You’ve just had your brows laminated, tinted, and shaped to perfection. Or maybe you’re walking out with fresh lash extensions that make your eyes pop. Either way, you feel unstoppable — like you’ve just leveled up your entire face.

But here’s the thing most people don’t tell you: the work doesn’t end when you leave the salon. If you want to protect your investment (and your natural features), maintenance matters. And it’s easier than you think.

At Art Works Salon & Day Spa in Ellijay, Georgia, we believe that beauty should last — but only when it’s supported with knowledge, care, and a little discipline between visits. So if you’ve ever wondered how to extend the life of your brows or lashes, this guide is for you.

First Things First: Why Aftercare Matters

Brow and lash treatments are delicate. Whether it’s a semi-permanent dye, a lamination lift, or individually glued extensions, these enhancements rely on healthy skin, clean conditions, and gentle handling to stay intact.

Without proper aftercare, you could experience:

• Premature fading or wear
• Skin irritation
• Lash breakage or fallout
• Overprocessing
• Poor results at your next visit

That’s not just inconvenient — it can set you back weeks or even months in your beauty routine.

How to Care for Your Brows at Home

1. Avoid Touching and Tweezing

After a fresh wax, tint, or lamination, it’s tempting to over-analyze every tiny hair that grows back. Resist!
Over-tweezing between visits is one of the biggest culprits behind patchy or uneven brows.

✅ Instead:

• Let regrowth happen naturally
• Use a spoolie daily to brush your brows into place
• Book regular maintenance every 4–6 weeks

2. Cleanse Gently

Washing your face with harsh exfoliants or oil-based cleansers can strip color and irritate post-treatment skin.

✅ Instead:

• Use a gentle, sulfate-free facial cleanser
• Avoid scrubbing the brow area
• Pat dry with a clean towel

3. Moisturize the Area

Healthy skin = better retention for tint and lamination.

✅ Use lightweight, fragrance-free moisturizers around the brow area — or apply a nourishing brow oil like castor oil at night to support hair strength.

4. Avoid Heat and Steam for 24–48 Hours

After brow lamination or tinting, your skin and hair need time to settle. Steamy showers, saunas, or even workouts can disrupt the results.

✅ Wait 48 hours before exposing your brows to excess moisture or heat.

How to Care for Your Lash Extensions at Home

Lash extensions are an art form — but they’re also fragile. A single mistake in your routine can cause them to fall out prematurely or put strain on your natural lashes.

1. No Water, Steam, or Oil for 24–48 Hours

The adhesive used in lash extensions needs time to cure fully. Water or oil can weaken the bond and cause early shedding.

✅ Keep your lashes dry for at least 24 hours. That includes tears (sorry, no sad movies).

2. Sleep Smart

Rubbing your eyes on a pillow can crimp or break lashes.

✅ Try sleeping on your back, or use a silk pillowcase to reduce friction.

3. Use a Lash-Safe Cleanser

Mascara residue, makeup, and natural oils build up fast — and dirty lashes can lead to infections or lash mites (yep, it’s a thing).

✅ Clean your lashes daily with a foam lash cleanser and a clean spoolie.
✅ Never use micellar water, makeup wipes, or oil-based removers.

4. Avoid Mascara and Eyelash Curlers

Using mascara on extensions (especially waterproof kinds) can destroy the bond and leave buildup that’s hard to clean.

✅ Your extensions should give you the volume and length you want — without mascara. If you must use it, ask us for a lash-safe formula.

5. Don’t Pick, Tug, or Twist

It’s tempting to touch or pull at your lashes as they grow out unevenly — but doing so can rip out your natural lashes and delay your refill schedule.

✅ Let them shed naturally.
✅ Come in every 2–3 weeks for refills to maintain fullness.

When to Book Your Next Visit

To keep your look fresh:

• Brow shaping or waxing: Every 4–6 weeks
• Brow tinting: Every 3–4 weeks
• Lamination: Every 6–8 weeks
• Lash fills: Every 2–3 weeks

And remember — if something feels off, whether it’s irritation, sudden shedding, or uneven results, call us. We’d rather help you fix it early than let a minor issue snowball.

Final Thoughts from Tai

I can give you beautiful brows and lashes in the salon — but you are the secret to keeping them that way.

It’s not about being high-maintenance. It’s about caring for the features that help you feel confident, polished, and powerful.

Our clients in Ellijay come from all walks of life — busy moms, professionals, artists, retirees — and the one thing they all say is: “I didn’t realize how much better I’d feel waking up already put together.”

Let us help you get there. And when you do, treat your results like the investment they are.