Lashes by Laura

Allergic reaction is probably the saddest thing that could happen to any lash lover 😱
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🔴 So what's causing it? What to do if you become allergic?

There are two types of allergies:
- when a person is born with a sensitivity to a certain ingredient
- when a person builds up an allergic reaction to a certain ingredient, even when they've never had a reaction to it before
From this we know, that even if you've had your lashes done for years - this doesn't mean you will never be allergic.
How high is the risk?
Very low. Only have 1 client developing a reaction per year or two.

🔴 What are the symptoms?

- red, swollen, itchy and painful eyelids
- possible discharge
- possible dry and flaky skin on eye lids
These symptoms would show up within 1 to 2 days after having your lashes done. If it happens later it's most likely caused by poor eye hygiene and infection.
IMPORTANT: red eyeballs are NOT a symptom of allergic reaction. This is usually caused by adhesive fumes or eye pads irritating the surface of the eyeball.
What to do if you think you are allergic?
- let your stylist know asap
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- ask your gp or pharmacist for antihistamines
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- if symptoms don't improve fast book an appointment for a removal with your lash stylist
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Once you've developed an allergic reaction you will most likely be allergic again, regardless of what type of glue is used as all lash glues contain the same active ingredient - cyanoacrylate. For this reason no further applications can be carried out.
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🔴 Who's fault?
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No one's. It can happen to any person, every lash stylist, regardless of what products were used and how long for. Unfortunately allergic reactions are not under our control ☝️

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