional products I use contained naturally derived ingredients, such as wheat protein, almond oil, and other botanical extracts. While these ingredients are gentle and nourishing for most clients, they can trigger reactions in individuals with specific allergies.

Why this matters

Allergic reactions occur when the immune system identifies an ingredient as harmful, which may cause:

  • Redness or swelling

  • itching or burning

  • Watery eyes

  • Flaking or dryness

  • Hives or contact dermatitis

If you have known Allergies

Please let me know before your appointment and include this information in your intake form. This allows me to adjust techniques, avoid certain products, or perform a patch test to ensure your safety.

Your skin, hair, and overall sensitivity can shift based on allergens, hormonal changes, and certain medications. Understanding these factors helps me keep your appointment safe, predictable, and tailored to your needs.

Hormonal Effects on Lashes, Brows & Skin

Hormones influence how your hair and skin behave - which means they can also affect how your brows and lashes respond to chemical or hair removal services.

Pregnancy & breastfeeding

Hormonal fluctuations can cause:

  • Increased skin sensitivity

  • Changes in hair texture or porosity

  • Stronger or weaker reactions to lamination/lift solutions

  • Unpredictable tint retention

This doesn’t mean you can’t receive services, it simply means results may vary, and sensitivity may be heightened.

Menstrual cycle

During certain phases of your cycle, especially right before or during menstruation, you may experience:

  • Lower pain tolerance

  • More reactive skin

Booking your appointment with this in mind can help you choose the right time to book and make your experience more comfortable.

Hormonal medications

Birth control, hormone replacement therapy, and fertility medications can all influence:

  • Skin barrier strength

  • Oil production

  • Hair growth cycles

  • Sensitivity to waxing or lamination solutions

Sharing this information in your intake form helps me to adjust timing and products used to keep your experience comfortable.

Medications That Cause Skin Thinning & Sensitivity

Certain medications - both topical and oral - can make the skin more delicate, reactive, or prone to irritation. This is especially important for brow lamination and waxing.

Topical medications

  • Retinoids (retinol, tretinoin, adapalene)

  • AHA/BHA exfoliants (glycolic, lactic, salicylic acid)

  • Benzoyl peroxide

  • Topical steroids

These Ingredients accelerate cell turnover, which can make the skin:

  • More prone to redness

  • Less tolerant of chemical solutions

  • More likely to lift or peel during waxing

  • More reactive to tinting or lamination products

Oral medications

Some internal medications affect the skin’s resilience:

  • Accutane (isotretinoin) - contraindicated for waxing and chemical services

  • Antibiotics - can increase photo sensitivity and irritation

  • Steroids - long-term use can thin the skin

  • Blood thinners - may increase redness or pinpoint bleeding during waxing

Why this matters

When the skin barrier is compromised, even gentle professional products cause cause:

  • Burning

  • Excessive redness

  • peeling

  • Over-processing

  • Delayed healing

This is why I ask about medications during your intake - to protect your skin.

I take your safety seriously at Velour.

Your lashes and brows are delicate structures, and the skin around them is one of the most sensitive areas on the body. Understanding your allergies, hormonal changes, and medications allows me to choose the safest formulas, adjust processing times, and give you the most predictable, beautiful results.

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