Washing Lash Extensions

That itchy feeling that results can have you touching and rubbing your eyes which ultimately causes you lashes to fall out.

Washing lash extensions.

Instead of waking up looking drowsy and bleary eyed having to reach for a curler and multiple coats of mascara we simply wash our faces and head out the door no eye makeup necessary. Eyelash extensions take a long time up to two hours especially if you re going for a refill since they ll need to remove many existing extensions and clean your lashes before applying a. I d had lash extensions applied about seven times previous to my appointment last night and am basically an addict. It may not seem immediately clear how to clean eyelash extensions so in this article we will.

This is a big myth as your eyelash extensions should be washed daily. Let your lashes air dry instead. If you don t wash your lash extensions daily they can multiply and cause irritation to the eye and eyelid. This is my older version on how to clean lashes.

Dry your lashes naturally. Do you have eyelash extensions and think you shouldn t ever get them wet. Eyelash extensions are semipermanent lashes that are hand glued on top of your natural lashes says andra marin artistic director and expert lash stylist at courtney akai lash boutique in nyc. Maintaining eyelash extensions is more comfortable than a lot of people will think.

Washing eyelash extensions might seem like a strange action because consistently applying water may seem counterintuitive but it is an absolutely necessary part of your eyelash care routine if you have opted to wear semi permanent eyelash extensions. After washing your lashes gently pat your face dry with a towel but avoid your eyes to protect your extensions. Yes the process can be tedious my appointments last a little over two hours. To speed up the drying process you can wrap some toilet paper around your finger and gently blot your lashes.

Please check out my updated lash cleaning video here is the link.