No trend is quite as immediate and striking as eyelash extensions. Lash extensions can give you the variety and beauty boost you desire; however, if you have dry eye syndrome perhaps you need to reconsider.
We at the New Age Spa Institute ponder the burning question: If you have dry eye syndrome, are you a good candidate for lash extensions?
Women and people over the age of 65 are more likely to experience dry eye syndrome. Additional causes of dry eyes include diseases and conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, and even contact lenses and environmental factors like smoke or dust. It’s a lot more common than you’d imagine.
So, what is dry eye syndrome? How does it feel?
The eyes are not able to produce enough moisture to keep eyes healthy and lubricated. Eyes can feel dry and look red and inflamed. Discomfort and photosensitivity (sensitivity to light) is also common.
Easy, Quick fix? You decide.
- Over-the-counter artificial tears
- Prescription eye drops
- Punctal plug (plugs eye ducts to conserves tears)
What do Lash Technicians need to know?
Once clients have treated their dry eye syndrome, there’s nothing stopping them from wearing lash extensions! Yay! Of course, if your client is experiencing any of the following symptoms, ensure they receive proper treatment before you work your lash magic: Red eyes, burning or stinging, stringy discharge, overabundance of tears, or gritty, sandy sensations as if something is in their eyes.
What can lash techs do to ensure maximum comfort and retention?
- Choose a shorter length on lash extensions. Lashes that are too long can cause a breeze on the eye which may evaporate tears more quickly hence drying out the eyes.
- Opt for a less amount of lash extensions as more lashes can lead to a greater chance, they’ll catch environmental pollutants that can exacerbate dry eyes.
- All the best lash techs know that a handheld nebulizer or nano mister provide the perfect amount of moisture to cure the lashes without pulling moisture from the eyes and skin.
- Home care instructions is a must. Clients need to know how to wash their eyelids and lashes. Proper hygiene and maintenance can help improve lash retention and prevent dry eye irritation.
In some states, if you want to be a certified lash technician then you need to be a licensed esthetician or licensed cosmetologist. Check
your local and state regulatory agencies to verify your scope of practice. The New Age Spa Institute’s next class for Eyelash Extensions Certification is January 15th and January 16th, 2022. Learn, lash, and grow in this two-day course that features theory, guided demos, and hands-on with a live model. Due to small group instruction, only limited spots are available. Full lash kit is included! Learn from our NASI instructor, Ms Leslie, who has a lifetime of experience in the industry. Click here to register: https://rb.gy/roxtzo