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  1. Frankie Widdows

    At a loss with classic lashes!

    Pink sparkly - your humidity is way too high especially for sky ( this is your issue) Your adhesive is shock curing Please watch this video of mine that explains :
  2. Frankie Widdows

    Eyelash extensions

    Hi If you haven't done a course since 2011 then you will need to retrain -so much as changed - advancements in the science behind our products, the new products. The biggest thing is that training has improved too where as back then it was basic as lashes were so new. I retrain many students...
  3. Frankie Widdows

    Eyelash extension course (London/Glasgow)

    If you google the company then make sure you that research then Check out who your trainer will be - how many in a class - what aftercare do you get, what kit, what certification etc Can you see the trainers work work, student work Do they have linked fb pages and indtagram pages etc to see...
  4. Frankie Widdows

    Washing lashes help

    Technically no - you MUST use designated lash cleanser Baby shampoo is not designed for eyes so shouldn't be suggested as a lash cleanser If a client had a horrible reaction and took you to court what who'd your defence be ? None Bye bye business - which is why we no longer recommend this...
  5. Frankie Widdows

    Best tweezers for classic eyelash extensions?

    Curved tweezers are what I train all my beginners on from the word go because if they want to transition to volume in the future which invariably they will it helps with the transition If you have used straight for years and then have to change you will then struggle. So it makes sense to...
  6. Frankie Widdows

    Washing lashes help

    When she says some - how many It's not unusual to lose between 2-5 lashes per day due to normal growth patterns Sadly you have NO IDEA what clients get up to when they leave Did you pull them Sleep on them Did you control temp and humidity when lashing Is she oily What suppliers is she...
  7. Frankie Widdows

    Flat eyelash extensions

    I sell them, super soft and not too much of a sheen on them - took me a long time to source and test them before bringing them into my shop to represent my quality brand ;
  8. Frankie Widdows

    Eyelash glue not working?

    Here's a video that will assist :
  9. Frankie Widdows

    Eyelash extensions - patch test/insurance questions

    I always patch test - here in the uk you legally have to But I also want to protect my client, their health is paramount to me It's also a great way to make them feel at ease whilst you do a consultation too and then you know what you are going to apply on them and can be all set up and ready...
  10. Frankie Widdows

    Eyelash extension advice + critique

    Hi - don't give up it takes a long time to get the hang of this - if it was easy we would all be awesome at it. I have some super videos to help assist on YouTube - https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCNqb-H4v8lD-1zlY5XR82-Q as well as my online mentoring group ( lash tech tutorials ) and my...
  11. Frankie Widdows

    Refresher course-lash ladies advice please

    Hi please take a look at my skill building course that I offer that is designed for just this. Our industry moves forward so very quickly - especially if you have taken some time out, so I developed this course for just that - it's also available online too if you are unable to travel.
  12. Frankie Widdows

    Taking 3 hours to do eyelash extensions

    Hi As a beginner it will take you longer but of course you want to speed up - time is money and most clients don't want to lie down for that long You DO NOT have to lash every lash,but create and aesthetically pleasing and balanced set and set yourself a time limit Please do not use any...
  13. Frankie Widdows

    How much eyelash extension glue to use?

    Use only 1-2mm at the base of the natural lash only Once you have lashed all lashes you are unable to create any more volume Lashes always look fuller when the eye is closed as it scrunches in on itself drawing lashes together but when the eye opens it stretches Check out my Instagram...
  14. Frankie Widdows

    Online volume courses

    If you are in the uk then travel to take a course - I offer them BUT make sure you research your trainer. Sadly I retrain so many techs, especially volume ones who were taught so badly it's shocking. They aren't even taught the very basics and these poor students wonder why they cannot pick up a...
  15. Frankie Widdows

    Eyelash extensions

    Take a look at eyelash excellence. The intermediate glue is a good one Don't be so quick to get a Nano mister If you are controlling temp and humidity in your lash space then you do not need to use a Nano mister and you will actually shock cure the lashes resulting in them falling off the next...
  16. Frankie Widdows

    Practice lashes

    Try these / I know the struggle until I found these : http://eyelashexcellence.com/product/training-aid-lashes-for-eyelash-extension-training-mannequin-head/
  17. Frankie Widdows

    Lash glue allergy help and advice

    Be careful with the clear ..... If your client cannot wear mascara then you know it's likely to be the black Most in most cases it's the cyanoacrylate or inhibitors that cause the reaction
  18. Frankie Widdows

    Trained in Hollywood lashes, but may do a refresher course

    Take a look at my skill building / advanced lash course. It's designed for just this Re the US each state has its own regs therefore you would need to find out what they require I spend a lot of time on the US running my courses out there and hence know that each of the 52 has its own regs
  19. Frankie Widdows

    Lash stock

    Take a look at eyelash excellence.
  20. Frankie Widdows

    Eyelash extension glue

    All lash glues for semi permanent eyelashes contain cyanoacrylate Our glues do NOT contain formaldehyde There is currently no cyanoacrylate free adhesive because it's the stuff that makes it sticky. If you attempt to use a sensitive glue it still contains cyanoacrylate but just low levels...
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