Handling Seasonal Allergies With Lash Extensions

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If you’re anywhere in the Pacific North West right now, you know that pollen counts and allergies are ridiculous! I have been SUPER fortunate to never have had allergies before. Well, that has all changed this season.

We haven’t had the rain we usually get during this time, so the pollen and cotton is just floating around, tickling noses all day. But what I wasn’t expecting, was how much it would affect my eyes.

My eyes have been red, itchy, watery, and it has caused a lot of buildup around my tear ducts and lashes. Yeah, it’s not a pretty picture. 😂

While this wouldn’t have been a huge deal any other year, it is now. As you know, I have been getting regular lash extensions from The Lash Lounge in Bethany Village. While lash extensions don’t affect my day to day activities in anyway, I have been struggling to take proper care of them while experiencing allergies.

Since you can’t “get in there” and rub them, clean them roughly with a wash cloth, or take them off temporarily if your eyes are itchy, there are a few extra measures to take. Take a look below for some tips on how to handle seasonal allergies with lash extensions!

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Handling Seasonal Allergies With Lash Extensions

Take 24 Hour Allergy Medicine:

I have started taking a Xyzal to stop my allergy symptoms before they even start for the day. They have really helped relieve a lot of the eye and nose itchiness, as well as the sneezing that never fails to wake up my kid. I think this has also helped prevent some of the buildup in my lashes.

Use Q-Tips:

Q-Tips are my saving grace right now! I am using them constantly, whether it is to clean my tear ducts, or to get an itch at the base of my eyelids. You can also add an oil free cleanser and use that to help scrub away any buildup at the lash base.

Use The Brushes They Give You:

Seriously. Do It. You know when someone plays with your hair, and it’s the best thing in the world? If your eyes are itchy, this will give you the same feeling! Also, it will prevent your lashes from tangling or twisting and poking your already irritated eyes.

Don’t Pull At Your Lashes:

Mkay, I was guilty of this. One day last week, my eyes were swollen and so irritated that everything felt like it was making it worse, even the lashes. I started rubbing and pulling my lashes, but ended up pulling several out prematurely. If your eyes are swollen, try instead to place a damp cool or warm cloth over your eyes for a few minutes, It will help relieve your symptoms, and will make your lashes feel more flexible and less irritated.

Keep Tissues In Your Purse:

Use tissues to catch tears when your eyes are watering- especially if you have just had your lashes done! Your lash extensions need at the very least 8 hours to set before getting them wet. But use a tissue even after that time period has passed. Catching the tears will prevent extra salty buildup around your lashes, which will make them feel less irritated later on.

Clean Your Lashes Everyday:

Use an oil free cleaner to gently cleanse your lashes and entire eye area every day. I prefer to do it twice a day- once in the morning, and once at night. Wipe away the day before bed, and wipe away the sleep in the morning!

Avoid Eye Makeup:

Yes, I know… This can be hard for some people, but you already have a gorgeous set of lashes to rock! And additional eyeliner, eyeshadow, or mascara will just cause extra irritation and buildup at this point. Plus, it can be even more rough on your lashes while you are taking it off, if you’re already cleaning or rubbing them several times a day.

Any extra tips you’d like to add? Let me know in the comments!