Rules for caring for eyelash extensions, what is allowed, what is not

Without using mascara, eyelash extensions have grown in popularity as a way to get longer, fuller lashes. But proper care is necessary to keep them looking their best and lasting as long as possible.

Maintaining the look and health of eyelash extensions requires understanding what you can and cannot do with them. You will be able to enjoy your extensions for weeks if you follow these guidelines, which range from cleaning to avoiding specific beauty products.

The dos and don’ts of eyelash extension care will be covered in this article so you can maintain the gorgeous appearance of your lashes while safeguarding your natural lashes.

Allowed	Not Allowed
Clean lashes gently with an oil-free cleanser	Do not rub or pull your lashes
Use a soft spoolie to brush your lashes daily	Avoid oil-based products around the eyes
Sleep on your back to prevent crushing lashes	Do not use waterproof mascara on extensions
Attend regular touch-up appointments	Avoid exposure to steam or saunas

Advice immediately after the procedure

When you leave the master with your new eyelashes, you should immediately change the way you take care of them and follow basic guidelines. The first two days are crucial because this is when the glue dries completely. You will know in the first 48 hours following the procedure if you will have gorgeous eyelashes before the correction or if you will have to have them removed in a few days.

How to take initial care of eyelash extensions:

• The first day, do not wet your eyelashes – this will allow the glue to fix well;
• For two days after visiting the lashmaker, refuse baths, saunas and solariums. Exposure to high temperatures can weaken the glue that has not yet completely hardened;
• Try not to touch or rub your eyes – any mechanical effects are detrimental to extended eyelashes, especially in the first couple of days after the procedure;
• Try not to cry, even from happiness. Tears contain a large amount of salt, which destroys the glue.

Naturally, the girl’s habits and maintenance practices throughout the duration of her eyelash extensions are significant, but the initial days will have the most impact.

Care instructions must be followed precisely if you want your eyelash extensions to remain beautiful and long-lasting. Removing oil-based makeup, rubbing your eyes, or subjecting your lashes to extreme heat can all weaken the glue and accelerate shedding. To maintain their best appearance, choose for gentle cleansing with a lash-friendly cleanser and frequent brushing. You can prolong the flawless appearance and longevity of your eyelash extensions by adhering to these basic dos and don’ts.

General care for eyelash extensions

First, let’s discuss general guidelines for maintaining eyelash extensions to extend their lifespan:

• Every day, carefully comb the hairs with a round brush. The movements should be smooth, from the root to the tip. Do not press too hard on the brush so as not to damage the fibers and the place where they are attached;

• Do not apply oil-based creams and serums to the eyelashes and the skin adjacent to them. Oil can affect the quality of adhesion;
• Do not subject the eyelashes to mechanical stress. Do not rub your eyes, do not sleep with your face in the pillow – all this spoils the extended hairs and does not allow them to serve the required period;
• Do not use a curler – this is a curling iron. If you want your eyelashes to be more lifted, choose hairs with a pronounced curl for extensions;
• Try not to use mascara. Extended eyelashes themselves look expressive, so the point of using mascara loses its meaning. Mascara weighs down the eyelashes and increases the load on the bulbs of natural hairs, and if the composition contains oils, it also worsens the quality of adhesion;
• Be sure to wash off your makeup before going to bed. Sleeping with makeup is generally harmful, and in the case of extended eyelashes it is also fraught with their premature peeling off;

• Sleep on a silk or satin pillowcase. Hairs cling to cotton and linen fabrics, which leads to creases and tears;
• Do not dry your eyelashes with a hairdryer. Hot air softens the glue and the eyelashes are at greater risk.

Makeup with extended eyelashes

Although mascara isn’t the ideal partner for long lashes, this doesn’t mean you can’t wear eye makeup at all. Shadows and arrows can still be drawn.

How to apply makeup with eyelash extensions correctly:

• Use sharply sharpened pencils, liners or eyeliners with a thin brush or applicator. A thick tip will not allow you to draw a beautiful arrow, since the extended eyelashes will interfere with the drawing;
• Give up oily correctors, as well as oil-based shadows. Such cosmetics are difficult to wash off, and the oily composition, when in contact with glue, can weaken the attachment of artificial hairs;
• Use high-quality dry shadows that do not crumble. Fine powder is difficult to remove from extended eyelashes, which means the makeup will look sloppy;
• Do not use long-lasting eye makeup. Long-lasting makeup should be removed with aggressive cleansers or hydrophilic oil, and they are contraindicated with eyelash extensions.

How to properly wash your face

The most persistent misconception about long eyelashes is that they are unsuitable for face washing. Of course, washing your face is something you should do since poor hygiene causes tiny dust particles to gather in between your hairs. They shorten the wear period and detract from the eyelash row’s aesthetic appeal.

The first step in properly cleansing your face while wearing eyelash extensions is selecting the appropriate cleanser. The item ought to be:

• Soft. The skin around the eyes is very sensitive, so aggressive cleansers are not suitable – it will cause dryness, irritation, and everything will tighten immediately after washing;
• Alcohol-free. Alcohol can worsen adhesion, and as a bonus, it will dry out the skin. But not all alcohols are harmful and dangerous – avoid ethanol, ethyl, isopropyl, methyl alcohol, and methanol. Cetearyl, stearyl, cetyl and behenyl alcohols are not dangerous for the skin;
• Without oils. Oils are the main enemy of eyelash extensions. Oil-based cleansers are a direct path to re-extensions ahead of schedule. Almost all eyelash glues have a fat-soluble base, so when in contact with oil-based cleansers, they weaken and hold worse. Of course, immediately after washing, all the eyelashes will not fall off at once, but with systematic use of cleansers with oils, you can not count on long-term wear.

The same guidelines apply when selecting makeup items, such as lotion, micellar water, and gel.

Good makeup remover and cleaning products for eyelash extensions:

• La Roche Posay, Micellar water Ultra reactive;
• Bielenda, Makeup remover Clean Skin Expert;
• Novel, Foam-mousse for eyelash extensions;

• Lashes Style, Provence foam for washing;
• elSHINE, Basic fresh foam.

Removing makeup – instructions

1. Soak a cotton pad, or better yet, a napkin made of satin or silk fabric with a small amount of makeup remover – micellar water is perfect;
2. Apply to the eyelid and press lightly, but do not rub;
3. Repeat the previous step until the eyelid, inter-eyelash space and eyelashes themselves are clean.

Important: Never rub your eyelash extensions, even if you’ve applied mascara to them. Instead, make sure that all of your movements are neat, smooth, and devoid of any strong mechanical effects. Proceed to wash your face after taking off your makeup.

Washing – instructions

1. Gently wet your face with water, trying to wet your eyelashes as little as possible;
2. In your hands, lather a small portion of the cleanser – gel, foam;
3. Spread the product over your face, avoiding the area around your eyes;
4. Also carefully remove the product from your face with clean warm water;
5. If you removed your makeup before washing, pay special attention to your eyes – carefully apply a little soft foam to the area around it, use your fingers or a cotton swab to run it from the root to the tip of your eyelashes – this will help cleanse the space between the fibers, and also carefully remove the remaining foam with water;
6. Dry your face with blotting movements using a towel, and gently blot your eyelashes with a dry cotton pad.

Once your lashes are completely dry, you can use a dry round brush to comb them.

Extended eyelashes and water treatments

There are certain subtleties to maintaining eyelash extensions during other water procedures in addition to daily washing.

Washing your hair

How to clean eyelash extensions while washing your hair:

• Try to keep your eyes as wet as possible. Tilt your head back, like at the hairdresser, so that all the water immediately runs down your hair and does not get on your face;

• Use a life hack – wash your hair in swimming goggles. Yes, it looks strange, but at least your hair is clean and your eyelashes are intact🙂 ;
• Do not let shampoo and other hair washing products get into your eyes. This will irritate the mucous membrane and you will have to rinse it with plenty of water, which means your eyelashes will be exposed to moisture for a long time.

Baths, saunas

For the first few days, you should not go to a spa. You can then use the sauna and baths, but only if you abide by these guidelines:

• The temperature should not be higher than 85 degrees. At high temperatures and high humidity, eyelashes will quickly come off;
• Before entering the steam room, put on a headband or a special headdress. This will protect your head from overheating, and also retain sweat, which, due to the salt in the composition, negatively affects the extensions;
• Do not use oils, oil-based scrubs, greasy masks or wraps in the sauna.

Swimming pool

It is also not forbidden to use the swimming pool; however, it is advisable to refrain from swimming for the first few days before resuming your safety.

A few details:

• When visiting the pool, it is not recommended to dive;
• Be sure to use special glasses – they will help protect the eyelashes.

Sea

Since salt water damages eyelash extensions, avoid getting wet eyes and avoid plunging into the water when swimming in the sea. Instead, wear swimming goggles. There are no limitations in other cases.

Application of creams, serums, lotions

There is a limited selection of products available for moisturizing and nourishing the skin around eyelash extensions; it’s crucial to use creams and serums free of alcohol and oil. However, this is only applicable to the area surrounding the eyes; you can use any cream on the remainder of your face, just take care that it doesn’t get on your eyelashes.

Light creams with a non-greasy texture that absorb quickly and don’t leave an oily film on the skin are best for the skin around the eyes.

How to correctly moisturize the skin around your eyes with cream:

• Squeeze a small amount of cream onto the back of your hand or finger;
• Pointwise distribute the cream over the bony part around the eyes;

• Gently distribute the cream without touching the movable eyelid.

Nothing will shorten the lashes’ wear time if the cream is applied correctly, only along the edge of the eye socket. This prevents greasy cream particles from getting on the lashes. It is not advised to apply cream near the lash line or where the tips of the lashes come into contact with the skin, not even the lightest cream free of alcohol and oils.

How to properly comb eyelashes

Long eyelashes need to be combed every morning and evening. This will prevent creases from forming and the premature loss of hair, giving the hairs a well-groomed appearance.

• Comb the eyelashes with twisting movements from the bottom up, while trying not to touch the place where the natural and artificial hairs join;
• You need to comb your eyelashes from both sides – from the bottom up and from the top. When you brush the hairs from the top, be especially careful – there is a much higher risk of damaging the glue;
• The direction of the movements is determined by the zone – the outer corner is combed towards the temple, the central part of the eye – strictly upwards, and the inner corner – with a slight tilt towards the bridge of the nose;
• Do not press too hard on the brush – minimal pressure is enough;
• Do not separate the eyelashes with needles and toothpicks – this is fraught with injuries.

After the extension procedure, consult the master to determine which brush is best for combing your lashes, either silicone or lint.

Program for maintaining natural eyelashes ➽ – in the editorial board NAILS material, how to take proper care of non-extended eyelashes.

Questions

Are there any particular guidelines for taking care of eyelash extensions in the summer and winter?

No, the care guidelines apply to all seasons, including winter and summer. There’s no difference other than the fact that you run a higher chance of getting your eyelashes wet in a lake or the sea during the summer.

How are eyelash extensions styled?

They don’t need any extra care because the extensions create the right styling. Simply use a brush to comb them twice a day.

How can I extend the life of my eyelash extensions?

The typical wearing time is two to four weeks, though it can occasionally be extended to six weeks. The care you give the extensions—all of which we covered above—as well as their unique qualities will determine how long you wear them. If your lashes are actively renewed and grow quickly, no amount of perfect care will make them last longer.

Can eyelash extensions be taken out at home?

In a different post, we discussed how to take out eyelash extensions at home. However, it is preferable to remove the extensions from the specialist if you have the chance to do so; doing so on your own is not advised.

How should eyelash extensions be cleaned up after a shower?

There’s nothing special to do; just use cotton pads to gently blot the eyelashes after a shower and allow them to dry completely. Brush the hair that has already dried.

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It’s essential to take care of your eyelash extensions if you want to preserve their appearance and durability. You can maintain the beauty and freshness of your lashes for weeks by adhering to a few easy guidelines. Recall that using products with an oil base and rubbing too much can weaken the bond between the extensions.

Use mild cleaning techniques and exercise caution when applying makeup near the eyes. To keep your lashes neat and untangled, use a soft brush. You can guarantee that your eyelash extensions remain in excellent condition by incorporating these procedures into your daily regimen.

Even though it could be tempting to disregard some of these suggestions, doing so could result in damage or premature lash loss. Your natural beauty will continue to be effortlessly enhanced by your extensions as long as you take care of them.

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