We pay so much attention to washing our hair, cleansing our face and moisturising our body – but one thing that often gets forgotten is eyelashes. If you think about it, your eyelashes do a lot of heavy lifting! They protect your eyes from airborne dust, lint and other debris. They act like a filter for your eyes and like most filters, they only work properly when they’re clean and maintained. It’s important that everyone maintains their lash health but if you also have beautiful lash extensions – cleansing will prolong the life of your lashes as well. It truly is a win-win! Follow our top tips below when cleansing your eyelash extensions.
- Avoid oil-based products
Oil-based products can break down the glue bond underneath your lash extensions. This causes your extensions to fall from your natural lash earlier than the lash is ready to shed. If you’re wearing lash extensions, avoid oil-based products around your eye area when cleansing your face or lashes.
- Use a gentle lash cleanser
Use a cleanser recommended for lash extensions. Ask your artist if you’re unsure whether a product suits your set. Keep oil-based products away from your lash line.
- Keep a regular cleansing routine
You don’t need to keep your eyelash extensions dry after your appointment at The Lash Spa. We fan the lashes and apply Super Bonder before you leave, so you can shower, wash your face and get them wet straight away. Avoid products containing oil around the eyes, including oil-based moisturisers, as these can weaken the adhesive bond. Cleanse gently with a lash-safe product and follow your artist’s advice on your routine.
- Use gentle, circular motions and pat dry
You know the method you use when applying sunscreen? That’s the kind of vigorous application we want to avoid at all costs when it comes to cleaning lashes. Gently wash in a circular motion downwards over the eyelashes. Afterwards, rinse with fresh water until all product is removed. Never rub back and forth as this will be too harsh for the lashes and cause them to fall earlier than they naturally would. Once they’re clean, use a lint-free towel or paper towel to gently pat the lashes dry and then let them air dry. After they’re completely dry, you can then take your lash spool and brush them through.
- Ensure makeup is removed from around lashes daily
This isn’t a full lash cleanse however if you wear makeup regularly – it’s important you clean the makeup from around your lash line every day. A handy way to do this is to dip a cotton bud into our foaming lash cleanser or another water-based cleanser – and clean as close to the lash line as possible. You should always avoid going to bed with foundation or eyeshadow still on around your lashes.
Now that you know how to properly cleanse your eyelash extensions at home, you’ll notice your lashes last longer and look fuller between your infill appointments.
You can read more about the importance of aftercare here.