Every time I sit across from my best friend who has eyelash extensions, I stare with envy.

They always look so good, but for some reason I always chicken out in fear of the horror stories I’ve heard. Luckily, my amazing assistant Erin has tried them {twice} and lived to tell the tale. Here is her experience on all of the pros and cons as well as her top tips for all things to consider if you {like me} are contemplating getting eyelash extensions.

{feature images borrowed from Violet Grey}

Okay Erin, let’s start with the reasons why I should get eyelash extensions? What were a few of your favorite things about them?

And what were the cons of getting them?

If someone is taking the plunge on getting lash extensions, what are some valuable tips that they can take with them to their appointment?

That only leaves me with one final question… would you ever do it again?

 

Erin: Well, the first time I did it, I definitely didn’t follow my own tips {but how could I have known better?!}. The lashes looked great in photos, but the aftermath was a disaster. I had to use Latisse to grow back my lashes in time for graduation {LOL}. After that, I swore off fake lashes forever!

… But as the pain of my previous experience wore off with time, I did what any reliable beauty tester would do, and gave them another shot. I did in-depth research this time, and avoided any place with a half-illuminated OPEN sign {I should’ve taken that as a clue my first time around, but hey, you live and you learn}.

So let’s not beat around the bush… would I do it again? Yes, in fact, I would, but probably only for a special occasion or vacation. The look and convenience are wonderful, but in my opinion, the expense and potential consequences leave much to be desired.

Have you ever tried eyelash extensions? Share your experience below!