I work at a day spa in Antigua and I noticed that one of the offerings they had in the past were eyelash extensions. I enquired as to how this was done and promptly decided I didn’t want any part of the procedure even though this is the hottest new trend in Hollywood.ed
Experts say eyelash extensions are typically made out of synthetic fibers that are glued to the natural eyelashes, many times with formaldehyde-based adhesives, which can cause allergic reactions for some. Consumer Reports is also warning women this week that longer lashes might not be worth it.
“The hidden dangers with eyelash extensions include infection, allergic reaction, irritation and loss of your natural lashes,” states Dr. Orly Avitzur, a Tarrytown, N.Y., neurologist and medical adviser to Consumer Reports.
Dr. Neda Shamie, an associate professor of ophthalmology at Doheny Eye Institute in Beverly Hills, Calif., said, “Any chemical exposure to the cornea being so fragile in some ways or susceptible to scarring and irritations and infection, could be harmful.”
But the Association for Damage-Free Eyelash Extensions defends the practice, saying, “Properly applied eyelash extensions are not dangerous,” and that the “adhesive should not contain formaldehyde,” and “hypoallergenic adhesives are available.”
My advise to you, “caveat emptor”…..buyer beware…..love yourself enough to accept how you look and refuse to put chemicals on or in your body temple!
