Lash Growth Cycles and 4 suggestions for Lash Bosses
Understanding the lash growth cycles can help the lash artists adjust their false eyelash application and help the lash brands know which lash stock to invest.
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Which are lash growth cycles stages?
1. Anagen (Growth Phase)
- Duration: About 30 to 45 days.
- Description: This is the active growth phase, where eyelashes are growing and elongating. The follicles are producing new cells, leading to the visible lengthening of lashes.
2. Catagen (Transition Phase)
- Duration: About 2 to 3 weeks.
- Description: During this phase, eyelash growth stops, and the hair follicle shrinks. This is a short transition stage between growth and rest.
3. Telogen (Resting Phase)
- Duration: About 3 to 4 months.
- Description: In this phase, the eyelashes are in a resting state. The hair is not actively growing but remains attached while a new hair begins to form underneath.
4. Shedding (Exogen)
- Duration: Brief, occurring when new lashes are ready to grow.
- Description: This final stage involves the shedding of the old eyelash as a new one grows in its place. It is a natural, ongoing process where a small number of lashes are lost daily and replaced by new growth.
Suggestions for Lash Artists regarding Lash Growth Cycles
1. Anagen (Growth Phase)
- Characteristics: Lashes are actively growing and are often shorter and finer.
- Application Tips:
- Use Lighter Extensions: Since anagen lashes are still growing, applying lighter extensions will reduce strain and prevent potential damage or breakage as the lash continues to lengthen.
- Avoid Heavy Volume: Avoid applying heavy volume or long extensions that may weigh down the young lash and inhibit its growth.
2. Catagen (Transition Phase)
- Characteristics: Lashes have stopped growing, and the hair follicle begins to shrink. These lashes are at a stable length but still attached firmly.
- Application Tips:
- Ideal for Extensions: This is one of the best phases for applying extensions since the lashes are mature but not yet in the resting phase.
- Moderate Weight Extensions: Use moderate-weight extensions that complement the length and strength of these lashes. Lash artists can apply a fuller look without risking lash health.
3. Telogen (Resting Phase)
- Characteristics: Lashes are in a resting state, not growing, but still attached. These lashes are stable and ready for the new cycle to begin.
- Application Tips:
- Secure Attachment: Ensure extensions are well attached, as telogen lashes can support the weight of extensions.
- Avoid Overloading: Although these lashes are sturdy, avoid overloading them with excessively thick or heavy extensions to prevent premature shedding.
4. Shedding (Exogen)
- Gentle Care: Encourage gentle aftercare from clients to minimize unnecessary shedding and allow the natural cycle to continue smoothly
- Characteristics: Lashes are preparing to shed, and new lashes are forming beneath.
- Application Tips: Monitor and Replace: Be aware that these lashes will soon shed naturally, so monitor for shedding and prepare to replace extensions on new anagen lashes as they emerge.
Suggestions for Lash Brands regarding Lash Growth Cycles
1. Product Development and Design
- Variety in Lash Lengths and Thicknesses: Brands develop a wide range of lash lengths, thicknesses, and curls to cater to the different phases of the lash growth cycle. Since natural lashes vary in length and strength throughout the cycle, having a diverse product line allows artists to select the most appropriate extensions for each stage.
- Lightweight Materials: During the anagen phase, where lashes are still growing, lightweight extensions are essential to avoid straining the natural lash. Brands often focus on creating extensions that are light but durable to meet these needs.
2. Educational Resources
- Guidance for Lash Artists: Many brands provide educational resources, such as manuals, workshops, or online courses, to educate lash artists on how to apply extensions according to the lash growth cycle. Understanding the cycle helps artists use products effectively and avoid damage to natural lashes.
- Best Practices: Brands may offer guidelines on best practices for application and maintenance, tailored to different growth phases. This information helps lash artists make informed decisions about which extensions to use on clients’ lashes at various stages.
3. Marketing and Communication
- Targeted Marketing: Brands may emphasize how their products align with the natural lash cycle in their marketing strategies. By highlighting their extensions’ compatibility with the growth phases, they appeal to lash artists looking for products that promote lash health.
- Differentiation: By demonstrating an understanding of the lash growth cycle, brands can differentiate themselves in a competitive market by showcasing their commitment to quality and client satisfaction.
4. Client Satisfaction and Retention
- Long-Lasting Results: By providing lash extensions designed with the growth cycle in mind, brands help artists achieve longer-lasting results for clients, leading to increased client satisfaction and repeat business.
- Healthier Natural Lashes: Extensions that align with the lash growth cycle minimize the risk of damage, promoting healthier natural lashes and enhancing the reputation of both the brand and the artists using their products.
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Be careful with the lash suppliers saying “We have QC team”!
Saying “We have QC team” doesn’t mean that those lash suppliers really have a QC in reality. And “having QC team” is never enough to ensure the lash quality.
Saying “We have QC team” doesn’t mean that they have a real QC team.
Have you ever met and got a direct discussion with those QC members? Do they work full time as Quality Controllers or part-time only? Do they really know the Quality Controlling methods and have a clear working process with those methods employed? Do they make the decision on Quality Pass/Fails based on concretely-defined-standards?
And Do you know a fact that:
Many lash suppliers in Vietnam are not real lash manufacturers. They’re almost lash trading offices. And those lash trading offices normally ask their salemen playing the role of quality controller at the same time?
You may ask: what is wrong with it? I feel this cross-function model totally OK.
QC teams are actually salemens, and this brings you at least 2 risks:
- 1st risk: those part-time QC doesn’t have Quality Controlling skills.
- 2nd risk: as their main role is sales, they work for comission. They would like to prioritize as much as of their time on looking for customers and order. They have a big motivation to make a move on an order, rather than blocking them from the shipment.
Even when a supplier have a dedicated QC team, the quality of your lash order is not assured yet.
Quality is made in each production step, not at the final inspection. Therefore, having QC is not enough.
Let’s interview the QC of your lash supplier about when & where she do the inspection as a step of quality controlling?
If the inspection just happens as a final inspection at the end of the production, you got a big risk. Let’s imagine the case that they found a defects on the products. There would be several scenarios:
- They still ship the defected lashes to you.
- They postpone the shipment to fix the defects.
- They remove the defects one with no replacement and make a shortage in the shipment.
Eventhough, There is still a chance that:
- They fix the defects and still ship the lashes ontime, but they can’t deny that fixing the problem will cost them more. As a consequence, you’ve lose a chance of cost reduction.
What more should a lash supplier have than a QC team, to ensure the quality of your lash order?
As a basic logic, quality is made in each production steps, not at the final inspection, the quality can only be ensured when the quality in each step could be ensured.
RIGHT FIRST TIME
It means that, your supplier must have a mind set of “Right first time” and “Really know how to have Right First Time”.
Right first time means the quality is right right from the 1st time in each production step.
To have Right 1st time, a supplier must have, at least:
- People for right 1st time
- Method and Techniques for right 1st time
- Process and Tools for right 1st time
- Materials for right 1st time
- Measurement for right 1st time
At Sen Lash Factory, we have invested on these right from the begining. And we have been continuously improving it everyday.
We would be pleased to share with you concretely many of our practices on each of those points, via a direct discussion, not here. We rather be called “stingy guys” than to share our stories and know-how to other supplier…
Because we would like to:
- to protect our customer benefits: our customers must be prioritized.
- to protect our own benefits: since those mindset, know-how, and practices are invested, it becomes our assets and we don’t wanna share with other suppliers easily.
- to protect other customers on the market: to not let “fake suppliers” cheating you based on the stories stolen from us.
Chat with us today to discover more about our practices on this topic.
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Right First Time
Quality is created in each and every production step, not just at the final inspection.
Therefore we invested in…
QC can find the deffect, but at time it’s already a problem.
It’s take time & cost to fix, and may bring risk to your order.
Best Lashes Variety at a Small MOQ
Sourcing for many different suppliers for different type of lash could be a nightmare. We would love to release you from that by a strategic advatage “Best lashes variety at small MOQ”.
1. All type of lash under 1 roof
All type lash for proffesional extension can be found here.
We just don’t serve Strip Lashes or DIY Clusters.
2. Specifications as your request
As we are manufacturer, make to order.
And we have 5 years of proffesional experience.
3. No MOQ on each size
To help you have a best lash variety with a small investment.
4. Kickstart your lash brand from only $2000
300 boxes of more than 100 different types of lash.
Free private label and package designing.
Free proffessional product photography.
Empower your lash business to gain a real competitivenesses
Your lash supplier should be able to help you do your job better; make your life easier and play the role of your assest.
In other world, your lash suppliers should be able to help you gain more competitiveness, create more values to your customers.
Lets discover how Sen Lash Factory can help.
1. Market-leading quality
We can help you gain this quality advantage immediately by
- Complying to the quality standards of top lash brands in US, EU, Au
- be a real manufacturer holding production know-hows.
2. Unbeatable Price
Vietnam Factory-Direct Price, using NO FORCED LABOR.
- Optimized efficiency and cost after 5 years
- No sales cost or sale margin allocated.
Please note that: Sen Lash Factory Vietnam is strongly against using Forced Labor (like Prisons) or Children as a method to lower our cost.
Anyway, we are always in top lash manufacturers with the best cost in Vietnam.
3. Shared Resources – We have many other things to share with you.
In-house designer to help you customize your logo/package/brand identities for free.
In-house professional product photographer to help you take lashes photoshooted for free.
An ecosystem of sharing as open resources that you can make use of, with no cost.
- Ex: We can allow you to promote lash maps using your lashes to @lash_map_sharing to reach more 16K lash lovers.
The most comprehensive support service
As a real lash manufacturer playing the role of a lash vendor for lash supplies, lash brands, lash academy, lash big salons and lash traders… we really invest in the capability to provide you the most comprehensive support service, to make your lash stronger. Lets discover which benefits that you can get.
1. Realiable Manufacturing Capability – No worry about late delivery or any problem.
- For a typical order of 500-2000 boxes, it takes only 7-10 days to complete the production.
- All the production processes are handicrafted by skillful workers who had been selected and trained very carefully.
- Based on everyday continious improvement, after 5 years, We have got a very strong confidence in our capability to manage your order smoothly.
- We’re able to deliver the lashes to almost every countries, by international Express services (DHL, FEDEX, UPS) or hand-carry…which are timely, convenient and safe.
After placing the order, you can count on us 100%. Just go travelling and then when you come back, the lashes arrived.
2. Unlimited Customization – Gain your own difference
Any details on the lashes can be customized.
You may want a different mix?
Or Even deeper, a longer stem?
Or different packaging solutions which is suitable with your brands & buget.
Please note that. Consultation are supported for free. Designing are supported fro free too.
3. Zero-cost Quality Checking
We offer free samples.
You can check the lash quality Online, before trying the samples.
4. One-on-One dedicated Assistant
Direct Instant messaging with a real person.
Is Sen Lash a Lash Vendor or a Lash Manufacturer?
Indeed, Sen Lash Factory is a lash manufacturer, playing the role of a lash vendor.
We’ll give a clear explaination in this post.
Definition of a lash manufacturer
A lash manufacturer is a company or entity that produces or manufactures eyelashes. Manufacturers are involved in the actual creation of the eyelash products, which may include false eyelashes, eyelash extensions, or related accessories.
A lash manufacturer can produce lash under their own brand then sell them wholesale or retail. A lash manufacturer can also be a sub-contractor helping to produce lash under other people’s lash brand.
Customer of a lash manufacturer could be lash extensions artists, lash brand, lash distributor….
The point here is that, the term “lash manufacturer” emphasizes the role of “direct production” – the upstream part of the supply chain.
Definition of a lash vendor
Lash Vendor is a entity or individual helping other organizers or people to have the lash as they wish.
It’s no matter if a lash vendor produce the lash by themselves or subcontract it to another factory.
Why we say Sen Lash is a lash manufacturer?
First of all, Sen Lash is a Lash Manufacturer
- Firstly, Sen Lash is actually a lash factory in Vietnam. We own a physical production site in which we set up people and production process.
- Secondly, We directly produce a wide range of lash at a massive scale. You can find both individual lash (Classic, Volume, Easy fans…) and Promade Fan Lash (Normal, Narrow fans, Camelia, Wispy, Spike, YY…) here.
- Thirdly, The price that Sen Lash Factory is offering is factory Price. It doesn’t include the sale margin, but only production margin. (Sale margin means the margin for trading offices)
- In addition, Sen Lash can customize everything on the product, including all the lash specifications (curl, length, thickness, color….) and its packaging.
…. learn more about the Capability of Sen Lash Factory HERE.
Why we say Sen Lash is playing the role of a lash vendor?
- Firstly, Sen Lash Factory is helping other companies to have the lash that their wish. Customers of Sen Lash Factory includes: Lash Brands, Lash Wholesalers, Lash Retailers, Lash Distributors, Lash Academies…
- In other words, We help to produce the lash and deliver them to the customer’s place worldwide.
- Secondly, We can produce lash with no brand, or under our customer’s brands, with their private label or custom box
- Finally, We aim to have long-term relationship with customers. We allow customers to integrate our capability into their business system.
Why working with Sen Lash Factory is super saving?
Undoubtedly, Sen Lash Factory is actually a Lash Manufacturer playing the role of your lash vendor.
Subsequently, you just need to pay only 1 margin while normally, you’ll need to pay for 2 times or even 3 times of margin if you work with the others.
- Vendor margin: margin for lash vendor
- Sale margin: margin for trading company
- Production margin: margin for manufacturer
Sen Lash Factory directly produce the products, working directly with lash brands, wholesalers, retailers, distributors, academies…. at “FACTORY PRICE”. There is only Production margin there.
HOPE THAT THIS POST CAN HELP YOU!
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How a premium lashes vendor manages its quality?
Premium Lashes vendor always put Quality Management as its first priority to maintain customer satisfaction and build a reputable brand. And It is much more than Quality Inspection.
Here are some key steps that a lash vendor can take to control the quality of their premium lashes
1. Premium Lashes Vendor alwasy use Source High-Quality Materials
- Start with premium raw materials. Select high-quality synthetic or natural fibers that are lightweight, soft, and resemble real lashes. A premium lashes vendor like Sen Lash Factory in Vietnam doesn’t allow to use low quality Chinese fiber for their lashes. We can even refuse customers who request to use such a low materials for any reason.
- Ensure that the materials are cruelty-free and adhere to ethical standards. Buy fiber from branded suppliers who can provide all related documents which prove the quality of fibers.
2. Premium Lashes Vendor always has a good Quality Control during Manufacturing
- Implement strict quality control measures during the manufacturing process. This includes monitoring each step, from the creation of the lash strands to the assembly of the final product. For instant, at Sen Lash Factory, we define the next step in product will be the customer of the previous step. There will naturally a quality control and feedback flow there.
- Regularly inspect equipment to ensure that it is in good condition and functioning properly.
3. Premium Lashes Vendor always has a selective Skilled Workforce
- Train and educate workers on quality standards and the importance of attention to detail.
- Employ skilled lash technicians who understand the intricacies of lash production.
At Sen Lash Factory, we do a little bit different. We not aim to employ experienced people. We employ people who has the mindset of working with quality as their first priority. Then we train them how to make premium lashes.
4. Consistent Production Processes
- Establish standardized production processes to maintain consistency across batches.
- Regularly review and update manufacturing procedures to incorporate any improvements or industry advancements.
Deeply perceive that the consisten production process contribute alot in the quality consistent (as here is massive production), At Sen Lash, we have dedicated peoples to design the production follow for each specific product. And all of the people, machine… will be designed the same to make the production process go smoothly and stablly.
5. Quality Inspections
- Conduct thorough quality inspections at various stages of production. This can include visual inspections, weight measurements, and tests for durability. At Sen Lash Factory, we not only do the final inspection, but also at each step.
- Implement a final inspection process to check for any defects or inconsistencies before packaging.
6. Feedback Mechanism
- Encourage feedback from customers and distributors. This can provide valuable insights into the performance of the lashes and any potential areas for improvement.
- Act promptly on customer feedback to address concerns and enhance product quality. At Sen Lash, every customer feedback is implemented into production on the same date.
7. Pioneer Lashes Vendor leading the Investment in Technology
- Utilize technology such as automation and precision machinery to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of manufacturing processes.
- Implement technology for quality testing, such as automated measurement tools and imaging systems.
8. Excellent Lashes Vendor emphasize the Compliance with Standards
- Adhere to industry standards and regulations for cosmetic products.
- Regularly audit and review compliance with quality and safety standards.
Each customers may have different quality standard too. A premium lashes factory has 2 ways to imply with every standards. The first one is having her own standard which is higher all customer’s one. The second way is to make sure that their organization is flexible enough to catch up with every standards.
9. Good lash vendor with custom Packaging and Presentation
- Ensure that packaging is secure and protects the lashes during transportation and storage.
- Pay attention to the visual presentation of the product, as this can also impact customer perception of quality.
In case of customized packaging, the quality of the package must be the same as the samples sent customers in advance. Before that, the design phase should consult customers with the best adjustment based on experience.
Premium lashes vendors like Sen Lash Factory always have an in-house designer who can suggest their branded customers with the best solutions of custom packaging. It should be able to help in both brand identification and cost.
10. Batch Tracking and Traceability show how professional a lash vendor is
- Implement batch tracking systems to trace the origin of materials and monitor the production history of each batch.
- This facilitates easier identification and recall of products in case of quality issues.
By combining these measures, a lash vendor can establish a robust quality control system that helps maintain the high standards expected for premium lashes. Regular monitoring, feedback loops, and a commitment to continuous improvement are key components of a successful quality control strategy.
How a lash vendor offers customization options?
A lash vendor offering customization options typically provides a range of choices for customers to personalize their lash products according to their preferences. Here’s a general overview of how a lash vendor might offer customization options
1. Lash Styles
Provide a variety of lash styles for customers to choose from Individual lash to Promade fan lashes. These can include Normall fans, Narrow fans, Wispy, Camelia, Spikes, YY… to suit various eye shapes and preferences.
For example, Sen Lash Factory in Vietnam can offer you all of those styles.
To adjust the wide of the fans to be more narrow, we can use another mold
By this way, we can even adjust the length of the base to make it: short/long/medium stem.
Even in normal fans, we can offer you both small volume to mega volume lashes
2. Material
Offer different lash materials such as Konex, Pblack, Spback… Each material has its unique characteristics, and customers may have preferences based on factors like cruelty-free options or the desired look.
For example, if you prefer a bold black, Konex will be the best. If you need something softer and more lightweight, Pblack and Sblack are better.
3. Curl Type
Allow customers to select the curl type of the lashes, such as natural, cat-eye, or dramatic. The curl can significantly impact the overall appearance of the lashes.
Sen Lash Factory offer a full range of curl as customer request
4. Custom Length
Offer custom length options for lashes, allowing customers to choose the exact length they desire. This is especially important for those who want lashes tailored to their specific eye shape.
At Sen Lash Factory, We offer a wide range of length, from 7mm-20mm as normal. And if customer prefer the length out of range with a considerable quantity, we can do too.
5. Custom Packaging or Private Label
Provide customization options for lash packaging. This may include the option to add logos, choose specific colors, or even design custom packaging to create a unique brand identity for the customer.
For further information of Custom Packaging or Private Label provided by Sen Lash Factory, you can refer to the following posts:
Trendy lash box and what define it
Would You Like A Standard, Private Labeled Or Customized Lashes Box Designs?
6. Consultation Services
Offer consultation services to help customers choose the best customization options based on their preferences, eye shape, and desired look.
Ex: Working with Sen Lash Factory, you’ll get a private assissant who will support you with that a free consultation service.
7. Looking for a professional wholesale Lash vendor with custom packaging in Vietnam?
Among so many lash vendor, choose the best one who can offer you the best customization option with an affordable cost and MOQ.
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How to find lash vendors in Vietnam? _ Guiden by detail
Overseas Vietnamese working in beauty and salons, particularly in locations such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and Europe, have played a crucial role in the growth of the lash vendor industry in Vietnam. They bring back knowledge and skills acquired from their experiences abroad, influencing and contributing to the development of the beauty sector, including lash vendors.
Some overseas Vietnamese may choose to invest in or start their own businesses upon returning to Vietnam. This entrepreneurial spirit can lead to the establishment of lash vendors, contributing to the diversity of products available in the market.
Therefore, the eyelash manufacturing industry is highly developed in Vietnam. For a false eyelash brand or wholesale lash vendor looking to produce lash extensions under their own name, the question arises: How can they find reliable lash vendors in Vietnam?
Find lash vendor on Facebook
Facebook is the most popular social network in Vietnam, and every lash vendor in the country has a Facebook account. Some of them use their private Facebook accounts as the official channel for their factory to connect with customers, workers, suppliers, and more. Typically, their names will start with “xưởng mi” meaning lash factory. Since their customers are mainly overseas Vietnamese, their channel is well-suited for consulting with customers and others. You can find them using the search tool on Facebook:
Other professionals will create a Facebook fan page account as the channel to connect with customers, update the activities of their factory, and use English to approach foreigners and overseas Vietnamese who may not be well-versed in Vietnamese. Find them using the search tool on Facebook and select “Page”:
Besides, lash vendors create groups to attract other vendors and customers, making it easier for them to find each other:
Find lash vendors by search tool (google, bing, internet explorer…)
Recently, professional lash vendors in Vietnam have understood that having a website is a good way to approach customers, especially foreigners. They are making efforts to catch up with lash vendors in other countries in terms of SEO and marketing. To find them, you can use Google search:
Besides, lash vendors in Vietnam may have instagram & tiktok account but not very common:
Above is how we find lash vendors in Vietnam. Thank you for reading our post. We hope this information helps you visualize how lash vendors operate and makes it easier for you to find them.
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