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If you’ve already exhausted all the long-lash alternatives (see: lash lifts, lash extensions, falsies, and the likes), you might be ready to get to the literal ~root~ of your eyelash growth issue and figure out how to grow your lashes, not just fake the length.

There is a whole world of lash growth products; you just have to know which ingredients actually work (remember, we are talking about your freakin’ eyes, after all).

But before you get into the nitty-gritty of how to get extra-long natural eyelashes, let’s revisit the basics that you probably never knew affect the growth of your eyelashes.

Factors that Affect your Eyelash Growth

According to psychologists, long eyelashes can make eyes appear larger and more attractive by creating a contrast between them and the eyelids (we all yearn for that movie-star look.) But from a biological standpoint, eyelashes shield our eyes from dirt, dust, and other irritants in the environment and the air.

In fact, one to five lashes can drop out daily. Note the usual lifespan of a lash ranges between 90 and 180 days, and it may take one to three months for lashes to regenerate and lengthen fully. If you weren’t born with magically long lashes, it’s essential to understand why actually growing out your eyelashes can take a sec. Here are some of the factors affecting the growth of your eyelashes:

Genetics

Cosmeticians will probably not agree, but scientists argue that eyelashes have an optimal length: a third of the eye’s width. This length helps your eyes stay moist and clean. It also implies that your eyelashes may be longer if you have bigger eyes.

There is also a “standard” length of 12mm in the definition of longer lashes called eyelash trichomegaly.

Eyelash trichomegaly is the term used to describe eyelashes that are 12mm long or more, curlier, darker, or thicker. Various causes of trichomegaly include congenital disorders, acquired conditions and drugs. It may appear at birth or later in life.

If your parents have long eyelashes, you are likely to inherit them due to a mutated FGF5 gene. This gene produces a protein that prevents the growth of extra hair.

So, if the FGF5 gene gets mutated, it can’t produce its protein. And if the protein is absent, your hair will continue growing!

Age and Menopause

FYI, your lashes thin as you age, but that shouldn’t overly concern you. Your eyelashes resemble the hair on your head—it grows, pauses (rests), sheds, and regrows. The growth process slows down as we age.

The lashes become thinner in dimension and density. They get shorter, straighter, and with less of an outward and upward curve. Of course, you can expect the loss of pigment, but this may take a while because your lashes are the most pigmented hair on your body. Finally, the density is frequently irregular.

So, why do eyelashes become thinner and less dense as we age?

Remember that eyelashes grow from lash follicles. The follicles become weaker with age and changes in oestrogen, resulting in lighter, shorter, thinner, and less dense lashes. Up until the mid-30s, eyelashes look their best because of optimal oestrogen levels.

Ethnicity

Your eyelashes’ length is unaffected by your ethnicity. The distinction is in the shape of the eyelashes; while individuals from China, Spain, and Eastern European typically have straight eyelashes, others have curlier ones.

Straight lashes result from the absence of double eyelid creases. If you have a monolid, your lashes will grow downward and out rather than out and upwards.

Nutrients Deficiency

Minerals and vitamins are crucial nutrients for various bodily functions. If you have a vitamin deficiency, you might notice that the lack of a particular nutrient really affects your body. According to studies, vitamin shortages may also result in thinning eyelashes.

Zinc deficiencies, such as acrodermatitis enteropathica, can lead to the loss of eyelashes. Hair loss may also result from other nutritional deficiencies, including biotin and iron.

It’s crucial to ensure you’re receiving enough of these nutrients but eating a balanced diet should generally help. If necessary, discussing the best multivitamin or supplement with your doctor might also help you fill in the gaps.

Health Conditions

Your general health and well-being can manifest physically in various ways. Your general health and well-being can manifest physically in various ways. From hair growth to hair loss, broken nails, skin issues, and beyond, what goes on inside your body often reflects on the outside.

So, while loosing a few eyelashes is normal, some medical conditions can cause slow eyelash growth or noticeable eyelash loss. These include:

·         A thyroid disorder: The thyroid gland in the neck regulates your hormones and plays a crucial role in the growth and maintenance of hair follicles. Any thyroid disorder, including hyperthyroidism (excess hormone production) and hypothyroidism (insufficient hormone production), can cause hair loss, including loss of eyelashes. Depending on the type of thyroid problem you have, treatment options may include medication or surgery.

·         Alopecia is an autoimmune condition where the body attacks its hair follicles, leading to hair loss on the head, body, face, and even eyelashes. Treatment options include corticosteroid injections or topical medicines.

·         Blepharitis. Inflammation of the eyelids and eyelashes is a defining feature of this illness. t can result in eyelash loss or irregular development, as well as red, itchy, and irritated eyes. There is no known treatment for this illness. However, measures like using an eye dropper or a warm compress can aid with symptoms.

Cosmetics

There are various life-saving cosmetics on the market that can assist you in lengthening your eyelashes. One of them is lash serum. When choosing the serum, ensure they have active ingredients (peptides), DHT blockers (clover), nutrition (biotin, arginine), and non-irritating formula.

How do you Grow Your Eyelashes?

As far as growing your lashes, don’t expect overnight miracles—at most, you’ll see some extra shine and strength at the beginning. That said, there’s nothing wrong with adding natural conditioners and oils to your lash routine. Sure, they may not exactly grow your eyelashes, but they can help create a strong and healthy foundation that helps boost your eyelash growth. Avoid using questionable brands or potentially dangerous prostaglandin drug-based cosmetics, and always examine the product’s contents and manufacturing location to ensure the serum is of the highest quality.

The Prada spring 2023 runway featured one striking beauty detail that stood out in an otherwise simplistic show. Pat McGrath, a makeup artist, applied dense, false, and custom-made lashes onto models’ upper eyelids—almost an umbrella of lashes—long and straight fanningly covering the eyes.

Evoking the creepy, doll-esque eye makeup seen during Halloween, the lashes fluttered over otherwise bare and flawless skin—McGrath’s 001 The Essence had much to do with that—and were paired with a perfectly understated hair look.

You see, most of us dream of long, thick lashes to frame our eyes and make them pop. But, despite our love for this physical feature, natural, long eyelashes aren’t the norm for most of us. Thus many of us turn to eyelash extensions, lash growth serums, and curlers to achieve this desirable trait.

If you wonder why some people have super long eyelashes, we’ve got news for you: it’s more of a genetic disorder called trichomegaly.

What is Eyelash Tricomegaly?

Although we all have ideas about what counts as long eyelashes and what doesn’t, there is a length that’s officially considered as long eyelashes. Trichomegaly describes eyelashes longer than 8mm in the peripheral area and 12mm in the center.

TH. Gray was the first person to use the term in 1944 in a publication in the Stanford Medical Bulletin, though he was the third person to characterize the disorder. Reiter and Bab published the first two reports in German in 1926 and 1931, respectively.

Gray proposed the phrase “movie lashes” to refer to this condition because, at the time, long lashes were portrayed in movies as a desirable quality in women.

Causes of Trichomegaly

There are various causes of eyelash trichomegaly, including environmental factors (drugs) and genetic inheritance. Let’s explore them.

Congenital Trichomegaly

Congenital trichomegaly, as the name implies, is a condition in which an individual has longer than average eyelashes due to a syndrome or disorder that they have had since birth.

Two conditions in particular, Oliver-McFarlane syndrome and Cornelia de Lange, cause an individual to have noticeably longer eyelashes than usual.

However, having lengthy eyelashes does not guarantee one of these disorders exists. Along with having long eyelashes, they also exhibit several additional symptoms. It’s rare to have extra-long eyelashes with no extra symptoms, but it does happen! And that’s where familial trichomegaly comes in—long eyelashes since birth.

Familial Trichomegaly

There may be no other symptoms on rare occasions but only a familial feature of abnormally long eyelashes. Like many of us reading this, scientists are fascinated by long eyelashes and their origin.

For instance, researchers collected DNA from individuals with trichomegaly eyelashes in a study. They compared it to the DNA of family members with shorter eyelashes to better understand what was happening.

What did they learn? The individuals with long lashes had mutated forms of the FGF5 gene.

What Does FGF5 Mean, and How Does It Affect Eyelash Length?

FGF5 means Fibroblast Growth Factor 5, responsible for producing the protein that prevents more hair growth than necessary. The protein and the gene share the same name, so don’t get confused. Isn’t science occasionally a little confusing?

According to the theory, longer eyelashes can develop because the mutant gene cannot generate the necessary protein. We all have two distinct copies of the gene, each from a different parent.

In general, the two copies put much effort into producing the protein. What transpires if there are two damaged or altered copies of the gene? Trichomegaly, that’s what!

But what if there is a normal FGF5 gene and a mutant version? Blocking abnormal hair development seems to require one normal, fully functional gene. As a result, it is a recessive trait because it takes two mutant copies of the gene for long eyelashes to develop in a person.

How, then, Can You Inherit Trichomegaly?

There is only one way you can possibly acquire two FGF5 mutations: if you receive a mutated copy of the gene from each of your parents – something regarded as extremely unlikely.

Acquired Eyelash Trichomegaly

Studies show trichomegaly is present in HIV patients, especially those in the last stage of the virus type 1 infection. As patients respond to anti-retroviral therapy, their eyelashes normalize or get extra long.

Other conditions associated with eyelash trichomegaly include:

• Hair disorders like Alopecia Areata
• Allergic conditions e.g., atopic dermatitis
• Connective tissue disorders like systemic lupus erythematosus

Drugs that Cause Trichomegaly

As we mentioned previously, trichomegaly can be caused by medicines or genetics. So what medications can result in eyelash trichomegaly? Latanoprost (a medicine used to treat glaucoma) is a good example.

Glaucoma damages the eye’s optic nerve by raising the intraocular pressure, also known as intraocular pressure.

Your eyesight deteriorates as glaucoma progresses because the optic nerve transmitting images to the brain gets severe.

Back to Latanoprost: in addition to treating glaucoma, it also activates hair follicle cells, prolonging their growth cycle and resulting in, you’ve guessed it, longer lashes!

Another drug, Erlotinib, used in lung cancer treatment, also causes eyelash trichomegaly by stimulating hair follicles.

Interferon-2b also causes trichomegaly. Two B-cell lymphoma patients who received interferon 14 treatment were the first to report experiencing interferon-associated eyelash trichomegaly.

After four months of treatment, both patients noticed that their eyelashes had become thicker, curlier, and longer—between 20 and 65 mm.

Can I Get Eyelash Trichomegaly Treatment?

The primary treatment of eyelash trichomegaly involves regular trimming of the eyelashes if they cause discomfort. Sometimes antibiotics and artificial tears may be necessary for irritation or meibomitis.

How do you Trim Long Eyelashes?

Avoid distractions and pay close attention to avoid harming your eyes when trimming your natural lashes. Sit in a position facing the mirror in a room with good lighting. Just a pair of little scissors will do.

Now that you are ready allow me to guide you through this quick procedure.

To trim your long eyelashes:

•  Open your eyes to trim your lashes carefully; begin at the inside corner closest to your nose and work your way out to the outside corner.
• Repeat the process for the second eye, and use a mirror to see if both lengths are equal.
• Voilá! Your eyes are sparkling with neatly trimmed lashes!

Conclusion

You may notice someone with very long eyelashes that are not fakes. It may be a sign that they have a particular congenital disorder, are taking medication for a significant medical condition, or that their parents had long eyelashes.

So….Day one of using lash extensions went fairly well. Longer, fuller lashes, check. But then….Day Two, in the shower, glue running into my eyes, ouch! Day Three feels like someone is yanking on my eyelids. Day Four, hmmm, it feels like they’re clumping. Day Fourteen, they start looking a bit patchy. Day Twenty, how much longer must I endure this?

Sounds familiar?

You’re not alone if you once if you, at some point, tried lash extensions and soon found your enthusiasm fading fast. Expensive, uncomfortable, even downright damaging– a far cry from the simple, low-maintenance lifestyle you were promised when you first set foot in the salon.

It’s never too late to save those lashes, though! We’ll help you understand how extensions affect you and introduce you to a pain-free way to show them the door. 

Are Eyelash Extensions Safe? 

When correctly applied by a qualified and licensed practitioner, eyelash extensions are a safe way to enhance the look of natural lashes and give you that boss-babe vibes. However, eyelash extensions have some drawbacks. They include:

Skin Irritation and Infections

The main risk of lash extensions is irritation of the eyes. Eyelash extensions require a [glue] to adhere the extension to the natural follicle, and your eyes could be incredibly sensitive to these chemicals.

Most hypoallergenic substances can still inflame or irritate tissue by weighing them down or pulling on the hairs… hence the underlying issues with extensions. Anything near the eyes has the potential to irritate, either because of the chemicals, friction or the pulling forces around the lashes.

Damage to Natural Lashes

Even if you go to the top lash specialist and follow all aftercare instructions to the letter, it’s still extremely conceivable that your natural lashes will suffer harm.

The distance between your extensions and the root of the lash increases as your natural lashes grow. This makes it difficult for your natural lashes to withstand the weight of the extension, which can cause breakage.

You can also cause harm to your natural lashes by rubbing or itching your lashes in your sleep (either with your hands or against your pillow).

Uneven Fallout

Your eyelashes are constantly in different stages of growth, which means that some are growing while others are shedding. It means that a few weeks after your lash extension appointment, some extensions will fall out as lashes shed and get replaced with new, natural eyelashes, while others will remain intact.

As a result, this can create an uneven, scattered appearance if you don’t get your extensions refilled every two to four weeks.

Clumping

A poor application of the lashes can frequently result in clumped lashes, especially if the individual doing it didn’t correctly glue one extension to one natural lash.

This issue frequently arises when you apply your own eyelash extensions. Mascara can also be an issue since it can lead to a greasy effect that clumps the lashes together in an unattractive and even painful way.

Investment of Time and Money

Your first set of eyelash extensions will cost between $100-300, with refills setting you back around $50-150 every two to four weeks. Getting your first set of lash extension applications can take up to two hours, with refill appointments lasting up to an hour.

So, despite the high cost of extensions and the fact you’re supposed to be carefree afterward, your lash tech will subtly advise you to top up your extensions once a month to keep your lash line balanced.

How Can You Remove Eyelash Extensions Safely?

Once you’ve decided it’s time to get rid of those extensions, the challenge is getting rid of them without harming your natural lashes.

You’ll probably find a lot of online advice about removing your lashes at home using coconut oil, castor oil, or vaseline, but we wouldn’t recommend this.

These products will partially dissolve the adhesive on your lashes, but they might not altogether remove it. This could mean that to separate your extensions completely, you will still need to rub or even yank them off. At this point, you run the risk of hurting your natural lashes.

Which is the last thing you want, right?

We’ll take you through some tips to help you free yourself from lash extensions in no time! 

• Step 1– Ensure you have the right tools like eye makeup remover, tweezers, and clippers.
• Step 2– Before removal, thoroughly clean the lash extensions with soap and water, ensuring you get rid of any debris lodged in the adhesive.
• Step 3– Hold the tweezers at a 45-degree angle and slowly pluck the eyelash extensions out. Use a makeup remover wipe to carefully scrape away any glue if you can’t see the glue holding your eyelash extensions in place.
• Step 4– Cautiously pull the lash extensions on your natural lashes. If you feel any resistance, you may need to use more remover to dissolve the eyelash extension glue. You can apply more remover and gently continue pulling.
•  Step 5– Seek professional help. If you can’t remove the eyelash extensions, play it safe and return to the salon, where a professional will remove your lashes using a specially-formulated cream that dissolves the extension glue in minutes.

Remember: Avoid using professional remover creams or gels if you remove your eyelashes at home. They contain aggressive ingredients that dissolve the glue quickly; if they get in your eyes, they can cause irritation. Hence, be sure you’re in capable hands and leave everything to the experts!

Do Natural Eyelashes Grow Back After Extensions?

Things get a bit hairy at this point. It’s essential to understand that lash extensions alone will not ruin your lashes. Damage to the natural lashes results from a poor application or your lash tech not selecting the correct type for an existing natural lash.

For this reason, getting lash extensions done by a professionally licensed esthetician is essential. Note that you may follow all the instructions and still find that your extensions cause damage to your natural eyelashes because of factors you have no control over, like genetics.

Now, eyelashes are hair⁠— unless you have a pre-existing condition, hair grows back. Which implies your eyelashes will grow back.

While damaging your natural eyelashes is not ideal (nor sustainable over time), any breakage or fallout should resolve in four to six weeks as part of a typical lash growth cycle⁠.

Lash extension is the best way to get perfect-looking falsies. But it’s not always easy to achieve the look you want with lash extensions without making mistakes. This can be frustrating, but here are some things to avoid, so you don’t have to sing a sad song about lash extensions falling out:

You Didn’t Wait Long Enough Before Getting Them Wet

By looking at them under a magnifying glass, you can tell when your lashes are ready to go. But if you don’t have one on hand, wait at least 48 hours before getting them wet. This gives the glue time to set up, so it doesn’t come off with the extensions themselves.

You’re Going Swimming

Swimming is not a good idea for your lashes. Water makes the glue on your lashes weaker and faster to come off. You should avoid swimming if possible, or use good swimming goggles if you must go underwater. Also, avoid swimming for long in chlorinated or saltwater pools.

You’re Using Oil-Based Products

If you’re using oil-based products on your lashes and around your eyes, they can break down the adhesive that holds your extension in place. This is especially true if you use waterproof mascara or gel liner with extensions.

If this happens, it’s essential to remove the product as soon as possible so that it won’t damage any remaining adhesive. If there was any damage done at all, then it may be necessary to have them removed by a professional technician.

You Haven’t Stopped Picking at Your Lashes

It’s natural to want to check on the progress of your eyelash extensions. This is especially true if you’ve had them in for a few weeks and they’re not quite full yet. But if you do this over and over again, even just a few times, you may be causing damage that will lead to early removal of the extensions and possible loss.

Instead, try using tweezers or lash brushes only when they need attention. If stray hairs stick out from under or around each lash, carefully pluck them out with tweezers as needed. In general, try not to pick at your lashes until after 24 to 48 hours have passed since last removing them. Doing so early can cause breakage among individual strands already growing into place.

You Applied Too Much Eyeliner

You applied too much eyeliner above or below the lash line, and it’s rubbing off on your extensions. If you’re wearing eyeliner, apply it lightly and in a thin line around your lash line only, not all over your eyes. If you have a lot of product on your lashes, this will cause them to feel heavy and uncomfortable when they move up or down during application. When removing any makeup with an eye makeup remover wand, be careful not to get any onto the extension. It can damage them if left there for too long.

You’re Not Brushing Your Lashes Regularly

One of the most important things you can do to ensure that your new lash extensions last as long as possible is to brush them regularly.

This will help remove any dead skin cells from the surface of your lash roots and prevent buildup, which can lead to clumping and falling out. You should brush at least once a day or more if you have extra time.

Your Lashes Are Still Too Wet

If you’ve applied your lashes and then gone back to remove them, you will likely be removing too much glue. The adhesive needs to dry before applying the lashes. They will fall out if you apply them after they are still wet.

The Adhesive Is Old and Weak

It’s important to check the expiration date on your lash adhesive. If you don’t see one, use your best judgment and apply the glue when it feels fresh. Old glues are usually weak, even if they look fine in the bottle.

You Didn’t Cleanse Your Lashes Properly Before Application

If you’re new to lash extensions, it might be tempting to skip this step. But as any mascara wearer knows, your lashes need a little help too. It’s important to cleanse the area around the lashes after applying them so that any residue left on your skin doesn’t cause problems later.

To do this:

• Wash your face with a gentle cleanser that won’t irritate sensitive eyes or skin. If possible, avoid using oil-based makeup removers because they can clog pores and lead to breakouts. Instead, opt for fragrance-free or water-based options.
• Use a cotton swab, the kind used for makeup removal, to swipe away any remaining makeup residue from around the base of each lash extension individually before putting them back on again. This will also ensure that there aren’t any stray hairs sticking out.

Your Lash Technician Didn’t Use Enough Glue

If you’re new to lash extensions and they are falling out so quickly, it could be because your lash technician didn’t use enough glue. Glue is the most important part of this process. It holds everything in place, including your natural lashes and extension strips.

If you notice that your extensions are separating from your natural lashes, it’s likely because the glue was not applied correctly on both sides of the base of your natural lashes. This can be easily fixed by having them reapply more glue.

Your Lash Technician Applied the Extensions Improperly

If you can see the glue or line where your extensions were applied, then that’s a problem. Your technician should have applied them to your natural lashes to blend in with yours. If not, it’s likely that they haven’t done so correctly and will end up making you look like a raccoon with fake lashes on one eye and real ones on the other.

Conclusion

If you’re unsure what to do about your falling-out situation, try a few things before visiting the professionals. First, try cleaning and conditioning your lashes before applying them to ensure they don’t have old or dry glue.

Next, try out some of these tricks to see if they work: using a brush instead of fingers; pulling gently but firmly while holding still using tweezers; rubbing gently with a lash brush over any stubborn clumps until they come off easily; dabbing gently with cotton balls instead of tugging directly at lashes with tweezers.

It’s important to remember that lash extensions are intended for short-term use. They only last for about three to four and should be removed before they fall out completely. If you want your eyelash artist to keep your lashes in great condition, it’s best to visit them every three weeks or so, so they know how often they need to apply glue or remove clumps of lashes during each session.

If you’re one of the few who don’t naturally have long eyelashes (or none), you may wonder if you can get lash extensions. Most of us want to look as beautiful as possible, and having flawless and long lashes is a significant part of appearance. Eyelash extensions are quick and simple, giving you a look you’ve always wanted. But can you get lash extensions with no natural eyelashes? No, but it is definitely something to ask yourself when deciding whether to get lash extensions or not.

Why Can’t I Get Lash Extensions Without Natural Eyelashes?

As you would expect, eyelash extensions are meant to extend existing eyelashes. There are many reasons why people without natural eyelashes are not good candidates for eyelash extensions, but the main ones revolve around health and weight.

It’s a health concern

The issue of having eyelashes that are too short is based on science. You see, your eyelashes are made of keratin, which is a protein found in the nails and hair. When you have no natural lashes or brows, there’s no keratin to make up your eyeshadow pigments and mascara. That means they won’t look as nice as they should.

If you’re interested in getting lash extensions but don’t want to go through all the trouble of growing them yourself (or if you do but aren’t sure how), consult a professional lash artist who can help apply them for you instead.

It’s an issue of weight

If your eyelashes are not naturally occurring and you have extensions, they can be pulled out by the weight of the extensions. This can happen when you blink or even move around randomly. The damage caused by this premature shedding is permanent and will require removal of the lash extension to avoid any further issues.

You Can Still Get the Look You Want

Lash extensions are designed to work on natural lashes, not no lashes at all. But it is possible to give your eyes the “lash extension” look with some skillful makeup application.

Use mascara, which will help lengthen and thicken the look of your lashes.

Liquid eyeliner or brow pencils can also draw on thicker, fuller-looking eyebrows that match the rest of your face.

If you’ve got a darker hair color than your eye color, try using a shadow that matches both strands together. This will add dimension to both strands while maintaining their appearance.

If you want more volume or something completely different, try using shadows with varying colors: pink, purple, green, orange, blue, red, etc. Pick something other than what’s already there and make sure it doesn’t clash with anything else around you.

Who Should Not Get Eyelash Extensions?

Eyelash extensions are an incredible treatment for those who want to try something new and exciting. But just like any procedure, some people should not have eyelash extensions done. Here’s a list of their respective reasons and how you can avoid them:

People with an allergy to lash glue

The symptoms of an allergy to lash glue can include itchy eyes and flaking skin. The good news is that most people don’t experience these side effects when exposed to lash glue only once or twice in two months. If you’re allergic to this product, then some permanent damage may be done on your skin’s surface. The only way to manage the allergy is to avoid the extensions.

If you think you might have an allergy to lash glue, contact the salon where you plan on getting your extensions done and ask if they can provide a sample. Sometimes, it can be hard to tell if you’re allergic or not because sometimes people are just sensitive to certain chemicals in the world. You’ll want to consider this before deciding about getting eyelash extensions done.

Pregnant Women

As a general rule, pregnant women should avoid getting into contact with chemical related products, including eyelash extensions. This is because they are a type of chemical that can cause adverse reactions.

For example, suppose you’re pregnant and have been applying lash glue daily for a while now. In that case, it’s possible to cause congenital disabilities in your baby if it enters their bloodstream.

You should also avoid getting any new treatments done during pregnancy because these treatments can affect both mother and fetus in various ways.

If you want to use eyelash extensions after becoming pregnant but before giving birth, there are many options available for doing so safely. You’ll need to consult your doctor to know what works best for your case.

People with skin or eye conditions

If you have a skin condition, tell the technician before they start. They may ask for medical proof of your situation and treatment. If you have severe eczema or psoriasis, it’s best to avoid getting eyelash extensions altogether.

Consider tinting if you’re concerned about the potential health risks associated with lash extension work. Tinting can help keep your eyes from getting dry or irritated when exposed to harsh chemicals used during the process.

People with thin, weak lashes

If you have fine, weak lashes, eyelash extensions are not for you. You should have at least 1/4 inch long thick, and dark lashes with an entire arch. Your eyebrows should also be in good condition. They shouldn’t be sparse or sparsely filled in with hair. In addition to having healthy eyeshadow colors, try to avoid wearing mascara too often, as this can cause breakouts on your face when applied daily.

Alopecia Sufferers

Alopecia is a condition where the immune system affects hair follicles. It can affect any part of your body, including eyelashes and eyebrows. Eyelash extensions are particularly painful for alopecia sufferers because they often irritate the eyes and eyelids.

Conclusion

Getting eyelash extensions will be beneficial if you have a busy lifestyle or if natural eyelashes don’t naturally grow or develop. Now that you know if you qualify for lash extensions, you can determine if they’re right. In the end, lash extensions are always worth trying if you are willing to put in the time and effort. They aren’t always suitable for every situation, but they can offer you a great look when it counts.