Cleaning Eyelash Extensions

Lash extensions need to be cleaned thoroughly and you will need to instill this into your clients as many will be scared to touch them for fear of them coming off. In fact, cleaning the extensions will help with retention. If they are not cleaned, the oils from the skin, creams and makeup will coat the lash and start to break down the adhesive bond. It is especially important to clean volume lashes as any oil secreted by the skin (or makeup) will travel up the fan and cause it to close. After all, that effort and expense they will end up with a set that resembles classic lashes.

Not cleaning the extensions can lead to eye infections like blepharitis. This is a condition that is caused by an excessive number of lash mites (Demodex Folliculorum) living in your lash line. Normally harmless, the excretions that these mites produce can cause the lash follicle to become inflamed which without treatment can lead to lashes become thinner and sparser. Sufferers may also suffer with crusting on the eyelid, swollen and itchy eyes, white flaking on and between the lashes and redness.

The main cause of Blepharitis is poor hygiene and clients need to be educated to clean their lashes daily whether they wear makeup or not. LashPu is our extension approved cleanser.

If you think that your client has developed Blepharitis you need to advise that she see an eye specialist immediately. It is a good idea for her to have a break from lashes temporarily while your client is being treated.

Poor hygiene can also result in increased sensitivity and increased likelihood of allergic reaction.