Optometrist Warns About Lash Extensions! Risks of Eyelash Extensions! Safe Alternative to Extensions

Have you ever wondered about the risks associated with eyelash extensions? In this video, Dr. D goes over all your burning questions and go into detail about the pros and cons of eyelash extensions. #eyelashextensions #eyelashes #falseeyelashes #eyelashextensions
🡢 What are the risks of eyelash extensions?
🡢 How do eyelash extensions result in infections?
🡢 Are extensions better or worse than false lashes?
🡢 Can I wear false lashes every day?
🡢 What’s the healthiest way to make my eyelashes look longer?
🡢 What are the pros and cons of lash extensions?
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Timecode:
0:00 Intro
1:26 What are eyelash extensions?
1:46 Different types of eyelash extensions
2:10 Optometrist's Top 7 Concerns about eyelash extensions
2:30 Application process
3:44 Adhesive
4:19 Lash fallout over time
5:12 Hiding other issues
6:04 Altered lid dynamics
7:34 Lash extension remover chemicals
7:48 Ocular uh-oh!
9:08 Better alternatives
09:16 Gentle makeup
10:24 Lash enhancing serum
11:00 Prescription option
11:36 Occasional use is okay
12:21 Summary
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[@EyeSchoolwithDrD]

Let's chat in the comments! Have you had lash extensions? What has your experience been like?

[@wrshpgirl84]

My eyes itch so so bad, watery, burning they were only on for 3 days and had to take them off, wasted 100.00 and looking for a safer alternative

[@EyeSchoolwithDrD]

@@wrshpgirl84 The glue can be really irritating. Might have to ask around for different types of glue or go to the magnetic ones!

[@FatimaNaeem289]

Yep I try once but I was so uncomfortable cox lashes was plastic one and it make me feel so bad after that I didn’t try tho I am thinking to do once again for going to my country but been scared after lot of reasearch .

[@mindsoulpower]

i love my God given lashes. dont need false lashes. and i am healthy.

[@abbymccabe3448]

Thank you for this. I'm not going to my appointment for lash extensions tomorrow. I had a funny feeling not to do it and you've confirmed my feelings.

[@sanrocha8]

Same. I’m giving them a rest and I just don’t think there’s a way to 100% clean them.

[@nashitahstephen608]

I'm not going to mine either, but not for the same reason as you. I ain't got no money.

[@user-wo9kt8mp6m]

I think I have a good decision searching for expert advice in the last minute literally change my mind seconds before a confirm my first appointment thank you for saving me, ☺️

[@sweetvee32]

Thanks Doc, I recently started getting eye straps to enhance my eyes and I wondered how it could affect my eyes and lashes so, I appreciate your professional opinion. Although I do like the look of the extensions, I will use it sparingly and try some of the options you mentioned here. Keep doing what you do, much appreciated...peace 🙏💖

[@evasis6575]

I love this video!

[@jadaclark1644]

Thanks so much for making this amazing informative video! I am now looking for a lash glue alternative that is formaldehyde free and that doesn’t contain harmful ingredients. So far what I’m finding are lash extension glues made with medical grade adhesive that are used in suture-less wound closure (an FDA approved surgical adhesive since 1998)?

[@twilit]

That’s what my lash person uses!

[@marymayb4056]

I had this done twice and never ever again!

[@AJ-tb9cr]

Yea never again

[@cynnnbella]

Can the glue cause permanent scarring ? I am a regular extension wearer and my long time technician may have damaged my eye. Problem is I only have one eye due to retinoblastoma. I am really scared. Is scarring possible ?

[@lizethhbohorquez259]

Thank you for sharing the risk of eyelash extensions. This makes me think twice before going and get eyelash extensions for the first time. I think I should try some good serum to help my eyelashes grow.. what are your thoughts about Microblading and shading I’m thinking of doing something like that in my eyebrows but I’m still daunting Since I haven’t taken the time to find out more about it. Let me know xoxoxo

[@EyeSchoolwithDrD]

A good lash serum can do a lot of good in terms of increasing lash length and retention!

[@Creativehomedesigns]

Ik it’s been a year but be careful with lash serums that are not 100% clean they contain a very harmful ingredient that cause the fat around your eye to dissolve and cause dark circles and harm to ur eye

[@Creativehomedesigns]

Ik it’s been a year but be careful with lash serums that are not 100% clean they contain a very harmful ingredient that cause the fat around your eye to dissolve and cause dark circles and harm to ur eye

[@Creativehomedesigns]

Ik it’s been a year but be careful with lash serums that are not 100% clean they contain a very harmful ingredient that cause the fat around your eye to dissolve and cause dark circles and harm to ur eye

[@madelinecadby6355]

DO YOU KNOW OF ANY PROFESSIONAL GLUE YOU WOULD RECOMMEND

[@samanthagibson979]

Thank you I got them and I kept telling the lady something was wrong cause my eyes wouldn't stop watering, burning, and itching. So hasn't been a week and almost all fell out cause it irritated my eyes so much and can't get a refund 223$ down the drain and I loved them. They only have 3 day policy on getting fixed I told the lady they were falling out and she said they were fine and day 3 no response from her

[@sexyyrican78]

good to kno thanks

[@carmenlatham4136]

Serum gave me major dizziness It can make your green and blue eyes brown !

[@AK-kl7pg]

Did you have weird lumps along the lash line after using? They never went away for me.

[@aileen8492]

Can you please suggest good lashes glue

[@irinasingh8556]

I can not see the link to the product which you mentioned in the video. Zorea?

[@catsika3887]

Its probably from the damage of eyelash extensions !

[@reinafemacasaet9991]

How about lift or perm?

[@Jamie5633]

Thank u for this I got extensions for 4 years straight then had a break and my. Lashes did not grow back the same- they were less thick So after 6 month break I have got them again I love them but I feel the glue effects my mood the day after application It’s like in my blood stream Does that sound possible ? Also I am now going to quit them for good because it sounds like I may loose all my natural lashes possibly ? Back to natural Are the glues for the stick on ones ok ?

[@beautifullyinspired8676]

Great Content!

[@EyeSchoolwithDrD]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@millicentlopez3592]

Zorea, prescription Latisse

[@joyc1111]

Hi Dr D, all these terrible things mentioned about eyelash extensions but why do most people know about basic lid hygiene? Poor lid hygiene does more damage to the health of the eye than quality lash extensions applications.

[@EyeSchoolwithDrD]

Basic lid hygiene does go a LONG way as well and Id even say is a prerequisite before you even consider lash extensions.

[@amandaroper6452]

Can lash extensions cause floaters?

[@EyeSchoolwithDrD]

Nope!

[@deeznutsos]

I knew it, we're all going blind girls

[@uvitaperez9152]

u ar ebeautiful

[@zn6761]

OMG you are sweet!

[@happyone3084]

Formaldehyde is also in many vaccines :/

[@-Radical.Ed-]

The thing about it it's all about molecular quantity. Our body actually produces it but it's able to eliminate it due to the molecular quantity of it being minimal. In glues the quantity is much higher, especially if you let it build up, using products that have this toxic material and do not follow any regulation. Formaldehyde is actually a subproduct produced in the body by enzymatic oxidation of Vitamin B9. Once produced it can be detoxified by either of two biochemical reactions, one of which converts it to formate, which is then used to make the DNA and amino acids that cells require. No formate, no DNA. This does not mean in any way this chemical would have any place on a beauty product formula because apart from the partake in this reaction mentioned above a bigger "scale" would harm you.

[@mindsoulpower]

sorry but dont put anything that is marketing!!! no no. use natural pure castor oil for long beautiful and natural eyelashes.

[@user-py3zm1co6w]

I’m a lash technician and this is not true. Do your research and go to someone who’s good at what they do

[@s3ystone402]

Maybe appreciate the fact that she’s trying to help others by making people aware of at least some of the causes of false eyelashes

[@aileen8492]

What’s the truth then? I am thinking to do it.

[@facelessgirl4731]

In the contrary salons who do that need to pay attention 😂😂😂😂🙄for client best work

[@suzygraham1427]

I had them 4 months ago was having them once a month 4 3 years & then she stuck them 2 my lids so I'm off 2 the eye hospital AGAIN as I can't even wear make up now as my lid blows up & it's so painful 😢