Well lookie here, you finally got eyelash extensions. The good news: Your lashes look flawless. The bad news: You feel like you’ll never be able to wash your face again. Take a deep breath. There’s really only two rules to follow: Avoid any and all oil-based products and keep your hands off. Still nervous? Here’s a cheat sheet of products that are all extension-approved and might even cut down on the frequency of your touch-up appointments.
10 Beauty Products Safe Enough to Use on Eyelash Extensions
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Published Sep 20, 2017
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Dermstore
Avene Oil-free Gel Cleanser
Here we go with that number one rule again. Keep your cleansers oil-free to avoid any lost soldiers.
Avene ($27)
Dermstore
Mineral Essence Matte Eye Shadow
Ditto with your eye shadow. Oil-free formulas are the way to go.
Mineral Essence ($15)
Sephora
Marc Jacobs Beauty Highliner Gel Eye Crayon Eyeliner
Whatever you do, avoid pencil liner. It will tug on your lash line and potentially disrupt the glue. It’s best to stick to gel liners that glide on seamlessly and are easier to remove.
Marc Jacobs ($25)
Dermstore
Bioderma Sensibio H2o Wipes
If you’re wearing eye makeup, keep plenty of gentle wipes at the ready. We love these because they’re meant for sensitive skin and allow you to be very precise.
Bioderma ($10)
Dermstore
Jane Iredale Deluxe Spoolie
Just like that old saying: A brush a day keeps the refill appointment away.
Jane Iredale ($10)
Dermstore
Face Stockholm Eye Makeup Remover
If you prefer liquid remover, use a Q-tip so that it won’t leave residue between your lashes.
Face ($26)
Dermstore
Lorac Cosmetics Behind The Scenes Eye Shadow Primer
This formula will help keep pigment in place. No dust-covered lashes here.
Lorac ($23)
Dermstore
La Bella Donna Compressed Mineral Eye Shadow
Truth be told, you hardly need makeup with your new peepers. But a thin brush of shimmering powder can really make ’em pop.
La Bella Donna ($20)
Dermstore
Almay Oil-free Gentle Eye Makeup Remover Pads
Talk about easy on the eyes.
Almay ($8)
Dermstore
Dermadoctor Ain't Misbehavin' Medicated Aha/bha Acne Cleanser
If acne is a concern, nab a cleanser that’s tough enough on trouble spots yet gentle should any accidentally get in your eyes.
DermaDoctor ($30)
