Getting eyelash extensions is largely a question of personal time management. If you currently wear eye makeup, and want to save yourself valuable minutes in the morning, it could be a good option. Especially if you don't mind some lash maintenance and booking time for a beauty treatment every two to three weeks.
If you get them, you won't need to put on mascara every day, or worry about eye makeup smudging or running. On a day-to-day basis, your lashes will look great (extensions can be customized to flatter every eye shape) and you will gain time. But, you have to bank that time for your bi-weekly (or so) appointment.
If getting a couple of hours to yourself every few weeks sounds practically impossible, getting extensions may not be the best fit. In that case, taking a few minutes in the morning for your eye makeup may be more sustainable (and also more affordable).
There is another option too—eyelash extensions can be a treat for an event, trip or occasion. You can get a natural look or dramatic, voluminous lashes that feel special.
Regardless of your reasons, proper aftercare is essential for keeping lashes looking fresh and preventing premature shedding. We spoke to Amanda Robinson, celebrity lash artist to Mandy Moore and Molly Baz and owner of Iris+West Lash Co in Los Angeles, to get all the details.
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After you get a fresh set, you will need to get a fill every two to three weeks to maintain them and keep them at their original fullness. The frequency depends on your own natural growth cycle, Robinson says.
We are "losing lashes all the time, so as your natural lashes shed, your extensions come off along with them," she says. "During a fill, your artist will remove some of the lashes that may have grown out and replace them, along with any lashes that have shed over the last couple of weeks."
A full growth cycle for lashes is four to six weeks, so if you don't maintain them, that's about the length of time it will take for the extensions to fall out completely.
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How To Make Eyelash Extensions Last Longer
Robinson says she and her staff discuss this all the time, and these are the tried-and-true tips they tell their clients:
Avoid getting anything oil-based too close to your eyes including cleansers, makeup removers and moisturizers. If you love your balmy or oily products, you can still use them, just be careful around the lash line.Cleanse them daily with a lash cleanser. ("This is my number one, most important piece of advice," she stresses.)Brush them with a clean spoolie to keep things in order and brush out any loose extensions.Sleeping on your back, or investing in a silk or satin pillowcase, can definitely help too.No rubbing, picking, pulling or using a lash curler. You don't need to avoid touching your eyes altogether, just be gentle.Are Eyelash Extensions Bad for Your Natural Lashes?
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Extensions are safe "as long as you're going to a reputable and respected studio and artist," Robinson says.
"If extensions are applied incorrectly, there is definitely a risk of damaging your natural lashes, so it's essential to make sure you're seeing an artist who prioritizes lash health," she tells Parade.
"There is also a time commitment for your fills if you want to maintain them, but truly, it's only about two hours a month and you get to kind of just take a nap and wake up with pretty lashes," she adds.
It's also important to know that some people can be allergic to the adhesive. "It's pretty rare, and most clients never have any issues, but it's something to be aware of–a good artist will talk you through the signs and can offer a patch test if you're nervous about it," she says.
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Cleaning eyelash extensions is extremely important.
"This is a must, every day, even if you're not wearing eye makeup or any other makeup on your face," Robinson tells Parade. "Our skin produces oil and sheds dead skin cells all the time, and you don't want that, along with skincare products, to build up around the base of your extensions."
Not cleaning lash extensions can cause them to shed more easily and, worst case, cause inflammation on your eyelids, she warns, explaining, "It's also important to make sure you're using a cleanser that's safe for both your eyes and your extensions."
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Robinson's eyelash extension cleansing routine:
Wash your face with your favorite cleanser first.Put a drop of lash cleanser onto the back of your hand.Using a cleansing brush or your fingers, lather up the cleanser with warm water until it's a sudsy foam.Gently swipe the brush or your fingers along your lash line.Rinse with water until your eyes and lashes are clean.Gently pat your eyes dry with a towel.Can You Get Lash Extensions if You Have Blepharitis?
Blepharitis is due to oil gland dysfunction or bacterial buildup along the lash line, and "extensions can make things worse by trapping debris and creating a surface that's harder to keep clean," Robinson says.
"If your blepharitis is well-managed and in remission, some artists will work with you, provided you commit to rigorous daily cleansing, but please talk to your eye doctor first, not just to your lash artist, she adds"
If your blepharitis is active, a well-educated lash artist should turn you away if your lash line is red, crusty or inflamed, she explains.
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Robinson recommends checking that the lash studio has the following:
Proper licensing and lash-specific certification.A clean, sanitized workspace with fresh, sterilized tools for every client.An artist whose style and aesthetic feels aligned with yours ("I think this part is really important and often overlooked," she explains.)A real consultation—they should ask about what you want your lashes to look like, your lifestyle, allergies and sensitivities and answer any other questions you may have.Before-and-after photos of their own work, not stock images.Strong reviews from real clients.Related: Forget ‘Baby Botox’: This Peptide Hack Is the Secret to Naturally Plumper Skin
What Length of Lashes Is Currently On-Trend?
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"I'm really loving that 2026 is all about 'less is more' when it comes to lash extensions," Robinson tells Parade. "I've seen a significant shift away from dense, super-long lashes toward natural and soft sets."
She adds, "We're doing a lot of wispy half sets that mimic the way your lashes actually grow, and using extensions with less curl and shorter lengths."
She reveals that brown lashes are also having a moment, sharing, "They're just a little softer and more natural looking than black. I'm not doing many sets right now where the longest length is more than 11mm."
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Pricing varies a lot by city and artist, but Robinson says classic full sets range anywhere from $100–$250, and fills from $75–$150.
"This is for your most basic sets, which in my opinion are a great starting place," she explains. "Hybrid and volume sets are going to cost more, as they're more time and labor intensive. Aftercare is genuinely affordable, a good lash-safe cleanser runs $15–$40."
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