This specialised volume technique originated in Russia and has spread all over the world. Russian volume eyelash extensions are specially engineered to be the lightest and most slender fibres yet, able to create a super-full lash look while placing barely any weight on the natural lashes. Our volume sets wrap their handmade fans around your natural lashes for the ultimate bond – these lashes are usually our most long-lasting sets. At Lady Lash, our technicians have perfected the Russian volume technique to create handmade lash fans completely customised to you and your needs.
Our maximum volume set is the thickest, fullest lash set available at Lady Lash, with as many as six lashes delicately gathered into every fan. Creating an intensely dark sweep of lashes, the maximum volume covers every natural lash – this set, therefore, is suited best to those with naturally stronger lashes that are able to hold the dense fans.
Please note: If you’re new to eyelash extensions, we’d recommend booking first for the slightly smaller medium volume set for your first appointment, otherwise the natural volume set. This gives our technicians the chance to assess your natural lashes and make sure that maximum volume would work for you!
Further Reading for those who want to transition from Classic Lashes to Volume Lashes.
Max Volume Eyelash Extensions Before & After
Max Volume Eyelash Extensions Prices
Maximum Volume
- allow around 2.5 hours
- Up to 1000 lashes (fanned) per eye – fans of 7-14D, max coverage
- This look is very dark, bold and dramatic! It’s suitable only for those with strong and reasonably thick natural lashes.
FAQ’s about Max Volume Eyelash Extensions
One of the questions we’re asked regularly about eyelash extensions is about the difference between silk and mink eyelash extensions. Having used these materials for years, we’re very familiar with the features of each material and why you might choose one over the other. You don’t have to worry about choosing which material at your appointment – your lash stylist will be more than happy to assess your lashes and recommend a material for you. All of our lashes are vegan and cruelty-free!
Here’s a little rundown on each type:
Silk eyelash extensions: A man-made fibre with a matte/natural black finish. We use silk lashes in all of our volume sets because due to their texture as they fan out better than faux-mink.
Faux-mink lash extensions: At Lady Lash, we’re against animal cruelty, which is why we do not and never will use real mink fur for lash extensions. Not only this, real mink will not hold it’s curl once wet. We use faux-mink man-made fibres designed to imitate real mink fur. They are very glossy and black in colour and slightly finer.
Flat eyelash extensions: These are a relatively new innovation in lashes – with flat lashes, the cross section of the extension is flatter or more oval in shape than traditional eyelash extensions. This means they provide a thicker, more made-up look without any extra weight (each fibre appears wider, but doesn’t weigh more than a regular extension). Flat lashes are better for those who like a glamourous, darker look. Flat just refers to the cross section of the lash fibre, not the curl. They come in all the same curl types as other lashes.
Yes. This is one of our favourite things about eyelash extensions – you can have pretty eyes when you wake up, straight out of the shower, and even out of the pool! If you’re swimming in water that is chlorinated or salty, splash your extensions with fresh water afterwards or cleanse them with our LashGame Foaming Cleanser. Avoid detergents, oily soaps and eye-rubbing and your lashes should last well. Try to pat them dry gently.
One of the questions we’re asked here regularly at Lady Lash about eyelash extensions is about the difference between silk, synthetic (also known as ‘acrylic’) and mink eyelash extensions. Having used all three of these materials for years, we’re very familiar with the difference, pros and cons of different kinds, and why you might choose one over the others. Please note, we no longer use the thicker, older style ‘acrylic’ lashes – they are not the best quality to we have phased them out.
Here’s a little rundown on each type, the pros and cons, and who they are most suitable for, to help you choose your next set of lash extensions:
Silk eyelash extensions: All of the lashes we use are man-made fibres (real silk would disintegrate within days) and not hold it’s curl. Silk lashes have a slightly more matte/natural black finish, and the ends are not quite so tapered as faux-mink. We use silk lashes in all of our volume sets because due to their texture, they fan out more than faux-mink.
Faux-mink lash extensions: At Lady Lash, we’re against animal cruelty, which we why we do not and never will use real mink fur for lash extensions. We use faux-mink lashes, which are man-made fibres, designed to imitate real mink fur. They are very glossy and black in colour and slightly more tapered on the ends. Some say they feel softer than silk but with new developments, we feel you can’t tell the different.
Flat Lash/Ellipse eyelash extensions: These are a relatively new development, whereby the cross section of the extension is flatter or more oval in shape than traditional eyelash extensions. The benefit is that they provide a thicker, more made up look without any extra weight (each fibre appears wider, though does not actually weigh more than a regular extension). They also last quite well due to their shape. They are not really suited to very natural looks, and are better for those who like a glamourous, darker look. Flat just refers to the cross section of the lash fibre, not the curl. They come in all the same curl types as other lashes.
Synthetic/Acrylic eyelash extensions: These are made from a polished synthetic material and are the firmest/sturdiest of all. In appearance, they are more obvious looking and harder than the mink or silk, and when applied quite thickly, very dramatic. They hold their curl extremely well due to their firmness, but due to this, don’t last as well on the natural lash. Some people don’t find them as ‘soft’ or ‘natural’ looking than silk or mink eyelash extensions, and the thickest type (normally 0.20mm in width) don’t have quite as good staying power as the silk and definitely not the faux mink or flat lashes. These lashes are often the type used party or weekend lashes, as they are cheap. Due to improvements in lash technology, we phased out this type of extension in 2015.
Almost everybody can use eyelash extensions to increase the appeal and look of their eyes. The difference will be instant – your eyes will look sparkly and refreshed immediately! As the glue is applied directly to the eyelash and does not touch the skin, there is very rarely any issue with allergic reactions.
We have a whole separate page dedicated to this topic here.
There are a few simple steps you can take to make sure you get the most out of your eyelash extensions. At your appointment, we give you an after-care card outlining how to take care of them, the main things to remember are:
Do not wet or dampen your lashes for 24 hours MINIMUM after your lash appointment – in that 24-hour period, the lash glue is still in its crucial curing period. Try to avoid: steamy hot showers, baths or the spa, heavy gym sessions, rain, facials and swimming. After 24 hours, you’re totally fine to go ahead! Some salons say you can wet them straight away. We disagree and think that it’s better to wait as steam and product exposure is not good for them immediately.
Use only oil-free products, especially makeup remover – check in with our receptionists or your lash stylist if you need any advice on removers!
Let your facialist know if you have eyelash extensions applied – lashes don’t mix well with steam, so they can usually find another way to give you your favourite facial. If you are getting a facial, please don’t do it immediately after you’ve had extensions applied.
Do not rub or pull at your lashes – the more you touch them with your fingers, the more oil and dirt you introduce to the area. They like to be left alone!
Avoid using mechanical eyelash curlers – these can rip out your extensions!
Gently brush lashes with your lash wand to put them back into place each morning – this will detangle and fluff them out!
Please avoid using mascara on your extensions!
Cleanse your lashes 3-4 times per week using a lash-safe cleanser – see here (LINK HERE) for instructions!
To make your lashes last as long as you can, its best to avoid steam rooms, saunas and bikram (hot) yoga. If you do these things, you might need to come in a little more frequently for infills.
You must use an oil-free, glycol-free, lash-safe makeup remover – oil-based removers will damage the lash adhesive and can make eyelash extensions fall off prematurely. Lady Lash has sourced some high-quality makeup removers specifically formulated for eyelash extensions and we’ve even made our own lash-safe cleanser, LashGame Foaming Shampoo. Please DON’T use micellar water, makeup wipes, baby oil or baby shampoo to remove your makeup – these contain oils, with makeup wipes usually snagging and pulling on your extensions. Once you’ve removed using makeup remover, cleanse with a lash-safe foaming lash cleanser. Please be gentle – they are fragile when wet – don’t rub them firmly, they need gentle cleansing to last well!
Yes, you can – as long as it oil-free and very low in glycol/glycerin. These ingredients attack the glue, eventually loosening the lash bond and causing extensions to fall. The worse thing about oily products though, is that the oils soak into the follicle, and make the lashes more repellant towards adhesives, which can cause issues at infills.
We’d recommend:
Eyeliner: Liquid/pen style eyeliner (oil-free/not waterproof, of course) is fine. Gel liner/crayon type eyeliner (usually containing carnuba wax) tends to stick in the roots of the lashes and is tough to remove – even if used on the just bottom lid. We stock a suitable eyeliner, but most non-waterproof liquid liners are also fine
Eyeshadow: Powder-type eyeshadows are fine. These can also be used with water to create an eyeliner effect.
Primers: It’s best not to use these on the lids if you can avoid, unless they are oil-free and you are taking special care to remove them daily
Mascara: This product causes the extensions to clump together, and often contains oils to weaken the glue bond on your lashes. Especially waterproof mascara! If you are intent on wearing mascara, Lash Lady stocks Max2 Volume Up mascara made specifically for use on eyelash extensions (which is quite easy to remove). To get the best out of your extensions and mascara, just apply the product to the very tips of your lashes and avoid the roots. Mascara on the bottom lashes is fine, as long as not waterproof
Please don’t use mascara on volume lashes – regardless of which brand you use, mascara makes volume fans snap shut/stick together – and sort of pointless getting volume lashes! . We will not usually be able to infill volume lashes that have had mascara applied to them as cleaning them takes up most of the time.
Lash Serums: Whilst not makeup, we do often get asked if these are ok. Most are, but please check with the retailer that they are lash-safe (and not actually banned in Australia – some are as they contain questionable ingredients). We recommend and stock LashGame Growth Serum which is safe for use with lash extensions, contains safe/approved ingredients, and is effective.
Absolutely not – as long as they are applied properly! At Lady Lash, we take special care to ensure that our lash extensions are all applied individually and correctly to maintain your eyelash health. To ensure the long-term health of your lashes, we highly recommend that you take the advice of your lash stylist regarding the maximum thickness and length that your lashes can safely hold. As long as an extension of the appropriate/safe length and thickness has been applied, your natural lashes will continue to grow through a normal lash cycle. Please listen to your lash stylist’s advice about how long/heavy you should go, especially if you have naturally thin or sparse lashes. Don’t try to remove the eyelash extensions yourself – this could easily damage your natural lashes, as the adhesive bond is extremely strong.
Sometimes clients choose not to take our advice regarding the lashes and do request extra long and thick lashes be applied to their thin or fine natural lashes. We strongly advise against this, as we cannot guarantee that they will last well if they are too long or heavy for your natural lash to support. At Lady Lash, we will apply the lashes that you request within reason and always advise you if there are any issues. Usually, as a one-off or special occasion wear, extra long or thick lashes will cause no problems at all, but long-term it can weaken your lashes.
I would recommend generally avoiding non-specialist salons that do not do a lot of lash extensions (it’s a treatment that requires a LOT of practice to become skilled at) or offer extremely fast volume sets that are done in 60 minutes or so (often called ‘Express Volume”) – this incorrect technique usually involves applying flair/cluster lashes that are not intended to be semi permanent, and often results in damaged lashes. Our aim at Lady Lash is to give you beautiful lashes all the time, with no damage to your natural lashes. We customise your lash extensions so they are the right weight and thickness for you, and apply them carefully with excellent isolation- so your natural lashes will remain as healthy as ever!
If you are still concerned, and are a little lash-obsessed (don’t worry, we are too!), we’d recommend using a growth formula that helps strengthen and condition your natural lashes. We stock Lash Game Lash Safe Growth Serum which is a terrific, highly effective lash growth serum that is salon-exclusive and totally compatible with lash extensions.
The short answer: Roughly 5-6 weeks before every lash sheds, you’ll need iniflls at 2-4 weeks.
The long (and better!) answer: There are many factors at play here, including your individual lash cycle and your aftercare. You might be surprised to learn that everyone’s lashes have a life cycle and shed, just like the hair on your head! Once a natural lash’s life cycle is complete, the lash falls out naturally, taking the extension with it. Everyone’s lash cycle is a little different, but on average you should be experiencing a turnover of your natural lashes every six weeks or so.
If you want to maintain your lash extensions, we recommend infilling your lash set approximately every 2 – 4 weeks. By this stage, some lashes would have fallen out as new lashes have grown through. In an infill appointment, we carefully replace these fallen extensions with brand new ones! If you care properly for your lashes, your extensions will last longer (i.e. remove makeup correctly, don’t wear mascara, avoid oily products on your face, and avoid tugging/pulling at your eyelash extensions). Some clients who take extra good care of their lashes get 4 weeks before they need infills! If you happen to have very oily skin, you will normally need infills more regularly.
Max Volume Eyelash Extensions Video
Who is Max Volume Eyelash Extensions for?
A maximum volume set is best for those with strong lashes looking to push the boundaries. The thickest look available at Lady Lash, maximum volume is ‘max’ in every way – our lash stylists create fans with six (or more!) lashes per fan (6D+) for intense darkness. The maximum volume set is a dramatic option for special occasions, modelling/dance competitions or weddings.
