False Eyelashes, Beautiful But Risky

False eyelashes can enhance your eyes, but there is something to be aware of. Apparently some people have irritation from the adhesive on false eyelashes. Lentik whether or not eyelashes actually depend on genetic factors. Some people, especially women, work around this so that their lashes look more curved and bushy by using false eyelashes. However, if it is not used properly, this beautiful object can have a negative impact. Generally there are three types of false eyelashes based on the period of usage and the complexity of the installation.

• Temporary or temporary false eyelashes. Shaped strips that are attached to the eyelid using special glue. This type of false eyelashes can be removed with eye makeup remover and can be reused as long as they are cleaned and stored properly.
• Semi-permanent false eyelashes. Usually in the form of small ties in which one bunch consists of 4 strands of false eyelashes. This eyelash bond is attached to the original eyelash root using semi-permanent glue. These false eyelashes can be removed using a special remover glue after a few days.
• Permanent false eyelashes. One strand of false eyelash is attached to each strand of original eyelashes using a special flexible glue. This type of false eyelashes can last a long time, even for 2-4 weeks, and must be removed with a special remover by a professional beauty therapist.

Dangers of False Eyelashes

False eyelashes can indeed enhance your face, but they also have risks that can affect health, for example:

• Glue used to attach false eyelashes can cause irritation or allergic reactions.
• Bacteria and dirt can get trapped in false eyelashes and cause eye infections caused by viruses, bacteria, to fungi.
• False eyelashes can compress the original eyelash follicles. If it happens constantly, the original eyelashes can fall out and not grow back.
• Rubbing false eyelashes can cause the original eyelashes to fall out accidentally.
• Blindness.

Safe Using False Eyelashes

Eyelash products and the practice of working eyelash extensions are not regulated in the law or the Food and Drug Supervisory Agency (BPOM), so everyone who does it needs to protect themselves from various risks. The following are things that can be done to protect yourself.

• There is still controversy about formaldehyde which is used as an eyelash adhesive. Some people are allergic to these ingredients, while most others however some adhesives may have formaldehyde levels that exceed tolerable levels. It is recommended to look for brands that provide as much detailed information about their products as possible.
• Test whether your skin is sensitive to substances in false eyelash glue or not. The trick, apply a little glue to the skin of the hands and wait for 24 hours. If the skin of the hands becomes reddish, swollen, or bruised, don't use the product.
• Choose fake eyelash products that read "hypoallergenic".
• When choosing a place to extend eyelashes, choose a certified beauty salon, so you are sure that employees who will be doing extensions have undergone training. Also ensure the safety and cleanliness of the tools and products used.
• Mistakes when attaching false eyelashes can cause irritation or even serious infections. Before doing eyelash extensions, the Implementer needs to explain the risks and benefits of the process.
• Never apply glue directly to the eyelid. Stick it to false eyelashes.
• Always release false eyelashes before going to sleep.
• Never lend false eyelashes to others so that there is no exchange of bacteria that cause eye infections.
• Do not curl the false eyelashes using an eyelash curler, because it can make the false eyelashes melt and stick to the original eyelashes.

The effect of using false eyelashes can be different for each person. But certainly, the risk will be far more reduced if you choose not to use false eyelashes on an ongoing basis.