If you’re anything like me, you probably take your lashes and brows for granted. I know I do. But, as we all age, it becomes increasingly important to take good care of these crucial facial features. Here are some tips on how to properly care for your lashes and brows, so you can keep them looking their best for years to come!
Wash Your Face Every Night Before Bed
Taking off your makeup and washing your face every night should be a nightly ritual for anyone wanting to protect their skin. The longer you leave dirt, makeup, and impurities on your face the higher risk you put your skin at for breakouts, inflammation, and damage. Doing so will ensure that those dreaded morning breakouts don’t happen overnight and allow the healing process of any existing blemishes.
Washing your face is also a great way to start relaxing your mind before going to sleep as it not only releases tension in the muscles of your face but allows you to take some time for yourself each night. Not to mention who doesn’t like feeling fresh clean skin? So make sure you add “wash my face” to your list of bedtime activities and reap the benefits of radiant skin!
Gently Brush Your Lashes And Brows
Brushing your eyelashes and eyebrows with a clean mascara wand is essential to keeping them looking healthy and beautiful. It helps keep them free of dirt and debris, while also taming unruly hairs. Additionally, regular brushing improves circulation around the eyes which can promote healthy growth and shine. Just be sure to use gentle strokes when brushing, being careful not to tug too hard. With just a few minutes of care each day, you can have lashes and brows that look their best!
Use an Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover
Even if you’re faithful about removing your eye makeup at night, selecting the wrong remover can easily damage your eyelashes. Oil-based creams and oils can weaken and break lashes, making it important to use an oil-free eye makeup remover when taking off your mascara, liner, and eyeshadow. Oil-free removers tend to be less harsh on the skin, but also reduce the likelihood of brittle and sparse lashes as a result of lash-weakening residue buildup. Switching to an oil-free remover can help keep your lashes healthy and prevent further damage due to the overuse of improper eye makeup removers.
Trim Your Lashes Regularly
Everyone wants to have long and luxurious eyelashes, but if you don’t take care of them, you could be doing more harm than good. Regularly trimming your lashes is an important part of keeping them looking healthy and full. Trimming can help to eliminate any broken or damaged lashes that have a habit of sticking out awkwardly, so you can always appear put together. Also, since mascara often causes buildup on the tips of your lashes, trimming once in a while will make sure they remain clump-free and look extra lush as a result. Get into the habit of trimming your lashes regularly to keep them looking fabulous!
Get Your Eyebrows Professionally Waxed
Visiting a professional for eyebrow waxing or threading can save time and effort when it comes to maintaining the perfect brow shape. Waxing or threading your eyebrows every 4-6 weeks can provide long-lasting results, much more so than at-home methods such as tweezing. In addition to saving you time in the morning and freeing up your schedule, visiting a professional can also keep you from making any little mistakes that could be visible over time. As an added bonus, with proper skin care before and after waxing or threading, hair regrowth should be finer and softer with continued visits to a professional.
Ending Note
Taking care of our eyes is an important part of a beauty routine. Our eyelashes and eyebrows frame our faces, so we want to make sure they always look their best. It’s simple: carefully washing, brushing and trimming your lashes, using an oil-free eye makeup remover and getting regular waxes or threadings are all key parts of great lash and brow care. Give your eyes the attention they deserve; you’ll be thankful when you flash those beautiful, luscious lashes!
FAQs For Taking Care of Your Lashes
1. How often should I clean my lashes and brows?
To ensure they stay free of dirt and debris, you should clean them every night before bed.
2. Is waxing or threading better for my eyebrows?
Waxing and threading both have their benefits, however many people prefer to wax because it offers longer-lasting results that can last up to six weeks.
3. What is the best way to clean my lashes and brows?
The best way to clean your lashes and brows is to use a gentle cleanser, water, and a cotton swab. Make sure you are very gentle when cleansing and do not tug on the skin or lashes.
4. How can I prevent my lashes and brows from falling out?
To prevent your lashes and brows from falling out, you should use an oil-free eye makeup remover and avoid rubbing or tugging at them when removing your mascara. In addition, regularly trimming and waxing or threading them can help keep them looking their best.
5. What is the best way to promote lash growth?
The best way to promote lash growth is to use a combination of serums and conditioners that are geared toward hair growth. There are many products on the market designed specifically for this purpose, so it’s worth researching what would be most beneficial for you. Additionally, regularly caring for your lashes by avoiding harsh makeup removers, trimming them regularly, and using protective serums can all help to promote lash growth.
6. Is it safe to use false lashes?
False lashes are generally considered safe if applied properly, however, it’s important to take extra care when removing them in order to avoid any damage or trauma to your natural lashes. Additionally, if you choose to use false lashes regularly, make sure you are using an oil-free eye makeup remover that is gentle on the skin and lash follicles.
