Why Won't My Eyelashes Curl Anymore?

Curled lashes make your eyes look more open, awake, and ready for the day.

They also make your lashes appear longer, thicker, and healthier!

They frame your beautiful eyes perfectly.

But not everyone is born with perky, curled lashes.

In fact, most of us have to use some tools and tricks to get our eyelashes to curl.

Everyone has probably tried using an eyelash curler, curling mascara, or going to a salon for an eyelash perm.

Sometimes these things start helping.

If you used to get perfectly curled lashes after a quick squeeze of an eyelash curler, but suddenly your lashes refuse to curl following the same routine, you’re probably feeling stumped.

So, why won’t your eyelashes curl anymore?

There are several possible reasons why your eyelashes may not be curling the way they used to, including a worn-out eyelash curler, changes in mascara, fluctuations in humidity, or thinning lashes.

In this article, we will go over all the reasons why your eyelashes might not be curling anymore.

What you can do to fix it, and some additional tips to help you keep your lashes curled longer.

Soon enough, you’ll be able to curl your lashes like you used to!

Reasons Your Lashes Won’t Curl Anymore

There are a few different possible reasons why your lashes suddenly don’t want to curl anymore.

They can be divided into two categories: the tools you’re using and your lash health.

Fortunately, both issues can be resolved with a little effort.

Here are the most likely culprits and how to fix them:

Your Lash Curler

Have you been using the same lash curler for a while, but all of a sudden it stopped curling your lashes?

You might wonder how that’s possible, given that it used to work perfectly before.

What changed?

Turns out, this is one of the most common reasons your lashes stop curling.

Your lash curler requires maintenance and upkeep.

If you fall behind on this maintenance, your lash curler may stop performing effectively.

So what kind of maintenance should you be doing?

First, your lash curler needs to be cleaned regularly.

Especially if you tend to curl your lashes after you’ve applied your mascara, all the mascara and other gunk can build up on your curler, making it far less effective at curling your lashes.

Secondly, you’re supposed to replace the rubber cushion in your curler every three months. Many of us are guilty of not doing this as regularly as we should!

A good way to remember is to do this every time you change the oil in your car.

That is, if you change your oil as regularly as you should!

If you can’t remember the last time you changed the cushion in your lash curler, chances are, it’s time to replace it!

You can get replacements on Amazon or at your local beauty store.

While you’re at it, give your curler a good clean with some gentle soap and warm water.

This might solve the problem for you, and your lashes will start holding a curl like they used to!

Change Of Mascara

Another reason your lashes might not be holding their curl anymore is that you changed up your mascara.

This is an often-overlooked factor that has a straightforward solution.

Think back to what mascara you were using back when your lashes curled easily.

Is it different from the one you use today?

Waterproof mascaras tend to hold a curl better because they have a drier texture and oils that help your lashes keep their shape.

There are also some non-waterproof mascaras designed to hold a curl due to their thick formulas.

We love this Too Cool For School mascara for adding an extra hold to your lashes.

Try to think back to what products you were using when your lashes curled better and see if perhaps a change in mascara is the reason they’re not curling as well anymore.

Humidity

This may surprise you, but an increase in humidity can seriously impact the way your lashes curl.

The more humid or wet your lashes are when you curl them, the less likely they are to hold the curl.

So if there has been a recent increase in humidity in your home, or if your eyes have been watery (and therefore, your lashes are wet when you curl them),

this might be the reason your lashes don’t curl anymore.

Even curling your lashes immediately after showering can affect how well they hold their shape.

One way to find out is to try curling your lashes in a dry environment, several hours after you’ve showered.

You can even dab a tissue over your eyelids to make sure there is no wetness or humidity on them.

You might be surprised to learn that they’re curling as well as they used to, once you do it in a drier environment.

Thinning Lashes

Sometimes a lack of vitamins or simply aging can cause your lashes to get thinner.

Thin lashes don’t hold a curl as well as healthy, thick lashes.

There are a lot of reasons that your lashes might start thinning and becoming weaker:

Hormone changes
Lack of nutrition
Exposure to the sun
Menopause
Aging
Some medical conditions
Certain medications, like chemotherapy
Excessive stress

Regardless of the reason, if you’ve noticed that your lashes are looking lackluster lately, this could be the reason they’re not curling as well as they used to.

If this is the reason your eyelashes stopped curling, you can take some steps to address these issues, although it’s obviously not as easy a fix as some of the other culprits we talked about.

Depending on the root cause, here are some things you can do to improve the health and thickness of your eyelashes:

Eat a nutritious diet full of fruits, veggies, multigrains, and healthy fats
Take a multivitamin and supplement with biotin and omega-3 fatty acids.
Use an eyelash serum – we love this one by Grande Cosmetics to condition your lashes.
Try stress-reducing techniques
Get at least 8 hours of sleep

These lifestyle changes can take some time to restore your lashes, but it’ll be worth it.

Not only will your lashes be healthier, but your body and soul will thank you.

Do Lashes Lose Their Curl With Age?

Unfortunately, your lashes may lose their curl as you age.

This isn’t something you can change.

Aging affects your hair, skin, nails, and lashes. Even your lips can become less plump with age.

There isn’t much you can do to combat these things other than staying healthy and active to keep your body feeling younger.

The better shape you are in overall, the better your lashes will hold up. That being said, don’t be discouraged if your lashes are starting to show signs of aging.

There are many things you can do to enhance their lift!

Tips For Curling Your Lashes

Implementing some of the ideas above can help you restore your lashes to their previous condition.

But there are also a few other things you can try to make them curlier and more luscious.

Here are some tips we love for curling your lashes:

Invest in a good eyelash curler for your eye shape – learn about your eye shape and find a lash curler that best fits the curve of your eyelid.

Consider Asian lash curlers, as they offer a wide variety; however, be aware that they can be pretty pricey.
Wear a lash primer on your lashes to help hold the curl – some primers even come with conditioning oils to enhance your lash health while assisting them to maintain shape.
Heat your lash curler before using it by blowing hot air on it from a hair dryer – be careful with this and don’t overheat your curler (just like your hair, your lashes can get damaged by high heat).
Hold the lash curler as close to the base of your lashes as you can for the best curl – this will lift your lashes at the base and make them look really open.
Apply waterproof mascara before curling, then secure the curl with a regular mascara layer after curling – this unusual combination acts like a hairspray for your lashes!
Try a lash perm – you can get your eyelashes permanently curled!

They will lose the curl over time (just like a regular perm relaxes over time), but you will have stunningly lifted lashes for a while.

This solution isn’t suitable for everyone due to budget constraints and lash health considerations.