The Ultimate Guide to Lash-Friendly Skincare and Makeup in Clovis & Fresno
Keeping your lash extensions perfect doesn’t always just happen in the lounge, it starts with your everyday habits. At Opal & Sage Wellness Lounge I focus on educating my clients on what ingredients are not safe for the extensions and their natural lash health. Educating my clients on ingredients rather than just product insures complete understanding of exactly the cause and effect of certain habits.
Lash Friendly Makeup Tips
Oil free eyeliner & eye creams: breaks down the adhesive
Safe brands to use
Essence, KVD Beauty, Stila, Urban Decay, Tarte
Remove daily
NO mascara on the top lashes the bottom is okay, each set is custom to each client
Remove mascara daily
Remove any eye make up with lash extension safe cleanser anything that does not have oil or alcohol
Wash carefully, no harsh rubbing, tugging or pulling
Wash lash daily, twice a day if you wear heavy makeup
Skincare Habits That Protect Lashes
Oil-free moisturizes , serums are okay make sure they are well absorbed into skin before sleeping to ensure they dont get on the extensions.
When applying product or cleaning the lashes be gentle, the harsher you are on the lashes the more it can cause a break in the bond of the extensions to the natural lash.
Refrain from using harsh chemicals or exfoliants near the eyes. Can cause irritation to the lash line and will cause lashes to come off quicker.
Keeping up with washing them daily to remove sweat, natural skin oil, or debris to ensure great retention a healthy lash line.
Why does this matter ?
Why does al this matter you may be asking yourself, it matters to ensure a healthy lash line as well as long-lasting retention. Not washing your lashes daily can also cause lash mites which is lice in your lashes, also can cause infections. Using a safe cleanser for the extensions will make them fluffy and soft so your lashes can look perfect everyday.
Minor adjustments in your daily routine can make a huge difference in retention and lash health.