How Often Should You Get Eyelash Extensions Refilled
- Dolly Effect
- Aug 30
- 3 min read
Beautiful Lashes Start with Proper Care
Eyelash extensions are not just beautiful, they are about confidence and convenience. They make your eyes stand out, save you time in the morning, and they can be fully customized to match a unique look based on your preference. We understand that being beautiful is crucial, however taking care of the lashes with regular refills is as important to keep them looking full, even, and beautiful while protecting your natural lashes.
How Often Should You Get Eyelash Extensions Refilled?
On average, have a lash refill every 2–3 weeks helps maintain fullness, though the exact timing can vary from person to person. Some clients can stretch to 4 weeks or longer while still have plenty of extensions intact, there are also others that may need a touch-up sooner then our recommend period. Factors like lash growth speed, daily habits, and individual body chemistry all play a role. If you are unsure when to schedule your next refill session, it’s best to schedule a refill as soon as you notice gaps, sparse areas, or an uneven lash line.
Why Are Refills Needed and How We Refill Lashes?
One of the main reasons eyelash extensions need refills is due to the natural lash growth cycle. As your lashes grow and shed over time, extensions naturally fall out with them, and some may become overgrown as the natural lash extends. During a refill appointment, our lash technician will assess your current lashes, remove any overgrown or loose extensions, and replace the missing lashes with fresh ones to restore fullness and balance. Refill sessions are typically shorter than a full set and are also the perfect opportunity to adjust the fullness, length, or curl to keep your look exactly how you want it.
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Common Reasons for Poor Lash Retention
Aside from the natural growth cycle, certain habits and conditions can shorten the life of your extensions. Common causes for poor retention might include sleeping on your face or pressing your lashes into the pillow, rubbing or touching too hard on the lashes, using oil-based cleansers or removers, and frequent exposure to steam, heat, or high humidity. Activities like swimming, visiting saunas, or engaging in workouts that cause heavy sweating can also weaken the adhesive bond, leading to faster shedding.
How Your Body Affects Lash Growth and Extension Longevity
Your overall health can also affect how your lashes grow and how well extensions last. Hormonal changes from pregnancy, menopause, or birth control can alter the lash growth cycle, while stress may speed up shedding. A diet low in essential nutrients might potentially weaken lashes as well, and certain medications can change how quickly they grow or fall out. If your natural lashes are very fine or sparse, having shorter length with less volume and more frequent refills would be recommended to maintain the the appearance.
How to Take Care of Your Eyelash Extensions
While some factors affecting lash retention are beyond your control, however your aftercare routine plays a huge role in how long your extensions last. A little extra love and care on the lashes goes a long way! Here are some important factors to keep your lashes healthy is treat them gently, avoid rubbing, pulling, or tugging at your lashes. Stick to oil-free cleansers, oil-free makeup removers and oil-free face products. Avoid applying mascara and heavy eye makeup as makeup might stuck in the lashes and cause poor retention. It is also recommended to make it a habit to brush them daily with a clean spoolie to keep them looking neat and fluffy. We also recommend to avoid heat from saunas, steam, and blow dryers as heat might alter the shape of the lashes.
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Make the Most of Your Lash Extensions
Eyelash extensions are an effortless way to look beautiful and confident every day. With a little maintenance, you can keep your look fresh without the hassle of daily eye makeup. Regular refills and proper daily care will keep your lashes full, even, and gorgeous for weeks at a time. By understanding your lash growth cycle and making a few simple adjustments to your routine, you can enjoy long-lasting results and lashes you will truly love.
