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• Last Updated: May 17, 2026
• Next Review Date: November 17, 2026
• Author: LASHMAITRE Education & Design Team

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1. The Visual Language: Why Your Salon Needs an Eyelash Extension Chart

In the high-precision world of lash artistry, language barrier is the number one cause of client dissatisfaction. When a client sits in your chair and asks for “natural,” she might be visualizing a 10mm Classic set. When you hear “natural,” you might be planning a 12mm Hybrid set using C-curls. This misalignment costs you money, reviews, and retention.

Enter the eyelash extension chart. This is not merely a poster on your waiting room wall; it is your translator, your sales assistant, and your liability shield. A comprehensive, professional eyelash extension chart bridges the gap between technical terminology and client desire.

For the B2B salon owner, investing in high-quality, branded charts serves three critical strategic purposes:

1. Professional Authority: Displaying detailed technical charts shows you operate with precision standards, distinguishing you from “kitchen table” lashers.
2. Efficiency: It drastically shortens consultation time. Instead of explaining what “Cat Eye” means for 10 minutes, the client simply points to the diagram on the eyelash extension chart.
3. Revenue Growth: It visually demonstrates the difference between “Classic” and “Volume,” making the upsell obvious and easier to close.

As a factory-direct brand, LASHMAITRE provides these educational assets to our wholesale partners. This guide breaks down the seven essential charts every modern salon must utilize.

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2. The Curl Chart: Decoding the Physics of Lift (J, B, C, D, L, M)

Clients don’t know what “D-Curl” or “M-Curl” means technically. They need to see the curve profile. Your eyelash extension chart must depict the side profile of each curl to manage expectations effectively.

The Standard Scale

• J-Curl (30° Lift): The most natural curl. It looks like a natural lash with a coat of mascara. It is rarely used for top lashes in 2026 but is essential for male grooming services.
• B-Curl (45° Lift): A soft, sophisticated curl. It is the secret weapon for inner corners where natural lashes are short and straight.
• C-Curl (60° Lift): The industry standard “open eye” look. It mimics a lash perm. If a client is unsure, the eyelash extension chart should highlight this as the “Safe Bet.”
• D-Curl (70° Lift): Dramatic and visible from the front. This is for the client who says, “I want people to know I have lashes.”

The Specialty Scale (2026 Trends)

• CC-Curl: The perfect middle ground between C and D. It offers lift without the extreme loop of a D-curl.
• L-Curl (90° Lift with Flat Base): The hero for hooded eyes. Your eyelash extension chart should show how the flat base slides under the hood while the tip lifts past it.
• M-Curl: A smoother, modern lift for a “Fox Eye” effect. It lifts downward-pointing lashes without the harsh angle of the L.

B2B Strategy: Don’t just list letters. Your chart needs to show “Before and After” illustrations for each curl type.

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3. The Length Chart: Balancing Drama with Safety

Length is the area where clients have the most unrealistic expectations. They want “Kim K” length on “Baby” lashes. Your eyelash extension chart is your objective tool to say “No” politely but firmly.

The Rule of 2mm-3mm

Your chart should visualize the “Safe Extension Rule”: never go more than 2-3mm longer than the natural lash.

• Short (6mm – 9mm): Vital for inner corners and bottom lashes.
• Medium (10mm – 12mm): The sweet spot for retention. Most “Natural” sets fall here.
• Long (13mm – 15mm): For special occasions or clients with incredibly strong natural lashes.
• Extreme (16mm+): High risk of twisting and damage. Mark these as “Consultation Required” on your eyelash extension chart.

Visual Aid: Your chart should include a diagram of a lash drooping under too much weight (the “seesaw effect”) next to a healthy, lifted lash. This visual usually convinces clients to choose a shorter, healthier length.

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4. The Thickness (Diameter) Chart: The Science of Weight

This is the most technical chart, primarily used for explaining the price difference between Volume and Classic. A client might ask, “Why is Volume more expensive if the lashes are thinner?” Your eyelash extension chart answers this.

The Diameter Spectrum

• 0.15mm / 0.18mm: Standard Classic (1 extension per lash). Used for the “Mascara Look.”
• 0.10mm: Fine Classic or 2D Volume. Great for older clients with weak lashes.
• 0.07mm: Standard Volume (3D-5D fans).
• 0.05mm: Mega Volume (6D-10D fans).
• 0.03mm: Extreme Mega Volume (10D-15D fans).

The Upsell: Use this section of the eyelash extension chart to demonstrate value. “See how much thinner these 0.05mm fibers are? I have to hand-make a fan of 5 fibers to equal the weight of one Classic lash. That creates a fluffy, dense look that takes more skill to craft.”

Lash Inc on Safe Weight Charts

Source: Lash Inc Magazine

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5. The Eye Shape Chart: Corrective Mapping Strategies

This is your diagnostic tool. A professional stylist doesn’t just apply lashes; they correct eye shapes.

Common Shapes & Solutions

• Almond Eyes: The universal donor. Can wear any style.
• Round Eyes: Needs a Cat Eye map (longer ends) to elongate and reduce the “startled” look.
• Hooded Eyes: Needs L-Curl or M-Curl to lift past the skin fold. A standard C-curl will get buried.
• Downturned Eyes: Needs a Squirrel map (lift at the arch) to pull the eye up. Avoid Cat Eye, as it drags the corner down further.
• Monolid: Requires a specific eyelash extension chart mapping that emphasizes the center to open the eye vertically.

B2B Strategy: During the consultation, print a small version of this chart. Circle the client’s eye shape with a red pen. It makes them feel analyzed and professionally cared for.

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6. The Face Shape Chart: Harmonizing Lashes with Bone Structure

Advanced salons go beyond eye shape; they look at the whole face. This is a new trend in 2026. Adding a Face Shape section to your eyelash extension chart positions you as a “Facial Architect.”

The Geometry of Beauty

• Round Face: Needs a high-lift, spiky style (like the “Wispy” or “Kim K” look) to add vertical lines and structure.
• Square Face: Needs a softer, rounder lash map (Doll Eye) to soften the jawline angles.
• Long/Oval Face: Can handle a dramatic Cat Eye to add width and balance the length of the face.

Using an eyelash extension chart that includes face shapes allows you to offer a “Total Visagiste” consultation, justifying a higher price point.

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7. The Color Theory Chart: Upselling Brown and Colored Lashes

Colored lashes are no longer just for festivals. They are a massive trend for creating specific effects.

The Color Wheel for Lashes

• Mocha / Dark Brown: Essential for blondes, redheads, and older clients. Black can look harsh on fair skin tones.
• Purple / Blue: Makes green and brown eyes pop. Use as a subtle highlight mixed with black.
• Red / Pink: Trends for Valentine’s Day or creative shoots.

B2B Application: Keep a “Color Swatch” ring or chart next to your standard eyelash extension chart. Ask every blonde client: “Have you tried our Espresso Lashes? They look much more natural on your skin tone.”

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8. The Adhesive Environment Chart: A Technical Guide for Staff

This chart is for your back room, not the client. It ensures your staff chooses the right glue for the day’s weather.

Humidity vs. Speed

• Low Humidity (<30%): Glue dries slower. Use a Fast Glue (0.5s) or a humidifier.
• Ideal Humidity (45-55%): Glue dries at normal speed (1-2s).
• High Humidity (>60%): Glue dries instantly (Shock Cure). Use a Slow Glue (2-3s) or a dehumidifier.

Having this technical eyelash extension chart visible in the staff room reduces retention complaints caused by environmental factors.

Shop Wholesale “Humidity-Adaptive” Adhesives

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9. The Style Menu: Naming and Visualizing Your Services

Finally, put all the technical details together into “Styles” that clients understand.

The Visual Menu

• Natural / Classic: 90% coverage, 1:1 application. Show a photo of a “Mascara Look.”
• Hybrid / Textured: Mixed lengths, “Kim K” spikes. Show a photo of a “Wispy Look.”
• Volume / Fluffy: 100% coverage, handmade fans (3D-6D). Show a photo of a “Soft Glam Look.”
• Mega / Blackout: Darkest lash line possible (10D+). Show a photo of an “Insta-Glam Look.”

Tip: Use real photos of your work for this section of the eyelash extension chart, not stock images. Real photos build trust.

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10. Consultation Mastery: Using Charts to Close the Sale

Your eyelash extension chart is a sales script disguised as a poster. Here is how to use it.

The “Good, Better, Best” Technique

1. Point to Classic: “This is a beautiful, natural mascara look. It’s our ‘Good’ option.”
2. Point to Hybrid: “This adds a bit more texture and fluffiness. It’s our ‘Better’ option.”
3. Point to Volume: “This is our most popular. It fills in all the gaps and gives you that soft, dark eyeliner effect without makeup. It’s our ‘Best’ option and only $40 more.”

Result: The visual comparison on the eyelash extension chart makes the value of Volume obvious, increasing your average ticket size.

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11. Digital vs. Print: How to Display Your Guides

How should you present this wealth of information?

The Wall Poster (Aesthetics)

• Pros: Great for decor and passive education in the waiting room.
• Cons: Can’t update it easily.

The Digital Tablet (Consultation)

• Pros: Zoom in on details. Swipe between “Before & Afters.” Interactive.
• Cons: Requires hardware (iPad).

Recommendation: Have a large, beautiful Eye Shape Chart on the wall for aesthetics, and use an iPad for the specific Curl & Length Charts during the one-on-one consult.

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12. FAQ: Troubleshooting with Visual Aids

Q: Where can I get a branded eyelash extension chart for my salon?

A: LASHMAITRE offers customizable digital charts for our wholesale partners. You can add your logo and print them for your salon walls or menu.

Q: Do I need to show the chart to every client?

A: For new clients, yes! It aligns expectations and prevents the “I hate them” reaction. For returning clients, bring out the chart only if they want to change their style or if you are suggesting an upgrade.

Q: Can I mix curls on one eye?

A: Absolutely. Advanced mapping often uses C-curl in the inner corner and D-curl in the outer corner. You can show this transition on your mapping eyelash extension chart to explain why you are using different boxes of lashes.

Q: What if a client wants a length that isn’t safe?

A: Use the Length Chart to explain why you can’t do it. “See this diagram? A 15mm lash on your 9mm natural lash creates too much leverage (the seesaw effect) and will cause damage. Let’s do a 12mm Volume set for more drama instead.”

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13. Conclusion: Visualize Your Success

A comprehensive eyelash extension chart is more than a piece of paper; it is the blueprint for a successful client relationship. It empowers your clients to choose with confidence, empowers your artists to execute with precision, and empowers your business to sell higher-value services.

Don’t let language barriers ruin your retention. Partner with LASHMAITRE to access our library of professional visual aids and premium lash supplies. Let’s make every consultation a conversion.

See It. Map It. Lash It.

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