Long and luxurious eyelashes have been beauty staples for centuries. Whether it’s mascara, temporary lashes, or eyelash curlers, we are always finding ways to enhance our lashes.
Semi-permanent eyelash extensions are rapidly growing in popularity thanks to their longevity and appearance. People pay top dollar for an aesthetician to glue synthetic, silk, or mink lashes one by one, creating a natural and full-looking eyelash. These extensions can last several weeks.
However, if you’re pondering the enhancement, there are some things to consider from a health perspective.
Overall safety
Eyelash extensions are usually safe, assuming an experienced and qualified aesthetician applies them in a clean environment. However, the procedure does have a few inherent risks.
Some people are allergic to ingredients in eyelash glue. Trauma to the eyelid or the eye is common because the area is so sensitive. Infections are also possible if the technician’s hands or the environment is dirty.