Eyelash extensions can give you the long, thick lashes you’ve always dreamed of, but not everyone that gets extensions is happy with the results, especially as time goes on and lashes start to fall out. But what does it cost to remove eyelash extensions? And how does it work?
The cost of removing eyelash extensions isn’t usually that high. While rates vary from salon to salon, it’s typical to see prices between $25 and $50. You could potentially damage your natural lashes if you remove extensions yourself, which is why you should go to a professional.
Types Of Eyelash Extensions
Eyelash extensions come in many lengths and styles and can be made from several materials. If you take the time to find the best lashes for your eyes, you’re more likely to be satisfied with the outcome.
Synthetic Lashes
Synthetic lash extensions come in many styles and are more affordable than other options, making them a popular choice.
Since they’re available in lots of lengths and thicknesses, wearers can pick lashes in a style that matches their personal tastes.
However, these lashes tend to look more like false eyelashes than natural lashes.
Faux Mink Lashes
We don’t condone the use of mink lashes but faux mink lashes may work for you.
These lashes are thinner and more wispy than other types of synthetic lashes, and they also have a glossy sheen.
Since they’re made from a synthetic material, they can hold a curl for quite a long time.
Silk Lashes
In spite of the name, these eyelash extensions are made from silk fibers, but actual silk. They’re lightweight, flexible, and have a dark matte finish.
These lashes are more reasonably priced than mink lashes, and they’re typically a great option for people with weaker lashes.
How Much Does It Cost To Get Eyelash Extensions Removed?
Eyelash extension removal cost can vary, but the price for having your lashes removed is usually fairly reasonable.
Rates usually fall somewhere between $25 and $50, but the costs could be even lower at some salons.
Of course, if the process is unusually complex, costs could also be higher.
Most types of eyelash extensions will last somewhere between six and eight weeks.
As your natural lashes grow, your extensions will begin to fall out unless you have fills applied. Unfortunately, your eyelashes won’t always come out all at once.
Removal is an easy way to fix eyelashes that are uneven because of missing extensions.
It’s also an effective solution if you don’t like your eyelash extensions or if they’re irritating your eyes.
Some salons will waive removal fees if you’re paying for them to apply a new set of eyelashes.
In addition, if there’s an issue with the lashes that a salon applied for you, there’s a good chance they’ll remove them for you for free.
If you’re unhappy with your lashes, reach out to a salon near you to see what removal costs would be.
How Do Salons Remove Eyelash Extensions?
At a salon, lash extensions are carefully removed to minimize damage to natural eyelashes.
Typically, a cream or a gel is applied along the lash line to dissolve the semi-permanent glue that’s keeping the extensions in place.
Once the lashes are loosened, tools like tweezers are used to remove them completely.
It’s very common for professionals to use a technique known as the “banana peel method” to remove lashes.
This technique involves peeling back extensions the same way that you would peel a banana.
During the process, technicians examine the eyelashes to find the natural lashes that the extensions are secured to.
From there, they use tweezers to grab onto both the natural lashes and the extensions, gently applying pressure.
This will cause the extension to separate from the natural lashes, allowing it to be peeled away.
Can You Remove Lash Extensions At Home?
While it’s recommended that you have your extensions removed at a salon, it’s also possible to remove them at home.
You may wish to do so if your lash extensions are causing you discomfort or dry eyes.
During this process, you’ll want to show as much caution as possible so that you can avoid damaging your natural lashes or irritating your eyes.
Instructions
- Make sure that your face is clean and that any eye makeup near your lashes is fully removed.
- Once you’re ready to get started, you’ll want to loosen up the glue that’s keeping your lashes in place.
Steam will naturally break down the bonds of your lash glue. You can shut the door in your bathroom while leaving the shower on hot or put your face over a bowl of steaming water.
- To loosen up the glue, your lashes will have to be exposed to the steam for at least a few minutes.
- You can break down the glue further by applying oil to your lashes. Vegetable, castor, coconut, and olive oil can all weaken eyelash glue.
- Apply the oil to a cotton pad, then place the pad over your eyes and leave it there for about 10 minutes.
- Remove the pads from your eye and gently rub the pad along your lash line. Your extensions should start to fall off on their own.
You can use tweezers to remove the extensions completely, but you should avoid tugging to make sure you don’t pull out your natural lashes.
How Long Does A Lash Extension Removal Take?
If you have your lash extensions removed by a professional, the process should be quick and painless. In most cases, your extensions will be fully removed within 15 to 25 minutes.
If your extensions have already started to fall out, the process could be even quicker than that.
Removing eyelash extensions at home can be a much longer process.
Because you won’t have access to the same glue-dissolving products that salon technicians use, and because you’ll have to show extra caution, the process could take one to two hours.
While you may be tempted to rush through the process, you need to give the glue the chance to break down before you try removing your extensions.
If you pull out your natural lashes, you’ll be interrupting the lash’s normal life cycle. At a minimum, it will take six weeks for your lashes to grow back. (2)
What Is The Fastest Way To Remove Eyelash Extensions?
The fastest and most effective way to remove extensions is to have the removal done at a salon.
If you’re not able to go to the salon, or if you’d prefer to do things yourself, the easiest way to get rid of your extensions is to do things that will encourage your extensions to fall out naturally.
Steam, oil, and oil-based makeup remover can all break down lash glue. If you stop following the aftercare instructions for your extensions, they’ll eventually fall out on their own.
You won’t have to do anything special to remove them.
Sources
https://www.healthline.com/health/eyelash-extension-side-effects
https://www.healthline.com/health/how-long-does-it-take-for-eyelashes-to-grow-back#after-being-pulled