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Lash Care = Self Care: How to Protect Your Investment

Getting lash extensions is more than just a beauty treatment—it’s a self-care ritual that saves you time, boosts your confidence, and makes your everyday look effortlessly polished. But once your lashes are looking flawless, it’s important to remember: good lash care = longer wear + better results.

At Foxy Mamas Lashes, we’re all about helping you protect your lash investment so you get the most out of every fill—and feel FOXY every step of the way. 💖

Here’s how to care for your lashes like a pro (and why it matters!).

🧖‍♀️ 1. Lash Aftercare Is Self Care

That post-appointment glow? It doesn't stop when you leave the chair. Taking a few intentional moments each day to cleanse and protect your lashes becomes a simple act of daily self-care.

Your lashes aren’t just about how you look—they’re about how you feel. A few minutes of aftercare is your chance to hit pause, be gentle with yourself, and preserve the results you paid for.

💧 2. Keep Them Clean

One of the biggest myths in lash care is that you shouldn’t get your lashes wet. The truth? Clean lashes = healthy lashes.

Use a lash-safe, oil-free cleanser to gently wash your lashes once daily (especially at night) to:

  • Remove makeup and oil build-up

  • Prevent eye irritation

  • Avoid premature lash shedding

  • Keep your lash line fresh and bacteria-free

💡 Pro tip: Ask us about lash-safe cleansing kits at your next appointment!

⛔ 3. Avoid the No-Nos

You love your lashes. Don’t sabotage them by doing things that weaken the bond between extension and natural lash.

Avoid:

  • Oil-based products (cleansers, moisturizers, makeup removers)

  • Mascara on your extensions (especially waterproof!)

  • Sleeping on your face—opt for a silk pillowcase if you're a side sleeper

  • Picking, rubbing, or tugging at your lashes (no matter how tempting!)

The more gently you treat your lashes, the longer they last—and the better they’ll look between fills.

⏰ 4. Stay on Schedule

To keep your lashes looking full and even, we recommend booking a fill every 2–3 weeks, depending on your natural lash cycle and lifestyle.

Skipping fills can result in gaps, uneven wear, and the need for a full removal and reapplication—which costs more in the long run.

📅 Bonus: Rebooking in advance ensures you don’t lose your preferred spot!

💖 5. You Deserve the Results You Paid For

Let’s be real—lash extensions are an investment in your time, your confidence, and your self-image. You wouldn’t buy a designer dress and toss it in the dryer, right?

Caring for your lashes isn’t extra—it’s the follow-through that makes your investment worthwhile.

When you take care of your lashes, you're also showing up for yourself. It’s a small daily act with big returns.

📍 Ready to Lash with Love?

If you’ve just gotten a fresh set or you're planning to book your next fill, now’s the perfect time to recommit to your lash care game.

Not sure what aftercare products are best? Need a refresher on your routine? Ask at your next appointment—we’re here to help you protect your glow.

Because self-care isn’t selfish—it’s Foxy. 

📍Foxy Mamas Lash & Brow Bar 📞 917.518.3656

 
 
 
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