How to Shower With Eyelash Extensions: 6 Essential Tips

My first shower with eyelash extensions was a nightmare!

Lashes fell out, and I looked like a tired panda.

Thankfully, I learned the secrets to how to shower with eyelash extensions.

Now, I can enjoy both flawless lashes and a refreshing shower – you can too!

How to Shower With Eyelash Extensions

Here are some showering tips to keep your eyelash extensions in place and enjoy showers as much as you want!

1. Don’t Use the Shower Immediately

Eyelash extensions are artificial lashes glued to your eyelids, which means they are likely to be ruined if they aren’t intact.

As a result, it is highly recommended not to take a shower or wash your face immediately after getting your eyelashes done.

Ideally, you should refrain from wetting your eyelashes in the first 48 hours.

Your technician can also tell you when best to wash your face.

If you haven’t fully finished sticking your lashes, you can wipe and dry your face with a towel while being careful not to damage the lashes.

2. Avoid Hot Steamy Showers

You should probably lower your shower temperature if you usually use a steamy, hot bath since your lashes will not stay in place if the water’s too hot.

The steamy shower’s high temperature can weaken the glue that holds the lashes together with your eyelids.

Steam rooms or saunas are also not an exception since constant steam exposure will slowly weaken the glue.

3. Use Swimming Goggles

You can always opt for swimming goggles that are proven to be effective at keeping water from lingering around your eyes, protecting your lashes from getting wet.

Ensure the goggles are dry and chlorine-free, and you can also test them before using the extensions to be sure they are a perfect fit and won’t get water into your eyes.

4. Use Shower Eye Shields

Shower eye shields, also known as face shields, are a perfect solution for women who want to protect their eyelashes from water and steam when taking a shower.

The hypoallergenic shield prevents irritation to even the most sensitive skin while allowing you to cleanse and rinse your face with ease.

To utilize them, you have to remove the medically tested protective tape from its adhesive strip, press the shower visor against the forehead skin above the eyebrows, and jump in the shower.

5. Handle with Care

Handling your lashes with utmost care at all times might just be all you need to keep them in place.

You will almost always have to touch your face, whether you are mopping it dry or applying facial scrubs and cosmetic products.

While you do any of these, be gentle with your lashes and avoid rubbing them rigorously.

You can wash your face separately before or after a shower, so you can pay special attention to how you handle your lashes.

6. Review Your Cosmetic Products

The chances are you were using great products that work well on your face before the extensions.

However, now that you’ve got extensions, you need to be extra cautious.

It is essential to avoid using oil-based cosmetics, such as oil-based makeup, to prevent the adhesive from wearing away.

Use oil-free cleansers instead and put them on a cotton pad for easy application.

Be careful with how you apply cosmetic products around your eyes; preferably, use q-tips.

We understand that you wouldn’t want to give up your eye makeup, but if you must, be sure to purchase eye makeup that doesn’t contain any oil.

What to Avoid

Avoid wearing mascara on your lash extensions; they are unnecessary since the extensions already do a great job to amp your eyes’ appearance.

However, if you still want to go ahead, ensure the mascara or any eye makeup used is water-based, as waterproof products might damage the adhesive.

Try not to use eye curlers or rub or pull your eyelashes.

What Happens if Your Eyelash Extensions Accidentally Get Wet?

It’s almost a given that at some point, your eyelash extensions will encounter water.

Maybe you forgot you were wearing them, got caught in a splash, or shed a few tears.

So, what’s next?

If your extensions get wet within the first 48 hours—when they’re supposed to be kept dry—it’s understandable to be concerned about potential damage.

You might notice some lash loss, or the adhesive might stiffen, shortening the lifespan of your extensions.

After the initial 48-hour drying period, if they get wet, the adhesive should be set, minimizing the risk of damage as long as you keep them dry from then on.

Tears typically don’t pose a threat to your lashes, unless it’s within those first critical 48 hours.

So, it might be best to hold off on rewatching any tear-jerking scenes from Grey’s Anatomy during that time!

Ultimately, the impact of water on your eyelash extensions depends on the timing of the exposure, the amount of water, and how well you handle the situation.

Conclusion

Investing in high-quality eyelash extensions can be a bit of a splurge, so naturally, you’d want to take the best possible care of them to extend their life.

Typically, lash extensions will grace your eyes for about 6 to 8 weeks, varying based on the type of extensions you’ve chosen and your natural lashes’ growth cycle.

To keep your lashes looking their best and avoid any unnecessary damage, follow the abovementioned tips closely.

However, for any specific concerns or additional care requirements, it’s always a good idea to chat with your lash technician.