How to Remove Eyelash Extensions at Home Safely
Six Ways to Remove Eyelash Extensions at Home
Step 1: Clean Your face Carefuly
Gently cleanse the face and eyes to remove any build-up or debris from the lashes while avoiding pulling on the eye area.
Start the process with an oil-based cleanser like Camellia Oil Cleanser to help loosen lashes and ease the makeup removal process.
Step 2: Try to Use Steam
Fill a bowl or sink with steaming water and put your face on it. Cover your head with a towel to make sure the steam doesn't escape.
Hold this position for 15-20 minutes to help soften the lash glue and allow the glue to start to loosen. A little advice for you to put on earbuds and listen to your favorite music playlist while you wait.
Step 3: Heat the Oil
Coconut oil is great for removing grafted lashes and never underestimate the versatility of coconut oil. From removing makeup to boosting shine to your hair to treating sunburns, this amazing oil does it all, including, eyelash glue removal.
Mineral oil and olive oil. In addition to coconut oil, mineral oil and olive oil have a low risk of irritation and allergy. "They are generally accepted by most skin types and would be a suitable option for the removal of extended eyelashes," says Nazarian.
Put the oil in a small bowl and heat it for a few seconds. Make sure to test the oil with your fingers before using to make sure it's not too hot to the touch.
Step 4: Soak some cotton pads
Once your oil is hot, soak a cotton pad or two in it. Place a cotton pad over one eye and let it sit for five to ten minutes. Now, carefully run a cotton pad across your lashes and let the oil sit on your lashes for a few minutes.
Step 5: Take Out the Dowry
Using a Q-tip soaked in an oil of your choice, dab your lashes again until they start to fall out. Make sure the lashes fall out naturally.
They can damage your natural lashes if you tug on them, so take extra care with this step.
Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the other eye.
Step 6: Wash Your Face Again
Now that your grafted lashes have fallen off, clean your face again, but this time with a mild oil-free cleanser like Cetaphil to remove any residual oil and glue from your skin.Pro tip: don't cut, pick, pull or rub your lash extensions! Never. Never. This can damage your natural lashes, or worse, cause damage to your eyes. Instead, take a hot shower to try to help loosen the glue on the lash line. As much as you're tempted to remove your grafted lashes quickly, keep your hands off the lashes as much as possible.
For best results, please be patient.