Taking Care of Lash Extensions in the Summer

Summer Heat and Your Lash Extensions

With summer approaching, clients often ask how to look after their lash extensions in hot weather. Many book a fresh set before a holiday, so their appointment is a good chance to talk through swimming, workouts, sunscreen and daily cleansing. Here’s some advice you can share before they go.

Heat and Humidity

This advice applies whether your client is going on holiday or lives somewhere hot and humid. In the salon, check that the temperature and humidity are within the recommended range for your adhesive. For at-home care, tell clients when they can get their lashes wet and how to remove sweat, makeup and skincare residue gently.

If you finish the treatment with Superbonder Sealant, follow the product directions for timing and application. Once clients can get their extensions wet, show them how to cleanse daily with Sensitive Lash Shampoo and a soft lash cleansing brush.

Advise clients to keep their face away from intense direct heat, such as a campfire, and to follow your aftercare guidance before using a sauna or steam room.

Swimming, Goggles and Workouts

“Can I swim with lash extensions?” Yes, once the waiting period for the adhesive and finishing products you used has passed. After swimming in the sea or a pool, clients can gently cleanse their lashes to remove salt, chlorine and sunscreen residue. Remind them to blot around their eyes with a clean towel and avoid rubbing or tugging at the extensions.

Clients can wear swimming goggles if they fit comfortably and leave enough room for the extensions. Ask them to check that the goggles don’t press against the lashes when they blink or catch on them when they take the goggles off.

For workouts, a sweatband or a clean towel can help keep sweat away from the eyes. Remind clients to blot rather than rub, then cleanse their lashes gently after exercise. If they do hot yoga or other activities in heated rooms, talk through any aftercare restrictions that apply to their fresh set.

Sunscreen, Makeup and Tanning Products

In summer, sweat, makeup and skincare can leave residue around the lash line. Advise clients to apply moisturisers and creams carefully so they don’t coat the extensions, and to remove eye makeup gently at the end of the day.

For spray tans, clients should follow the tanning provider’s instructions on eye protection and let them know they’re wearing extensions. If eye protection is provided, check that it sits comfortably without pressing on the lashes.

Clients should keep using sunscreen as directed. Take care around the lash line to avoid coating the extensions, and check the label before using a spray on the face. If the label instructs clients to spray the product into their hands first, they can apply it from there, taking care around the eyes.

At the next infill, ask how the set has worn and whether the client has found any part of their summer aftercare routine difficult. You can then adjust your advice to suit their plans and daily routine.

Hot Tip for Your Lash Station

If you use a Mini Cooli Lash Fan at the end of the appointment, follow the product directions and check the recommended timing before applying Superbonder.