What you need to know before getting eyelash extensions from buzai232's blog

Eyelash extensions are not only the latest beauty trend – they’re big business.Five years ago, 81 salons in Texas had state licenses for eyelash extensions. This year, the number has more than quadrupled to 343 salons.Volume Eyelash Extensions

Each one gets a thorough inspections from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.Inspections at these salons are similar to what you see at any beauty salon. The state is making sure employees have the proper licenses, and that everything from tools to towels to head rests are cleaned and disinfected for each client to avoid viruses or infections.

"They're also looking to make sure that any extensions or any eyelash materials are being kept in a sealed bag, or they're in a covered container. They should never just be sitting out in the air,” TDLR spokesperson Tela Mange says.

The Trouble Shooters pulled the state inspection reports for all licensed eyelash extension salons in Bexar County.

From January through September of this year, 13 businesses here got inspected and no major issues were found. Only three needed corrections, and they were all very minor.

Amazing Lash – Alamo Ranch was inspected in March. The inspector said the salon needed covered trash cans. Management tells us that was handled immediately.

Two locations of The Lash Lounge also received small corrections. In May, an inspector found the Stone Oak location was storing cleaning supplies in a restroom. In September, an inspector at The Rim location found a towel with a dye stain being used, as well as a problem with the way a stylist’s license was displayed.

The owners of The Lash Lounge told us in a statement: “We have been proud franchise owners with The Lash Lounge since December 2015 and currently own two locations serving San Antonio in Stone Oak and The Rim. During our most recent inspection, the State of Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation conducted its cosmetology salon inspection of both locations and we received three minor corrections, all of which were immediately addressed with no follow-up required. The Lash Lounge only employs licensed stylists and conducts on-going training and certifications to provide the highest standard of premium eyelash services.”

State inspectors tell us if you are interested in eyelash extensions, any salon should be able to provide you their inspection report, no questions asked.