Key Takeaways
- Yes, getting a facial after lash extensions is totally fine as long as you avoid steam, oil-based creams and wait at least 4 hours between treatments.
- The 4-hour wait is necessary for the lash adhesive to fully cure.
- Instead of steam, you can use a hot towel wrapped around your face.
As a lash artist, I need to know if other beauty treatments are compatible with eyelash extensions.
So what about facials?
In this article, I’ll show how you can protect your extensions during a facial so that you don’t negatively affect their retention.
Heat Hazard
Most facial treatments use steam to open up pores, softening the skin and improving circulation.
But, you can’t use steam as it can weaken the adhesive used to attach your extensions to your natural lashes.
So what now?
Well, you could ask your esthetician to completely forgo steam.
Having said that, you would miss out on a lot of the benefits of your treatment.
Luckily, I asked a friend of mine who is a licensed esthetician what she recommends.
She shared a very good alternative.
Instead of using steam, you can wrap your face with a hot towel.
But remember to avoid the eye area.
That way, the heat from the towels can still give your the expected benefits without affecting your lash extensions.
I love simple solutions.
Just make sure the towel is lint-free.
Oil Alert
You already know you shouldn’t use oil-based cleansers, makeup or any products, on or near your lash extensions.
Your facial treatment is no exception here.
Your esthetician should strictly oil-free products during your treatment.
And also, avoid applying any products to the eye area.
Communication Is Key
Of course, your esthetician will see that you have lashes on, but it’s always best to let her know in advance.
That way, she’ll have the right products on hand.
And you’ll be able to just relaxing without worrying about your beautiful extensions.
The 4-Hour Rule
Did you know that the lash adhesive used to adhere the extensions to your natural eyelashes is still setting and curing when you leave your appointment?
That’s right.
It takes 4 hours for the adhesive to fully cure and form a strong bond.
That’s why you can’t get your facial immediately after your lash appointment.
You need to wait at least 4 hours between both treatments.
Timing Is Key
How often do you get your facial done?
For most of my clients, it’s roughly the same frequency as their lash refill appointments.
So, if you’re in that situation, here’s a proposition.
I always recommend my clients to schedule their facial a couple of days before their lash extension refill.
That way, even if something goes horribly wrong during the facial and several lash extensions fall off, you can have your beautiful lashes back to normal at your refill appointment.
I’ll say this, though.
This is really for prevention.
A good esthetician will be careful not to damage your extensions.
Closing Words
I love finding the best ways to make sure lash extensions are compatible with other popular beauty treatments.
At the end of the day, we all just want to keep our beautiful extensions for as long as possible.🙌
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to let me know in the comments below!
Happy Lashing!
— Asako
