NOTES FROM THE STUDIO
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Skin, lash, brow and bridal notes from the treatment room in Lewiston, Maine.
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Bridal
Wedding makeup that lasts a Maine summer wedding: what actually matters
Longevity is mostly preparation, not product. Here is what makes the difference on a humid Maine July day.
September 11, 2026
Bridal
What a bridal makeup preview is and why it is included
A preview is not a luxury add on. It is the appointment that makes the wedding morning boring, which is exactly what you want.
September 11, 2026
Bridal
How far in advance to book a wedding makeup artist in Maine
The honest answer is earlier than most people think, and here is why that has nothing to do with pressure.
September 11, 2026
Brow Lamination And Shaping
How long does brow lamination last?
Brow lamination usually lasts six to eight weeks. Results depend on your hair growth cycle, skin type, and aftercare. The treatment resets your brow hairs into a smoother, fuller-looking shape, and a fresh set gives you months of low-maintenance brows before the effect softens and needs a redo.
August 31, 2026
Facials And Skin Treatments
How often should you get a facial?
Most skin does best with a professional facial every four to six weeks, which matches the natural skin cell turnover cycle. Oily or acne-prone skin may benefit from every two to three weeks during a clearing phase, while mature or dry skin often holds well at monthly. Your skin type and goals set the exact pace.
August 22, 2026
Lashes
How Much Do Lash Extensions Cost in Lewiston, Maine?
What lash extensions really cost in the Lewiston and Auburn area, why volume sets cost more, and how to budget for fills before you book.
August 17, 2026
How long do lash extensions last?
A full set of lash extensions lasts four to six weeks before you need a fresh set, but you keep them looking full with fills every two to three weeks. Your natural lash growth cycle, aftercare habits, and lash type all shape how long each set holds before extensions shed naturally.
August 14, 2026
Lashes
Classic vs Hybrid vs Volume Lashes: Which Set Is Right for You?
Classic, hybrid, or volume: an honest breakdown by look, cost, retention, and which set actually suits your natural lashes.
August 13, 2026
Brows
Brow Lamination vs Microblading: Which One Should You Get?
Lamination reshapes the hair you have. Microblading adds pigment where hair is missing. An honest look at cost, commitment, and which one you actually need.
August 5, 2026
Lashes
Lash Lift vs Lash Extensions: An Honest Comparison
Lift or extensions? A straight comparison on cost, upkeep, how long each lasts, and which suits your natural lashes and your schedule.
August 1, 2026
Lashes
What to Expect at Your First Lash Appointment
A calm walkthrough of your first lash appointment: how to prep, what the two hours feel like, and what happens when you open your eyes.
July 28, 2026
Lashes
Lash Extension Aftercare: How to Make Your Set Last
Daily habits that keep a lash set full between fills: the 24 hour rule, cleansing, what to avoid, and how you sleep.
July 24, 2026
Skincare
Dermaplaning vs Microdermabrasion: Which Facial Do You Need?
Blade or abrasion? What each treatment removes, who it suits, downtime, and how often to book in a Maine climate.
July 20, 2026
Bridal
When to Book Lashes, Brows and Makeup for a Maine Wedding
A real countdown for a Maine wedding: when to book the artist, when to trial, and the exact weeks for brows, lashes, and skin.
July 16, 2026
Skincare
Which Facial Is Right for Your Skin Type?
Match your skin concern to the right treatment: breakouts, dryness, texture, sensitivity, or dullness, including Maine winter skin.
July 12, 2026