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What you do after your appointment makes a big difference to how long your set looks its best. The rules are simple, and once they are habit you will not think about them. This is the version I share with my clients. My aftercare sheet is the one to follow, and you can also read the aftercare page.
The first 24 hours
The adhesive needs time to set. For the first 24 hours, keep your lashes dry. That means avoiding steam, hot showers pointed at your face, facials, saunas, workouts that make you sweat and swimming pools. Splashing your face is fine as long as you keep the lashes out of it.
If you can plan your day around it, book your appointment for a time when you will not be heading straight to the gym or a hot yoga class afterward. A little planning goes a long way.
Do: cleanse daily
Cleanse and brush your lashes every day with a 100% oil-free lash cleanser. Clean lashes hold extensions better, and a clean lash line is more comfortable. My full sets include a lash cleanser and kit, and you can buy more at the studio. Use a soft spoolie to brush the lashes into place afterward.
A simple routine works best: cleanse in the morning or evening, rinse, pat dry, and brush. It takes about a minute. Make it part of your face-washing routine so it becomes automatic. Pick the time of day that suits you and stick with it.
Do: sleep and style gently
Try to sleep on your back or side without pressing your lashes into the pillow. A fresh pillowcase helps. When you dry your face, pat gently around the eyes instead of rubbing.
Don't: use oil near your eyes
Oils on your hands or in your skincare can affect how well the adhesive holds. That includes oil-based makeup removers, cleansers and eye creams. Check the label on anything that goes near your eyes and look for oil-free options.
Don't: use mascara or lash curlers
Mascara is hard to remove, breaks down adhesive and can interfere with the bond of your next application. An eyelash curler can bend or pull the extensions. Your extensions already have the length and darkness, so you can skip both.
It is tempting, I know. Pulling on extensions pulls on your natural lashes too. If an extension is bothering you, leave it and let me take care of it at your next visit.
Don't: remove them yourself
Please do not try to remove extensions at home. A quick removal at the studio is $30 and about 15 minutes, and it is the right way to do it. See what to expect at lash extension removal.
Keep up with your fills
Book your fill every 2-3 weeks. After more than 4 weeks, you will need a new full set. Read the timing in how often to get lash fills, and see more tips in how to make lash extensions last.
If something feels off
If you notice anything unusual, like redness, itching or discomfort, contact me right away or contact a medical professional. I am a cosmetologist, not a physician. A patch test before your first set helps us catch sensitivities early, but it is not a guarantee.
I am happy to answer any aftercare question by message. When you are ready for your next visit, you can book online through Square.
These rules can feel like a lot at first, but they come down to a few habits: keep your lashes dry for the first day, keep them clean, keep oil away from them, and keep your hands off. Everything else is detail. If you travel or have a change in routine, like a new skincare product or a new workout, message me and we can work out how to adapt. The goal is a set that is comfortable and looks good until your next fill.
If you are ever unsure whether something is okay for your set, such as a new cleanser, a facial or a travel plan, ask before you try it. A quick message is easier than a short-lived set. You can also keep my aftercare sheet where you will see it, like on the bathroom mirror, so the rules stay top of mind in the first few days.