I was thankful I educated my client during her appointment about lash extensions before she went home! She told me after her appointment,she went home, to lounge and watch tv, and Dr.Oz was on. She told me from time to time she would watch him, but what caught her attention was the topic of discussion on his show; eyelash extensions.
She told me how Dr. Oz took "the worst case scenarios" of eyelash extensions posted like a warning label that this was an example that would happen to all clients. He also had sent a undercover client walk into multiple salons and ask people about lash tinting and eyelash extensions, because she was interested in receiving those services.
And of course, for TV glory, more than HALF of the techs who we're interviewed, made a FOOL of themselves, and made eyelash extensions seem harmful and dangerous. By responding, that they have never dealt with an allergy, or that the product they use is harmless. They also offered tinting, which is illegal in the state of New York. But do they mention that in the state of New York, that this is not a regulated nor licensed service? No. My client felt a bit of sympathy for our shop and for our staff. After she recognized all that he said, was so biased.
What made me so mad about this?
His show was COMPLETELY BIASED. It was ONLY HIS perspective and his undercover clients perspective.
If EACH STATE had this SERVICE REGULATED, maybe they wouldn't be interviewing techs who are under qualified, or unlicensed.
Maybe if the state had this service regulated, PRODUCTS would be ALL made in the USA, and not be able to contain formaldehyde or acrylics.
NOR, does Doctor OZ mention that this is a UNLICENSED SERVICE, in all states but Texas.
NOR, does Doctor OZ mention Texas regulations.
THEY NEVER ONCE INTERVIEWED Sophy Merszei, who was the pioneer of having this service regulated, and the founder and CEO of "Nova Lash."
They never once interviewed any other Lash Professionals, or USA distributors.
( http://www.novalash.com/specialtylicense.html )
His show aired on February 14,2014.
Texas Eyelash Extension Law went into effect on April 5th, 2011.
So, please someone tell me why he HAD NOT interviewed professionals?
Makes us sick to our stomachs. And gives our service and reputations a bad name.
He had 2 parts to this, and it is EASILY justifiable.
Video from his episode can be found here:
PART 1 - Eyelash Extensions. Dr. Oz
http://www.doctoroz.com/episode/disturbing-side-effects-americas-1-sleeping-pills-revealed?video_id=3231968477001
PART 2- Eyelash Extensions. Dr. Oz
http://www.doctoroz.com/episode/disturbing-side-effects-americas-1-sleeping-pills-revealed?video_id=3231968473001
He talks about the health of your eyes. And for those of you who read our blog, you can see that we PREACH to the choir about the health, safety, and sanitation of your eyes when it comes to eyelash extensions. We've gone over licensing, certification, regulations by state, products, allergies, etc.
SO believe us when we say, we understand the address for concern, especially since we see a lot of competitors work come through the door, that is 1) not up to standard of health, safety, or sanitation, 2) product &/or allergy standards, and 3) licensing standards.
Like in every post, and in these videos..... THESE ARE YOUR EYES we are talking about people!
Let me break down these videos:
PART 1:
So the first video goes over lash extensions and how the service is done. They show the process, of how one is attached one by one. Which is correct, but here is where I have a problem with this.
Like in our previous posts, if this service was regulated and if the product was regulated of where techs get there product from, than we wouldn't be dealing with these problems.
But they mention that lashes can be "too heavy/big" for natural lashes so they fall out. This can be correct, but again, most licensed professionals, will take your step by step through a consultation and observe your natural lashes. Some clients want "Texas sized lashes", but they naturally have a few short and stubby lashes, which the desired look they want is not possible. Most GOOD techs will deny the client, but will tell them, "lets focus on your natural lashes, and get them growing, so we can do the desired look you want to achieve." Or that tech will offer them an alternative look, while giving some of there natural lashes time to grow as well. Most Good techs will also tell clients during consultations the sizes, shapes, and lengths of lashes. This will go hand in hand with figuring out what is a good size lash for natural lashes to withstand. The whole point of lash extensions is having longer & fuller lashes, but they KEY that ALL professionals who are licensed follow, is to MAINTAIN the natural integrity of natural lashes lashes.
Have you ever seen a hair client, go into a salon with pitch black hair from "box dye" (metallic dyes), and desired to be a platinum blonde, and the stylist agrees to do it in one appointment!? NO!
Why? Because the chemical reaction of metallic dyes and platinum would cause, damage, breakage, and hair to fall out. Metallic dyes are also nearly impossible to get out. Most GOOD hairstylists would say, NO. (If a stylist said yes, than run. Save your hair!)
Any who..
Now as far as the product goes, each lash tech or salon gets there lashes and products from certain distributors. Since this is not a regulated service, some techs and lash boutiques can receive there product from China, Japan, South Korea, etc. This can be alarming, since most of the overseas adhesives can contain harsh ingredients like formaldehyde and acrylics. Most of what causes allergic reactions. In this case, they tell you about formaldehyde in the adhesives. Well, in most USA brands that are reputable will label there ingredients, all of them have no harsh ingredients, especially no traces of formaldehyde nor acrylics or other harsh chemicals.
They also show "cluster lashes" or "party lashes." I've seen these done, mainly by nail techs or in nail salons. Cluster lashes (that you can purchase from wal mart, target, cvs,etc.) are like "strip" or "band lashes." They are used with a flexible semi-permanent adhesive like "DUO." They are meant to last only 1-2 days max, that are usually for people who use lashes for events, special occasions, or etc. Wearing these lashes multiple days, could cause them to have bacteria build up. Now the unfortunate part, is that nail techs or "lash techs" who are not certified nor licensed, buy these cluster lashes and use them as lash extensions. Gluing a cluster onto a bunch of natural lashes will not only cause damage or per-mature balding/shedding, but completely trow off your natural lash cycle, and could cause irritation, inflammation, and itchiness.
Unfortunately, I can preach to the choir, but until the rest of the states jump on board with Texas, unlicensed and certified techs, products, eyelash extensions will get a bad wrap.
Now for
Part 2:
What REALLLLLLLLLY sent me over the edge was he commends his "undercover client" by saying " You did great research."
I am absolutely disgusted with him and his producers. Because they didn't do HALF of the research they should have.
They talk about allergies, and if you haven't read out posting
"Allergic Reactions & Eyelash Extensions", than please read here :
http://urbanlashspa.blogspot.com/2014/06/allergic-reactions-eyelash-extensions.html
It will explain the basis of what can cause allergies, including licensed techs, unlicensed techs, products, and etc.
Dr. Oz than has his under cover client discuss and ask about allergies. Which, unfortunately most the techs on the show respond with poor knowledge or answers. Again, the show is NOT asking if these people are certified, licensed, or what experience they have with these services and products.
Which is the questions that are left unanswered, and completely unfair for the show not to review or ask these issues and questions.
Dr. Oz and his undercover client also talk about eyelash tinting (which will be my next blog posting.)
He talks about the how they are illegal in 9 states, including New York, but some boutiques and salons still offer the service. TECHNICALLY, only LICENSED COSMETOLOGISTS are the only ones able to do LASH TINTING in STATES that are REGULATED.
This EXCLUDES estheticians, nail techs, or other who are not certfieid or licensed.
Unfortunately, a lot of eyelash tinting is available for purchase via- beauty supplies or online. Both liquid or cream based.
The legalities and technicalities of chemicals are tricky. Like hair color, patch tests should be done 24 hours previously before lash tinting is done.
When applied, it should be at least 2mm away from the base of the lids. Color should not be applied to the lids, nor should it get on the skin. Color could lead to irritations, inflammations, or stained skin appearance. Eyes should be closed, and NEVER OPENED. Failure top keep eyes close, or if color is applied on the lids or skin, can make the color and developer (ammonia) get into the eye, thus could cause blindness. They show the tech applying the color to a client, while the eyes are opened, and I WANTED TO SCREAM. Any color or products over 10 % ammonia/developer, could be to harmful to be applied as well.
There are precautions, techniques, and regulations for this, but in New York, its illegal. Period.
Dr.Oz than talks about the health, which goes hand in hand with everything I have said thus far and have preached about on this blog.
I feel like I repeat myself over and over again,
but until the STATES decide to REGULATE and make this service a LICENSED SERVICE, than the good techs and lash extensions will get a bad wrap and rep, from the people who diminish it.
I hope clients read previous postings,and have done there own research.
I am truly disappointed in Dr. Oz. Sure there's concern for lash extensions, but to not get the FULL SCOOP, nor to interview the pioneers nor licensing or regulations, reallllly put a fire under me. I hope this service does not ruin the idea or service of lash extensions for certain clients. I hate hate hate having to tell the public to do there research and homework before getting lashes done at a certain place, but since this service is not regulated, I have to preach. I hate hate hate that clients have seen or heard or experienced a horrible lash situation, and are too concerned or scared to get lashes done, but realize that it comes down to product, the techs, licensing, certification, technique, and health of every client.
PLEASE, if you have any questions or comments, feel free to leave on here, or email me at HollyatUrbanLashSpa@gmail.com
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