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Summary: Eyelash perming is not a dangerous procedure when it is done by a professional who thoroughly cleans and protects the eye area while the chemicals are being applied. Find out how to perm eyelashes safely, getting a test patch to test for allergies first, with information from an experienced cosmetologist in this free video on beauty.
Connie Griesheimer has more than 20 years of experience in beauty and makeup. She studied at John Robert Powers Agency before working for Jean Lewis, who is the head makeup artist of...read more
"So you're thinking about having your eyelashes permed. Is it a dangerous procedure? I'm C.G. with "Lips and More" and I'm going to speak with you today about is eyelash perming dangerous? Now first of all you need to go to a professional and have it done at a salon. This is a very important step because you need to sit down with that person and let them explain to you exactly the procedures they are going to be using. It does entail using chemicals just like they would do and use to perm your hair. They are going to use that on your eyes. Now make sure they explain to you that they are going to try to protect the eye and clean the area but at the same time make sure they make it clear to you that they are going to be using chemicals. The same thing that they use on your hair they're going to use on your eyelashes and they are going to perm your eyelashes. You want to make sure they sit down and give you a chest patch to make sure that you don't have an allergic reaction to any of the chemicals that they are going to be using. Once you've done all this and you feel secure in the person who is going to be doing it and go ahead if it's for you. I'm C.G. with "Lips and More" and the greatest gift is the gift of beauty."
eHow Article: Is Eyelash Perming Dangerous?