Consequences of eyelash lamination: pitfalls of lashmaking

Issues discussed in the material:

What you need to know about eyelash lamination before going for the procedure
How does the eyelash lamination procedure work?
What external factors influence the consequences of eyelash lamination?
What are the positive and negative consequences of eyelash lamination?

During the lamination process, a special keratin composition is applied to the eyelashes. Its components heal hairs and fill microcracks. Girls are increasingly choosing this procedure as a safer alternative to extensions. But there may also be negative consequences of eyelash lamination that you need to be aware of.

How does the eyelash lamination procedure work?

If this is your first time making an appointment with a specialist, then plan for more than an hour for the procedure. In addition, try to tune in to the possible negative consequences of eyelash lamination that may arise during the process:

Discomfort - it may be uncomfortable and unusual for you to be in one position for a long time, because this procedure is not a quick one.
If the serum gets on the mucous membrane, the eyes will itch and become very watery.
The keratin composition has an unusual smell.
There is an option for lamination in 30 minutes, when the product is applied in two to three stages, but this is more suitable for soft eyelashes as a correction.

The standard procedure lasts 60–90 minutes, while the hairs are processed in five stages. The time spent depends on the experience of the master and the dexterity of his hands. Let's take a closer look at each stage.

First stage.

First, the skin is cleansed of decorative cosmetics and foundation, even if there is no makeup on the face. The area around the eyes is treated with a special degreasing agent intended for the skin of the eyelids. A patch is placed underneath the eyelashes to protect the lower row of hairs and the eyelid. According to the rules, lamination is performed only on the upper eyelashes.

Second phase.

Roller-curlers are applied to the upper eyelids, on which eyelashes are placed and soaked in heated serum. The warm mixture penetrates well into the structure of the hairs and helps give them a beautiful shape. Softened eyelashes are also easier to color. When the mixture dries and turns into a film (usually this takes 30–40 minutes), it is thoroughly washed off. Sometimes re-application of the composition is required.

Third stage.

If there is a desire and need, the eyelashes are colored.

Fourth stage.

A finishing layer of keratin is applied to each hair. This will give the lashes strength and seal the serum inside. Due to the keratin coating, in the first day the bristles are quite brittle and hard, many girls assess this as a negative consequence of the procedure.

Eyelash lamination: benefit or harm

No matter what centuries women lived, they always looked for opportunities to make their eyes and eyebrows brighter and more beautiful. Previously, natural dyes were used for these purposes; later, decorative cosmetics with a complex chemical composition appeared. In addition to makeup, the beauty industry offers lamination, which preserves the unique shine and volume of eyelashes for a long time.

What are the advantages of this procedure?

The keratin composition stimulates the growth of new eyelashes.
Their appearance improves.
Eyelashes are reliably protected from the negative effects of bright sun, extreme temperatures, humidity and chlorinated water.
Shine, beautiful color and attractive bend appear.
The skin around the eyes also receives a boost of vitamins.

Advertising brochures and informational articles usually describe the positive aspects of eyelash lamination. But in reviews on the Internet you can also read about the negative consequences of the procedure caused by accidental ingress of serum into the eye and its inflammation.

To avoid this, we recommend that you ask the lash maker in advance what laminating products he uses. Only after receiving complete information about the composition of the mixture and possible allergic reactions should you decide on the procedure.

Who is at risk

The opinion of doctors about the safety of eyelash lamination is ambiguous. The keratin mixture used to treat hair affects each organism differently depending on individual characteristics. The only thing that all medical workers say is that the indications for the procedure may be the absence of eye diseases. Girls who have diseases, inflammation or other eye problems are at risk.

Cosmetologists perform lamination on women, saying that allergic reactions cannot be predicted. For some clients, the keratin mixture causes irritation and itching; for others, the procedure helps accelerate the growth of eyelashes and improve their appearance. But if the client is allergic, then the likelihood of negative reactions occurring after the session increases.

Positive and negative consequences of eyelash lamination

Step-by-step implementation of the technology will provide excellent protection to the eyelashes. To some extent, the procedure is surprising in its convenience - the hairs do not require as much care as after extensions. Just a day later, the composition is fixed, and you can already safely dye your eyelashes. A humid environment, cosmetics and cleansers - nothing will spoil the beautiful appearance of your eyes.

Another undeniable advantage of lamination is that it is such a simple procedure that it can be repeated at home. Of course, the first time you try may not be successful. Therefore, first, sign up for a procedure at the salon: carefully observe the specialist, the sequence of applying the serum, the direction of hand movements and the tool used. In the future, for home use, purchase only high-quality compounds; saving can have negative consequences.

Owners of short natural eyelashes should think twice before carrying out such a procedure, since hairs sticking out in different directions with a sharp bend will most likely look unaesthetic.

An unpredictable reaction is possible if the client is allergic to one of the components of the drug. If there is inflammation in the eyes, lamination will only aggravate the situation with pain, irritation and weakened vision. With such symptoms, you should contact an ophthalmologist.

Manifestation and symptoms of allergies

The presence of allergies can be observed the next day after a session in cosmetology, because the product begins to act instantly.

However, sometimes the effect becomes noticeable only after a day, because during the day after the visit the product hardens, so at this time there are some restrictions and recommendations from the specialists.

Symptoms appear at different times:

Redness. This factor is considered the initial signal for the appearance of an allergic reaction; the eyes simply begin to turn red.
Itching. Due to the action of the laminating agent, the eyelids begin to itch, which must be quickly suppressed with cold compresses.
Tearing. The composition for eyelash lamination promotes the rapid release of tears from the eyes, which impairs the effectiveness of its action.
Rashes. With a severe allergy or its advanced stage, small rashes may form around the eyelid. When they appear, you should urgently contact a cosmetologist for advice.

An additional symptom is a local increase in temperature, since inflammatory processes are always accompanied by this criterion. Symptoms usually appear in a complex, and not in a single copy, so when one of the points appears, you need to be careful about your eyelids.

What external factors influence the consequences of eyelash lamination?

In addition to allergies, there are other contraindications for performing this procedure:

Weak and short native hairs. Lamination does not increase the length of eyelashes, but only strengthens existing ones. Therefore, insufficient hair length will lead to curling, causing discomfort and pain.
Eyelash extensions. Artificial fibers are glued with a special glue that is not compatible with keratin serum. This will become an obstacle to creating a good result or lead to allergies.
Dry or too oily skin around the eyes. Before the procedure, the master will examine the condition of the eyelids, and if they suffer from dryness or excessive oiliness, then lamination will have to be postponed until the skin is restored to a healthy state.

The procedure is a “double-edged sword.” On the one hand, well-groomed eyelashes are the dream of every girl, on the other hand, there is a risk of allergic reactions and other negative consequences of lamination.

What to do if there are allergic consequences of eyelash lamination

Keratin-based serums, extension glue, eyebrow dye and henna and other products contain various chemicals that can cause allergic reactions. If you have carried out the procedure by a qualified specialist who has quality certificates for the products used, then you will receive a guaranteed effect. Even without mascara, your eyelashes will amaze everyone with their thickness, rich color and alluring lines.

Sometimes clients confuse allergy symptoms with an unsuccessful procedure and attribute this to the inexperience of the specialist. Allergy symptoms disappear if you take an antihistamine. If discomfort in the eyes, swelling, itching does not go away after taking the medicine, then the reason is really the unprofessionalism of the lash maker. If you are firmly convinced that you have signs of an allergy, you should:

Take one tablet of an antihistamine (Suprastin, Diazolin or Loratadine).
Go to the specialist for a repeat procedure to remove the composition.
Contact your doctor. It is advisable to bring with you a sample of the substance that the lash maker used.
As directed by your doctor, undergo testing to identify the allergen.
When re-laminating or other procedures, check the composition of the products so that this allergen is not found among the components.

Allergy

An allergy can occur to almost any component in the serum .

Remember! To find out in advance whether this is possible and to what substance you are allergic, it is not necessary to undergo allergy tests at the clinic.

You need to find out from the specialist what kind of composition will be used and apply it to the inner bend of the elbow.

In case of allergic reactions, the skin in this area will turn red and begin to itch.

Sometimes, for various reasons, such tests are ignored in the salon; it also happens that the client himself hides such a predisposition.

In such cases, an allergy may appear already in the salon or after some time , but no later than 24 hours from the moment of the procedure .

Allergies in such cases manifest themselves in the form of certain symptoms :

lacrimation;
redness and swelling of the eyelids and conjunctiva;
feeling of the presence of sand, debris or a foreign body in the eye;
itching of the skin of the eyelids (especially along the eyelash line);
development of dry eye syndrome.

Know! With severe manifestations of allergies in people with hypersensitivity to the serum, an allergic cough and runny nose, swelling throughout the face and redness of the whites of the eyes are also possible.

Lamination serums are considered hypoallergenic, and allergies are mainly found in those who often undergo such a procedure or are initially prone to allergies.

But allergy symptoms can also appear in cases of violation of lamination technology .

This happens especially often if the specialist acts carelessly and affects the eyelashes too much during the application of keratin serum.

If you are absolutely sure that the signs do indicate an allergy , you must perform the following steps:

remove keratin composition from eyelashes on your own or by going to a salon ;
take a tablet of any antihistamine (for example, suprastin);
visit an allergist who will conduct an examination and tell you about further actions;
give the serum used to an allergist - during further diagnostics, the exact allergen that caused such reactions will be identified.

Note! An allergist will be able to accurately name the component that caused the allergic reaction.

In the future, lamination is allowed, but it will first be necessary to study the composition of the serums used in order to exclude the presence of an allergen component in them.

Eyelash care after the procedure

In the first 24 hours after lamination, try to take care of your eyelashes, namely:

do not apply cosmetics, do not allow water to get on eyelashes and eyelids;
do not touch or rub your eyes;
Do not lie face down on the pillow while sleeping.

To prolong the attractive effect and prevent negative consequences after eyelash lamination, experts advise:

do not use greasy products to cleanse and care for the area around the eyes;
handle wet eyelashes carefully, do not rub them with a sponge or brush;
Do not be exposed to very high temperatures.

It is believed that lamination is easy to do at home. But without sufficient experience and skills it is difficult to get a good result. Unprofessional teams can also behave in unpredictable ways. In such a difficult matter, it is better to trust the master. If you still want to do lamination yourself, consider our recommendations.