How to Take Care of Eyelash Extensions When Sleeping: Expert Advice from Shigeru
Worried your beautiful eyelash extensions might get ruined while you sleep? You’re not alone—many people face this exact problem. Whether it’s twisting, flattening, or early fallout, nighttime can be tough on your lashes. But with the right sleep care tips—straight from the experts at Lashes by Shigeru—you can protect your investment and wake up flawless.
Don’t worry; by the end of this guide, you’ll know exactly how to sleep with eyelash extensions—straight from the professionals at Lashes by Shigeru. With these expert sleeping tips, your beauty sleep will no longer ruin your lashes. Instead, you’ll protect them and keep them looking beautiful for much longer.
Let’s begin by knowing the cause of this problem.
Why Sleep Affects Lash Extensions
Usually, lashes are applied very carefully, one by one, with the Japanese AirLashtechnique, but even the best-quality products need proper care, especially at night.
Why? Because several things can happen while you sleep— your face may rub against pillows, your skin produces oil, and all these things cause your lashes to tangle, twist, and shed prematurely.
Nighttime Lash Care Tips by Shigeru’s
1. Sleep on Your Back
The best way to take care of your lashes is not to put pressure on them. And while sleeping on your back, you will not have any chance to do this. In fact, it will also keep them lifted and untouched all night.
“One of the biggest lash killers is sleeping face down,” Shigeru adds. “It weakens the bond, causes premature fallout, and flattens the curl.”
In case you are not used to sleeping on your back, put a pillow below your knee for better comfort and reduced tossing.
2. Try using a satin pillowcase
Silk and satin pillowcase creates less friction than cotton, which means fewer tangles and less pressure in case you turn your head sideways too.
Bonus: It’s also great for your skin and hair.
3. Try a lash sleep mask
Go for a 3D contoured sleep mask that is molded to avoid pressing on your lashes. It’s especially helpful while traveling or if you need complete darkness to sleep.
Shigeru recommends lightweight and breathable materials that do not trap moisture or rub against your eyes.
4. Clean your lashes before going to bed.
It is important for everyone because even if you don’t use makeup, your skin still produces a natural oil, and cleaning it before bed is important for both your face and lashes. Remember: Clean lashes = longer retention.
Pick a lash-safe serumand use it an hour before going to bed. Make sure your lashes are completely dry before going to bed.
5. Avoid eye creams that spread
Overly thick night moisturizers can have the potential to melt the eyelash glue. So, if you use skincare around your eyes, choose something gel or water-based and apply it gently.
Things to Avoid at Night
- Sleeping with face down or on the side
- Rubbing eyes when sleepy
- Use of heavy creams around your eyes
- Make sure your lashes are completely dry before going to bed.
A Little Comfort Goes a Long Way
If you have seen Shigeru’s studioin Los Angeles, it has everything needed for comfort and relaxation, be it private spaces or specially made ergonomic chairs. This same principle applies at home as well.
Remember: The more comfortable you are while sleeping, the more your lashes will last.
If you are noticing symptoms like early shedding, twisted lashes, or spotty retention, sleeping habits can be an unnoticed cause.
At the end
Japanese AirLash extensionsare made to last up to 5 weeks, but your sleeping habits can both stretch and shorten this lifeline. The right sleep positioning, materials, and nighttime routine can protect your investment and help you wake up effortlessly refreshed every day.
So don’t waste any more time and level up your lash game today. Start by booking a lash appointment todayor visit lashesbyshigeru.com to learn more.
Faqs
Q: Can I sleep with eyelash extensions?
A: Yes, you can sleep with eyelash extensions, but protect them by sleeping on your back, using a silk pillowcase, and avoiding eye rubbing. A soft sleep mask and clean, dry lashes before bed help reduce friction, prevent premature shedding, and extend lash retention.
Q: How do I protect eyelash extensions while I sleep?
A: Protect eyelash extensions at night by sleeping on your back, using a silk or satin pillowcase, and wearing a contoured sleep mask to reduce friction. Brush lashes gently with a spoolie before bed, avoid oil-based products, and apply Shigeru Lash and Brow Serum to nourish natural lashes and extend retention.
Q: Is it normal for lash extensions to fall while sleeping?
A: Yes, it’s normal for some lash extensions to fall while sleeping because they shed with your natural lashes. Excessive loss may result from side sleeping, friction from cotton pillowcases, or rubbing your eyes. To minimize fallout, sleep on your back, use a silk pillowcase, and avoid eye pressure.
Q: How to fix eyelash extensions after sleeping on them?
A: To fix eyelash extensions after sleeping on them, gently brush with a clean spoolie to realign lashes. For bent extensions, soften them with a lightly damp cotton swab and reshape with the brush. Avoid tugging, and if the damage is noticeable, schedule a touch-up with your lash technician.