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Are false eyelashes bad for your natural lashes? 5 myths debunked

July 8, 2026

Many women are hesitant about wearing false eyelashes because they fear damaging their natural lash hairs. At Olimbera, we often hear: "Will my own eyelashes fall out?" or "Will they become shorter?"

The short answer is: No, when used correctly, false eyelashes are completely safe. Let's debunk the 5 most persistent myths once and for all.

Myth 1: "False eyelashes pull out your own eyelashes"

This only happens if you roughly 'strip off' the lashes without first softening the adhesive. If you follow the steps in our cleaning guide and gently soak off the adhesive with an oil-free remover, the false eyelashes will slide off without stressing your own hairs.

Myth 2: "The glue is harmful to your skin"

This is a myth, provided you choose quality. Cheap glues can sometimes contain irritating substances, but quality lash adhesive (such as the latex-free variants at Olimbera) is specially developed for the sensitive skin around the eyes.

Myth 3: "Your own eyelashes cannot 'breathe'"

Eyelash hairs are technically dead tissue (just like your nails), so they don't need to 'breathe'. What is important, however, is the health of the lash follicles. As long as you apply the lash strip just above your natural lash line and not directly on the hairs, your natural growth will remain completely intact.

Myth 4: "False eyelashes are too heavy"

At Olimbera, we focus on lightweight materials. A good false eyelash is so light that you forget you're wearing it after 5 minutes. Only if you wear extremely heavy, thick lashes day in and day out without a break, could this be tiring for your eyelids in the long run.

Myth 5: "You can no longer wear mascara"

You can definitely wear mascara, but the trick is to apply your mascara before you apply the false eyelashes. This keeps the false eyelashes clean and prevents your own eyelashes from sticking to the strip.