Beautiful eyelashes are the key to
striking eyes, and along with
everything else that people have
withstood for the sake of looking
more attractive, fake eyelashes are
one of the best ways to enhance your
beauty. Using fake eyelashes is by far
the easiest and cheapest way to
achieve the much-desired ultra-
feminine, sexy look, and the fixing of
eyelashes have become an increasing
popular trend that every fashionista is
following, especially one that wants
to look perfect, prim and proper.
The elongation of the lashes by fixing
false ones adds a dazzling look to the
eye and makes it stand out. It’s also
an alternative to applying mascara,
since not everyone can be careful and
meticulous in applying it to get the
perfect look. However, the problem is
that there are certain side effects of
wearing fake lashes.
Trapping Dirt
Hygiene-wise, false eyelashes are a
risk as they tend to trap dirt and
bacteria. Natural eyelashes prevent
dirt, foreign material, sweat and
bacteria from entering into the eyes,
by trapping and keeping out anything
that comes near the eyes. But fake
eyelashes tend to trap and hold
anything that comes around them.
These harmful particles that are
trapped most times cause irritation
to the eyelids and eyes. This is
probably the most dangerous side
effect because over a period of time
this irritation caused by fake lashes
may result in blindness if proper care
is not taken to having it
professionally fixed.
Allergic Reactions
Fixing of fake lashes can also cause
an allergic reaction to the skin and
eyes, which can stem from the
adhesive used to attach the fake
lashes unto the eyes. Dr. Benson
Ohueri, a practising optometrist says
that the false lashes do not have
anything to do with the eyes, but then
it is the chemicals in the glue used in
fixing the lashes on to the eyes that is
harmful because if not properly
handled, the glue can get into one’s
eyes and since it contains chemicals,
it can cause a lot of problems for the
eyes like cornea inflation, irritation
and alteration to the eyes.
He also said that he does not advise
ladies to wear false eyelashes all the
time because it thins out the original
lashes on the eyelids which is not
healthy. If eyelashes are not properly
fixed, they can also cause redness of
the eyes which is the most common
among the side effects. To avert such
irritation, it is advised that you go to
an experienced professional if it is
your first fixing, and a patch test will
be carried out to find out if your skin
is allergic to any of the materials
about to be used.
Damage to Natural Lashes
According to Dr. Ohueri, a practising
optometrist in Abuja, the natural
lashes can also be damaged if
artificial lashes are not properly fixed
on the eyelids. They can get into the
eyes and cause a lot of problems.
Also, the use of harmful chemicals on
the eyelashes can cause them to fall
quicker than they naturally would and
artificial lashes cause the eyelashes
to shed quicker than they are
supposed to.
The pressure exerted in fixing the
lashes can also cause damage to the
hair follicles of the eyelids, thus
making the natural lash to become
sparse, brittle and break off easily due
to too much pressure on them,
leading to slow growth or it even
stops their growth permanently. Dr.
Ohueri suggests that false lashes
should only be used on special
occasions when you need to inspire a
totally new look which the lashes will
create for you.
Experiences of Fixing Lashes
As against the thought that one
cannot do certain things when having
fake lashes, Miss Chiggy does not
have such belief. She said that
depending on where you got them
fixed and the quality of lash used, you
can do whatever activity you want
with false lashes like swimming,
bathing and washing the face even
though people think that when you
have it fixed you cannot wash your
face properly. She said that they are
durable and last for two weeks before
she goes for a re-fix. When asked if
she gets tired of fixing it, she replies
that she really never had natural
lashes on her eyelids and so she does
not see it as odd on her, but instead it
is normal to her.
Rita is at loss for words for she is a
victim of continued fake lash fixing
and there is no going back now. She
had full lashes before but wanted
more and now is hooked and does
not feel beautiful if she does not have
one fixed. So now, no matter the
financial constraints she has, she
must get her lashes fixed when it is
due. According to her, she is hopeless
about the situation.
According to Aisha, she fixes fake
lashes once in a while especially
when she has important functions to
attend like weddings, where everyone
wants to stand out and look her
pretty best. Although she naturally
has long lashes, having the fake one
fixed gives it a fuller look which is
more attractive.
On the other hand, Funmi has vowed
never to fix fake lashes again.
According to her, it made her very
uncomfortable and itchy, and she
kept having the feeling that there was
something wrong with her eyes as
she felt heaviness all around.
Probably it was due to the fact that it
was her first time, but not
withstanding, she does not want to
go through the stress again and has
resigned herself to using her mascara
as she has always done.
So whatever the case may be, it is
best to get a clear picture before you
decide to get artificial eyelashes fixed
on you. Make sure you weigh the pros
and cons and see how far you want
to go with it. Stay beautiful and
healthy as always.
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person wey fyn don fyn n person wey worwor no amount of makup or xtra lashes wilk do any magic.me i dnt evn lik it at alllllll d first tym i fixed it.it was as if i was sleep walkin,wasnt comfortable n it pulled off ma eye lashes nnooo i dnt lik it i prefer usin mascara

thank God i av long n full lashes. I just highlight it wit ma mascara. People fink i fix eyelashes. The fake lashes make ladies look prettier, who wouldnt want to look prettier? Hmmm.

Una don hear M̶̲̥̅̊є̲̣̥ I no dey oooo

To be honest i've never used false lashes , i find them really uncomfortable ,and just watching Make-up Artists apply them on you gives me goose bumps.

Besides, i get the same effect from using this brand of Mascaras here

http://productsthatactuallydowork..com/2013/10/maybelline-reason-why-i-have-never-used.html

I've never used them, but fully intend to. Thanks

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9XQOuQSLxc