Mastering Lash Extension Aftercare: A Recipe for Long-Lasting Lashes
The constant reminder of lash aftercare is inevitable when it comes to receiving your fresh set of lash extensions and there’s a good reason why. A dedicated aftercare routine isn't just a recommendation – it's the key to extending the life of your lash extensions, safeguarding your natural lashes, and protecting the vital health of your precious eye. Listed below, we have compiled our top recommendations when it comes to taking care of your lash extensions:
Cured or Uncured
We aren’t friends with Oil.
Hands Off, Lash Lover
Resist the urge to touch, twist, or pull your extensions. Not only does touching your lashes transfer your natural oils from your skin to your lashes but can also causes damages (sometimes irreversible) to your natural lashes when accidently plucked pre-maturely. Preserve their beauty by leaving them be!
A Makeup Pause
Avoid eye make-up such as eyeshadow, eyeliner and especially mascara or water-proof products. If eye makeup is something that you are unable to part without, ensure that you thoroughly but gently remove it all off at the end of the day.
Make Cleanliness your Identity!
Cleansing your lashes daily with cleanser that is formulated for your lashes is a must. Yes, lash extensions are amazing, but the health of your eyes are much more important, which is why eye care always comes first. By properly cleansing your lashes, you are effectively ridding a build-up of bacterial growth, dead skin cells, natural oils, makeup, etc.
A common myth of cleansing your lash extensions may be that it causes your extensions to fall out faster, but in fact the truth is quite the opposite. By keeping your lashes cleansed you’re enabling your lashes to be free of an oil build up, thus keeping your extensions lasting longer. The only reason why your extensions may seem to last longer without cleansing is due to all the built-up gunk that layers and seals your extensions to each other, which in itself is another issue that causes possible eye infections and damaged natural lashes.
Infill Intervals Matter
Plan for infills every 2–4 weeks, based on your natural lash growth rate. It maintains the full, fluffy look and ensures your natural lashes stay healthy. Think of infills like trimming your hair – regular maintenance for health. Just as any other beauty service, regular maintenance in essential for the continuous growth of natural lashes.
As the beauty industry is ever-evolving, lash aftercare and maintenance is always updating. Be prepared for new products and practices as the industry continues to grow. Keep an open line of communication with your lash artist to stay up-to-date with the latest aftercare tailored to your lash journey.
Lash extension aftercare isn't a mere routine; it's an investment in lash longevity. With these practices, you hold the key to maintaining your perfect set of mesmerizing lash extensions. As you begin or continue with your lash journey, let The Falsie Edit be your guide by providing updated resources and information regarded all things lash.
