Eyelash Extensions Aftercare
How to make your lashes last longer
1. Do not get your eyelash extensions wet for the first 24 hours after application. If you need to have a shower or wash your face avoid the eye area. Be extra careful to avoid steam from the shower/oven/stove or kettle for the first 24 hours after application.
2. Avoid touching, rubbing or pulling your eyelash extensions as this could cause them to fall out prematurely and may cause damage to your natural lashes.
3. Clean the lashes using a gentle oil free cleanser every 3 days or after wearing eye make up. Air dry and brush the lashes to keep them tidy. We retail our own brand of specially formulated gentle lash shampoo. This is available on our online shop or you can ask for one your appointment.
4. Brush your lashes with the mascara wand provided on a daily basis.
5. Avoid using oil based products around the eye area as this could loosen the bond of the glue and cause your eyelash extensions to fall our prematurely.
6. If you can, avoid sleeping on your face. This will extend the life of your eyelash extensions.
7. Maintain regular infills to preserve the health of the natural lashes and keep your eyelash extensions looking full. During an infill appointment, we remove all the outgrown extensions and reapply new ones to give you a full look again. If you leave them to grow out too much, they will not be able to be revived and you will need a full set.
Common Aftercare Mistakes
1. Not cleaning or avoiding water near the lashes. This is NOT recommended after 24 hours. We recommend cleaning them daily to wash away dirt and oils that can accumulate.
2. Using oil-based products such as cleansers or creams near the eye which can cause breaking and weakening of the bonds over time resulting in premature lash shedding.
3. Using cotton buds/q-tips which can snag and leave fibres on your extensions that are hard to remove and can catch on your mascara brush.
4. Rubbing the eyes with a towel. This can pull your extensions out and cause premature lash shedding.
5. Using an eyelash curler on your extensions. This is a big no as it can break the glue bonds, pull out your extensions or snap them.
6. Applying mascara. This is not needed if you look after and maintain your extensions with regular infills. Excessive mascara use can cause clumping, especially on volume sets. Removing mascara also causes excess friction on your extensions which can cause premature lash shedding.