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Technical glossary · Fibres & fans

Lash fans
explained.

Updated

In plain English

A volume lash fan is a grouping of fine extension fibres joined at a base and attached to one isolated natural lash.

Also seen as: Volume fans · 2D lashes · 3D lashes · 5D lashes · 10D lashes

What the term means.

The number before D counts the fibres in one fan. A 2D fan has two, 3D has three and 5D has five. This D means dimension, not D curl, and does not tell you the length or thickness of the strands.

A narrow grouping produces more pointed tips, while a wider opening distributes the tips across a larger area. Equal strand counts can therefore create different coverage. Handmade, premade and promade describe formation, not a fan's curl or suitability.

The technical details.

D count
Number of extension fibres within a fan
Diameter
Thickness of each fibre
Opening
Spread between the outer tips
Base
The grouped attachment section

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

A common question.

Is a bigger D number always better?

No. The useful construction depends on the natural lash and intended effect. Extra strands do not replace appropriate attachment or assessment of the overall load.

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