4 Tips For Safely And Effectively Cleaning Your Eyelashes

11 March 2022

Jaime Allen

Cleaning your eyelashes can be a bit of a tenuous endeavor. You want to make sure you clean your lashes in a way that effectively removes all of the makeup and debris, but you also have to be wary of harming your eyes or the eyelashes themselves in the process. Can this all be accomplished? Yes, it can — if you follow the tips below.

1. Use a specialized eyelash cleaner.

Some makeup removers will remove makeup and other buildup from your eyelashes, but these are not always safe to use so close to your eyes. So, for the best results, you really want to use a specialized eyelash cleaner. There are a number of brands that offer these products, so look at a few and pick one that suits your preferences. If you prefer vegan and organic cosmetics, you should be able to find an eyelash cleanser that fits the bill.

2. Use a flat cotton round.

As far as tools go, some people do successfully use cotton balls to clean their eyelashes. If this is all you have laying around, it will work. But if you have or can purchase flat cotton rounds, those are an even better option. They are less likely to shed cotton fibers that could get into your eyes, and they also make it easier for you to sandwich your eyelashes between the pad. This can lead to a more thorough clean.

3. Clean your eyelashes first.

Your eyelashes should be the first thing you clean as a part of your makeup removal and face washing routine. This way, if you end up with some eyelash cleaner or some streaks of eye makeup down your face when you're cleaning your eyelashes, they'll be removed later on. You don't want to clean your eyelashes last and risk leaving those streaks of makeup near your eyes overnight because some of the residue could work its way into your eye.

4. Spot test new products, first.

Whenever you buy a new eyelash cleaner, spot-test it by applying a little of it to your arm, first. Wait a few hours and make sure you don't see any signs of irritation on your arm. Then, you can safely use it on your eyelashes without worry. People can have sensitivities to all sorts of products, and you don't want to find out you're sensitive to a new eyelash cleaner by waking up with red eyes in the morning.

With the tips above, cleaning your eyelashes should feel like a walk in the park. To find the right eyelash cleanser for you, contact a professional. 

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