Seeing glasses must never be an obstacle when it comes to applying lash extensions! Both the client and the technician can reach a common ground with regards to the lash length, so that the glasses don’t cause an extra discomfort. Find out some useful tips in our article below. 

 

How to wear lash extensions with seeing glasses

 

Many clients hesitate to schedule an appointment for applying lash extensions hair by hair because they think that seeing glasses might be an obstacle. Nothing could be further from the truth! All you have to do is bring your glasses at the first appointment with your lash artist and this way, you’ll be able to decide together on the lash length, so that they don’t run into the frame or the lenses. Choosing the right size, also keeping in mind the physiognomy, is an essential aspect that both persons must adhere to. Here are some pointers which can be helpful:

 

  1. 1.    Choose the right curvature and thickness

 

In order to eliminate the fear that the lash extensions will touch the glass frame and cause discomfort, choose more curved and thicker extensions. In our previous article, “Everything you need to know about lash extensions: What’s the procedure about?”, we mention the different types of extensions that are out there. Of course, their thickness has to be right compared to the natural lashes, but all these aspects can be debated in the consultancy appointment.

Curvatures vary from J to L+ and M. Decide together with the lash artist an intermediary option, depending on your desires. Also take into account the fact that more curved extensions will need more vertical room, not horizontal. This can contribute to an increase in the overall look without them touching the glasses frame. 

 

  1. 2.    Adjust your glasses depending on the lash extensions

 

If you were thinking of changing glasses in the near future, it’s even better! We recommend that you visit a store where you can try out round and curved ones, which are the best shapes when you want to ensure that the lash extensions won’t cause you any discomfort. Guide yourself and look for this shape also when it comes to sunglasses, to make sure that you are comfortable in any situation.

Also, you can adjust your actual seeing or sunglasses, by visiting an optician. Their decline is generally designed so that the base is closest to your face and the upper side is the most remote. Most glasses types can be adjusted depending on the wearer’s needs, so it’s worth a short when you walk by a medical optician. 

 

Other tips

 

The fact that you’re wearing seeing glasses in your every day life can even be a true advantage when it comes to lash extensions. The lenses will enlarge their look and your eyes will look more intense and framed with the face. Still, it’s important that all measurements are correctly done by the lash artist, before starting the procedure.

If there is constant friction between the lash extensions and the glass frames, your lashes can be damaged, no matter the quality of the glue used or your technique. The best solution is to just use medium length lash extensions which will better frame the eyes on their center. The cat eye shape might be more suitable for you since, it’s compatible with most faces. 

 

Alternative solutions

 

If you can’t manage to find the balance that you want between wearing lash extensions and glasses at the same time, talk to your ophtalmologist and choose the proper contact lenses for you. Be careful though! They must not be worn during the lash extension appointment, but you can simply put them on afterwards.

When you choose this option, it’s important to keep in mind and be even more conscious with regards to the rules to take care of lash extensions at home. Avoid rubbing around the eye area, remove your makeup on a daily basis, carefully and don’t use any cosmetics that are based on oils. Clean your hands before applying or removing your contacts and when necessary use eyedrops, open the eyes wide so that the extensions won’t be damaged.

You shouldn’t feel any kind of discomfort if you’re wearing contact lenses and have lash extensions hair by hair at the same time. The lash curvature is just as important in this case, because the hairs should be the furthest possible from the eye center.

If you’re already wearing contact lenses or you choose to use them together with seeing glasses, explain these aspects to your lash artist at your first appointment in order to agree together which are the most suited extensions for you.