To remove eyelash extensions safely at home, follow these expert-recommended steps:
Step-by-Step Guide to Remove Eyelash Extensions at Home
1. Prepare Your Face and Tools
- Thoroughly cleanse your face with a gentle cleanser to remove all makeup and oils, especially around the eyes.
- Pat dry with a clean, lint-free towel to avoid irritation
2. Use Steam to Loosen Adhesive
- Boil water and pour it into a bowl.
- Lean over the bowl with a towel draped over your head to trap the steam.
- Steam your face for 10-15 minutes to soften the eyelash glue
3. Apply Oil to Dissolve Glue
- Use a cotton pad or swab to apply a natural oil such as coconut oil, olive oil, or baby oil to your lash line.
- Oils help break down the adhesive gently without harming your natural lashes
4. Gently Remove Extensions
- After a few minutes of oil application, use a clean spoolie brush or your fingers to gently slide off the extensions.
- Avoid pulling or tugging to prevent damage or loss of natural lashes
5. Clean and Condition Your Natural Lashes
- After removal, cleanse your lashes with a lash-safe cleanser or micellar water to remove any residue.
- Apply a nourishing lash serum or conditioner to strengthen and protect your natural lashes
Important Tips and Warnings
- Do not pick or forcibly pull off extensions as this can cause natural lash loss and damage
- Avoid using harsh chemicals or makeup removers not designed for lash extension removal
- If you experience irritation, redness, or difficulty removing the extensions, seek professional removal to avoid injury or infection
- Patch test any oil or remover before use to check for allergies or sensitivity
Alternative: Use a Professional Lash Remover Product
- You can purchase a specialized eyelash extension remover designed to dissolve adhesive safely.
- Follow the product instructions carefully, applying with a micro applicator and allowing time for the adhesive to break down before gently removing extensions
While professional removal is safest and most effective, these home methods can work if done patiently and carefully to avoid damaging your natural lashes
