First and foremost, we would highly suggest simply letting your lashes grow out. This will naturally cause your extensions to fall out on their own without pulling your own lashes out with them.
If you choose to not get your extensions removed, they actually fall or shed on their own. "The normal shedding process is the natural lashes grow to maturity and the lash extension sheds with it during the normal shedding process," says Richardson.
It takes around five to six weeks for a typical lash set to shed completely, and even then you might find a few very determined stragglers. If this is easier, we'd say go for it! For those wanting to go cold turkey, a salon removal is best.
"Never cut your lashes or pick off your lash extensions. Picking at them will only cause damage to your natural lashes, and your extensions will eventually grow out and shed with your natural lash cycle," emphasizes Richardson.
Your Lashes Will Become Weak and Brittle
If you don't clean your lash extensions, the dirt, oil, and makeup that builds up on them will cause your lashes to become weak and brittle. This means they are more likely to fall out prematurely and will look less than stellar.
Your lash extensions only last a week!
This often happens when not enough lash extensions have been applied. If you think you've found the cheapest technician around then the chances are they aren't spending enough time during the appointment to provide a long lasting, full lash effect.
However, if there's no permanent damage, any lashes that fall out when you remove the extensions should grow back eventually, perhaps around 6 weeks or so. A caveat: If you're a big fan of eyelash extensions, you may want to occasionally take a break to give your natural eyelashes a break.
Lash extensions are fibers that are glued onto the natural eyelashes to create a thicker, longer eyelash. However, lash extensions can damage or rip the natural lashes. If natural eyelashes are lost due to lash extensions, they typically grow back in a few months.
Oil is the one ingredient that is an enemy to eyelash extensions and need to be kept at bay. Whether they are natural oils produced by the body or ingredients in products used on the face, oils reduce retention of the extensions to the lash and cause them to fall prematurely.
If the lashes are too long or too heavy and you have them for a certain duration of time, there is the risk of traction alopecia. Traction alopecia is caused by tension or pulling of hair for a long duration of time, causing hair loss. The hair loss caused by this could become permanent if not corrected in time.
Eyelash extensions are designed to remain intact for the average growth cycle of natural lashes, around six weeks to two months. During this time, maintenance is required to keep the extensions looking fresh and natural.
Yes, you can cry with eyelash extensions since they are waterproof. However, avoid crying for 4 hours after your lash appointment for the adhesive to completely cure. After this period, cleanse your lashes when you cry to avoid oil and salt from your tears to weaken the eyelash glue.
No, you should not have any problems if you were to have lashes applied (professionally) just once. Especially, if you allow the lashes to come off naturally and not try to remove them yourself, as they begin to shed.
A lot of new lash artists look for an ideal natural lash to apply the extension to - always keep in mind that every lash needs an extension applying to it, so it really doesn't matter which lash you choose to do first.
With proper care, I can get my extensions to last up to a month and a half. Most places recommend you come back every 2-3 weeks for a touch up, but if you're looking to save a bit of money, you can prolong their lifespan. Just be careful not to get water on your lashes and don't use oily products near your eyes.
Most eyelash extensions look great for anywhere from 2-4 weeks. During that time, the extensions will still look and feel full and fluffy. After your lashes stop looking and feeling great, you'll need to return to your lash artist for a touch-up.
Resting your head and lashes on a silk pillowcase is ideal when you have eyelash extensions. Not only will it allow your lashes and the extensions themselves to glide on the surface while you sleep, but you will also avoid any lashes getting caught or pulled like when you use a cotton pillowcase.
Do not rub or pull on your eyelash extensions. Keep your Eyelash Extensions dry for 4-6 hours after your appointment. You may wash your face in the sink using a washcloth, avoiding the eye area. Keep all oil based products away from the eyes and remember that everything on your face will travel to the eye area.
They're high maintenance.
Refill appointments don't take as long, though they are still time-consuming considering the frequency of touch ups required. You also must be sure to properly care for lash extensions in between fills and avoid rubbing or pulling at your lashes throughout the day.
If you're wearing eyelash extensions, avoid rubbing your eyes whenever possible. When you rub your eye, the friction can cause your lashes to twist out of place – in some cases they can be ripped out by a stray fingernail or knuckle!
Generally it is only normal if you lose between 3 to 5 lashes per day. Your natural eyelashes fall off and regenerates at a reasonable rate. When you rub your eyes some of your natural lashes twist off. But if you lose most of your eyelash extensions within the first week it isn't normal.
How Much to Tip for Eyelash Extensions and Lifts. "Twenty percent of the price of any service is considered pretty standard as far as how much to tip your lash stylist at our salon," Clementina Richardson, founder of Envious Lashes (a Victoria's Secret Angel frequent), tells Allure.