{"product_id":"aera-balance-ph-control-gel","title":"BALANCE pH Control Gel — Pre-launch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1.5 \/ 3 · Balance. Condition. Restore.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA lightweight professional pH control gel created for Korean lash lift services, BALANCE supports the lashes both \u003cstrong\u003eduring and after chemical processing\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse it as \u003cstrong\u003eStep 1.5\u003c\/strong\u003e after Step 1 to support the mid-lengths and tips before setting, then return to BALANCE as \u003cstrong\u003eStep 3\u003c\/strong\u003e at the end of the service to help remove remaining product residue, support pH balance and leave the lashes feeling soft, flexible and polished.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWHY YOU’LL REACH FOR IT\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-use \u003cstrong\u003eStep 1.5 + Step 3\u003c\/strong\u003e treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned around professional Korean lash lift techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports more intentional treatment of the \u003cstrong\u003eroots, mids and tips as different zones\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps support the mid-lengths and tips after the softening stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports a cleaner finish after chemical processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight gel texture for controlled application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 mL airless pump for clean, precise dispensing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHOW TO USE — STEP 1.5 \/ 3\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter Step 1 and before Step 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e once your softening stage is complete, thoroughly remove Step 1 according to your professional system. Apply a small, controlled amount of BALANCE through the \u003cstrong\u003emid-lengths and tips\u003c\/strong\u003e, avoiding unnecessary saturation at the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this stage as an extra control point when you want to be more intentional with areas that may already have received enough chemical exposure before you move into Step 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSOFTEN → BALANCE → SET\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHOW TO USE — STEP 3 \/ 3\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter Step 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e once the neutraliser has been fully removed and the lift is complete, apply BALANCE through the lashes. Gently work it through the lash fibre and remaining product residue, then remove excess product as required in your finishing routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLIFT → SET → RESET\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWHERE IT FITS IN THE AÉRA METHOD\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soften + reshape\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1.5 — BALANCE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-lengths + tips when extra control is needed\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1.75 — Silk Wrap \/ Refine Cream:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nourishing + anti-friction support where required\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set \/ neutralise the new lash structure\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 3 — BALANCE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Final pH-control + clean-finish step\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePRO ARTIST NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA lash line is not one uniform zone. Roots, mids and tips can behave differently depending on previous treatments, natural lash condition and how much product contact each area has had.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBALANCE was created to give artists another point of control inside the service. It does \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e replace correct Step 1 or Step 2 timing, processing assessment or manufacturer instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBEST FOR\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProfessional lash artists who perform Korean lash lifts and want more control over processed mids and tips, a cleaner finishing routine and a more intentional post-chemical workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePAIR IT WITH\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse BALANCE alongside your AÉRA lash lift workflow, including Velvet LIFT for processing and Silk Wrap \/ Refine Cream when additional nourishing or anti-friction support is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQUICK GUIDE\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse as Step 1.5?\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply mainly to mids + tips after Step 1 has been removed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse as Step 3?\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply after Step 2 has been fully removed as your final pH-control and clean-finish step.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse every service?\u003c\/strong\u003e Use it where it adds value to the lash line you are working on.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Step 3 or Step 4?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the AÉRA system, BALANCE can be used as Step 1.5 \/ 3 mid-service or Step 3 \/ 3 after neutralisation. Your nourishing cream is a separate conditioning \/ wrap-support step rather than the primary pH-control step.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to use it twice in every service?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Some services may benefit from the Step 1.5 application, the Step 3 application, or both.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it replace neutraliser?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It does not replace Step 2. Neutralisation \/ setting must still be completed correctly with your lash lift system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it at the roots during Step 1.5?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Step 1.5 method is intended primarily for the mid-lengths and tips, where you may want extra control after softening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it with other professional lash lift systems?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is designed around the AÉRA workflow. When using it with another professional system, follow that manufacturer’s processing and safety instructions and use professional judgement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e15 mL · Airless pump · Professional use only\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIMPORTANT\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor professional use only. Avoid direct contact with eyes and broken or irritated skin. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. Keep out of reach of children. Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. 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