Despite the presence of extended eyelashes, it is necessary to wash the eyes in order to avoid the development of mucosal diseases. How exactly to do this is usually explained to the girls by the lashmaker immediately after the procedure.
A clear understanding of which products can be used and which components of the washing compositions should be avoided will help girls not only wear artificial eyelashes for the longest possible period, but also minimize the risk of allergic reactions.
Can eyelash extensions be washed?
How to wash extended eyelashes, what frequency should be observed, as well as what ignoring the simplest hygiene rules can lead to during the period after the cosmetic procedure for gluing artificial hairs, the girl should check with her master.
Standard Recommendations: Usually, you are allowed to touch, wash and comb your eyelash extensions only 24 hours after the procedure.
Despite the fact that the overwhelming majority of adhesives used in building-up "set" completely in 5-7 hours, professional lashmakers deliberately increase the time during which it is highly not recommended to mechanically act on artificial hairs.
This "safety net" is connected not so much with the fact that the glued eyelashes can come off, but with the fact that, by changing their position in the first hours after extension, the client can damage the structure of the natural hair. It is a mistake to believe that the less often fake eyelashes are in contact with water, the longer they will last.
Ignoring the rules of facial hygiene can lead to damage to the mucous membrane by bacteria, which will cause the manifestation of acute symptoms of a progressive disease (redness, itching, a feeling of "sandy", swelling). In order to avoid this, it is necessary to wash the extended eyelashes, but only a day after they are glued, as well as with means specially designed for this.
Washing rules so that no white coating remains
White plaque on artificial hairs can form for 2 reasons:
- use by a master of low-quality glue for attaching eyelashes;
- destruction of the top layer of the adhesive.
So that no white bloom remains on eyelash extensions, lashmakers recommend observing simple rules for washing your face after the procedure:
- use water for washing only at room temperature and below (when it comes into contact with a liquid of high temperature, the glue will weaken its properties, which after a week will lead to the loss of the build-up result);
- avoid applying running water to artificial hairs (filtered or boiled water does not leave a white coating, does not destroy the outer layer of glue, and also keeps eyelashes soft and fluffy);
- during washing, do not press or rub the eyelids (this can lead not only to the destruction of the glue layer and the appearance of white plaque, but also damage to small hairs located on the border with the mucous membrane);
- wash only with special means, avoiding fatty compounds, including oils, fatty acids;
- avoid contact of eyelashes with chlorinated or salt water (if the "forbidden" liquid accidentally gets on the hairs, it is necessary to wash the extended eyelashes with boiled or filtered water as soon as possible).
Washing
You can wash your eyelash extensions both with ordinary water and with a micellar composition, foam or usual cleansers. In order to choose the most suitable way of caring for themselves, girls need to study the features and influence on artificial hairs of each of them.
| Care method | a brief description of |
| Plain water | The most favorable way to care for artificial hair, provided that the water is not running, but purified. It has no effect either on the eyelashes themselves or on the mucous membranes of the eyes, gently cleansing the face from various impurities. It is recommended to wash with water 2 times a day. During hygiene procedures, it is necessary to avoid a direct stream of liquid on the ciliary row. The best option is to rinse your face and gently blotting movements to remove excess liquid from the skin, avoiding the eye area. Let the eyelids and lashes dry on their own. |
| Micellar water | Used to remove makeup from the eyelid area. Considering the fact that there are no fatty components in the composition of micellar water, it does not affect the duration of wearing of extended eyelashes and their appearance. The frequency of use is indicated by the manufacturer on the packaging of a specific care composition. The standard washing algorithm includes the need to soak a cotton pad in micellar water and, avoiding pressure and intense rubbing, remove cosmetics from the eyes. |
| Foam for washing | When choosing a foam for washing the eyes after the extension procedure, you must make sure that it is free of fatty acids and oils. A properly selected product has a light consistency, the regular use of which does not affect the duration of wearing artificial eyelashes and does not tighten the delicate skin of the eyelids. It is allowed to carry out hygiene procedures with washing foam up to 2 times a day. For a thorough cleansing, it is necessary to apply a small amount of the product (it foams well) on the palm, foam with intensive rubbing of the hands and massage over the face. The eyelashes themselves, keeping the eyes closed, it is recommended to gently rinse the composition along the direction of growth of natural hairs. |
| General Purpose Cleanser | General purpose cleansers are allowed to be used for washing eyes and eyelashes only as a last resort (no more than 3 times a week). They usually contain active ingredients that are not comparable with sensitive mucous membranes. If a small amount of the product accidentally gets into the eyes, the organs of vision become very irritated, redden, begin to hurt or itch. In such conditions, it is almost impossible to avoid mechanical impact on extended eyelashes. That is why cleansers that are not intended to cleanse the skin around the eyes are allowed to be used rarely and as carefully as possible. |
Subject to the correct choice of care product, artificial eyelashes will retain their original appearance for at least the first 2-3 weeks after the extension procedure.
What means and composition can harm
To understand what products for washing extended eyelashes to avoid, you need to study list of the main components of their compositioncapable of destroying the top layer of glue and thus significantly shortening the wear period of artificial hairs:
- salt water, especially in hypertonic concentration;
- carnauba wax (usually included in mascara);
- oils and fatty acids of all types;
- cream, oily consistency (including tonal bases and make-up bases).
When wearing eyelash extensions, it is necessary to minimize visiting the pool and swimming in sea water. Tears can also weaken the glue. In case of accidental contact of the eyelashes with the "forbidden" composition, it is necessary to immediately remove it from the lash line, wash and apply "permitted" means, for example, micellar water, to the contact points.
Wiping
How to wash eyelash extensions and wipe them after hygiene procedures is necessary according to strict rules:
- To get rid of excess liquid, you should use a cotton pad, cotton swabs or a small piece of soft cloth (a regular towel is made of a coarse material, which, if inadvertently touched the eyelash attachment line, can not only weaken the "glue" of the glue, but also spoil the condition of natural hairs).
- Do not rub or apply strong pressure on the eyes and eyelashes (this provokes a change in the position of the glued hairs and the appearance of "cracks" in the hardened adhesive composition. Blotting movements that imply minimal effect on the eyelashes are best suited for wiping artificial hairs).
- You should wipe eyelashes only after leaving the bathroom or another room if there is a high temperature inside it (hot air "melts" the glue. As a result of the weakening of the properties of the "fixer" and mechanical action on the hairs during drying, they fall out in large quantities in the process of getting rid of excess moisture).
To minimize the risk of rapid loss of eyelash extensions, it is recommended to let them dry on their own after washing.
Combing
It is necessary to comb the extended eyelashes not only in order to avoid their tangling and thus prolong their wearing period, but also to stimulate the hair follicles of natural hairs. Improving blood circulation in this area will promote the growth of your eyelashes.
To organize the ciliary row, you should purchase a special brush of any type (there are 2 varieties on the consumer market).
It is necessary to comb the extended hairs taking into account the recommendations of professional lashmakers:
- carry out the procedure at least 1 time a day;
- for the first time, combing is allowed only a day after building;
- the movement of the hand should be directed along the growth of natural eyelashes (from the eyelid to the tip of the hair);
- avoid contact of the brush with the skin of the eyelid and the area of attachment of artificial hairs;
- the ordering procedure is recommended to be carried out exclusively with dry eyelashes;
- avoid using available tools for combing hairs (for example, needles);
- the directional movements of the brush should be smooth and light (a rough effect on the eyelashes shortens the period of their wear).
Both to wash the extended eyelashes and to comb them, it is necessary to be more accurate and careful as the period of wearing artificial material on the eyelids increases. This is important, because over time, the "adhesion" of the glue to the base of the natural hair weakens, which increases the risk of pulling out the artificial eyelash in the process of careless maintenance.
Taking a shower or bath
You can take a shower or a bath either without or with eyelash extensions.
So that such hygiene procedures do not affect the duration of wearing artificial hairs, you must follow the basic recommendations of lashmakers:
- avoid rough rubbing of the ciliary row, even if soap gets on the mucous membrane;
- while washing your hair, throw your head back as much as possible so as to minimize the risk of shampoo getting on the eyelashes;
- wash in water at room temperature;
- before going to bed after taking a shower or bath, let the eyelashes dry (otherwise they will lose their splendor and begin to stick out in different directions even after combing);
- avoid getting water vapor on the eye area;
- protect eyes and eyelashes from contact with body creases (shower gel, milk, cream).
Observing the recommendations of beauty specialists, a girl who has grown eyelashes will be able to enjoy the result of the procedure for 1-1.5 months.
Bath and sauna visits
One of the recommendations of the masters regarding the care of extended eyelashes in the first days after the procedure is a complete rejection of the bath and sauna.
Despite the fact that the glue hardens completely after a day, lashmakers do not encourage visiting such establishments throughout the entire period of wearing artificial hairs. High air temperature, water vapor and high humidity "melt" the glue, as a result of which the eyelashes fall off, lose their splendor, and deform.
If a visit to the bathhouse and sauna is an integral part of a girl's life, which is difficult to refuse for the period of wearing artificial eyelashes, experts advise to reduce the time spent in the "steam zone" to 5-7 minutes. in a day.
Long-term wearing rules
In order for the eyelash extensions to be worn as long as possible, their owner should adhere to the generally accepted recommendations for caring for them and leading a lifestyle during this period:
- avoid positions during sleep, when the lash line would be in direct contact with a pillow or blanket;
- do not use waterproof mascara (if urgently needed, it is allowed to apply a thin layer of water-based mascara, but only from the middle of the artificial hair);
- minimize touching the eyes, intensive rubbing of eyelashes and any other mechanical impact;
- for make-up remover use only means "safe" for the adhesive composition;
- exclude curling of artificial hairs using special forceps, especially hot ones;
- you must periodically visit your lashmaker to carry out a timely correction procedure.
It is necessary to wash the extended eyelashes as carefully as possible, as well as to do other procedures for their care, avoiding rough mechanical impact on the eyelash row. Regular brushing, proper wiping and correct selection of care products are the key to long-term wearing of artificial hairs, usually ranging from 2 weeks to 2 months.
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