All About 4D Eyelash Extensions

Eyelash extension services are now very common, as they are in demand. Depending on the wishes of the client, the master can create any volume on the cilia to emphasize the depth of look and the beauty of the eyes. One of the most expressive is considered to be the 4D volume, which will be discussed in our article.

4D extension is carried out using lightweight artificial fibers (most often use mink and silk) Its purpose is the visual lengthening of the frame around the eyes, due to which they seem larger, more expressive. Such eyes are visible from afar and attract everyone's attention.

This effect is achieved by increasing the natural volume of eyelashes by 4 times: 4 artificial ones differing from each other in size are glued to each “native” hair. Their length varies between 9-16 mm.

The 4D extension has some features.

• The use of exceptionally lightweight materials to reduce the burden on the eyelid.
• The larger the volume, the less time the work lasts. Accordingly, you will have to do 4D cilia correction every 3 weeks.
• If silk or mink artificial threads were used during the building process, you will be able to use your usual care and decorative cosmetics, since it will not be possible to damage such hairs. As for mascara, it is best to refuse it, and it will not be needed with such a volume.
• For 4D extensions, only a particularly strong hypoallergenic adhesive is suitable.

How the 4D extension will look in the end depends on many factors: on the chosen length of the artificial hairs, on the effect and bending.Let's take a closer look at each aspect.

The length of the cilia differ as follows:

• 9 mm - used for building on the inner corner of the eye;
• from 10 to 14 mm - the most popular length, loved by both clients and craftsmen, is used to form the main volume of eyelashes;
• from 15 to 18 mm - suitable for design and highlight the outer corner of the eye.

A qualified lashmaker always uses 3-6 varieties of eyelashes of different lengths in his work, as this guarantees the creation of the most smooth transition and avoids the effect of excessive artificiality.

There are several types of effects for 4D eyelashes.

• Natural. It is performed without sudden changes in length, which, as a rule, only slightly exceeds the size of their own cilia.

• Squirrel. Eyelashes of small length are glued throughout the eyelid, and the main elongation is in the place located under the bend of the eyebrow.

• Fox. The inner corner of the eye is formed by the shortest hairs, after which their length gradually increases, reaching a maximum to the outer corner.

• Theatrical. To achieve this effect, use the most long eyelashes with a strong bend.

• Sparse. There is an alternation of hairs of different lengths, due to the elongated "rays" the look becomes even more expressive.

• Puppet. Isometric cilia (usually 10-12 mm) are growing throughout the eyelid.

Types of bends for 4D volume:

• J - slightly twisted cilia at the tips;
• C, b - twisted bend, suitable for any type of building;
• D - most often used if your own eyelashes are rare, since with it you can achieve the effect of "wide eyes";
• M - suitable for creating volume in girls whose cilia are straight and grow down;
• U - most often used to create a puppet effect, as the bend is the strongest, giving the look a dramatic effect;
• L - suitable for girls with Asian eyes, "lifts" the overhanging eyelid, makes the eyes visually more round;
• L + - similar to the previous one, but the bend is more pronounced (the L-bend resembles the “mirrored” letter L, L + also has a rounded tip).

It's time to get acquainted with the technology of 4D eyelash extensions. It takes place in several stages.

• First, the client and the lashmaker discuss the desired result.: effect, bending, maximum possible length. The wizard also evaluates the shape, incision, and size of the eyes.
• Next, the thickness of the artificial cilia is selected. When building 4D, it cannot exceed 0.12 mm.
• The lower eyelashes are covered with a special silicone patch in order to avoid contact with adhesive.
• The master cleans the working surface of the eye from dust, tears, skin sebum, decorative cosmetics, after which it degreases and dries the upper cilia.
• 4D growth can occur in two ways. It can be ciliated when the lashmaker glues 4 artificial hairs to one natural, or bundled, when the master pre-forms a bundle of 4 eyelashes of different lengths, combining them with one “leg”, from which the hairs diverge fan-shaped. And already this “fan” he sticks to a natural eyelash.
• The fastening of artificial material occurs at a distance of about 0.5 mm from the upper eyelid - only if this interval is observed after the procedure is completed, the client will not experience discomfort during wear.
• Excess adhesive is removed silicone patches are removed from the lower eyelids. Eyes can be opened.
• If lachrymation suddenly appears, the master may suggest drying the tears with a special fan or blotting them with a cotton swab.

The build-up procedure is a painstaking and quick business. In order to stick one artificial cilia to natural, you need to spend a few seconds. Accordingly, to stick 4, it will take at least a minute. On the upper eyelid of a person, an average of 100-130 eyelashes is present. Using simple mathematical calculations, it turns out that 4D building can take 3-3.5 hours (taking into account preparatory procedures). Novice masters spend 4-5 hours on it.

If you want to speed up the process, then the technology of ciliary building is not suitable for you - the beam will pass faster. However, it has one undeniable minus: if a beam falls out, then it falls out entirely, and this is fraught with the appearance of bald spots with improper care and an excessively long wear.

Professional masters involved in eyelash extensions large volumes, argue that 4D can last about 5 weeks if ciliary technology has been applied, and 3 if it is bundled.

So, you became the happy owner of thick eyelash extensions. Now you have to follow certain rules of their operation in order to extend the wearing period and not harm the natural hairs.

• The first 24 hours it is forbidden to wet eyelashes. If your eyes suddenly watery, gently pat the excess moisture with the edge of a handkerchief or cotton swab.
• It is important to understand: the less often you touch artificial hairs with anything (fingers, a towel, a napkin), the longer they will last forever.
• Learn to sleep on your back even if it’s not convenient for you. The fact is that eyelash extensions in contact with the pillow are deformed, twist and break off.
• 4D volume does not need additional mascara tinting. However, if you nevertheless used this decorative product, pick up what is washed off with plain water and soap or a “wash” that does not contain fats in the composition. And best of all, discard the mascara or apply it exclusively to the bottom row of eyelashes.
• Shadow and eyeliner are allowed. Wash them best with a cotton sponge or stick, using a non-greasy makeup remover.
• As for cosmetics for everyday skin care in the orbital zone, you must opt ​​for light fluids and not use greasy creams - they can destroy the glue, and eyelashes fall out prematurely.
• Wash with warm water (in no case hot), do not expose your face to the stream of water from the shower. To get rid of impurities on the skin of the face, use baby soap or micellar foam.
• Do not try to twist artificial eyelashes with special tweezers - this will lead to their breaking off and falling out.
• If you like to visit the bathhouse, sauna, solarium or planning a trip to the sea, do this no earlier than 3 days after the build-up procedure. Otherwise, under the influence of high temperature and humidity, your cilia will quickly disappear. Try to dive less often at sea, and when sunbathing, protect your eyes with sunglasses.
• By the way, regarding points: if you grow too long eyelashes, they can break off due to contact with the surface of the glass. The solution is to make the length a little shorter.
• If you wear contact lenses, you can resort to the extension procedure, however, you should take into account that the service life of artificial hairs will still be slightly lower than possible due to the need to insert and remove lenses daily.
• Visit the lashmaker on time for the correction procedure. 4D volume requires updating once every 3-4 weeks.

A master class from Eva Bond on eyelash extension 4D you can see below.