Real Women Share What It's Like Wearing Eyelash Extensions for Over 6 Years:
There are those who dabble in eyelash extensions, perhaps trying them once for a special occasion, like a big vacation or wedding; and then there are those for whom extension fills are commonplace, like a standing manicure or blowout appointment. Sure, it costs $200 to get your first set and $60 every refill (in Los Angeles, at least), but to some women, it's worth it. There are women out there who haven't let the world see their natural lashes for five years or more.
What is it really like to have eyelash extensions for years, you ask? Does it ruin your natural lashes? Does it boost your confidence? Why keep up with it for so long? To answer all your most burning questions about eyelash extensions, we found four real people who fall squarely into the “addict” camp. Keep scrolling to see what they had to say about their eyelash extension commitment.
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Name: Adriana
Age: Pass. Haha!
How many years have you had eyelash extensions?
Six years
How often do you get them filled?
It depends on the person who does them, but anywhere between 10 days and three weeks.
What makes them worth it to you, time-wise, financially, and in general?
I never really wore that much makeup to begin with. So it hasn't really cut my makeup routine in half or anything. Also, it’s an additional service; it isn't a necessary one. But what makes it worth it to me is that it is what I want, and I am happier knowing that I have an amazing full set of lashes. I get compliments on my lashes a lot, and that helps make it worth it to me.
How has having eyelash extensions changed you (confidence, beauty routine, etc.)?
I wake up and never have to worry about putting on makeup. Of course, if I go out, I may have to add some eyeliner and lip gloss, but I don't worry about having raccoon eyes with mascara or my eyelashes falling off with strips. It's definitely boosted my confidence with the fact alone that no matter what, I always have long, full eyelashes that make my eyes pop.
What's your favorite part about them?
I'm Chinese, and like most Asian girls, I want bigger eyes. I feel like the dramatic effect the eyelash extensions bring to my eyes makes my eyes always a focal point. I can wake up next to my guy and just bat my eyelashes knowing that I look good!
Have they changed your natural lashes? Have they had any negative impacts on your natural lashes, their growth pattern, etc.?
It really depends on who has done them. I've had some girls that did so many clusters that I lost chunks of my eyelashes and would pray Oh god, please let them grow back! When I go to the right people, I don't notice anything negative.
Forever might be a strong word, but do you plan to have them indefinitely?
I'd like to. I mean, I don't know if I will be in my 60s really concerned with having long, luscious lashes every day. Haha! But I see it for the next 10 to 15 years.
Do you recommend lashes to any beginners thinking about trying them?
I do, but I also recommend they find someone who is good and not try to get the best deal just to get them, because you will notice a difference, and the quality is what matters the most with this service.
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