Are Lash Lifts Dangerous? Eye Doctor Investigates

Who doesn't love the curl from lash lifts aka lash perms? Are they safe for your eyes? Dr. Rupa Wong, ophthalmologist, looks at the chemicals and techniques used in this popular lash hack.
#lashlift #lashperm #eyebeauty

[@kiwichan5242]

Hi! Like this so she can see pls. The lash lift ingredients of the kit that I bought were: #1 Perm - Polyacrylamide, thioglycolic acid, propylene glycol, purified water #2 Fixation - Polyacrylamide, purified water, Propylene glycol, methylparaben #3 Nutrition - Propylene glycol, Methylparaben, Collagen, purified water #4 Cleanser - Methylparaben, purified water #5 Lash Glue - Polyacrylate, emulsifying agent, Deionized water, Ammonium sulfate

[@SuperNutcake]

Avoid parabens

[@Nightbird.]

@@SuperNutcake Good luck finding things without them.

[@Nightbird.]

@Kiwi Chan Name of your kit please or Amazon link? Thanks!

[@demimack5837]

Hi what’s the name of this kit?

[@kiwichan5242]

@@demimack5837 Hi! The name is "Icon sign eyelash lift kit" from what I remember? I bought it on shopee, but it most probably is on aliexpress as well.

[@Rachel-xg7hs]

I love when someone reminds people (or unfortunately teaches them for the first time) that buzz words like “organic” do not mean what everything thinks they do. People are so drunk on the kool-aid that they will only buy things for the big happy words on the packaging. If it says “organic” anywhere on the box, then they will buy it and feel good about themselves. Just like when something that has always been gluten-free is suddenly marketed as gluten-free, so they buy it thinking it’s new and improved. Apples have never had gluten in them. The packaging has just been changed to include a buzz word, so now you want to buy the bag of “gluten-free” apples over the bag of regular apples. None of the apples have gluten in them though, and never did. And also chemicals are not automatically evil. You are made of chemicals. Water is a chemical. Salt is a chemical. Iron, cornstarch, vitamin C. All chemicals. Not all chemicals are fatal to you, I’m afraid. You’re gonna have to chill out.

[@DrRupaWong]

Totally agree! Just because something is organic or all natural doesn’t mean it’s safer!

[@emdrmt28]

@@DrRupaWong when "organic" came about with food products, the first thing that came to my mind were carbon chains.

[@DrRupaWong]

@@emdrmt28 Me too!!! And I hate that people thing that just because something is "natural" that it's the best option. It isn't always!

[@GoaWay...]

​@@DrRupaWong like crude oil. It's all natural and organic, but it wouldn't be safe to put on our bodies or ingest it. ☺️

[@margaridaguerreiro802]

Love this response

[@mylyfeizdance]

Hi Dr. Wong! I'm an esthetician and certified in lash lifts and brow lamination. I also wish they did studies on these things! They only really teach us the do's and don'ts and not about if it's dangerous for the long term. My instructors didn't know when I asked. You asked for an ingredient list and the one I've worked with from The Lash Supply in San Diego has it right on the box. I'd type it, but it's a lot so I'm just gonna put a few here and you can do further research on your own. Perming solution has thioglycolic acid. Fixing solution has disodium tin hexahydroxide and hydrogen peroxide. Nourishing treatment has keratin, sunflower oil, and sodium hyaluronate. Hope this helps🤗

[@isztech]

Can i use lash serums on lifted lashes?

[@martafelting]

​@isztech yes,you can after 24h from doing...that is what I was told by the beautician

[@crystalh6570]

What happens when someone is getting that done and their eyes are watering a lot? My eyes water a lot when other people are just waxing my eyebrows.

[@heatherstein9576]

​@crystalh6570 I got one today. Mine watered the whole time. She said water could make the perm not stick but the tint would still work. I love how they turned out! It did sting a bit with the removing gel and lash conditioner. I think it did irritate my water line a bit. The Thio chemical is sulfer so thats why perm solutuon smells bad.

[@cindyclampitt8335]

How do I get certified? Please

[@mhml13]

Thank you so much for this video! I've also been considering getting a lash lift for a while but something kept holding me back. When I was looking around for information, I didn't find anything that satisfied my curiosity in terms of how safe eye lifts are. Now I'm glad I didn't go through with it as I have pretty dry eyes to begin with.

[@marycurb8839]

I haven't read through all the comments but thought it was worth mentioning that lashes do have a life of about 6-8 weeks, meaning they fall out naturally and you grow in new ones. This occurrence is normal and not a condition created by the lifting process. I think that it is possible that if the chemicals are irritating to the skin (for some) it may cause someone to rub their eye more and accelerate lash loss and breakage. It's definitely something to think through and not for everyone but just wanted to remind folks that lashes do fall out naturally.

[@DrRupaWong]

Thanks for sharing, Mary! Yes, lash cycles are natural.

[@iamloveandpeace]

Loved your quick biochem breakdown!

[@izfuckinguka]

I did a lash lift and it was amazing. I was very scared as my skin and eyes are very sensitive but nothing happened. My lashes were also not affected. This lift can make a woman 10 times more beautiful. The procedure was very unpleasant though

[@jacky1126]

could you elaborate about how it was unpleasant? i want to do it but i’m scared loll

[@isabellatoledo5619]

@@jacky1126 I just got mine done and I think it depend on the person doing them because mine was relaxing and I almost fell asleep. It also depends on the products they use

[@bbygrlpt2]

Why unpleasant??

[@akilegna1255]

@@jacky1126 for me it was relaxing lol. Maybe because of the patches and pads that are on your eyelids may be uncomfortable for some

[@YulaOneMillionPassenger]

I am happy for your experience really! I am still hesitant to try, I in fact grew my eyelashes much longer with Cherish Lash so they even got naturally curly. ))

[@hungeroflions]

You videos are so helpful, educational content should be more pushed on the algorithm...I see people gaining so much attention on the internet using such poor behavior...I wish we would value knowledge more as a community. Thank you for the information.

[@DrRupaWong]

Thanks so much for your kind words! Hopefully at some point the educational content will start to pull stronger numbers than the crazy stuff! 😜

[@abbyf9092]

I've been thinking about getting a lash lift because my lashes don't hold a curl very well when I'm out with a face mask on for a while, but I think I'll just stick with falsies. Thanks for being so educational and helpful!

[@meganp4426]

This video was so helpful to know. Thank you!

[@b.prairie2357]

I’m a lash artist and love your input, I’ll look to see if my professional lash lift kit has a MSDS or ingredient list for you because I’d like to know what you think! I pride myself on being one of the most educated lash artist in Colorado Springs area and really want to know now lol. Thank you!

[@tonic.6386]

I know it's been almost A year since you posted this. I live in the Springs and am looking to get a lift and tint. Do you have a way to get in contact with you, or see your work?

[@bambiino7129]

Aloha! I'm from Hawaii too! I was about to get them done this week before my Italy trip! I have not done deep research on this but after watching your video, I have made up my decision. I am aware that these things involve harsh chemicals though. Funny though, I was I was searching for a video to show my friend what lash perming was all about, and your video was the first one I clicked on instead. I had eye lasik done in Ewa, two years ago and my left eye seems to be going bad, seeing alot more halos at night time.. So I definitely do not want to increase more of that risk for my eyesight. Very helpful video! Thanks.

[@DrRupaWong]

Aloha! I am glad this video helped. Thanks for being here!

[@leslyemoa99]

Love your channel! Thank you for such great videos! I would love a video about contacts dos and donts!

[@valeyanda2799]

Oh wow! I was thinking of getting a lash lift since I get allergic reactions using mascaras and extensions. I thought this would be an alternative but I guess not. Thanks for sharing! ❤️

[@sylwiabressington1162]

Thank you for this. Very helpful!

[@Sarah_20033]

Thank you for letting us know this information because I was thinking about doing it but I care more about my lashes health than how it looks♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@nicoleherrera1009]

💯

[@tabbyb3514]

This video is my confirmation 👍🏿 I was soo close to getting a lash lift but not after watching this, not to mention how helpless the lady in the video looked at the clip talking about solution possibly going into the eye No lash lift for me. Thank you for the information 😊💓

[@DrRupaWong]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ruthkult6536]

Brilliant video! Thanks so much! I was interested in a lash lift until you mentioned that it is essentially the same process as perms. Been there, done that, had the fried hair and irritated forehead skin to prove it! Not gonna risk that on my eyes thank you!!

[@erinauter8939]

just wanted to say thank you for making this video!

[@mschoi6569]

Thank you so much for sharing your professional knowledge. It has been huge help for me

[@Monica-hr1qx]

I really like your videos, thank you for the info, so helpful!

[@DrRupaWong]

Thank you so much for being here, Monica!

[@mayravillanueva4162]

I was considering getting a lash lift done since I had an allergic reaction to eyelash extensions.. but I'm guessing the lift will probably have the same reaction! Thank you for this video!

[@CK_2372]

I have an appointment today and now I'm reconsidering. Can't do individual lashes. Garfield eyes if I do. 😩

[@kshafer2239]

The commercial grade Glue used in the extensions is what you reacted too. There is some glues that claim they are for more sensitive eyes but not really worth trying for lashes that fall out in a few weeks and you would be stuck with them during your possible bad reaction. The lash lift (perm) has no glue. There are quite a few suppliers on the market and we have seen some very positive reviews by people who claim sensitivity to eye products during our search for the best kit for our upcoming purchase. As with anything, every person reacts differently to chemicals so even if it had a 99% positive rate, you could still fall in the 1% group of bad reactions.

[@erikagoetzinger8169]

I also had an allergic reaction to extensions…but had a lash lift a month ago, and so far so good. I really like the outcome and 4 weeks later still have a curl.

[@nelsie2909]

I had an allergic reaction to a hair-dye, a few months ago. Was thinking about having a lash lift, but thanks to this video and useful info, I most definitely will not be having a lash lift anymore haha 😳

[@kathykrause2355]

Stumbled across your video while trying to decide if I should get a lash lift. Loved your message and ended up watching a bunch of your videos on all kinds of subjects. Great info! Decided not to get the lift. In this video I fell in love with your necklace. Can you tell me who makes it or where you got it? Hope you respond! Keep up the great work with your videos.

[@MesoMayas]

hey i know this is 3months old but the necklace is from vancleef

[@kshafer2239]

Lifting Cream Ingredients on Lashview - Ethanolamine Thioglycolate, Monoethanolamine, Urea, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Theobroma Cacoa (Cocoa) Seed Butter - Hydrolised

[@HelloTruDee]

Hi Dr. Rupa, thank you for this video. I bought a lash and brow lamination kit for lash and brow lift. I bought it from Amazon for $35 the brand is called Sara Beauty and it has NO ingredients. I did notice a week later after use I got eyelid dermatitis which I’ve been working on trying to figure out what the triggers are. Now I stopped using the product because it may have been the culprit. I’ve used it in November and early December. It’s now February and I’m still dealing with eyelid eczema.

[@mariemaven9678]

Thank you for sharing.

[@kaleidojess]

Thanks for telling me, and all of us. I was close to getting a lash lift.

[@DrRupaWong]

Glad to share!

[@btchcheck]

Thank you so much for sharing all this information. I wish I could study opthalmology but I dont even know basic math extremely well so its not possible since medicine involves so much math to study. Have a nice day Dr

[@feliciaflanary]

What are your thoughts on eyelash tinting.....would that be the same type of chemicals?

[@aishazahir2602]

Thank u so much for information ❤️ Dr rupa i have a question, does eyebrow growth serums have side effects because they also contain prostaglandin as well, so is it bed for eyes or over all ?

[@kamiejamespakins3711]

thank you thank you thank you! i was going to do a lash lift but didn't know if it was safe. thank you!!

[@pngo1818]

Thank you for sharing, as always your videos are direct and informative. All the best 💜

[@missiemoolissa]

Hi Dr. Wong! I have issues with my meibomian glands where they tend to get clogged. I’ve gotten 2 chalazions now and I frequently get styes. I try to do warm compresses every day for management. Would you recommend against a lash lift for me or still okay for me to try? Thanks!

[@clareahtee]

Ammonium thioglycate and Ethanolamine are in the product I bought. It's called Gollee pro lash lift kit and I bought it on Amazon. I decided to not use it at all after watching your video and doing some more research. Thank you for sharing your perspective!

[@magpie9838]

I was wondering about this!! I do have very sensitive eyes and even have a hard time with eye makeup like eye liner, mascara and eye concealer so I was very surprised that the last 3 times I’ve had a lash lift it didn’t bother my eyes one bit!! I have very thick lashes and didn’t notice any breakage or lashes falling out. But I also don’t wear much eye makeup and they did recommend to not use waterproof mascara to help the lift last longer. I’m also super sensitive to smell 👃🏻 and was worried about the smell of chemicals but even that was very minimal.

[@DrRupaWong]

Thanks for sharing your experience, Magpie! I appreciate you being here!

[@karens.1434]

Thank you Doctor Rupa. I get the feeling you are a New Yorker as myself. I may be wrong but somehow you definitely made feel closer to home. Would you please do a video on ptosis? Exercises to help the eyelid or different things to try. As I'm getting older is becoming more noticeable. I live in Japan now and eyelid surgery is very popular here. I thought about doing something similar to correct my ptosis. However, is hard for me to find someone here that I can feel safe and confident enough to trust with such an invasive surgery because is my face lol Any help and infor would be greatly appreciate it. Btw I also lived in Oahu in the Kailua area. I miss Hawaii! So beautiful. Thank you!

[@DrRupaWong]

I lived in NYC for 8 years! I am a New Yorker at heart! There are some great oculoplastic specialists on the island to correct ptosis - Dr. Amelia Fong and Dr. Adam Sweeney. Just google their names and tell them I referred you. Good luck and thanks for watching!

[@Ydce1891]

I’m a New Yorker too 😊

[@girllovesplant247]

Loved this video! Thanks so much! Curious, can you share your thoughts on eyelash glue for false eyelashes and how safe it is? I’ve been looking for any body of information on this for years and can’t find anything

[@SuzieGutie]

Gracias! Gracias! Gracias! Wanted beautiful long lashes but nope, I love my eyesight more! Very informative video! Mil Gracias!

[@DrRupaWong]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching :)

[@cocohitchman3209]

I’m getting my lashes done this weekend an lvl and keratin treatment aka “Botox eyelash” on top. I’ve see different lash lift treatments. *Inlei -plant based treatment=Vegan *Elleebana- keratin formula Aftercare is important to keep it conditioned salons should offer this ideally.. maybe give ur lashes a break for a month or two. Or just special occasions. A lot of risks are always taken with any treatment involving chemicals.. Botox for face, lips, butts, breast etc its becoming the norm ⭐️ If you want it done best 2 research & find an experienced & qualified lash specialist and reputable salon… beauty standards are higher than ever and hard if u have a busy lifestyle

[@aesskick2526]

Im working in an eyeclinic and lifted my lashes twice 😅 🙈 I love your explaination without much influencing , you have a very sweet, friendly and open way to talk, i like that , i liked listening to you. I promise, i be careful with that lifting stuff and dont exagerrate it🙈🤭 greetings from germany ❤️💖💕💞 thank you very much for this video 🤓

[@DrRupaWong]

A lot of people get it done. Just here to share what I have learned, no judgements! It is so fun having people here all the way from Germany. Thank you for being a part of my KZbin community!

[@lcn2727]

I’m glad I found this video. Was thinking whether or not to get it done. Now I decided not to! I have sensitive skin and allergies around my eyes all the time.

[@DrRupaWong]

I'm glad to help! Thank you for watching :)

[@elenibormpoli481]

Great video! I had prk to correct my myopia a month ago and I would really love to get a perm, now that glasses are not hiding my eyes anymore. I asked my ophthalmologist and he had no idea what that was, he is a 60 year old man after all. But he did tell me that at this point my eyes are healed and I can do pretty much whatever I could before surgery. On the other hand, I read on the web that I should wait for six months. Do you have any advice for me?

[@wingsphysio]

Digging your style and really appreciate your knowledge

[@DrRupaWong]

I appreciate that!

[@kathiacarrillo]

thank you for this video! what do you think of lash growth serums?

[@Oceangirl1234]

She did a video on that and after I watched it I knew I wouldn’t be trying it!

[@alexiaprince6136]

Thank you for the video I am 53 and decided to get extensions on my eyelashes they really bothers me a lot. And was thinking about just doing the lift and tint but now watching this I am just going to stay away from any of these procedures thank you again for the video my eyes are very sensitive and I use eyedrops often this would be a waste of money thank you again for the video

[@DrRupaWong]

I'm so glad this helped, Alexia. Thank you for letting me know! :)

[@772amanda237]

I noticed in the tutorials for lash lift and tinting, all the ladies eyes are red and bloodshot afterwards!

[@mathushtco]

Thanks for sharing. I’m thinking to get done but big NO

[@jdk239]

I really enjoy your videos as as well as your style. Can you tell me who makes your necklace in this video? TIA!

[@jessamineprice5803]

Thank you so much! I’ve been thinking about making an appointment for a lift and tint-but I’ve been asking myself “What would Dr Rupa say?” And now I know! Can I assume that tint chemicals probably carry similar risks?

[@DrRupaWong]

Yes I investigated tint chemicals and many are the same as hair dye chemicals. I would avoid them too. And can I tell you how happy that comment made me? "What would Dr. Rupa say?" Love!

[@teletubbiestunetwister9570]

The lash tints can contain silver nitrate. I have one that I love but after reading about silver nitrate and googling images of the rare but sever effects of it on eyes... I'm using it on my brows only. I don't like the look or the feel of mascara on me but have found a method of application that looks natural and feels like I'm not wearing any... Applying it with a lash separator. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bqiQc2CVbNZphKs

[@eatandexercise1]

@@DrRupaWong I literally had the same thought as @Jessamine Price, and your vid helped a ton. Thank you!!

[@BeatrizLee]

In Korea, they don’t even glue it to your eyelid directly. So apart from the product getting into your eyes, or your skin, I guess the answer is that it is safe. :)

[@alexaandree]

Aloha, I have no Idea how I got here, I am Glad I am here, I wanted to take those products and get them to a lab. first.. then use them, safty first, cause' I was like "There is no use of curly lashes If you can't see them.. If you will go blind" so in other words thank you..😌✨ we need more honest people like you out there 🙌🏻 I just subscribed

[@annaleticiarosaleschase8835]

In terms of long term breakage, lashes aren't particularly long term hairs, they're around for a few months and then shed.

[@Anna-wn1we]

I wondered the same - if there is any lash damage, would it only apply to those existing lashes until they fall out? And new lash growth would be back to normal?

[@NadMartineau]

Luckily I’ve been into my natural look more recently. I got lash extensions for 3 years straight. Luckily I had no complications from them

[@ajc7295]

I have sensitive eyes but I’ve been doing diy lash perm/tint for quite a while now. Never had a problem except one time when I got a bit too close with the dye and it made my eye water like crazy for 5 mins. I absolutely love the results and I do treat my lashes with lash oil. Makes my eyelashes look double the length/thickness.

[@user-yj4xt2jl9p]

which lash oil do u use? and does the oil cause the lift to weaken?

[@ajc7295]

@@user-yj4xt2jl9p at the moment I’m just using an organic cold pressed castor oil but I’ve used others before. There are many options. I haven’t found that it lessens how long the perm lasts, however I have always used an oil with my permed eyelashes so I can’t really say if they’d last longer without. My perms usually last about a month - 5 weeks.

[@Hairbychristian]

What kit do you use?

[@savemoneysaveplanet]

I did a lift and tint back in April and the perm was not so great. Made my eyelashes feel crunchy, and towards the end of them starting to fall out, there was a lot of irritation at the base of the lashes. I do want to try again, but only do the tint and not the perm because that seemed awful for the longevity of my lashes and was horrible looking growing in with the new lashes that weren't permed!!

[@zairepayton2856]

you have to have to use castor oil every day!

[@whatiexperiencedat6919]

Great review, thanks. Love your lip colour. What is it? :)

[@LolaQuis]

Thanks for the video. I have been doing my eyelashes myself for more than a year. So far so good. Im usually doing it every 2 months.

[@share-9714]

Ok, so your videos are very very helpful! Thanks, off topic, how do you get your teeth so white?!! :)

[@E_Munny]

My reasoning for doing them is because your lashes fall out and grow back regardless… if I damage my lashes, they’ll come back. Just have to be careful not to get it in or on the eye

[@ambernederlof7614]

Do you think falsies or eyelash lift causes less damage? Because the salon I go to always used to say eyelash lifts cause less damage

[@StaciLeaBeauty]

This was very helpful, I was so curious about it.

[@andra24]

I got one and don’t recommend it. The glue needs a lot of wiping off and your very soft eye lid doesn’t need that for sure. It does make your eyelashes more brittle and prone to falling immediately after. Yes it definitely smells like the hair perm solution. Yes your eyelashes look nice but pay the same amount of money for a good mascara and it will be same effect only much much healthier for you.

[@sofiavintimilla4852]

I'm happy I watched this after I did it for some reason I chose to research after and not before. Mine went great, it looks great.... Now let's see if I dare to do it again.

[@DrRupaWong]

Despite the warnings, I am glad it worked well for you! Thank you for being here, Sofia.

[@GoaWay...]

This is off topic, but I absolutely love your nails 💅!😻 What color is that on your manicure, and what brand of you know that too?😊

[@Oatmealxxx]

Is it more damaging to do lash lift every 8 weeks than using lash curler?

[@sredhasuresh2104]

Hiiii!!Could you please do a video on atropine drops for adults to reduce myopia progression?

[@Lololololo91]

Sorry but it was not an informative video. No statistics, no lineups. Before releasing the video, it was worth doing a research about the compositions and the procedure itself. this is not a hate just constructive criticism. I agree that it was right to warn people about the dangers of doing this procedure yourself. By the way lash lift can’t cause breakage in a long term because on average all eyelashes are renewed within 1-2 months, sometimes even faster. And if the procedure done properly by professional there is no danger or harm at least if client don’t have allergy on glue or silicone pads which is super rare situation. And if we compare hair perm with lash lift( because in fact these are similar procedures), then there are differences in the harm of the procedure itself, when performing a perm on the head, the hairdresser can get the compositions on the scalp, which can cause some harm to the hair follicle and further growth or quality of the hair or scalp. Then, in the case of lash lift, the compositions are applied indented from the roots of the eyelashes, exclusively on particular place of eyelashes without getting on the skin, mucous membranes and roots of the eyelashes. This is why it cannot do long-term harm.

[@tarzanandjane1709]

So true

[@annag467]

Thank you Dr. Wong! Sounds solid to me, I was on the fence about lash perms. I think it's worth a try and I might never do it again if it irritates me. But if I like it, I'll do it for special occasions and watch my reaction just in case. Thank you for the explanation and research!

[@DrRupaWong]

Thank you for watching, Anna!

[@evelynvigh8488]

I tried the lash lift as well, my lashes are long and quite strong but flat naturally so I had great results, it’s looked amazing but I had such a bad reaction on my eyelids, it was red, dry, and quite painful so I haven’t done it again. For me the worst was when the esthetician applied the cleaning solution on my lids, hell I just wanted to run away it felt like pure acid on my lids, I even told her please clean it otherwise I’ll jus run to the tap and wash it myself 😂 even though in my country takes a serious training with actual people and instructors to be a cosmetologist.

[@user-wh5ir4fo4r]

If you're worried about getting it in your eye, I have seen people put plastic wrap over the perming solution which will help hold it on the lashes, though the stuff is thick enough. I have the kit, just haven't used it yet. That perming lotion does not move in the bottle like those liquidy hair perming solutions.

[@DrRupaWong]

Let me know what you think when you try it. Thanks for sharing with us! If you want to see me post anything specific, let me know!

[@BBHair1]

Hi, can I ask, what the side effects of thioglycolate on eyes and hair on the head?

[@johanbouf4969]

Hi doctor, My lashes were growing into my eyes and it was super irritable and vision impairing for a long time. I finally had enough and tried out a lash lift to maybe train my lashes to grow up. I can feel them start to fall back into my eyes. I’m wondering if there is a better/more permanent solution for what I’m experiencing. Thank you very much

[@katrinaclass9936]

I'm thinking you have Trichiasis, it's a medical condition where the lashes grow inwards toward your eye.

[@muffincat7718]

Me too

[@Chelsea-pp7zb]

OMG YOU ARE IN HAWAII!!! So am I!! Small island. 😅I was at the end of the video and heard you say, “in the state of Hawaii.” I had to rewind it back, then do it for a third time with captions! 😅🤣🤣 love that you are in Hawaii!

[@DrRupaWong]

Yes I am! Aloha! If you need an exam, keep us in mind. We are the Honolulu Eye Clinic. :)

[@asmabaig392]

Thanku so much dear

[@tray828]

As someone who's dealt with corneal abrasion, corneal ulcer, and microbial keratitis, no thanks. The healing process has been such a pain. I guess I'll just have to learn to use an eyelash curler.

[@lanapusey9855]

Thanks for the information!! I got lash extensions for the first time but didnt really like the experience so I wanted to try a lash lift but I'm learning it's really a poem for lashes. How do I get my lashes to be longer and more defined but without all the chemicals??

[@DrRupaWong]

I am so glad I could help! I have a good amount of videos describing things along the lines of eye makeup health. Here is one link that could provide a little insight: kzbin.infoD9JyRwzja80 But, if you look into a few of my eye makeup health videos, I am sure there are other tips and tricks you could use! :)

[@susanvance4834]

Hi I just was wondering about the keratin lift. Does it still have perming acid in it?

[@muslimnerds]

Hey Wong, not sure if you read that hair perms (or relaxers) cause cancer ....is that the case with this lash tint... thank you dr

[@bunniejanie]

I used to do this at home with those kits and there were no ingredients. so good thing you didn't buy it, you would have wasted your money! I know it was bad to do, but I still did it both by a professional and by myself for years...because beauty standards and societal pressure to look pretty....and I loved how they looked. sigh.

[@BeeLZBeeb]

Did your eyes suffer?

[@bunniejanie]

​​@@BeeLZBeebno, I didn't have any issues myself. If you are very careful, likely to be okay but it is a do it at your own risk. It is not a fun process and it is dangerous if you get it in your eye. Will also add I was very careful to not get any of the chemicals on any part of my skin or in my eyes. They were only on my lashes, not the root either. Protect your lids if you do this.

[@ghostlytokin4203]

The NEW UPGRADED VERSION ingredients!! Perm Glue: Polyacrylate 49.0% Ethano 20.0% Deionized water 30.97% Benzoic acid 0.03% Lotion one perming agent: Polyacrylamide 10% Thioglycolic 5.5% Propylene 6.5% Methylparaben 0.01% Purified water 72.1% Monoethanolamine 5.98% Lotion 2 fixative: Sodium bromate 5.0% Polyacrylamide 10% Purified water 78.98% Polysorbate 0.01% Propylene glycol 6.0% Methylparaben 0.01% Lotion 3 moisturizing agent: Propylene glycol 10.9% Methylparaben0.1% Polysorbate1.0% Collagen 10% Purified water 78% Lotion4 detergent : Methylparaben 0.5% Purified water 95.5%

[@jessicabonds5286]

Thank you. I figured it was too good to be true. 😢

[@DrRupaWong]

Ugh. Right?!

[@ioouranou4216]

Thank you Doctor. I am glad that i left the place, i didn’t do the eyes lashes curls. Wondering if they use the permanent solution... which now i know they did. Thanks

[@julia7810]

Hi Dr Rupa! I have trichiasis and I’m thinking of getting a lash lift. I’ve had eye lid surgery years ago but unfortunately there’s still some lashes growing inwards and keeps poking my eyes 😭 I try my best to pluck them but sometimes they’re difficult to get and I don’t wanna jab my eye with tweezers. Do you think lash lift could help alleviate my problem? I’m a bit nervous about the chemical getting into my eye 😬

[@9109mandy]

How about permanent eyeliner for our eyes?

[@silviac4621]

Thanks for the video! I got an allergic reaction to lash extensions. I used them for 3-4 times and I stopped. I gave my lashes a while to get better bc I lost a lot of them. Well now my eyelashes can't hold a curl with my eyelash curler and a lot of waterproof mascara. Help!!! Anyone out there with this same issue? Before extensions my eyelashes would stay in a nice curl. Now I curl them and i go out and in a matter of 15 min there are droopy.

[@lunalovegood4070]

Hey! I haven’t had an allergic reaction but the extensions were too heavy for my natural eyelashes so they weakened and grew weak back in my opinion. I’ve always had problems with holding a curl but I have to admit that it worsened since the extensions. Now it’s been one year since the last extension and I al trying to give my lashes strength with castor oil and it works. I also use mascara less often and it makes a difference as the lashes can regenerate and it takes time. They are longer and healthy but not as voluminous as before to be honest. I hope they will get into shape soon😍😅

[@itsMizaa]

Thank you for this wonderful information. Is it safe to have a lash lift if I've recently done a ReLex Smile Laser Eye Surgery? Almost 3 months in

[@Julie86Mac]

absolutely not! You are not supposed to do anything and must wait a minimum of 6-12 months after surgery (i just saw this was posted 8 months ago) lol

[@itsMizaa]

@@Julie86Mac no worries 😊 I figured not to attempt it at that time. Still thanks for the reply doc, appreciate it 😍

[@Julie86Mac]

@@itsMizaa so glad you waited! Did you ever get it done? If so, what were your results and do you like it or hate it?

[@itsMizaa]

@@Julie86Mac I did it by myself 😊 I like the results of it. The left eyelash was a bit messy since I didn't know which silicone model to use in my lashes, but it still came out nice, so for the right one I carefully chose the silicone to use, and patiently stick the lashes in it (I use toothpicks too compared to just using the tools Y-brush the kit has because the body and the tip of the toothpicks can equally sticked the lashes onto the silicone better) I like it, but at the same time I don't like it for the reason that my eyes got less protection (for example, if I'm outside, and so windy, my eyes will get more teary, and get those feeling that something is in your eyes 🤣 'dirt' + when taking a shower or if it rains, my lashes are like my umbrella for my eyes, so I can stay it open for longer times, and the droplets of water will just go to my lashes first, but for having the lash lift. I couldn't do it anymore--my eyes need to be closed or need to blink multiple times than normal) This is just based on my experienced though, but it's good to try it. The perm - - strong smell of like manure soil kinda or better yet the Keratin chemical that hair salons usually use (that kind of smell) The glue can get very sticky or not if not properly done + the lashes it self cannot be washed for 24 hours afterwards, so getting the glue out of the eyelids can be quite tricky to make sure you not to wet the lashes with water. Choosing the silicone models very carefully will make your lashes really nice (depends on how long, thin/thick your lashes are) If you did not choose it wisely, your lashes' tips might or likely touch your eyelids--which can be pretty annoying. The manuals can either work or not since I did not follow it for the silicone models to use for lashes curves, it will depend on your likings. I had them done, and it snowed in a couple of days that time, so my lashes did not protect my eyes from the snow 🤣, but for the most part It's pretty awesome, it looks like I curled my lashes using those tools after applying mascara Also applying mascar can be tricky if you want it thick, and removing them especially if it's waterproof. It will be better if someone can do it for you. Your eyes can irritate if you're doing it so slowly, and looking at the mirror at the same time + if the silicone model you use is the bigger size--can be quite uncomfortable or heavy to the eyelids) I used the AYASAL lash lift kit (the blue one) It lasted for almost 3 weeks for me (1 month they said in the box, but maybe I did not put enough perm? or washed it too often?) I only tried it once, so I might order again to see how it will go for the second time.

[@iiammyalashay919]

Anything can cause injury when done incorrectly

[@sharroon7574]

I hate mascara though, what is my best option?

[@llsgameforyal1856]

I had mine professionally done with someone that did course and I ended up with 4 corneal ulcers in my eye Couldn’t open my eye barely and if I would have waited one more day doc said I would have needed corneal transplant :( Wish my co worked would have had more knowledge but unfortunately I was her model apparently Lashes looked amazing but not worth it

[@rokiozi]

thank girl for t6alking about perms

[@sanjochoy5372]

Good to know

[@Aannddeerrzz]

there are certain devices and techniques I use on myself that I really wouldn’t trust others to do. Specifically micro needling. I just know my skin history, and where my scarring and texture are. As well as wrinkles. I know exactly what depth to go around areas of the face. When it comes to micro needling, I like having that full control. I am a licensed aesthetician.

[@DrRupaWong]

Thank you for sharing!

[@samanthan.2620]

My aesthetician said she uses keratin for her lash lifts and there are no smells when applying. Is keratin bad for the lashes?

[@clemdane]

Does this include the Keratin infusions?

[@laxide13]

i don't think it will cause long term breakage as the lash will fall out after 6 weeks anyways considering that is the lifecycle of the eyelash... unless something damages the root of the eyelash they will grow normally.

[@DrRupaWong]

Hey Cal! Thank you for your feedback. While it does not always cause long-term breakage, it certainly can. As you said, the eye itself/the root can become damaged. I will link another video explaining how lash extensions could damage your eye here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iaSzi2N-jrtpgKs

[@linndyz1871]

I did a lash lift at bome with the iconsign kit, and got just a little bit in my eye. I did rinse it with water for a few minutes. But now I'm scared because i read it can make you blind, do i have to worry?

[@tammysmith8626]

Hi Dr! Can you talk about sunglasses & protecting our eyes from the harmful rays? What to look for, do cheap glasses work as well as expensive ones, should I pick the darker lenses or can the lighter amber colored ones do the job just as well, etc. Thank you!

[@DrRupaWong]

That's a great topic! Yes, I can most definitely talk about it. And, sneak peek - the $10 gas station sunglasss are just as effective as long as they have a sticker that says' Blocks 100% UVA/UVB' on them.

[@TiffJill]

@@DrRupaWong - Can't wait for the video! I had a similar question. Are the sunglasses just protecting your eyes or are they also protecting the skin around your eyes?

[@youcannotspeaktomeanyhow]

@@DrRupaWong someone left an ingredient list.

[@BPb123]

@@TiffJill hi, read your question and wanted to answer from my personal experience. I've been wearing polarized sunglasses since my early 20s and I'm now almost 46 and have no crows feet. Fine laugh lines, but absolutely no obvious crow's feet. I can say I think it has helped also I do use eye cream but wasnt strick with it. Definitely keeping covered up with sunglasses, hat, sunscreen can help with preventing early wrinkles.

[@suzannelackenby5654]

Hey I know this was a couple of years ago but just as a point of interest, a while ago I came across some lash perm solution I bought online years ago. I've often wondered whether it was standard perm solution (ammonium thioglycolate) in the little bottles, or the solution used for "acid perms" (thioglycolic acid). I assumed it would be the latter but had some pH strips handy so decided to test it and the pH was around 11 so think it's actually ammonium thioglycolate, which I'm guessing is more risky/has higher potential for irritation compared to the acidic type? Anyway, I don't use it anymore and don't remember what the brand was but it was in one of the standard lash perm kits you can get from eBay/Amazon 😬

[@DrRupaWong]

Wow! Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@rayzee0285]

This is unrelated but if you need to get chalazion surgery, is there a way to make the anesthesia injection less painful? Also is there a way to avoid surgery. Mine has been on my eyelid got over 6 months. Thanks

[@XxPiscesxAng3lxX]

I got a big chalazion ok the left upper eyelid. I had an eye antibiotic drops that I was prescribed that helped so much and I did warm compression water and salt two or three times a day. It was gone in a few weeks.

[@walsh5238]

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