Mink lashes have a long lifespan as well as synthetic lashes if maintained. So, why throw them away when you can reuse them and save some money? This article aims to help you maintain and lengthen the lifespan of your lashes.
You can reuse synthetic eyelashes 5-10 times with proper care and maintenance. Human and animal eyelashes such as mink lashes have longer lifespans compared to synthetics. You can reuse them up to 10-25 times if maintained. Also, lashes with thicker strips last longer than those with thinner strips.
The number of eyelashes’ reusable times depends on certain factors. These factors include eyelash sources, production processes, and maintenance. The rest of this article will explain the various lash sources and how to make them last longer.
Types of Lashes You Use
1. Synthetic Lashes
Synthetic lashes are made from artificial plastic fibers. They are the most common, thickest, and firmest of the bunch. You can discard them after each usage. But, with appropriate care and maintenance, you can reuse them 5-10 times.
Silk lashes are also composed of synthetic materials. But, these are lighter in weight, more flexible, and look like natural lashes.
2. Animal Lashes
Manufacturers make animal lashes using animal hair. They brush or shave the bodies of animals such as mink and horses to get these lashes. Mink lashes are expensive, and you can reuse them up to 20 times.
3. Human Lashes
Human lashes are made from human hair. They have a very fine fiber that is simple to curl. When exposed to water, both human and animal lashes can get damaged. You can reuse human lashes up to 20 times, same as mink.
How Long Can You Wear Eyelashes
You can wear your lashes for the whole day. But remember to take them off before going to bed, especially if they are stick-on lashes. When you roll over while sleeping, the curls of your eyelashes can change, thereby preventing them from lasting.
How Can You Extend the Life of Your Eyelashes?
A great pair of natural-looking eyelashes is expensive. Throwing them away after each use is a waste of money. If you want to reuse them many times, read the following points carefully.
1. Remove Lashes With Caution
Wash your hands before removing your eyelashes. Then, soak a cotton swab in makeup remover and gently press it against the eyelash band. It will loosen the lash glue and prevent the strip from stretching while peeling.
Beginning from the outer corner of your eyes, gently peel off your lash band with tweezers or your hands. Do not drag or tug the fake eyelashes from the center. This may harm your natural eyelashes and change the curve of your faux lashes.
2. Remove the Eyelash Glue
After peeling off your eyelashes, you’ll see leftover glue on them. Soak a cotton swab in an oil-free eye makeup remover. Gently press it on the lashes to remove the remaining adhesive. Picking the glue clumps, especially if they are strong, may damage the eyelash. But if the chunks are soft, you may take them off with a tweezer.
3. Clean Your Lashes Very Well
After you’ve removed the adhesive, it’s time to clean the lashes very well.
For synthetic lashes, place them on a clean towel. Then soak a reusable or cotton swab in an oil-free eye makeup remover. Gently rub the cotton swab on the eyelash to remove any remaining dirt, mascara, and makeup.
For human and animal lashes, don’t use a makeup remover as it can ruin their appearances. Instead, use water. Dip a cotton swab in water and use it to clean the lashes. Avoid submerging your mink lashes into the water and squeezing it to expel water.
4. Leave It to Dry and Store It
When you buy eyelashes, it’s essential to keep the box if you plan on reusing them.
After cleaning your eyelashes, leave them on a clean cloth to dry. Once it’s dry, put it back into your eyelash box to maintain its original shape and style. Avoid squeezing the eyelash to dry it.
5. Don’t Sleep With Your Lashes
If you want your lashes to last, avoid sleeping with them for an extended period. If you’re wearing stick-on lashes, remove them before you sleep. Turning in bed can damage lash curls and also cause eye irritation.
6. Don’t Use Too Much Adhesive
Applying excess adhesive makes eyelashes impossible to clean and reuse. Also, it can damage the eyelashes. If you want to reuse a set of eyelashes, apply less glue. But whenever you use excess adhesive, allow it to dry before removing it to prevent glue clumps.
7. Avoid Applying Heavy Mascara
Applying heavy mascara to your fake lashes will ruin their curls and structure. It makes your lashes appear clumpy, difficult to clean and reuse. If you wear stick-on lashes, apply the mascara to your natural lashes rather than the false ones.
Conclusion
Eyelashes, whether synthetic or mink, have more than one lifespan. Animal lashes, such as mink lashes, are the finest reusable eyelashes. They have a longer lifespan compared to synthetic lashes.
But, you can maximize synthetic lifespans if you take good care of them. You have to be very careful while cleaning and storing them. Don’t apply much mascara or sleep with your stick-on lashes for reusing purposes.
Remember to clean your eyelashes with an alcohol-soaked cotton swab. Lashes can be a breeding place for bacteria. So, it would be best if you didn’t contract an eye infection from reusing lashes.
