The procedure can last up to 45 days, but with proper care it can last longer.
Eyelash extensions continue to be one of the most performed aesthetic procedures in recent times. Celebrities and anonymous people have joined the trend and are constantly renewing the look of their eyelashes to achieve more volume, but you who are interested in this trend, do you already know what care is necessary to make them look perfect? We invited eyelash and eyebrow specialist Kelly Vial, who has been working in this field for over 20 years, to explain to us what care we must take to keep our hair longer. She explains that there are some secrets that help maintain the extension, but emphasizes that there are some precautions that must be followed. “Generally, extensions can last up to 45 days, but in this case, maintenance is obviously the main action. Although it is not dangerous to do without them, it is important to be careful and avoid tearing out the strands so as not to damage the natural ones,” explains the specialist.
Discover the 5 expert tips for taking care of your eyelash extensions:
1- Sanitization
“Every day, clean your hair properly. This simple practice will ensure updated care, as well as increase its durability. Wetting it slightly with your hand and drying it with very light strokes should be your daily care”
2- Do not pull out the wires
“As the natural strands grow, some people end up being tempted to remove the extensions. But it is very important that they do not do this, it is always better to let the extensions come out on their own. When you remove the old extension, you could end up ripping out a natural strand and permanently damaging your lashes.”
3- Do not use oil-based products
“Usually, makeup removers contain oil in their composition. This is because oil is used to help remove waterproof products. However, oil is a great solvent for the glue used in the extension process, so when you use an oil-based product, you will end up removing all the hairs that were glued in by the professional.”
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4- Brushing
“Brushing your eyelashes periodically will help give your extensions a new look. But brushing should always be done carefully and lightly so as not to tear anything. It is worth noting that for this you need to use a special brush, which could be a mascara brush, as long as it is completely clean.”
5- Always avoid waterproof products
“Waterproof products always require oil-proof makeup removers. And remember that this type of product can remove the glue from the extensions? So always use makeup that can be easily removed with water, without having to rub too much. The extensions are well fixed, but friction can tear them and change them, after all with a well-made eyelash extension you don’t even need mascara, right?” Kelly completes the vial. Trichologist Viviane Coutinho launches an important warning for those who want to wear false eyelashes: “The application of false eyelashes can bring several aesthetic benefits, but it is essential to take some precautions to prevent natural eyelashes from falling out. First of all, it is important to choose a qualified professional for the application, making sure that the products used are of quality and suitable for the skin and eyelashes. In addition, avoiding rubbing or pulling the false eyelashes and using a gentle makeup remover to remove them can also prevent damage. Clean and hydrated helps strengthen natural eyelashes, reducing the possibility of them falling out” – concludes the specialist.
Source: Terra
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