Now you have beautiful nails, you'll need to follow these simple steps to keep them that way.
- Apply Cuticle Oil twice a day. Cuticle Oil is available to purchase at the studio for £10.00.
- Whenever you are washing up or gardening wear gloves.
- Wear gloves when applying fake tan.
- Wash your hands after applying sunscreen.
- Avoid SPF products, tinted lotions and hair colour on your new nails as these can discolour the product, always wash your hands thoroughly after use or wear gloves.
- If you have caught or broken a nail, please make an appointment for a repair. Nail repairs start from £7.00.
- Your nails have been applied by a professional, for the best care they should be removed by a professional.
- Do not pick, peel or bite your nails, they are not indestructible. Magpie Gel Colour is designed to create an adhesive bond to the natural nail plate and if picked will cause damage to your natural nail.
- Book your maintenance appointment for 2-4 weeks time to avoid disappointment.
- Use the pads of your fingers rather than your nails for opening car doors, making the bed, etc.
- If wearing a French or pale colour please be aware when using tanning products you should wear gloves to prevent staining of the colour.
- Avoid exposure to harsh cleaning chemicals such as cleaners or acetone based nail polish removers. These can start to break down the surface of the gel and may cause lifting & staining.
LASH EXTENSIONS
Want to know how to keep your lashes looking as fresh as they day they were done? Well keep reading...
Brush Them!
Using a lash wand (given to you at your appointment) brush your lashes at least twice a day. Please don't over brush your lashes as this can lead to premature fall out.
Say Goodbye To Mascara!
There is no need to wear mascara when you have beautiful new lash extensions, the use of mascara will damage your lash extensions and need a whole new set. So put that mascara in the bin! Also try to avoid heavy kohl based eyeliners, if you are wearing heavy eye make up be sure to remove it correctly using oil free remover.
Keep Them Clean!
Using the Purified Lash & Lid Cleanser (available here), wash your lashes daily (after keeping them dry for 48hours). Ensure all soapy residue is removed and finished by blotting with a tissue. Brush your lashes and leave them to air dry. Please don't use a hairdryer as this can fry the ends of your extensions! Don't forget to use code ARKOFBEAUTY for 15% off.
Pillow Talk!
Avoid laying face down on your pillow. If this is unavoidable it may be worth investing in a sleep mask (available here). Be aware you may loose more lashes on your "Sleeping side". Don't forget to use code ARKOFBEAUTY for 15% off.
Can't Touch This!
Resist temptation to touch/pick/pull at your lashes. This will damage our natural lashes as well as ruin your fresh set.
Fill 'Um Up!
Remember to get your lash infill in the diary to keep your lashes looking full and fabulous! Book every 3 weeks! I recommend booking at least 3-4 infills in advanced.
LASH LIFT
Below you will find how to looked after your fresh lash lift!
Can't Handle The Heat!
Avoid using steam rooms, saunas or sunbeams for at least 48 hours post treatment. I also advise not to get your lashes wet for the first 48 hours.
Soft Touch!
Be gentle around your eyes, try not to rub them when washing your face, always pat dry and try not to avoid playing with the shape of the lashes.
Keep Hydrated!
To prolong the effects of your lash lift, use a lash serum (available here) once a day to keep your lashes nourished. Don't forget to use code ARKOFBEAUTY for 15% off.
Fresh Faced!
Try not to apply eye make up to the area for the first 48hour post lift. Water-proof mascara should be avoided at all times.
Pillow Talk!
Make sure to protect your lashes when you sleep, you dont want your lashes to be manipulated into different positions.
Date In The Diary!
Want to keep your lashes looking Lifted? Remember to get your next Lifted treatment booked in for 6-8 weeks time.
- Avoid getting your brows and the surrounding area wet for 24 hours after your appointment, this gives the brows a chance to fully set in place. Getting them wet before the 24 hour make will result in the lamination process failing.
- Avoid touching and rubbing your brows for 24 hours.
- Avoid aggressive cosmetic treatment (scrubs, peels, alcohol-containing products) and do not use lotions, toners, and creams in the eyebrow area for 48 hours after the procedure.
- Brush your brows every time they get wet, to set them in place.
- Use castor oil every day to keep your brow hairs hydrated.
- I also recommend using Olaplex No5 as a once a week treatment for that extra dose of hydration!
To get the best results from waxing please follow the advice below.
Some slight soreness, small bumps & redness are common and perfectly normal temporary reactions. These symptoms subside over the next 24-48 hours. You should keep the waxed area clean, and avoid heat and friction during the next 24-48 hours. This means:
- No hot baths or showers (cool/lukewarm is fine)
- No saunas or hot tubs
- No tanning (sunbathing/sunbeds/fake tans)
- No sport, gym or other vigorous exercise
- No swimming in chlorinated pools
- Avoid touching or scratching the treated area
- Wear clean, loose fitting clothes
You may notice a small amount of regrown after a week or so. It can take up to 4 treatments for your hair to get on a growth cycle that gives the best results.
To maintain the results rebook your waxing appointment for 4-6weeks.
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