Eyelash extensions look charming, make the look more attractive. The extension procedure gives the cilia density and volume. But some girls believe that the length obtained is not enough for them, and they use mascara to paint artificial eyelashes. Before you do this, you need to figure out whether you can do this or not. Not all cosmetics are allowed to be used in such cases.
The need for tinting eyelashes
Women use mascara for eyelash extensions because they want to to make them even more voluminous and long, they strive to create a unique make-up, to bring a “zest” to the image. They also resort to staining if they want to get some unusual shadeFor example, blue. You can dye eyelash extensions, but you need to do this correctly so as not to harm them.
Artificial cilia are longer and denser than natural ones, but there are women who are not enough.
Most ladies resort to the use of decorative cosmetics after the build-up procedure, gathering for a solemn event.
For eyelash extensions use classic dark hairs, and sometimes there is a desire to make them less noticeable, for example, brown, or, conversely, bright. If you plan to attend a theme party or a masquerade, you can color the eyelashes in purple or green. This does not hurt natural eyelashes; with extended eyelashes, the situation is more complicated.
Improper staining of artificial hairs can lead to loss of elasticity, villi will become more rare.And vice versa, if you use cosmetic products designed specifically for eyelash extensions, you can strengthen them.
Among women there are those for whom the process staining artificial cilia has become commonplace - an integral part of makeup. In this way, you can achieve a stunning result, make the look penetrating. The owner of such eyes is able to charm any man. Extension cilia are stained to stand out before visiting the club, on the eve of a wedding celebration, birthday.
What is the opinion of makeup artists
Professional cosmetologists allow the possibility of dyeing eyelashes, the volume and length of which are increased artificially, in a beauty salon. According to makeup artists, hair extensions it is permissible to paint in any shade, but use special cosmetics. It protects synthetic villi from adverse external influences, prolongs their life.
What to use?
Owners of fluffy eyelashes, the density of which was achieved in a beauty salon, must learn that oil and fat-containing cosmetics adversely affect the condition of the villi and the adhesive base that holds them.
Daily care and makeup require the exclusion of the following cosmetics:
- cream-based eye shadow;
- contour pencils;
- carcasses containing wax and various oils;
- oily creams and lotions.
Is it acceptable to dye eyelash extensions with regular mascara? The answer is negative. The ban is caused by the content of oils or another component in it - carnauba wax. These substances should not come into contact with artificial hairs.
You can paint artificial cilia with paint exclusively in a beauty salon. At home, you can’t do this: there is too much risk of harming the villi, provoking skin irritation on the eyelids, because it is very sensitive.
Painting should be performed by an experienced craftsman using a special permanent paint. The source material used to increase the volume and length of the eyelashes already has a certain shade, but at the request of a visitor to the salon it can be changed.
Wearing eyelash extensions is an art, they require careful handling. Cosmetics to care for them you need to choose gentle. This category includes mascara that has a water base. She needs to be used to change the initial shade of eyelashes. The cosmetics from this series are easy to wash off; additional efforts are not required to remove them.
It is permissible to color eyelash extensions. But you do not need to paint the hairs themselves, but only the outline. Make sure that the liner does not contain oils that adversely affect the adhesive base.
Before using regular mascara for tinting artificial eyelashes, study what is included in its composition. The presence of even one oil component can have a destructive effect on the adhesive fixing the hairs on the eyelids. This does not mean that the eyelashes will fall off immediately after applying the mascara, but such a possibility exists. Not a single woman wants her cilia to be visible in front of everyone, so it’s not worth the risk.
Make-up artists categorically prohibit the use of mascara on a waterproof basisbecause it is difficult to wash off. You will have to use specialized makeup removers, and most of them contain oils, other components that damage the hair extensions.
Use cosmetics designed specifically for artificial eyelashes - it will preserve their beauty for a long time.
You just need to decide which remedy is best suited: it can be mascara, giving volume, lengthening, tightening. You can not only emphasize or change the color of the cilia, but also provide them with comprehensive care. Experts recommend covering synthetic hairs with a small amount of powder, and then proceed to dyeing.
Manufacturers of decorative cosmetics produce mascara extending artificial cosmetics. They can be used every day.
How to make up?
It is not enough to correctly choose mascara for artificial eyelashes - it still needs to be applied correctly. Performing this manipulation is almost identical to dyeing natural hairs. But you need to act more carefully and in a certain sequence. The classic for dyeing artificial eyelashes is a proven technology.
- If it is necessary to increase the volume, apply the product in no more than 2 layers. After applying the first, wait for it to dry and only then paint over again.
- Having painted the hairs, give them a direction: for this purpose, they draw the index finger from the inner corner of the eye to the outer (along the line of natural growth, trying to raise the hairs).
- Do not stretch the fibers as you would with natural ones.
- If the plans are to apply eye shadow, to complete the makeup, wait until the makeup dries.
For eyelash extensions regular use of a comb is recommended. Neglect of combing is fraught with tangles of hairs, as a result they stick together and look scruffy. Comb the cilia gently, avoid pressure.
The first combing can be done 2 days after building. Two days is enough for the glue to completely dry. From the century you need to retreat 2 millimeters, draw a comb in the direction of the tips. The procedure is performed on dry cilia, movements should be slow.
Regular combing will save on visiting a lashmaker - there is no need for frequent correction.
How to rinse?
Mascara with extended eyelashes is washed off very carefully, rubbing eyes is unacceptable. Careless actions can damage the hairs.
- It is forbidden to use cosmetic formulations containing alcohol - opt for water-based lotions and tonics. As mentioned above, alcohol-containing cosmetics are harmful to hair attachment.
- Arm yourself with a cotton swab by dampening it with water. Gently, gently run it on the cilia from bottom to top until the paint is completely washed off. Change sticks as they become dirty.
- Paint from eyelash extensions can be removed with cotton swabs, previously moistened in distilled water.
- If there is a need to remove eye shadow, do not use cotton pads - replace them with cosmetic wipes.
It is permissible to dye eyelash extensions with mascara, but you need to carefully choose cosmetics so as not to harm the artificial hairs.
About the intricacies of makeup with eyelash extensions, see the video below.