Fake Eyelashes or Eyelash Extensions? Which to Choose?

November 03, 2021 Eyelashes Views: 660

Now, more and more people are realizing that eyelashes play an important role in their daily makeup. Because false eyelashes and eyelash extensions serve the same purpose - to give you long, attractive lashes - many people mistakenly think they are the same. But the truth is they are very different! To help you make an informed choice about false lashes and lash extensions, we have considered all the factors and gathered information about the pros and cons of both.

What are Lash Extensions?

Eyelash extensions are synthetic or natural hair fibers that are applied individually and attached to the root of each eyelash with special glue. Each false eyelash will be applied to your own eyelashes one by one (this is a time-consuming process).

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1. Application

Usually, false eyelashes can be worn by yourself at home. All you need is a set of false eyelashes, glue, and a false eyelash applicator. In short, you just simply need to attach false lashes along your natural eyelash line. Once you learn how to do it properly, its application will only take you 1 to 10 minutes in the morning.

On the other hand, the application of eyelash extension must be done by a trained professional make-up artist in a salon. Then you will spend 1-2 hours in a beauty studio, as you will need a makeup artist to place the false eyelashes one by one on your eyes. You don't have to treat your lashes every morning with eyelash extensions.

2. Risks

High-quality false eyelashes are not inherently risky. However, incorrect application of false eyelashes can lead to serious health risks. In particular, unclean and low-quality false eyelashes cause infections. Meanwhile, false eyelash glue can also cause eye irritation, which can be even more serious. Therefore, in order to reduce the risk, you must choose high-quality eyelashes, at the same time, false eyelashes must be properly and thoroughly cleaned. Learning to wear false eyelashes correctly is essential for beginners, as it can also avoid damaging the eyes. Remember, do it slowly and gently.

For eyelash extensions, the incorrect operation of the makeup artist in the salon will also bring serious health risks. For example, if the tools are not clean, you may get an eye infection. In addition, this process may cause allergic reactions and loss of natural eyelashes. Therefore, be sure to choose a salon and makeup artist with a business license.

3. Cost

Generally speaking, false eyelashes are affordable for most people and cost between $3-$20.

Eyelash extensions are more expensive than false eyelashes. Doing eyelash extensions in the salon costs $150-$500. In addition, the monthly maintenance and replenishment costs will be between $50-70. In the end, removing them will cost $20-30.

Prices vary greatly because there are many types of eyelash extensions. Some materials are more expensive, while large-volume styles take longer and require more materials. Sometimes the price of eyelash extensions also depends on the level of the salon makeup artist.

4. Appearance

Since the eyelash extension is applied to each eyelash individually and is made of high-quality materials such as silk and mink, it will not spoil the natural appearance of your eyes. They will blend perfectly into your own eyelashes and make your eyelashes look natural. Compared with eyelash extensions, false eyelashes tend to look less natural. But now there are also false eyelashes made of faux mink hair and silk, so the false eyelashes won’t look as stiff as they used to be.

5. Maintenance

When you plan to use false eyelashes again, you only need to clean them thoroughly and store them in a dry designated container so that you can reuse them 15-30 times.

But if you want to extend the life of your eyelash extensions as long as possible, you must take good care of your eyelashes, including avoiding heavy eye makeup and cleaning products with excessive cleaning power. Instead, you need to use eyelash-friendly mascara and other products that will not cause any damage to your extensions. In addition, if you want to keep your eyelashes thick, you must visit a professional salon every two weeks to replenish them. At the same time, you must keep your eyelashes dry within two days after doing the eyelash extensions. Therefore, you need to avoid sweating and wash your face carefully during this period. In short, maintaining eyelash extensions is also a complicated process, which requires sufficient time and patience.

6. Style

Sometimes you may want to change the style of your eyelashes to suit a particular occasion. For example, formal occasions that do not require gorgeous makeup. You can’t change your eye look at this time after you have finished your eyelash extensions. However, if you need to adjust the appearance according to a specific occasion, false eyelashes may be more suitable for you.

If you are going to travel or have a super busy schedule, eyelash extensions are a good choice, so you don't have to worry about your makeup. However, false eyelashes are easier to apply and you can choose when and what to use.

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Finally, what side are you on? Team false lashes or team lash extensions? Let us know in the comments!