Hey girls, want to add extra oomph to your eyes? Lash extensions can be the right solution. These Add fluttering and definition to your lashes, making them look longer and fuller. Further, you appear more awake and polished – even if you rolled out of bed. Not to mention, they can be a real confidence booster.
But as with any beauty service, there can be downsides – like when your lash extensions turn crunchy. This can occur for several reasons, from the glue used to the after-care products you’re using (or not using). Keep reading to learn the top reasons your eyelash extensions are crunchy – and what you can do about it.
What Causes Lash Extensions to Feel Crunchy?
If you’re waking up to crunchy lash extensions, it could be due to one (or more) of the following reasons:
Lash Extensions are Made From Synthetic Fiber
Acrylic eyelash extensions are stronger, glossier, and create a more dramatic look than synthetic volume lashes. However, synthetic volume lashes have the benefit of being thicker and fuller, giving the illusion of a more natural lash, but they also have some disadvantages.
Many women find these extensions uncomfortable and hard to look at because we don’t all have thick, healthy natural lashes. Lash technicians typically suggest synthetic lash extensions to young women who want a more dramatic look for their already-dense natural lashes.
If you’re using synthetic lash extensions, they may be the cause of your crunchy lash problem. The fibers in these lashes are thicker than human hair, so they don’t always lay flat. This can cause the lash to lift at the base and crease in the middle, which leads to that crunchy, spider-lash look.
Low-Quality Eyelash Extensions
There are many eyelash extension brands, each with different levels of quality. The better the quality, the more natural and comfortable they will feel – and the less likely you will experience any side effects, like crunchy lashes.
The following are signs that your eyelash extensions were made with poor-quality materials.
- Their curls loosen and fall out within a few days.
- Feel very stiff, crunchy, and artificial.
- The glue is not holding them in place well, and they fall out quickly.
- The lash band is visible and sticks out.
- The lashes are of different lengths, and some are shorter than others.
- Lash extensions that are thick in diameter.
The material used in crunchy lash extensions is usually nylon or low-quality synthetic fiber. While they can be difficult to break with your finger, they don’t last long on your eyes and can cause discomfort.
Lash Extensions Glue is Applied Too Much or Has a Poor Quality
Undoubtedly, adhesive is one of the main aspects of eyelash extensions. However, using low-quality glue can result in several problems, such as dry and crumpled lashes.
Lash extension glue always contains cyanoacrylate, a potent bonding agent. Furthermore, the adhesive also contains formaldehyde. So, if your lash stylist applies an excess of glue on your eyelash extensions, it can make them feel crunchy.
When cyanoacrylate comes in contact with moisture, it evaporates and dries out your lashes, making them brittle. Formaldehyde can have a similar effect and make your lash extensions dry, hard, and crunchy.
Volume Lashes Not Cleaned Properly
Getting a lash extension is not a one-time thing. You must take proper care of your lash extensions to ensure they last long and look beautiful.
It’s necessary to cleanse your lash extensions every day with an oil-free makeup remover. This will help remove dirt, dust, and sebum that can accumulate on your lash extensions and make them feel crunchy.
The sebum and dirt will make the lash band sticky if you don’t cleanse your lashes. This will cause your lash extensions to lift and eventually fall off.
It is also unwise to keep your eyelash extensions dry all the time. You need to oil them with baby oil to keep them moisturized.
If you don’t take good care of your lash extensions, they will become dry, brittle, and crunchy.
Using Alcohol and Sulfate-Based Lash Cleaning Products
Both alcohols and sulfates are known for making natural hair dry by removing its moisture. But did you know that using eyelash extension cleaning products containing these chemicals can make your volume lashes dry, brittle, and crunchy?
Although it is rare, if you use harsh shampoo or soap on your lash extensions, they can become crunchy. A study found that silk fiber changes structurally when it comes into contact with alcohol.
So, ensure you use a mild, oil-free cleanser on your lash extensions to avoid making them crunchy.
Which Eyelash Extensions Offer a Soft, Natural Feel?
There are currently three types of eyelash extensions available on the market: The type of lash extensions that will give you a thicker look is usually made of acrylic. However, they are much stiffer and straighter than others, with gritted edges. This kind of lash will most likely feel crunchier and more brittle.
If you want your lash extensions to be soft and comfortable, go for silk fiber or real mink. They give the appearance of more natural-looking eyelashes because they are delicate and soft.
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Final Verdict
So yes, extensions made of nylon or low-quality synthetic fiber can cause your lashes to feel crunchy. Also, if the lash stylist applies too much glue on your extensions or uses low-quality glue, it can make your lashes crunchy.
To avoid crunchy lash extensions, go for silk fiber or real mink lashes. Also, take proper care of your eyelash extensions by cleansing them daily with an oil-free makeup remover.
