Nothing is better than having a full set of eyelash extensions before you set off for the party, right? The advancement in the fashion industry skyrocketed the eyelash extensions trends within a few years. They’re available in different textures, styles, and volumes.
If you’re new to eye makeup, note that you need to be really careful while removing your eyelash extensions. They’re soft, sensitive, and you may end up screwing their lush look. If don’t have an idea about how to remove eyelash extensions, you’ve come to the right place.
We’ve come up with some useful tips to remove eyelash extensions easily without affecting your natural eyelashes. They are as follows: Go to Your Eyelash Technician. If you had your eyelashes installed by a professional eyelash technician, it is best to have them removed at the same place.
Eyelash extension removal
Your eyelash technician will have all the equipment and products to remove them in the best way possible. It can cost you anywhere between $15 to $30 depending on where you go.
Remove Eyelash Extensions by Yourself
If you’ve been dealing with eyelash extensions for a while now, you’re probably confident enough to try removing it yourself. Fortunately, we’ve got a detailed guide to help you through the process. However, we still recommend visiting a saloon as it’s a time taking process.
Eyelash extensions can be removed by a removal solution. If you’re an eyelash enthusiast, it is best to purchase all the things you need to remove them at home.
Note: Make sure to buy beauty products only from authentic sources and brands. You wouldn’t want your eyes exposed to harmful chemicals, would you? Here is what you will need to remove eyelash extensions at home:
- Gel removing liquids/gel
- Disposable micro brush applicators
- Under-eye pads
- Eye makeup remover
- Cotton pads
- Mascara cleaning wand
Step-by-Step Guide to Removing Eyelash Extensions
Now that you’ve bought everything needed to remove eyelash extensions let’s get straight to the point. Here is how you can remove eyelash extensions at home:
- Take the c-shaped under-eye pads and place them such that the adhesive comes on top of your lower lashes. There’s no need to worry as they easily come off without removing the lower lashes.
- Now take removing gel/liquid and apply it on the micropore brush applicators.
- Close your eyes firmly and use the micro brush and push down the eyelashes towards the bottom. Apply the removing liquid with the micro brush on the row of lashes. Make sure not to touch the skin.
- Wait for about three minutes for the solution to seep and sit. Make sure to do only one eye at once if you’re alone.
- After waiting for three minutes, use a clean micro brush and push the eyelashes downwards. You’ll notice eyelashes flaking away your skin.
- After removing the eyelashes, apply your eye makeup remover on a cotton pad and remove any makeup residues left on the eye.
- You’re done!
To cover an extra mile, you can also brush your natural eyelashes with a clean mascara wand.