Tips to Decrease Red Eyes After Extensions |Eye Doctor Explains

[@ilyalfred7841]

Another reason why I experienced this is because she would have me immediately open my eyes after she was done.. meaning the glue wasn't dried all the way. patience is key even when the lashes are done being applied. It should take at least 25 minutes or so to fan or dry after application

[@paulasarmiento]

I was thinking the same. My eyes stung after the procedure when I opened my eyes 😢

[@ksaravan910]

Awesome tips especially if you're getting your lash extensions for a big occasion like a wedding. I got mine done last year for the first time and I did develop an allergic reaction to the lash glue but it only lasted about 3 days. I got so scared cause I thought my eyes were going to be like that until I got my extensions off. I have very sensitive eyes so I was glad to see my eyes adjusted after just a few days

[@mariaguild2024]

Great tips..My eyes were sooo bad so red and so painful after my last appointment, it really scared me..almost felt like they were bruised!

[@DrRupaWong]

Oh no! So sorry. How long did it take to go away?

[@shelliedove174]

I recently had the same experience of getting my lash done the same tech for two years. This last time was my last time! I had zombie eye for a week! Pain and a lot of discomfort and gross stuff coming out of my eyes. I have grave’s disease and thyroid eye disease. My lashes are what brings me back to life! I just know my tech was close to home and she is a nice person but I think it’s the glue she uses. I thought I was going blind!!! So I went to my first lash tech where I began my lash journey and removed those lashes! I then did my research on ways to prevent the red eye situation. It would have me at times have to work from home the day after my lashes. So I knew I had to do something. I went to my eye surgeon and she said lashes are fine so I knew that I would have to do some preventative measures. Then I googled and found this video and my lash goddess!!! She is a eye doc and has the most beautiful lashes. I wrote all this to say I just came out of my lash appointment and I do exactly what she said the eye ointment I use nightly I used prior to my appointment and then some hydrating visible after and boom beautiful lashes and no red eyes!!!! Drop the mic day no more! I just want to thank you doc!!

[@DrRupaWong]

I'm so sorry! Thank you for sharing that with us. I am glad you found a treatment that helped your red eyes.

[@ritaromney584]

Dr, Rupa, I hope I didn't miss your video on the stages of dry eye. I keep watching for it.

[@DrRupaWong]

You didn't miss it! It's just taking me longer to put together than I thought!

[@Yara_s_danes]

Idk what it is but I got my eye lash extensions yesterday and I started to feel pain when I close my eye on my upper eye lid when I blink and press down a bit what could it be?

[@mrspleats]

Thank you very helpful yes I’m having the red eyes right now👍🙏

[@DrRupaWong]

You’re welcome 😊

[@kristakelly7590]

I am a Lash Artist and I absolutely love this! Really great information for clients as well as lash artist, whose top priority should always be the clients eye and lash health. I loved hearing your recommendations for using Tear Gel or Ointment before application and Artificial Tears after. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@DrRupaWong]

YES! Top priority should always be eye health and I'm so glad there are artists like you who are valuing that!

[@jennifero1737]

Someone should please help me... I got my lashes done yesterday my right eye was really red and really teary. I got allergy eye drops, I used it last night, I woke up this morning and my lower eyelids was swollen and my lower eyes were still red. What do I do? The left one is okay tho. And when I blink it hurts. When she was adding the eye tap 1 felt like it was touching my eye and it started itching me she adjusted it tho.

[@jennifero1737]

@@DrRupaWong I didn’t apply any eye ointment before my lash extensions appointment because I didn’t know (it was my first time) but I got visine eye drops yesterday. Should I still get the ointment and use it?

[@bethtx2000]

Great video Dr. Rupa. I’m considering eyelashes but I have a propensity to get eye infections so I’m not sure. In the meantime, I’m having some success growing mine by putting castor oil on my eyelashes nightly. Growth serums give me purple shadows.

[@sauravlahiry6951]

Hi sis, very useful info.learnt a lot

[@z.h9515]

Doc please, when can I use the ointment exactly? How many hours before the appointment?

[@sashabratko1142]

i would really appreciate if you could answer this, can prolonged irritation to the eye similar to what you described in the video cause blindness or interfere with vision in any way?

[@sheryllcolbert2553]

What about magnetic lashes and it's glue? I have no problem out of them. The question is: what is magnetic eyeliner made of?

[@DrRupaWong]

Hi Sheryll! I am going to link two of my previous videos. Please comment again letting me know if they helped you or not. Eye Doctor Reviews Opulence MD Magnetic Lashes | Are They Safe?: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIawiaqmqJhnhc0 Magnetic Liner and Lashes | Eye Doctor Reviews: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nIO4Y3mEhb2tmNE

[@z.h9515]

I had this irritation for 20 days after my lash appointment!

[@lillym8678]

Are Lynk Gel lashes safe? Is it safe to have LED light so close to the eyes? Is LED light close to the eyes safe for people with eye conditions like macular degeneration?

[@DrRupaWong]

Great questions, Lilly. I'll add these to my video suggestions list!

[@lillym8678]

Thank you!

[@ktstone1443]

Eyelash extensions grossss me out. I've never had them but I've had dry eye disease for several years and know the importance of lid hygiene.. and formaldehyde? That close to the eye? Seems dangerous.

[@DrRupaWong]

Yeah, it's the one thing that keeps me from going back even though I love the look of lash extensions so much!

[@martinathomas4335]

Great advice

[@DrRupaWong]

Thank you so much, Martina!

[@carmenlample6753]

Thank you for the tips I love my lashes but I have the redness in my eyes

[@DrRupaWong]

You're so welcome!

[@JRiceman000]

I got my eyelashes done, by the same artist, for over a year. Afterwards, my eyes would be a little red, but only for about an hour or so. After a year of getting them done regularly, all of a sudden my eyes were bright red for 24-48 hours. Then they would be fine. I tried one more time after that, and again they were bright red for 24-48 hrs. The artist didn't change the product or anything during the time period that I got them done. She thinks I might have suddenly developed an allergy, but what is your opinion? Thank you!

[@DrRupaWong]

It is possible to develop allergies to things that you previously were not allergic to at all. Try switching the lash glue so that it doesn't contain carbon black

[@BecD1983]

Thank you for this!

[@DrRupaWong]

Glad this helped, Bec! Thanks for being here and commenting :)

[@madelinecadby6355]

Can I ask what brands of lash glue you might recommend and also what eye drops to use after? I have really sensitive eyes but so far after getting lashes done twice I’ve not had much issue beside slight redness after appointment or doing them myself

[@DrRupaWong]

I used to tell them to do the one without carbon black and for sensitive eyes

[@jennifero1737]

Me too! Like my eyes are still red… I’ll copy and paste my initial comment….. Someone should please help me... I got my lashes done yesterday my right eye was really red and really teary. I got allergy eye drops, I used it last night, I woke up this morning and my lower eyelids was swollen and my lower eyes were still red. What do I do? The left one is okay tho. And when I blink it hurts. When she was adding the eye tap 1 felt like it was touching my eye and it started itching me she adjusted it tho.

[@zairavalencia2753]

What about a lash lift? Is that also as bad as eyelash extensions?

[@laurafrazier8062]

i have go to this school cuz they do free lash... and the girl takes 14 hours to do both of my eyes..

[@DrRupaWong]

Wow! That’s a long time

[@jennifero1737]

Someone should please help me… I got my lashes done yesterday my right eye was really red and really teary. I got allergy eye drops, I used it last night, I woke up this morning and my lower eyelids was swollen and my lower eyes were still red. What do I do? The left one is okay tho. And when I blink it hurts. When she was adding the eye tap I felt like it was touching my eye and it started itching me she adjusted it tho.

[@DrRupaWong]

So sorry, Jennifer! That sounds awful. It may be best to get the lashes removed. How are you doing now?

[@jennifero1737]

@@DrRupaWong it doesn’t hurt when I blink anymore and the swelling has reduced but the lower part of my eye is still red.

[@DrRupaWong]

@@jennifero1737 Did you call the person that did your lashes to let them know? I would!

[@jennifero1737]

@@DrRupaWong yes I did, she said she thinks I’m allergic to the eye tape, but I just confirmed from two other people and they had the same thing I had only mine is worse because my eyes are really sensitive, I had to get an eye ointment it really helped.

[@DrRupaWong]

@@jennifero1737 I am glad the ointment helped you! If this happened to multiple people, they should give you all refunds!

[@winniephillips4461]

Can a person use drops for dry eyes with home applied lashes or extensions?

[@016kristinequilona]

Hi. I had an Eye irritation 1 week after my eye lashes extension. Actually i always do my eye lashes extension every week (whenever it is necessary) And i think that’s the main reason why my eyes got itchy and has a redness, & very teary until now. any suggestions please? thanks much.

[@lisastine2659]

If I have a clogged tear duct do I go to a ENT? Lots of sinus problems too.

[@Kimikimkim1719]

Hi. What about for someone who just recently got LASIK? Im afraid of getting the lash extensions and i'll feel burning during the appointment or even have a possible corneal abrasion after due to the tape used for the bottom lashes... any advice ? thanks :)

[@belladevine6038]

where can i get artificial tears

[@rimrhouma8343]

Dr Rupa , I had prk 6 months ago and i Want to have lash extension do i have to wait a Little bit more ? Please help

[@DrRupaWong]

Definitely check with your eye surgeon first to assess your level of dry eyes and healing. Good luck!

[@stephb8519]

Is there a concern for long term damage for those (like me) who get ongoing lash extensions? Can it cause damage to the eye ?

[@DrRupaWong]

Most of the damage that I've seen in the scientific literature were temporary - conjunctivitis, dryness, etc.

[@laprincesawarrior4328]

my eye is so red and its only one. so I feel like its something else rather than the glue or something. Maybe a lash was placed too low. But it hurts.

[@DrRupaWong]

Oh no. I'm sorry it hurts! Have you called the tech that did the lashes for you? There are a lot of risks associated with getting extensions.

[@laprincesawarrior4328]

@@DrRupaWong It's ok!!! Yes, she said it should go away, but it is day two and it still is red. I know there is certain eye drops you can use, that won't cause damage because of the glue. I'm going to try them out and see if my eye stops being red. Hopefully! If not, i may never get them again.

[@tivizayplascencia7966]

@@laprincesawarrior4328 hey did u ever find an eye drop that was good for your eye?

[@shacarrapipkin1298]

No