InLei® shields explained: which shield do you choose for the perfect lash lift?
A professional lash lift is not just about the right products and processing times. Choosing the right silicone shield also plays an important role in the final result. Do you want a beautiful curl, a lift from the root, or are you working with long lashes? InLei® has developed several shields that allow you to tailor the result to the client's natural lashes and eye shape. But what exactly is the difference between InLei® Dolly (ONLY), Natural (ONLY1), Total and Forma + Forma Up shields? And which shield do you choose when? In this blog, we will clearly list the different InLei® shields for you.
Why is choosing the right shield so important?
During a lash lift, the shape of the shield largely determines how the lashes will ultimately be lifted. One shield creates more curl along the length of the lash, while another model provides a lift that starts closer to the root.
Therefore, before every treatment, carefully consider:
- the natural growth direction of the lashes;
- the length of the lashes;
- the natural curl;
- the eye shape;
- the desired final result.
By choosing the right InLei® shield based on these factors, you can personalize every lash lift much better.
InLei® Dolly (ONLY) for a pronounced curl
The InLei® Dolly (ONLY) shields give the lashes more curl in the middle of the lash. The result is comparable to a pronounced D-curl. These shields are available in sizes S to XXL
When do you choose Dolly (ONLY)?
Dolly is a good choice, among other things, when:
- the natural lashes grow straight or downwards;
- you are working with hooded eyelids or hooded eyes;
- the majority of the lashes are in the anagen growth phase and therefore appear shorter and finer.
Are you unsure which shield to use? Within this InLei® selection, Dolly is a versatile option to fall back on
InLei® Natural (ONLY1) lifts from the root
Do you want a clearer lift from the base of the lashes? Then you can choose the InLei® Natural (ONLY1) shields. Natural lifts the lashes from the root and can therefore create a beautiful open-eye effect. These shields are also available in sizes S to XXL.
When do you choose Natural (ONLY1)?
Natural is suitable when:
- the client naturally already has a curl in their lashes;
- you are working with almond-shaped or almond-shaped eyes;
- the lashes have an irregular growth direction.
Note: Natural is less suitable for clients with hooded eyelids or hooded eyes. In that case, another type of shield, such as Dolly (ONLY), may better suit the eye shape and desired result.
InLei® Total 10: Dolly (ONLY) and Natural (ONLY1) in one set
Do you want to have different options at hand? Then the InLei® Total 10 shields are a convenient choice. This set combines Dolly (ONLY) and Natural (ONLY1) and includes sizes from S to XXL. This allows you to determine per client whether you want to create more curl in the middle of the lash or more lift from the root. For lash lift professionals who regularly work with different eye shapes, lash lengths, and growth directions, Total 10 provides extra flexibility.
InLei® Forma + Forma Up: one size, different options
In addition to Dolly (ONLY) and Natural (ONLY1), InLei® also has Forma + Forma Up. These shields are available in one size and are suitable for a wide range of eye shapes. And ideal for the Korean technique. An important difference with these shields is that they taper. This makes them particularly interesting for longer lashes. Although Forma and Forma Up are supplied together, they each have their own properties.
When do you choose InLei® Forma?
Forma is suitable for, among other things:
- a lower, softer lash lift;
- long lashes;
- almond-shaped eyes;
- deep-set or hooded eyes;
- overtreated lashes;
- lifting the corners of the lashes.
Forma is therefore interesting when you want more control over a softer lift result or when the lashes require extra attention.
When do you choose InLei® Forma Up?
Forma Up can be used for, among other things:
- straight or downward-growing lashes;
- widely spaced lashes;
- long lashes;
- irregular lash growth;
- lifting the corners of the lashes.
This allows you to work towards a beautiful lift result even with longer or more difficult-growing lashes.
Dolly, Natural, Total or Forma: which InLei® shield do you choose?
The main differences are easy to remember:
Dolly (ONLY): more curl in the middle of the lash.
Natural (ONLY1): more lift from the root.
Total 10: combination of Dolly and Natural in sizes S to XXL.
Forma: for longer lashes and a softer/lower lift, among other things.
Forma Up: for long, straight, or downward-growing lashes and a stronger lift, among other things.
So there is no single shield that is automatically the best choice for every client. Always look at the eye shape, length, growth direction, and condition of the natural lashes before you start.
Which size InLei® shield do you choose?
For Dolly (ONLY) and Natural (ONLY1), you have a choice of S, M, L, XL, and XXL. When determining the size, do not only look at the length of the natural lashes. The part of the shield where the lashes rest and the desired final result also play a role. The right combination of type and size gives you as a lash lift professional much more control over the final result.
More control over every lash lift
It is precisely the different shapes that make the InLei® shield range so interesting. You do not have to give every client the same lift, but can adapt the treatment to what you envision for them.
- Do you want more curl? Look at Dolly.
- Do you want lift mainly from the root? Choose Natural.
- Do you want both lines in different sizes in your salon? Then Total 10 is ideal.
- And do you work a lot with long lashes or want to be able to target eye shape, growth direction, or the Korean technique even more precisely? Then Forma and Forma Up offer extra possibilities.
This way, choosing a shield becomes not a standard step in the treatment, but an important part of a fully personalized InLei® Lash Filler treatment.
