You’ve probably heard the saying that all good things must come to an end, and that includes the life cycle of our beloved eyelashes. Every hair on our body goes through a shedding and regrowth process, and eyelashes are no exception.
So, what’s the deal with seasonal lash shedding, and why does it sometimes seem like your clients are losing their lashes at an alarming rate? In this blog, LavisLash will delve into the concept of seasonal lash shedding, its causes, and why it’s an important concern in the world of lash extensions.
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What Is Seasonal Lash Shedding?
Seasonal lash shedding is a natural and cyclical process that affects all of the hair on our bodies, including our eyelashes. Our eyelashes grow in three phases: a growth phase, a transition phase, and a resting phase. Lash shedding happens during the resting phase. The resting phase usually lasts a few weeks to a few months. During this time, an old lash falls out, making room for a new one to grow. This is entirely normal and keeps our lashes healthy.
On average, we say goodbye to about five natural lashes every day, which adds up to 35 lashes a week. That’s about 20% of your fabulous lash extensions – perfectly normal and a sign of healthy lashes.
Seasonal lash shedding is influenced by our body’s internal clock, with more shedding in the fall and winter when our bodies are in a resting phase. Environmental factors like dry indoor air and cold weather can make lashes dry and more likely to fall out. Hormonal changes, such as pregnancy or menopause, can also lead to increased lash loss.
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How Season Affect to Lashes?
Have you ever wondered why it seems like your clients experience more lash shedding during specific times of the year, especially in the late fall, like September and October.? This is what we call “seasonal shedding,” and it’s perfectly normal.
Summer’s heat and its associated factors play a significant role in increased lash shedding during the fall. The heat of summer prompts more lashes to enter the resting phase, temporarily pausing their growth and priming them for shedding in the autumn.
Moreover, increased sweating, sebum production, and makeup residue during the summer can clog lash pores, hindering the growth of lashes in their active phase and accelerating their life cycle, resulting in more shedding come fall.
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Why Seasonal Lash Shedding Matters for Lash Extensions?
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Loss of Extensions: Lash extensions stick to natural lashes. So, when those natural lashes shed, the extensions go with them. Seasonal lash shedding can cause extensions to fall out too soon, giving your clients a less full lash look.
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Cost and Effort: Keeping up with lash extensions can be a costly and time-consuming affair. With more lash shedding during certain times of the year, your clients will need more touch-ups. This means more money spent and more of your time used up.
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Risk of Damage: If your clients don’t handle lash shedding correctly, it can harm their natural lashes over time. Weaker natural lashes can make it harder to maintain lash extensions.
The Solution
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Lash Care: Encourage your clients to take good care of their lashes with lash serums and gentle handling. This can help reduce the impact of seasonal shedding. You can address lash shedding by recommending that customers use high-quality products for the aftercare such as foam cleansers or lash brushes from LavisLash.
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Regular Touch-Ups: Stress the importance of regular lash extension touch-up appointments. This way, you can replace lost extensions and keep your clients’ lashes looking their best.
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Seek Professional Help: If your clients are experiencing excessive lash shedding, suggest they see a pro, like a dermatologist. They can rule out any underlying health issues that might be worsening the shedding.
Remember Our Queens!
Seasonal lash shedding is a fact of life, but it can affect your clients’ lash extensions. By understanding why it happens and taking the right steps to deal with it, you can keep your clients looking fabulous all year round, regardless of the season.
So, as a lash artist, make sure your clients are in the know about how to care for their lashes and extensions during seasonal lash shedding.
Remember, when it comes to lash extensions, LavisLash is your ticket to excellence. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us through THIS email or drop us a message on our social media platforms like Instagram or Facebook Page.
Happy lashing, our friends!
