Lash Extensions: Timing Is Everything For Your Wedding Day

Eyelash extensions are ideal for brides or attendees who wish to add extra length, thickness, and volume to their lashes on their wedding day. It is recommended to get your lashes done at least 2-3 weeks before the wedding to ensure the desired look is achieved and to rule out an allergic reaction for that special day. However, if you've gotten extensions before and know your body well enough and also know what eyelash style you want, then you can get them the day before but advised to have an appointment at least 24 hours before you need to do your makeup.

Time for trial - Test set allows you to trial the lashes and see if you want to make any changes

If you are planning to get eyelash extensions for your wedding, it is important to give yourself enough time to ensure the desired look is achieved. Getting them earlier is better than getting them later because then you can have time for any issues that arise with your extensions to be fixed before the big day.

We advise future brides to come at least 2-3 weeks before their wedding for a full set and book a refill a few days before the big day. However, the sooner the better!

There are several reasons why getting your lash extensions done for the first time right before your wedding day is not such a good idea. You want your eyelash extensions to look as full and uniform as possible on the day, so wait until very near the time.

If you've gotten extensions before and know your body well enough and also know what eyelash style you want, then I don’t see a problem with getting them the day before but I’d advise an appointment that is at least 24 hours before you need to do your makeup.

A test set allows you to trial the lashes and see if you want to make any changes (length, fullness, shape etc.) before the wedding, and if you are unlucky enough to experience a reaction or a sensitivity to the adhesive, it won’t be something that will ruin your big day!

Allergic reaction - Rule out an allergic reaction for that special day

To rule out an allergic reaction, you should get your eyelash extensions done at least 2-3 weeks before your wedding. This will give you enough time to trial the lashes and see if you want to make any changes before the wedding. If you are unlucky enough to experience a reaction or a sensitivity to the adhesive, it won’t be something that will ruin your big day!

If you have gotten extensions before and know your body well enough and also know what eyelash style you want, then you can get them the day before but you should book an appointment at least 24 hours before you need to do your makeup.

If you think you have an allergy to lash extensions, glue, or adhesive, inform your lash technician and consult with your eye doctor first so that they can advise you on what is best for you. If you had an allergic reaction before to your previous lash technician, they will also do a patch test before your appointment to see if you have a reaction to any of their products. If you suddenly have a lash allergy, advise your lash technician immediately so that they can remove the lash extensions right away and let your eyes rest from lash extensions for at least one month.

An allergic reaction to eyelash extensions is similar to other contact allergies, also known as contact dermatitis. Symptoms can appear within a few minutes to a few hours after the cosmetologist first put the extensions in place.

In a small study from 2012, researchers found that participants had allergic reactions involving their eyes or eyelids due to the glue or tape that the cosmetologist used to attach the eyelash extensions. They noted that all the products contained formaldehyde, a cause of keratoconjunctivitis, which is inflammation of the cornea and conjunctiva. In addition to formaldehyde, a person may be allergic to lead, or benzoic acid, which certain cosmetic products may contain. The Board of Barbering and Cosmetology recommend that a person ask their cosmetologist what ingredients are in the glue. To avoid an allergic reaction, they recommend using formaldehyde-free products and avoiding washing the face for a few hours after the application of eyelash extensions.

Flawless flutter - Eyelash extensions to look as full and uniform as possible on the day

Eyelash extensions are ideal for all brides or attendees who wish to add extra length, thickness, and volume to their lashes on their wedding day. You should get your lashes done at least 2-3 weeks before the wedding to ensure the desired look is achieved and rule out an allergic reaction for that special day.

There are numerous reasons to get eyelash extensions for your wedding day, not least the promise of a perfect, smudge-free flutter in your photographs. To help you make the most of your investment—for the Big Day and beyond—we asked Lash Perfect expert Emma Apps for her ultimate aftercare advice. You want your eyelash extensions to look as full and uniform as possible on the day, so wait until very near the time. I recommend having them done two-three days before the wedding, Emma instructs. "This will also give you the perfect opportunity to lie down with your eyes closed for an hour or two, which can only be a good thing so close to the occasion."

If you’ve gotten extensions before and know your body well enough and also know what eyelash style you want, then I don’t see a problem with getting them the day before but I’d advise an appointment that is at least 24 hours before you need to do your makeup. For traveling/important events, I normally do eyelashes 2 days before early in the morning, then I skip one full day of exercise/showering/any humid activities, and then I do my makeup.

Getting them earlier is better than getting them later because then you can have time for any issues that arise with your extensions to be fixed before the big day. However, the sooner the better!

There are several reasons why getting your lash extensions done for the first time right before your wedding day is not such a good idea. One, a test set allows you to trial the lashes and see if you want to make any changes (length, fullness, shape etc.) before the wedding, and two; if you are unlucky enough to experience a reaction or a sensitivity to the adhesive, it won’t be something that will ruin your big day!

Early appointment - Get them the day before but book an appointment at least 24 hours before you need to do your makeup

If you are getting eyelash extensions, you want them to look great on your wedding day. Getting them earlier is better than getting them later because then you can have time for any issues that arise with your extensions to be fixed before the big day.

For traveling/important events, I normally do eyelashes 2 days before early in the morning, then I skip one full day of exercise/showering/any humid activities.

If you’ve gotten extensions before and know your body well enough and also know what eyelash style you want, then I don’t see a problem with getting them the day before but I’d advise an appointment that is at least 24 hours before you need to do your makeup.

You should get your lashes done at least 2-3 weeks before the wedding to ensure the desired look is achieved and rule out an allergic reaction for that special day. However, the sooner the better!

There are numerous reasons to get eyelash extensions for your wedding day, not least the promise of a perfect, smudge-free flutter in your photographs. But Bridezilla or not, they have to be flawless. To help you make the most of your investment—for the Big Day and beyond—we asked Lash Perfect expert Emma Apps for her ultimate aftercare advice. You want your eyelash extensions to look as full and uniform as possible on the day, so wait until very near the time. "I recommend having them done two-three days before the wedding, Emma instructs. "This will also give you the perfect opportunity to lie down with your eyes closed for an hour or two, which can only be a good thing so close to the occasion."

Full set - Come at least 2-3 weeks before your wedding for a full set

If you are getting eyelash extensions, you want them to look great on your wedding day. Getting them earlier is better than getting them later because then you can have time for any issues that arise with your extensions to be fixed before the big day.

Eyelash extensions are ideal for all brides or attendees who wish to add extra length, thickness, and volume to their lashes on their wedding day. You should get your lashes done at least 2-3 weeks before the wedding to ensure the desired look is achieved and rule out an allergic reaction for that special day.

There are numerous reasons to get eyelash extensions for your wedding day, not least the promise of a perfect, smudge-free flutter in your photographs. But Bridezilla or not, they have to be flawless. To help you make the most of your investment—for the Big Day and beyond—we asked Lash Perfect expert Emma Apps for her ultimate aftercare advice. You want your eyelash extensions to look as full and uniform as possible on the day, so wait until very near the time. "I recommend having them done two-three days before the wedding," Emma instructs. "This will also give you the perfect opportunity to lie down with your eyes closed for an hour or two, which can only be a good thing so close to the occasion."

There are several reasons why getting your lash extensions done for the first time right before your wedding day is not such a good idea. One, a test set allows you to trial the lashes and see if you want to make any changes (length, fullness, shape etc.) before the wedding, and two; if you are unlucky enough to experience a reaction or a sensitivity to the adhesive, it won’t be something that will ruin your big day!

If you’ve gotten extensions before and know your body well enough and also know what eyelash style you want, then I don’t see a problem with getting them the day before but I’d advise an appointment that is at least 24 hours before you need to do your makeup. For traveling/important events, I normally do eyelashes 2 days before early in the morning, then I skip one full day of exercise/showering/any humid activities.

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