Criteria and Rules for Lash Diamond 2020 - Live competition 

Direction of extensions –maximum score 5 points
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Lashes should not criss-cross each other, they should lean in the correct direction and sit exactly on top of the natural lash.
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Coverage – maximum score is 10 points 100% of lashes should be covered (including inner and outer corners)
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Symmetry of both eyes – maximum score is 5 points
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Style, length and curl should complement model’s face shape and bone structure, lashes on both eyes should look even.
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Stickies – maximum score is 10 points
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No lashes or extensions should be stuck together in any way.
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Attachment – maximum score is 10 points.
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A lash extension should be attached to the natural lash securely, without lifting at the base.
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Clean Work – maximum score is 5 points
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No makeup should appear along the lash line. No excess glue should appear on the lashes, skin or eye pads. 1 point will be deducted for every mark on the pads or skin. Judges will check eye pads for cleanliness before competitors remove eye pads. If eye pads are changed before judging, minus 5 points. Lash mapping is acceptable on lash pads.
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Length – maximum score is 5 points
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Extensions length should be suitable for model’s natural lashes.
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Thickness/Weight – maximum score is 10 points.
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Lash extensions thickness/ volume of lashes in a fan should be suitable for model’s natural lashes. Refer to the below criteria for each category:
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In Classic 1×1 competitor is allowed to mix the thicknesses to best suit their models lashes. Maximum thickness allowed is 0.15 diameter. (Flat, Clover, split-lashes are not allowed, just traditional classic lashes).
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For Volume 1*X (mixing thickness in not allowed, but variations in fans are to be adjusted according to models natural lashes):
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0.03mm – Max 8 extensions per natural lash 0.04mm – Max 8 extensions per natural lash 0.05mm – Max 6 extensions per natural lash 0.06mm – Max 6 extensions per natural lash 0.07mm – Max 4 extensions per natural lash 0.08mm – Max 4 extensions per natural lash.
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Judging is based on how well the competitor adjusted the weight (with both thickness of lashes AND number of lashes in a fan) based of the natural lashes of the model.
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For 2D/3D Volume lashes allowed are following: 0.07mm and below for 2D or 3D 0.10mm used only for 2D
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Distance – maximum score is 5 points.
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Distance from the eyelid­ should be the same for all extensions through the lash line. Recommended distance:
Classic Extensions: 0.5mm-1mm
Volume Extensions: 0.3mm-0.8mm
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Smooth transition – maximum score is 5 points.
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An invisible transition required through the lash line with no “steps“.
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Overall look design – maximum score is 10 points.
 
Chosen design is suitable for model’s eye shape and face.
No colored lashes are to be used.
Only black adhesive are to be used.
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Spread Span of the Fan – maximum score is 10 points.
Only for volume applications. Lashes should be fanned in the correct way, the distance between each extension of the fan must be even.
Thickness of extensions should be suitable for the model’s natural lashes.
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Additional Rules& Regulations.
Judging criteria:
 
The judging is blind, meaning only the models will be seen by each judge, with the exception of the Fantasy category. The judges will have no knowledge of which technician created which set of lashes. Models will be identified by numbers on wristbands randomly assigned on the arena. Judges do not judge every aspect of the set. Each judge is given aspects out of 10 to judge. This way they can concentrate on a few aspects of the lashes, rather than all and helps to keep the judging consistent. It also stops any one judge from drastically raising or lowering a competitor’s score, since they do not judge all 10 points.
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This method of judging makes the process a bit quicker, which is good in larger competitions like this. Every effort is made to ensure judges are a mix of experts from around the world. It is your responsibility to read all the rules and obtain clarification on any you are not 100% certain of. If you compete and are judged with a deduction due to a rule that you did not interpret the way it was meant, it’s too late to change this at the competition. Judge’s decisions are final and all entries are judged on the exact same criteria. Have all your questions clarified before the competition to ensure a more satisfying experience.
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General Competition Rules & Code of Conduct:
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No refunds of competition fees are given. Competition entrance fees are non-transferable. Competitions are open to students and professional technicians of all skill levels.
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Lash Diamond 2020  reserves the right to refuse entry to any competitor.
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Competitors and models must be at least 16 years old.
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Competitors must specify the competition division they are entering when the registration form is filled out.
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Once a competitor has registered they cannot change divisions.
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Competitors must enter the highest division they qualify for.
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Due to the large attendance and international participation, Lass Diamond 2020 is not responsible for verifying that each competitor enters the correct division. This is done on the honor system. If it’s found a competitor has registered in the wrong division, they will receive a 10-point deduction in their final score for each competition.
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Each competition will have one overall winner – the exception to this will be in the Novice category where there will be a 1st, 2nd and 3rd place
A 1-10-point judging system will be used; – 1 being the lowest – 10 being flawless. Except where some points are 1 to 5 with 1 being lowest and 5 being flawless.
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Competitors must use and arrange for their own model for the event.
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Competitors who do not understand English, Macedonian,Croatian or Serbian must supply their own translator.
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The translator must be present during the competition briefing and stay just outside the competition floor in a designated area during the competition in the event they are needed for communication with the competitor. This must occur only by communicating via a floor judge.
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Rubbish bins are provided to all competitors.
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No eating allowed – only non-alcoholic drinks on the competition arena.
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All products must be clearly labelled – hand-written labels are acceptable.
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Non-labelled products will be confiscated during the competition.
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Competitor numbers will be allocated on the competition arena via a colored sticker.
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All photos/video taken by Lash Diamond 2020 personnel or contractors are the sole property of the organizer, to be used in whatever fashion deemed appropriate by the organizer without compensation to the competitors.
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After registration, you will be sent a confirmation email. If you do not receive this please contact the organizer urgently as it means your registration has NOT been processed.
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If any competitor is entering more than one competition in one day, we advise bringing one model per category.
 
All contestants must supply: Neck pillow, lamp, blanket (optional), Sanitizer, Couch roll (optional) and your products to compete.
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You can map, but eye pads should be free from adhesive.
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Judges will remove one point for each drop or dot of adhesive.
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The Competition Floor:
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Only competitors and their models may enter the competition arena. Any other person entering the arena must obtain permission from the organizer or floor judges.
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Competitors will be allowed to set up their tools and products during the competition briefing.
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All kit boxes and bags (other than personal handbags that should be placed under the chairs) will be moved to the back wall of the arena. They will not be left at the bed.
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Each competition will have a briefing, scheduled 20 minutes prior to the start of each event.
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Competitors and models must be present for the briefing and remain at their desks until the conclusion of the competition. Once the allotted time is up, competitors must immediately stop working (and stand with their model); all competitors must leave the competition arena until all models have left the area to be judged. (This will take some time so it is advised that competitors take their personal handbags with them).
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Competitors will be allowed back in the arena as soon as possible to clear desks or prepare for removal or the next competition.
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Any competitor found to still be working on their model after the close of the competition will be disqualified by a floor judge.
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When instructed, competitors are responsible for making sure their model understands the judging procedure and directing them to visit each judge before leaving.
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Models must not leave the judging arena until they’ve been judged by all judges.
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Any model leaving the judging arena prior to being judged will be disqualified.
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Finally to note…
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Any competitor not abiding by these rules will take whatever point deduction is allowed in the rules. For those rules not specifying a point deduction, there will be one warning with no point deduction, there will be a 5-point deduction for a second warning and disqualification for the third infringement.
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The Judges’ decisions are final.
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Score sheets for all competitors will be posted after the event at the address supplied at the time of booking.
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In the event of a draw the scores will be reviewed and a winner awarded by the judges.
 
Be kind to your model. It is a long day for them. Make sure they take a bathroom break before the competition. Keep your model fed and well hydrated throughout the competition day.
 
The Lash Diamond 2020 organizers will provide all competitors with a bed and chair.
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Participants must provide their own tools and products including lamp, pillow and blanket.
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The Lash Diamond 2020 Organizers can provide models ( 100 EUR per model)
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All competitors should arrive promptly at the stated registrations time according to the competition schedule.
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Competitors and models will have to check-in and collect their badges to be allowed onto the competition area.
 
Competitors will be given 20 minutes to prepare, clean their clients lashes and apply eye pads.
 
Competitors are not allowed to start eyelash extensions application before the announcement.
 
If organizers notice that a participant has started applying eyelashes before announcement, they can be disqualified.
 
During the competition the competitors must follow ALL the rules and regulations.
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No phones and no changing eye patches permitted before judging time.
 
Before the competition starts- floor judges must check the models eyes for any sign of redness, infection, or applied extensions.
 
Competitors must wear appropriate professional uniform and hair should be tied back during the competition.
 
An announcement will be made at the end of the competition.
 
All competitors must stop work immediately, lay their tools down, clean their workspace and leave the competition area as soon as possible.
 
Patches should stay on the model’s hands, (Competitor removes eye patches and place on models hand, floor judges check eye patch cleanliness.
 
Model carries their own Mascara brush and a fresh pair of pads and hands to judges.
 
Models are not allowed to leave the competition area until their lashes have been examined by each of the judges.
 
After judging, they will need to stay in the competition area for a photo shoot.
 
All competitors across all divisions MUST be insured and spot checks will be made.
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This event will be held in Skopje Macedonia. We hope you can participate in the live competition or attend the incredible conferences of our colleagues.
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