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Medical Video: Eyelash Extensions 101 | Full Tutorial on Application
Most women do not have enough time - or patience - to wear false eyelashes or two-three times to review mascara to get the impression of tempting tearing lashes. So, it's no secret why the trend of eyelash extensions has become increasingly popular in recent years.
You are tempted to get it, but still a little hesitant to try this beauty treatment? Here is some information that you should read about the process and the security of eyelash extensions before you rush to the nearest salon.
False eyelashes for extensions are made of synthetic fibers
Contrary to the scary hoaxes that the eyelashes used in the extension process are derived from human hair, false eyelashes are individual lashes made of synthetic fibers - such as nylon - which are implanted one by one over your upper eyelash.
There are three types of eyelash extensions: synthetic, silk, or fur. Long sizes vary from 6-17 mm.
The process is complicated, similar to micro surgery
Using long, pointed, pointed tweezers, the eyelash extension technician dips one synthetic eyelash in a drop of adhesive. With another tweezers, it separates your natural lashes to isolate only one piece, while holding it until the glue dries. The technician will repeat the process, one eyelash at a time, and plant up to 40-100 synthetic eyelashes for each eye. To get a natural impression, the technician will use eyelashes that are different in length - in short, implanting the longest synthetic lashes in your natural lashes that are also the longest.
The adhesive used is a specially formulated glue and is semi-permanent. Your new lashes can last from a few weeks to two months, and will fall following the natural lashes that fall out. Don't worry, generally you still have at least 50 percent of the extension lashes planted after 30 days. Next, you only need one visit every few months for a touch-up session on lashes that have grown back.
Eyelash extensions take at least two hours
Everyone has different lashes, and depending on the conditions of your own natural lashes, technicians can only fulfill the demand for long and thick lashes to a certain extent - to ensure that your natural lashes stay healthy. For example, if your original lashes are short and thin, you can't get dramatic thick lashes like Hollywood celebrities because the results won't last long.
Embedding a complete set of false eyelashes takes approximately two hours, and the results can be maintained for up to one year with several touch up sessions - recommended every 3-4 weeks. It's good to start with half a set first if you are still not entirely sure of the results you get or this is your first time trying eyelash extensions, because it will be easier to add 'kloter' new lashes rather than pulling them out. Half a set of false eyelashes is an economical alternative to achieving the same dramatic results, implanted as fillings to thicken natural lashes, or applied on the outer side of the eye for a special appearance.
Eyelash extensions can cause allergic reactions until infection
Citing the Daily Mail Daily Mail, Dr. Robert Dorin, from the New and Dorin Medical Group of New York, said that the glue used to glue false eyelashes with its natural version can cause allergic reactions in some people. Dorin continued, for reasons that cannot be known, bacteria choose to perch between eyelash extensions, and this can cause fungal or viral infections.
Eyelash extensions have also been reported to cause irritation to conjunctiva (conjunctivitis) or cornea (keratitis). This irritation can be caused by direct contact with strands of eyelashes or hypersensitivity to the active ingredients in adhesive glue. Among other beauty care trends, eyelash extension was ranked first in the number of complaints at eye clinics in Japan, where this procedure has been widely used.
It is important to note, that there is a difference between an allergic reaction and an eye infection. Professional and experienced technicians will not let the infection happen to their customers, but if you have an allergy to (the content of) eyelash glue, you will still get an allergic reaction - it does not mean that the glue is really dangerous.
Infection and allergies are not the only health risks of eyelash extensions
In addition to infection and allergies, eyelash extension has the risk of eyelash loss, temporary or permanent. This can occur if the eyelashes from the extension damage the original or too heavy eyelash follicles so that it builds up the tension in the roots of the lashes, causing it to fall out.
Eyelashes have an important function: to wipe away dust and dirt away from the eyes, maintaining your vision. Temporary eyelash loss can be very dangerous, especially forever. If they never grow back, you put yourself on eye problems for life.
Eyelash extensions also carry several other health problems if done recklessly by inexperienced technicians. He can plant new lashes on the eyelids, not on the original lashes, which can cause irritation to even serious injuries. Or, he might implant a few strands of false eyelashes into a single piece of original eyelash - causing premature hair fall out due to overload. Inexperienced technicians can also use permanent adhesive glue. All of these are dangerous and ineffective techniques.
Can I be blind after getting eyelash extension?
Because your eyes are closed all the time of the eyelash planting process, you can be sure that the glue will not drip into the eyes. It's just that, keep making sure that the glue is safe for your eyes and does not contain dangerous ingredients, such as formalin. Delivery of glue from various parts of the world often causes a buildup of formalin until the product arrives at its destination.
Your eyelash extension technician must be thoroughly trained to plant eyelashes and apply adhesives professionally, with a method that is completely free from danger.
If you experience an allergic reaction, no matter how severe the reaction is, you will not be blind. The worst case scenario is that you might need to visit an ophthalmologist to get prescription eye medications to treat these allergic reactions.
If you experience a burning or uncomfortable heat sensation during the procedure to make you cry or flush, this is a sign of danger and you should report this complaint immediately - no matter how mild or severe. You may need to ask your technician to change the adhesive product he uses.
Always choose professional and certified eyelash extension technicians
It's true that not all eyelash extension stories end tragically, but the risk is still looming. If you are still unsure about the safety of the procedure, you can reduce the chances of unwanted complications by taking several precautions.
First, make sure to contact a beauty salon that has a good reputation and ask for your procedure to be done by a licensed eyelash extension technician. Second, ask what type of adhesive glue is used and the ingredients. Allergic reactions are the biggest concern among customers of eyelash extensions, make sure you ask the technician to sterilize hands and all equipment used to prevent the spread of microbial infections. Eyelash extension procedures should be a pain-free experience.
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