Love long and voluminous lashes? Of course, who doesn’t want to have bold & beautiful eyes with long lashes. However, it’s not likely for everyone to have those pretty lashes. That is where the extensions come into play. These add-ons lashes when applied to your eyes uplift your whole look. However, it’s not easy to maintain these lashes. You have to follow the proper eyelash extension aftercare steps with lash bath kits to keep your lashes healthy and clean. Not following the right aftercare steps will lead to multiple issues like irritation, damage and infections. Let’s find out some of the common mistakes that people make while using lash bath kits to keep your lashes beautiful:

Skipping the Patch Test

Before using any previously unthought of lash bath solution, make sure you perform a patch test to avoid rashes or sensitivities. Leaving this one out can result in a range of unpleasant reactions like redness, itchiness, and puffy eyes or lash sensitivities that may be harmful in the process. Before using a new product, always patch test it on your skin by putting a dot on the inner arm. Do this 24 hours before using the product to be sure that it does not have side effects.

Using Too Much Solution

Wrong amount of solution used is the most common lash bath kit error one usually makes. The problem is that if you put too many lash solutions the lashes may get water-soaked and cause pain and discomfort. It may be also the reason for the superfluous production of items we don’t need. Carefully read the instructions given in the lash bath kit and do not exceed the recommended usage amount of the solution. Clean your lashes gently to remove the build-up without causing irritation.

Not Rinsing Thoroughly

Once you have finished lash bath solution for your lashes, make sure you rinse your lashes with water thoroughly which will remove any residue if they are left there. Improper rinsing of the product may leave behind a build-up, which may in turn cause dirt to stick on the eyes, oil to mess with the eyelashes, and bacteria which could cause infections and damage the lashes. Spend a few minutes to clean both lashes and eyes with lukewarm water to make sure all debris from the removal solution has been washed away.

Rubbing or Pulling on Lashes

When giving your lashes a lash bath you, therefore, it is vital that you handle them with utmost care by avoiding pulling or scrubbing of your eyelashes. In a brutal matter rubbing or pulling which is very harsh for your lashes natural lashes can damage and lead to your lounge before the essence because you have lash extensions. Alternatively, apply gentle cleansing motions ranging from the eyelash roots to the tip to free from the accumulation of mascara and reiterating not to succumb to the urge to tug or pull eyelashes.

Using Harsh Ingredients

Not all the lash bath solutions are of one kind, and some of them can be quite hard on your eyes, while some can even ruin the extensions. Thus, while looking for a lash bath kit, choose products that are especially designed for usage with lash extensions and without any strong substances (sulfates, parabens, etc.) and fragrances. Choose balmy or oily-free products which would be suitable and comfortable for your eyes and would not affect the great looks of your extension.

Sharing or Reusing Applicators

Translating your lash bath applicators to others or reusing them several times can bring a lot of bacteria and contaminants to your lashes, hence the risk of developing eyes’ infections or other eye complications will be higher than using a new applicator. It is recommended that you utilize only clean and sterilized, disposable applicators that are offered in the kit so that each time when you cleanse, a new applicator should be used and get rid of the old ones immediately to keep hygiene and avoid cross-contaminations.

Using Tap Water

However, only one or two drops of tap water while cleaning your lash bath solution may seem harmless, yet, it could be a potential problem. Tap water frequently includes imperfections, minerals, and chlorine which will build up on your lashes and appear unpleasant, by causing itching and drying out. Instead of using tap water with dust and impurity, distilled or filtered water can be used to cleanse your eyes and ensure you do it with a sense of quality and appeal.

Overlooking Drying Time

It is important to dry your lashes completely with the lash bath before any makeup or other types of products can be applied to prevent clumping or ruling out the day’s rate. Mascara or other eye makeup might find its way to your lashes again with a little help of the smudge. This will prevent you from getting your desired level of beauty. Tap your lashes lightly with a clean towel so that they don’t prevent you from doing your makeup nicely. Let them dry naturally for a moment if you need to.

Conclusion

Now that you know what are the steps one needs to follow to properly maintain your eyelash extension, get ready to have healthy and beautiful lashes every time. Make sure to follow all the above steps to keep your lashes long, clean and comfortable. At Viva Artistry, we offer the best lash kits that are enriched with coconut extract, providing you the required hydration to keep your lashes clean. Our lash bath kits are specially designed to remove debris gently, providing you with revitalized lashes every time.