The lockdown measures have kept us away from beauty salons, but at the same time they have allowed us to be more independent and discover skills we didn't know we had when it comes to meeting our needs related to the world of fashion or makeup.
And all this has been thanks to tutorials like the one we bring you below. You will be able to learn step by step how to remove eyelash extensions, restoring the natural beauty of your gaze without dying in the attempt.
Keep reading to find out how to remove eyelash extensions at home and painlessly.
What you need to remove eyelash extensions
The first thing is to gather all the products and materials needed to remove your false eyelashes:
- Glue remover
- Oil (olive, coconut, castor, almond, or baby oil)
- Pads
- Cotton swabs
- Towel
- Pot
- Water
How to remove false eyelashes step by step
Clean your eyelashes
First, wet a cotton pad in makeup remover or with a wipe remove all the mascara you have on your eyelashes from your eyes. This way you will ensure that the remover is more effective.
Apply the glue remover
Glue removers are applied with a small brush, gently tapping on the base of the eyelashes while combing them. This way, you will ensure that the eyelashes are well covered by the remover. Let it act for a couple of minutes.
If you don't want to use any chemical product, you can opt for olive oil or castor oil like natural remover.
Give yourself a facial steam bath
Some people start removing the extensions once they have applied the glue remover. However, this can damage your natural eyelashes. That is why it is most recommended to perform a facial steam bath, as it will help you remove the eyelash extensions painlessly and more easily.
Heat water in a pot and let it boil, wrap your head with a towel, bring your face close, and let the steam do its work for about 15 minutes.
Remove the false eyelashes
It's time to remove the extensions one by one, be careful to not to damage your natural eyelashes. You can use cotton swabs, as they are hygienic, gentle, and very effective. Crescent-shaped patches or pads will also help you prevent the glue from touching the area under the eye.
Nourish your natural eyelashes
The application of the remover may cause some dryness and redness at the base of your eyelashes. Therefore, we recommend nourishing this area with almond oil or baby oil.
Other tips and advice to keep in mind
- Test the chemicals you are going to use on your eyelashes beforehand on another area of your body, such as the forearm. This way, you can determine if you are allergic or not to any product before using it on your eyes, as this area is very sensitive.
- Check the expiration dates from the products you use to remove false eyelashes. If they are expired, they could have a negative effect on the skin.
- You can remove your extensions little by little by applying castor oil to your eyelashes every night and removing the excess oil with warm water. This way, the glue will soften. The important thing is that never pull them out abruptly.
- Let your natural eyelashes strengthen for at least a month before putting on false eyelashes again.
- While you have your extensions on, use an oil-based makeup remover and clean the root of the eyelashes. This way you will avoid inflammations such as styes, while moisturizing your natural eyelashes.
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