Mapo lash salon: C and LB-curl accents for sparse lashes, Lash Avenue

What is Lash Avenue Gongdeok?

Lash Avenue Gongdeok (래쉬에비뉴 공덕점) is a multi-beauty shop near Gongdeok Station where you can get lash extensions, nails, waxing and sugaring all in one place. If you're thinking about lash extensions near Gongdeok Station, I'd recommend a multi-shop like this where you can get so many different treatments under one roof. Being able to do several things in a single visit was what I liked most. I also heard that foreign customers visit regularly, which made me trust it even more.

• Address: 205 Baekbeom-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul (Pentrhaus Shopping Building 101, 1st floor, Unit 229)
• Hours: daily 08:00-21:00
• Parking: available (free)

If you like natural designs or you're considering your first extensions, I think you'd be very happy at Lash Avenue Gongdeok. From the consultation to the design recommendation, the procedure and the finishing, everything was done carefully, so it felt like a place I could trust. And since you can get various beauty treatments together, it's also a good option if you want to cut down on running around for your beauty routine.

Inside Lash Avenue Gongdeok and its private waxing room

The inside of the shop was spacious and pleasant, and the space was used well enough for several people to be treated at the same time. I was also impressed that the private waxing room even has a shower room, so hygienic care is possible.

The treatment: C-curl and LB-curl accent lash extensions

The treatment I got at Lash Avenue Gongdeok this time was accent lash extensions rather than a full set, using C-curl and the special LB-curl. I'm not a fan of styles that are too heavy or over the top, so I told the owner I wanted something natural that still makes my eyes look clear and defined.

During the consultation, she carefully checked the current condition of my lashes and my eye shape, and recommended the design that would suit my face best. That kind of attentive consultation made me trust her even more.

How long do accent lash extensions take, and are they comfortable?

The accent lash extension took about 1 hour 30 minutes. The bed was comfortable, and the shop itself was quiet and cozy, so I could relax without any tension. In fact it was so comfortable that I fell fast asleep during the treatment. You have to keep your eyes closed for a long time, so it's hard if anything feels uncomfortable, but there was none of that. It finished without any stinging or irritation in my eyes, and I was very satisfied.

Do lash extensions look natural on sparse, thin lashes? (Before & After)

Even with sparse, thin lashes, Lash Avenue Gongdeok chose a length and thickness that wouldn't strain them, and the result didn't look awkward. My lashes are sparse and thin, so I was worried extensions would look unnatural, but the owner worked really carefully, matching the direction and balance of each lash one by one. Because she chose the length and thickness based on the condition of my lashes, they felt hardly heavy and I barely noticed them afterward. I could feel the delicate touch in her work, which made the result even more satisfying.

Before the treatment, my lashes were sparse, so my eyes looked empty and lacked definition overall. Even with makeup, my eyes didn't really pop, which bothered me, but after the treatment it was clearly different. My pupils were emphasized more sharply and my eyes seemed noticeably bigger. The natural design isn't overwhelming, yet my whole impression looks much fresher, so I was happy every time I looked in the mirror. I also really loved that my eyes look defined even without mascara. (⬆️ The photo above is the Before)

How the C-curl and LB-curl accent set was designed

For the design, the lashes in the middle and outer part of the eye were made a bit longer. I used a natural C-curl overall and added the special LB-curl at the outer corner so my eyes wouldn't look closed in. It's a style that isn't flashy but still brings out the accent, so it suits people who don't normally wear heavy makeup.

It was a day that reminded me again that a natural change alone can shift the mood of your face. Just one thing about my lashes changed, yet my eyes look defined even without makeup and my whole impression looks livelier, so it was a satisfying treatment. If I ever need lash care in Gongdeok again, this is a place I'd like to come back to, and it was a satisfying experience.

Verdict: lash extensions, waxing and sugaring in one stop in Mapo

If you're looking for lash care in Mapo, Seoul, I recommend a place like Lash Avenue Gongdeok that is attentive from the consultation through the treatment. It's also a big plus that it's a multi-shop offering waxing, sugaring and even Brazilian waxing, so you can take care of everything in one go on days when you need maintenance. You can get a consultation tailored to the style you want, from natural to more defined designs, and if you can't decide whether extensions or a lash perm would suit you, I recommend talking it through thoroughly and choosing the method that fits you. I thought it's a good place to visit regularly in any season.