How to remove eyelash extensions at home?

A woman always strives to improve what nature has given her. In particular, this applies to such noticeable details of appearance as eyes or lips. You always want these already expressive facial features to be even more spectacular. You can emphasize their beauty in different ways, but most women follow the path “more is better” and choose eyelash or nail extensions, lip augmentation, etc.

The result, indeed, pleases the owners of new thick eyelashes for several weeks, but then a completely natural question arises: how to remove extended eyelashes without harming your natural ones. As with any procedure, there are nuances and subtleties. By following them, you can grow eyelashes as often as you like, without encountering side effects.

False eyelashes not only make the face more expressive, but the look is deeper. They also represent almost the only way out for women who suffer from persistent allergies to mascara, but do not dare to give up cosmetics once and for all.In addition, this procedure saves time if you need to quickly apply makeup in the morning, but it simply is not there. In salons, several eyelash extension methods are now used - eyelash extensions or bunches.

Eyelash extensions also have their drawbacks, namely:

• they must be removed a month after application;
• this procedure can adversely affect the condition of natural eyelashes;
• allergic reactions to the glue used are possible: irritation and redness of the conjunctiva appear, in the most severe cases, conjunctivitis develops;
• after this procedure, you can not visit the bath, sauna, swim in the sea or stay in the open sun for a long time;
• with some caution, you should wash your face (trying not to rub your eyelids), sleep or apply cosmetics, especially on a greasy basis.

You need to remove eyelash extensions for 3 reasons:

• the time has come, i.e. about a month has passed, and the previously luxurious eye decoration begins to crumble in bunches, which looks, to put it mildly, sloppy;
• thick false eyelashes make the eyelid heavy, and over time it becomes uncomfortable to wear them;
• there was severe irritation of the mucous membrane of the eyes.

The procedure for removing false eyelashes can be approached from 2 sides: contact the master or try to do it yourself. Although this is not too difficult, it does take some time. How long this will actually take place depends on the chosen method of removing extended eyelashes, compliance with all steps and the quality of the materials used.

If you contact the salon with this problem, then its solution will be quite affordable (within 700 rubles), and if you plan to remove artificial cilia to apply new ones, they will be removed for free. The master will choose the safest and most gentle means, and the procedure itself will not take much time. True, you may be warned that the frequent application of artificial eyelashes weakens natural ones.

In any case, the decision is yours, but if you want to master the technique of removing eyelash extensions, use the following tips on how to remove them correctly:

• False eyelashes cannot be removed "by force" by pulling.
• Do not use sharp objects such as pins, pointed sticks or toothpicks.
• After removing false eyelashes, you need to give your family a rest for 1.5-2 months.
• During rest, eyelashes should be treated with nourishing oils, using a soft brush and gently separating. This procedure is best done during the day, then you do not have to leave the oil on the eyelashes at night. Prolonged exposure to even the most gentle oils can cause swelling and redness of the eyes.

Methods for removing artificial eyelashes are varied, but based on a single principle: to remove them painlessly, you need to dissolve the adhesive composition that secures these cilia.

For this you will have to use:

• adhesive dissolving agent;
• cotton wool;
• brushes or cotton swabs with which the solvent will be applied;
• tweezers;
• castor or burdock oils, decoctions of medicinal herbs needed for compresses.

It is convenient to apply the methods described below on your own if you have some experience. For the first time, you can ask a family member or a friend to "assist" you in this process. Many steps will have to be done almost by touch, lying down. Of course, all the necessary tools and tools should be at hand, and water for washing should be within reach. If you plan to use herbal infusions or decoctions, they should also be ready.

Although some women try to remove glued-on lashes with hot steam, this is strongly discouraged. The glue does not dissolve in this way, and it is more than possible to get a serious eye burn.

Steam baths for the face serve a different purpose - to open the pores of the skin in order to cleanse it well. The water temperature should be around 70-80°C. It is necessary to bend over the container with water carefully, bringing the face closer to the surface of the water no closer than 20 cm. The steam bath should be done for 10 minutes. It is not bad to use not just hot water, but herbal decoction. This will help improve the condition of the skin of the face and even serve as a prevention of chronic respiratory diseases.

It is quite clear that such a procedure should precede the removal of eyelashes, but not replace it. After a steam bath, you need to apply a remover or oil on the eyelashes, and only then try to remove them.

A familiar remedy for the treatment of inflammatory eye diseases is sulfacetamide, or "Albucid" It can also be used in an unexpected way: as a means to dissolve the adhesive layer with which false eyelashes are attached to the eyelid. It has a rather caustic and aggressive composition, but this is precisely what makes it effective.

Soak a cotton swab well "Albucidom" and wet the glue at the roots of the eyelashes with it. This step is repeated 3 times with an interval of several minutes. Do not try to peel off the eyelashes earlier than after 20-25 minutes. "Albucid" causes burning eyes, so use this method of removing false eyelashes should only be a last resort.

Removing eyelash extensions with vegetable oils is the most common and cheapest way. An additional plus of this procedure is the restorative effect that castor or almond oil has on natural eyelashes. The removal technique is simple: generously soak half of a cotton pad with oil or a combination of oils, attach it under the lower eyelid, and smear the eyelashes at the roots with the same oil composition with a brush or cotton swab. After half an hour, carefully begin to remove lagging eyelashes with tweezers, trying not to pull them. If resin was present in the adhesive, the procedure time should be increased several times.

Some women leave oil-soaked cotton pads on their eyes overnight. This is possible if you sleep comfortably on your back and also use a special elastic sleep bandage. Otherwise, you will either not get enough sleep, or in the morning you will have to do the whole procedure again.

If castor oil is good for getting rid of false eyelashes, then jojoba oil is ideal for caring for your own eyelashes after all the procedures.It cares for both eyelashes and easily injured skin around the eyes, restoring its structure and restoring its elasticity.

Another effective technique for peeling off eyelash extensions is to use an oil-based cream. To do this, it is wise to use the simplest baby cream that has a safe soft formula. It is enough to lubricate the eyelashes with such a cream with a brush or cotton swab and wait about a quarter of an hour. Be careful not to let the cream get into your eyes. After removing the eyelashes, rinse your eyes well using a mild cleanser that does not irritate the mucous membranes. Don't forget herbal eye compresses as well.

Now on sale there are professional tools that are used in salons. They are completely safe and hypoallergenic, able to quickly dissolve the glue. In addition, they include components that soften the mucous membrane of the eyes.

One of these miracle cures is a debonder, which resembles a gel in consistency, although there are also liquid versions of it. It is better to choose a gel that does not drain under the eyelid. Be careful, cheap debonders contain acetone, which is irritating to the eyes. When choosing a product, carefully read its composition and focus on those options that are based on natural ingredients. High-quality debonders are quite mild products and can be used by women with allergies, lactating women and pregnant women.

With this special solution, applied to the lashes at the very roots, you can easily dissolve the glue that holds the false lashes. Debonder should be used with caution, not allowing the product to drain into the eyes.Attach a cotton pad cut into 2 parts under the lower eyelid. Apply the debonder in several layers along the lash growth contour from the outer edge to the inner one. Keep the product no longer than 3 minutes. After that, with tweezers, pull off the freed cilia in a movement from the roots to the tips. The remains of the debonder must be removed with a cotton pad soaked in lotion. It is not bad to use a special tonic by wiping the eyelid and eyelash roots with it. Use a clean mascara brush or a special brush to comb the eyelashes, removing any glue residue.

Another liquid used to remove false eyelashes is called a remover. In general, this solution is similar to a debonder in terms of the method of action, however, it contains components that nourish the eyelashes. There are removers that have a gel, liquid, creamy or pasty consistency that allows you to quickly and comfortably get rid of artificial eyelashes. The most convenient consistency for use is a gel, but a paste that does not have a pungent odor characteristic of synthetic solvents is more gentle. The technique of using the remover is the same as in the case of the debonder. The exposure time of the composition is approximately 7 minutes.

Perhaps the only drawback of the remover is its price, which is approximately equal to the cost of a salon procedure.

With the help of castor oil, you can not only painlessly remove artificial eyelashes, but also carry out a fairly effective treatment procedure that will benefit your natural eyelashes.Castor oil nourishes the bulbs and improves growth. Its effect is quite long, the oil can be left overnight, and in the morning artificial eyelashes will easily and painlessly fall off on their own.

No less effective for removing false and nourishing natural eyelashes is burdock oil. It improves the structure of eyelashes, makes them beautiful and thick. The exposure time of this oil is quite long, within 20 minutes, so please be patient. It is not recommended to keep burdock oil on the eyelids longer, the appearance of edema is not excluded.

There are several secrets on how to enhance the effect of burdock oil. One of them is to heat the oil by holding it in your hands for a while. Another way is to add pharmacy vitamins A and E, almond or olive oil, herbal infusions to the oil.

Sunflower oil is the most affordable option for removing eyelashes, but it requires a long exposure time (about half an hour, and if resins were in the glue, then longer). This procedure is best done on weekends or in the evening, hoping to leave the oil on the eyelashes overnight. By morning, the eyelashes will easily go away. The rest can be removed with cotton wool soaked in the same oil. After this procedure, wash your face with gel, use a degreasing lotion.

In order not to harm your eyelashes and eyes, follow these precautions:

• do not pull out eyelashes with tweezers if the glue is not completely dissolved;
• do not wash off the glue with soap, strongly rubbing the eyelids - this can lead to inflammation of the eyes;
• do not use sharp objects, trying to pick out individual glued cilia; it will not have a significant effect, and it is quite possible to injure the eyes in this way;
• do not use steam to remove eyelashes - you can get a burn of the mucous membrane of the eye.

After removing artificial eyelashes, it's time to think about the health of natural ones. After all the extension procedures, they lack nutrition. Makeup doesn't look good on them. You can strengthen and restore eyelashes with the help of natural oils - castor, burdock, olive, peach. They can be used singly or in combination, alternating formulations each week.

How long it takes to restore eyelashes will depend on their original condition. As a rule, the course of recovery lasts at least a month. During this time, the bulbs will receive the necessary nutrients, and compresses with chamomile or black tea will relieve swelling and restore blood microcirculation in the skin around the eyes. The compress should be kept on the eyelids for 15-20 minutes, periodically wetting cotton pads in the infusion. Try not to do such procedures immediately before going to bed, they are best done an hour before going to bed, so as not to provoke swelling of the eyelids.

Every day, nourishing oil should be applied to cleansed eyelashes using a mascara brush. Gently rub the oil into the roots of the eyelashes with a cotton swab. In addition to oils, use solutions of vitamins A and E, squeezing a small amount of them onto a cotton swab already soaked in oil. You can prepare a mixture of vegetable oils and vitamins in advance and store it in a dark, cool place.

Various options for a restoring mask work well.One of the common compositions is a mixture of equal parts of vegetable oils (castor, burdock, olive, almond), fresh aloe juice and 2-3 drops of vitamin E. It is desirable to use such a mask in courses lasting 1-1.5 months, with a frequency of 2-3 once a week. For the period of eyelash restoration, it is advisable to choose the most gentle type of cosmetics - hypoallergenic, with nourishing and moisturizing components.

Since the health of the skin, hair, nails and eyelashes largely depends on the state of the body as a whole, try to influence the eyelashes not only by external means. A healthy diet that includes ocean fish, vegetables (particularly avocados), vegetable oils, and being outdoors all contribute to strengthening and restoring eyelashes and hair.

Fans of natural cosmetics, as a rule, defend its advantages such as naturalness, safety, availability and a complex effect on eyelashes. Natural oils can not only remove false eyelashes, but also improve the condition of natural ones. It should be noted that vegetable oils, being certainly useful, differ both in the nature of the impact and in price.

If sunflower oil is very affordable, then jojoba oil or wheat germ oil cost as much as a professional product. A relative disadvantage of natural cosmetics is that it requires strict adherence to the terms and conditions of storage. The oil should not be exposed to light, and each type has its own storage temperature - in the range from 10 to 20 ° C.

Synthetic products for removing eyelash extensions are fast acting, but they may contain aggressive components (acetone).It is necessary to choose only high-quality products, although they are not cheap.

From professional products, users prefer removers that have a gentle, quick and effective effect, completely dissolving the adhesive layer and without injuring the mucous membrane of the eyes.

The imposition and removal of artificial eyelashes is a procedure that is quite affordable today, which requires compliance with a few simple rules. But its result allows you to look spectacular without spending a lot of time and effort on makeup. If you treat both false lashes and your natural lashes with care, you will achieve 2 goals - create long-lasting and beautiful makeup and maintain the health and attractive appearance of your natural eye decoration.

How to remove eyelash extensions at home, you will learn from the following video.