Beauty trends come and go even before you decide on them. When it comes to lashes, they have stood the test of time and will stay here. You can name several fashion trends of eyelashes- high volume mascaras, growth serums, lash curlers, and what not? But eyelash extension emerged as the most popular eyelash trend due to obvious reasons.
Eyelash extensions! A recent beauty trend
The growing eyelash trend got a fair share of publicity in recent years. The initial idea behind the eyelash extension was to gain the fluttering, flimsy lashes by a painless procedure (seemingly at least!). But as the trend grew common, the problems regarding the use of eyelashes extension created the fuss.
After all, it was concerning our eye health, the most important organ in the human body. Well, it also varies from person to person; some people are more concerned about their health than others. Talking about myself, as soon as I face some inconvenience, I head straight to Google searching for a relevant specialist or general physician in Rawalpindi.
No matter if you are concerned about your general health or not, your eye health is crucial because our eyes are our window to the outside world. But let’s just move to your favourite eyelash trend and how it can affect our eye health.
What are eyelash extensions?
You will be surprised to know that long eyelashes are perceived as a sign of fertility! Well, that’s not the only reason why people go crazy for long eyelashes. Long and heavy eyelashes are considered a symbol of beauty and women can literally do anything to make their lashes bigger (be it a heated curler or trying DIY serums).
To give an innovative solution to this problem, eyelash extensions were introduced. Individual eyelashes fibers are glued in a smaller group that can naturally make your eye look bigger and can add volume to the existing lashes.
I’m sure the next thing you want to know is obviously what these false extensions are made of? Let me tell you, the eyelashes extensions are made from synthetic materials, silk, mink, or even from horse and human hair.
What happens in an eyelash extension procedure?
Now you must be thinking about how these extensions are applied to the eyes. Applying lash extension requires a lot of expertise and it’s not an easy procedure that anyone can perform. Putting it into words, an aesthetician separates your natural lashes using tweezers and places the glued extension on top of the natural lash. Within a few seconds, extension lashes bind with your natural lashes giving you more volume and lash length.
What can possibly go wrong with lash extensions?
No matter how attractive eyelash extension may appear, there are certain side effects of using them. So, if you are deciding on the lash extension, go through the following section to know possible outcomes.
1- Redness and irritation
One of the major risks associated with eyelash extension is irritation and redness. Dryness of eyes resulting due to abnormally thick lashes can result in both redness and irritation. Thick lashes act a fan and blow more air on the eye surface causing dryness.
2- Your lashes can house microbes!
Your eyelashes can house several bacteria and fungi on them. These microbes can cause infection and in severe cases, you can have inflamed eyes. Apart from inflammation, microbial infection increases your risk of getting conjunctivitis and styes in the eye.
3- Beware of allergens
Depending upon the sensitivity, the lash glues can cause allergies to your eyes. Glue adhesives contain several chemical compounds (such as formaldehyde) that can act as an allergen and cause crusting of eyelids.
Last allergies are the most common eye health problem with these beauty trends. I remember when I worked at Al Shifa trust eye hospital, several patients used to come there for allergic reactions due to inappropriately wearing false lashes.
4- Bald lashes!
That’s not what you wanted, right? But unfortunately, false lashes can damage your natural eyelashes. There can be several reasons for losing your natural lashes due to extension. From pulling out your lashes (glue) to damaging your hair follicles, all these can result in losing your natural lashes.
Still, confused? Let me spell it out
Reading all the information about lashes extension (which I hope must be helpful for you), you must have decided on extensions or not. Irrespective of the lash extensions you want, make sure you go to a certified eyelash aesthetician.
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