How to Look After Your Lash Extensions

Getting lash extensions is an investment — and to keep them looking lush, natural, and long-lasting, proper care is key. Below are tips, dos & don’ts, and a maintenance routine you can share with your clients or readers.

Why Aftercare Matters

• Lash extensions are bonded to your natural lashes using adhesive. The health of your natural lashes affects how long the extensions last.

• Without proper care, you risk premature shedding, irritation, or damage to your natural lash line.

• Good aftercare helps maintain fullness, reduces gaps, and makes fills easier.

The First 24–48 Hours: The Critical Period

This is when the glue is curing.

• Avoid water and steam — no showers, saunas, baths, or sweating heavily.

• Skip makeup — especially mascara, eyeliner, oil-based products, or creams near the lash line.

• Don’t touch or rub your eyes.

Once the glue is fully cured (usually 24–48 hours), you have more flexibility.

Daily & Weekly Lash Extension Care

Your first session starts with a personalised consultation and facial mapping. We take the time to design a shape that complements your features and ensure you’re completely happy before we begin. The treatment itself is usually comfortable, and numbing can be applied if needed.

After your appointment, the pigment will initially look a little darker before softening as it heals. Most clients return for a touch-up around 6–8 weeks to perfect the colour and shape.

How Long Do Cosmetic Tattoos Last?

Morning routine

• Gently brush your lashes with a clean spoolie (mascara wand) to separate and smooth them.

• Keep your face and lashes clean — avoid oil-based cleansers near the eye.

• If you wear makeup, use water-based or lash extension–safe formulas.

Evening routine

• Remove eye makeup carefully. Use a gentle, oil-free makeup remover or micellar water applied to a cotton pad (press, don’t rub).

• Clean lashes: use a lash extension–safe cleanser or foaming lash shampoo; apply with a micro-brush or a clean spoolie.

• Rinse with water (avoiding the lash roots if possible) and pat dry with a lint-free towel or cotton pad.

Weekly

• Give your lashes a deeper cleanse if needed — especially after wearing eye makeup.

• Inspect for any loose or lifting extensions and avoid pulling them.

What to Avoid

• Oil & oil-based skincare around the eye area — cleansers, creams, serums with oils.

• Water pressure directly on lashes (e.g. face wash splashing, shower head)

• Mascara, eyelash curlers, or mechanical eyelash devices

• Sleeping face down or rubbing your eyes during sleep

• Exposure to steam or sauna regularly (can weaken adhesive)

Fill Ins / Maintenance

• Most clients need a fill (refill) every 2–3 weeks, depending on lash growth cycles and how well they care for their lashes.

• Avoid waiting too long — gaps become more obvious, and you might need a full set again.

• Book in advance so your lash artist can reserve a slot.

Troubleshooting Common Problems

ProblemPossible CauseSolutionExtension is loosening earlyOils, rubbing, improper cleansingAdjust your routine — avoid oils, cleanse gentlyIrritation, rednessAllergy to adhesive or productConsult your lash artist, patch test adhesivesSparse appearance between fillsNatural lash shedding + not enough fillsMore frequent fills or alternate stylesCrisscrossing lashesImproper sleep position or rubbingTry a silk pillowcase, avoid face-down sleeping

Additional Tips & Best Practices

• Use silk or satin pillowcases to reduce friction

• Apply a lash sealant (if recommended by your lash artist) occasionally

• Avoid waterproof makeup — too difficult to remove

• Be gentle — treat your extensions as an enhancement, not a substitute for your natural lashes

• If you notice any discomfort, swelling, or changes around the lash line, see your lash artist or consult a professional

Final Thoughts

Lash extensions can deliver beautifully dramatic eyes — but their longevity and appearance depend heavily on aftercare. By adopting a gentle, consistent lash care routine, avoiding harsh products or behaviors, and staying on top of fills, you can keep your extensions looking full and fresh.

If you like, I can format it to match the Allure Ink blog voice or style (tone, headings, brand voice). Do you want me to do that and send you a ready-to-publish version?