How to Recover From Eyelash Extensions

The cycle of eyelash extensions can be compared to that of gel manicures—fantastic for weeks, but after they've run their course, the overwhelming urge to get them again wins out over taking a break. It's certainly easy to see why, considering you have long, Bambi lashes for up to 5 weeks, and since using mascara isn't a necessity, your time spent getting ready is dramatically reduced. It isn't until all of them have completely fallen out that the realization of what they've done to your natural set washes over you.

"Many women experience eyelashes that are extremely weakened, brittle, and have excessive breakage. There is a combination of stressors placed on the eyelashes, from the application of the extensions and type used, to the adhesive," explains Sabrina Little, Senior Director of Marketing and Product Development at Athena Cosmetics. "Even the dimension and length one chooses for lash extensions play into the trauma due to the heavier load of glue placed on the individual lashes. The greater the volume and length, the greater potential for damage."