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Technical glossary · Lash styles

Classic lashes
explained.

Updated

In plain English

Classic lash extensions use one extension fibre attached to one isolated natural eyelash: the one-to-one, or 1:1, method.

What the term means.

The 1:1 ratio describes attachment. It does not specify a curl, length or cat-eye shape. A classic set can be understated or more defined depending on its fibre selection and the natural lashes available to support it.

There is no open volume fan at each classic attachment, so the natural lash distribution remains a major part of the visible density. A dense-looking photograph on one person is not a fixed prediction for a different lash line.

The technical details.

Notation
1:1, or one-to-one
Attachment
One suitable fibre on one isolated natural lash
Design variables
Diameter, cross-section, length, curl and map
Different from volume
A single fibre rather than an open fan

These are industry definitions. Product names, profiles and availability vary; your artist selects the actual system and construction for your appointment.

A common question.

Does classic mean C curl?

No. Classic is an application method; C is a curl profile. C curl can also be used in suitable volume and hybrid constructions.

Put the meaning into context

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