Lash Aftercare: Tips and Instructions
You may all know about different lash trends, but what about ways to maintain your beautiful lash extensions? Many people still have little knowledge of how to do proper eyelash extension aftercare. Therefore, today we will give you the seven most crucial instructions on how to take care of lash extensions. There are, in fact, more than seven... But if you want to keep your extensions as long as possible, this list will really make a difference.
7 lash aftercare tips
These instructions might even be valuable enough to print out and give out a printed copy of so that you can refer to them between appointments.
After getting eyelash extensions, you need to stick to these seven tips:
Avoid water for 24 hours
For the first 24 hours after your application, you should avoid using water to wash your eyes or taking a hot steam shower that can make your lash extensions wet.
The main reason why we should avoid contact with water in the close-to-eye area is that water can affect the lash glue, causing the bond to become easy to break, especially in the first 24 hours. This directly affects the eyelash extensions, making them easily fall off from the natural eyelashes.Cleanse your lashes daily.
By far, this is the best piece of advice. Cleaning your lashes with a lash cleanser once a day will help to get rid of any dirt, oil, makeup, dead skin, and bacteria that have accumulated there. Additionally, it is imperative to avoid lash mites!
This recommendation may seem counterintuitive to some clients. They might believe that eyelash extensions should never be wet. But this is flat-out incorrect.
Oils, dirt, and residue are factors that can be harmful to your eyelash extensions. Removing oils, dirt, and residue daily can ensure the retention and health of your lash extensions as well as your natural eyelashes.
But there is one thing that you should keep in mind: only use an oil-free cleanser that is especially made for lash extensions. Otherwise, the inappropriate cleanser can make your lashes fall off faster.
Avoid oil around eyelashes
This aftercare tip for eyelash extensions is crucial. Oil-based products of any kind should be avoided. Many people take this to mean no more oil-based mascara. This is so wrong.
This eyelash aftercare tip is not as easy to follow as it may seem. Every facial product has its own astonishing seeping power. This calls for moisturizers, foundation, and facial cleansers. Even if we avoid the eye area, these products can spread all the way to our lash follicles because they are absorbed so deeply into our skin. There is one more thing that you should know: even oil-based body lotions can cause retention issues without the user even being aware of it
Sleep on your back
Your lash extension aftercare toolkit must take into account your sleeping position. In order to prevent any pressing between the extensions and your pillow, it is best to sleep on your back.
Cotton pillowcases can also snag or pull on the lashes. For this reason, silk pillowcases are a good choice for people who use eyelash extensions
Avoid touching or rubbing your lashes
It's possible to have a completely subconscious tendency to rub your eyes or touch your eyelash extensions. Some people even rub their lashes while they are asleep. By doing this, you can cause your lash extensions to prematurely fall out since the oils or lotions from your hands will break down the lash glue.
Say no to waterproof makeup
Why so?
Simply because waterproof makeup is hard to remove. You'll either need a powerful cleanser like an oil-based one or a lot of force (rubbing) to take it off. All of this is a surefire way to lose your extensions before they should.
Maintain lash extensions with regular refills
A full set of lash extensions costs much more than refill appointments. Refill prices are typically about three times less expensive. It is obvious from a financial perspective alone.
In conclusion, with these 7 tips for lash aftercare, you can ensure that your lash extensions stay in great condition for as long as possible. By avoiding certain activities, properly cleaning and caring for your lashes, and getting regular refills, you can enjoy beautiful and long-lasting lashes without the risk of damaging them. Remember to consult with a professional lash technician for personalized advice and recommendations based on your specific needs.
