Beauty salon in Hartbeespoort (Harties)
How To Remove Lash Extensions
Pulling or picking off lash extensions can take your natural lashes with them. This guide explains the safe options, what to do in the meantime, and how professional removal works.
How To Remove Lash Extensions: what to consider
Why you should not pull them off
Lash extensions are glued one by one to your natural lashes. When you pull or pick them off, the natural lash usually comes out with them, and it can take weeks for it to grow back. Repeated pulling can leave noticeable gaps.
Your two safe options
1. Let them shed naturally. Your natural lashes fall out and regrow in cycles, and the extensions go with them. While they shed:
- Keep the lashes clean, as dirty lashes can irritate your eyes.
- Avoid rubbing your eyes, and do not use waterproof mascara on the extensions.
- Expect the set to look uneven as it grows out.
2. Book a professional removal. A technician applies a remover that dissolves the adhesive, then slides the extensions off without tugging on your natural lashes. At Galeo Beauty, Lash Removal is a short appointment, and we also offer a Lash Shampoo if you want your lashes cleaned before deciding.
Why we do not recommend home removal
Oil-based removers and steam are often suggested online, but working that close to your eyes without the right products and tools risks irritation and pulling. If you choose to try, never use force, and stop if your eyes sting.
After removal
Give your natural lashes a short break if they look thin. If you want a lift without extensions, a Lash Lift & Tint curls and darkens your own lashes. If your eyes become swollen, painful or itchy at any point, contact us and see a doctor or pharmacist, as it can be a reaction to the adhesive.
Prices and booking
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I pull my lash extensions off?
Please do not. Each extension is bonded to a natural lash, so pulling removes the natural lash too and can leave gaps that take weeks to grow back.
How does professional removal work?
Your technician applies a remover to dissolve the adhesive and slides the extensions off without tugging. Our Lash Removal appointment is listed below.
What if my eyes itch or swell?
Remove eye make-up gently and contact us. If you have swelling, pain or a rash, see a doctor or pharmacist, as it can be a reaction to the adhesive.
Why book at Galeo Beauty?
All appointments take place at our one salon at Shop 6, Landsmeer, Jan Smuts Rd, Hartbeespoort. Each treatment shows its menu price and appointment length before you book, online or on WhatsApp.
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