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QuestionHow can I remove individual false eyelashes?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.If you only want to remove a single piece of your extensions, use a cotton swab to apply glue remover and hold it on the piece for 2-3 minutes to soften the glue. Then use tweezers to gently pull it off.
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QuestionDo eyelash extensions ruin your natural lashes?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.Eyelash extensions put extra weight on your lashes and can cause damage when being removed. It's best to give your lashes a break between sets to prevent this.
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QuestionHow long does it take for eyelash extensions to be removed?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.This depends on the method you are using. If you have glue remover, it should take less than 10 minutes. If you are using the steam and oil method, it will probably take 20-30 minutes.
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QuestionWhat can be used to remove eyelash extensions?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.The easiest way to remove eyelash extensions is with a professional glue remover. If you don't have one you can also use steam and oil.
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QuestionDo I need to steam my face before using the olive oil?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.Yes, steam will help to soften the glue and break it down. Oil alone isn’t usually enough to sufficiently loosen the lashes.
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QuestionWhat's the best oil to use to remove extensions for sensitive eyes?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.Almond oil is great for sensitive skin and could be used here in place of the coconut or olive oil. You may find that eyelash extensions aren’t a good option for you if you have sensitive eyes.
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QuestionCan I use coconut oil instead of olive oil?Community AnswerYes, I have used coconut oil and it worked just fine.
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QuestionMy eyes are sometimes blurry, why is that?I like sushiTop AnswererBe careful when putting the oil on. If you get any in your eye it can make your vision blurry for a bit. Try using eyedrops.
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QuestionDoes any oil work or does it need to be olive oil?I like sushiTop AnswererMost oils will work as long as they are safe to use on the face and around the eyes.
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QuestionIs it possible to remove the lashes with oil-based makeup remover?I like sushiTop AnswererYes just make sure you take your time to work it into the lashes to prevent pulling any actual lashes out.
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QuestionWill my eyelashes grow back if they come out?Community AnswerYes.Eyelashes have a growth cycle, just like regular hair. They fall out and regrow on their own. Unless you have a medical condition, your eyelashes will grow back.
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QuestionAre there instances where the glue used in lash extensions has resulted in hives?Community AnswerYes, they can cause hives or irritated bumps, especially if you're allergic and/or not careful when removing them.
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QuestionMy natural eyelashes were destroyed. Is there a way I can regrow them?Community AnswerUsually it takes three to six weeks to grow back your eyelashes. Do not apply any mascara to your regrowing lashes until they regain strength and length. Consider whether it's worth using the extensions again if this is going to be the result every time. It's important to talk to your doctor if you lost the lashes to alopecia, as the lashes may not grow back or there may be complications, so you would need professional help in that case.
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QuestionIf I get irritation on my eyes from trying the baby oil method, what should I do?Vidalia olsonCommunity AnswerFlush your eye out with cold water, do not touch, rub, or scratch the area.
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QuestionWhat products at home can I use to remove the lashes?Community AnswerIn a pinch, try a Q-tip with some olive oil. Just make sure you're careful and avoid getting products in your eye.
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QuestionWhat can I use to relieve puffiness and swelling from eyelash glue?Cecilia FloresTop AnswererThat means you're allergic to the glue. Stop using the glue and either try a different brand, or don't use false lashes.
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QuestionI just got extensions but don't like them. What should I do?Cecilia FloresTop AnswererGo back and get them taken off professionally or wait for them to fall out naturally. Do not try to take them off on your own because you may end up taking out your real lashes.
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QuestionIf I use eyelashes remover, will it damage my original eyelashes?Community AnswerNo, eyelash remover only removes the glue that you stuck your fake eyelashes on with, so it won't do anything to your natural eyelashes.
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QuestionMy eyelash extensions criss cross, stab my eyes and when they fall out pull my real lashes out. What can I do?Community AnswerAvoid wearing fake lashes, let your natural lashes grow out, don't curl them and don't wear mascara.
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QuestionDo the eyelashes come with non allergenic glue?Community AnswerSome do; you could also purchase non-allergenic eyelash glue at drugstores.
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QuestionHow can I take off hard, stiff lash extensions?Community AnswerUse baby oil and run it along your lash line with a q-tip to loosen them a bit.
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QuestionI have dry skin on my eyelids since lash extensions have been put in. What can I do?Community AnswerJust add lotion or moisturizer to your lids, and avoid false lashes until they heal.
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QuestionHow long will it take to get them off if I use olive oil?Cecilia FloresTop AnswererIt depends on what you glue you used. If you used a latex-based lash glue, the olive oil should break down the latex pretty quickly.
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QuestionI used oil, but they still wouldn't come off, and when they did come off (I didn't pull), they took my eyelashes with them. What do I do?Community AnswerI would try to use a different eyelash glue. I would also try having a professional (not a YouTuber) teach you how to correctly apply and take off the fake lashes without taking your real lashes with them.
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QuestionCan I thin out eyelash extensions if they seem too big?Community AnswerYou can use glue remover to remove the extensions and try again, but there's not really a way to "thin" them once they've been applied. Next time, consider purchasing smaller eyelashes.
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QuestionWhat type of oil should I use for this process?Community AnswerYou can try either baby oil or coconut oil, and you should see great results.
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