I have never been big on makeup, mainly because I have no time and a lack of patience. Ex.: I couldn't figure out how to shape my eyebrows, so I tattooed them on; I don't know how to "blend" my eyeshadow, so I usually only wear eyeliner.
With that said, I LOVE the look of full lashes, but DESPISE struggling to apply fake lashes, only for them to fall off half-way through the night. I've always thought about getting lash extensions, but was hesitant because I was worried about the application (I'd wonder, "Do they tie the extensions on your lashes? Glue them? How does it stay???") and discouraged by the high prices (and hell no, I refuse to get lash extensions at a NAIL place by a NAIL girl).
[Enter KimmieJacob]
What is this? Opening special? $175 off of a full set if you book in November, you say? Lovely, clean shop with comfy application beds, you say? And what was that? Kimmie and her hubby are absolutely AWESOME, you say?--Well then, yes, I shall.
Cheesy-ness aside, Kimmie was greeattttt. Laying down for 2 hours with your eyes closed can get a little taxing (*sigh, girl problems), but Kimmie was so personable and made me feel super comfortable. I honestly felt like I knew her for forever. Her story of how she got started and opened the shop (with her hubby) was so inspiring! I was thinking, "like, omg, can I just be your friend?" If you support small business owners, then, ladies, come out and support KimmieJacob.
Why do I even need to exclaim how good the lashes came out? They are full and luxurious. I went for a more "bold" look and am very happy with the results. I expected the extensions to be heavy (like when you wear falsies), but they are WEIGHTLESS. I have gotten so many compliments, and the lashes make a HUGE difference. My husband asked me why I was wearing makeup to bed--I never wear makeup to bed (EW)! The lashes really open your eyes up and makes you look as if you have makeup on (a positive thing, mind you) all the time. I woke up this morning and was like, "damn, I don't look totally like crap this morning!"
Anyway, just a few tips:
-Price for a full set (with special) is about $125 before tax.
-Initial application takes about 2 hours.
-Can't wet your lashes for about a day after application.
-Fills are recommended about every 3-4 weeks.
-After the first day, you can go swimming, shower, wear makeup (but not mascara--not like you need it), but make sure to use an oil-free makeup remover.
-If the lashes get "tangled" or clump together, just brush them out and they go back to looking fab.
-Kimmie & Jacob are great! read more