However, eyelash hairs have a long pause cycle before they move to the shedding cycle, called telogen.

But there are ways to help prevent this from happening.

Ophthalmologist Alberto Distefano tellsMarie Clairethat having extensions does carry a small risk of infection.

close up eyelash extensions

“False eyelashes can increase the risk of eyelid and eye infections.

There is also the possibility of having an allergic reaction to the glue.

Is it worth the risk?

eyelash extension procedure

That’s up to you.

And hey, there’s alwaysmascaraif you want to skip theeyelashextensions.