Having eyelash extensions certainly has its perks. They make it possible to flaunt thick, long and fluffy lashes at all times so you can pull off a literal no-makeup makeup look. Despite how well they transform your natural lashes, you may want to pump up the drama even more. So what are the rules of applying makeup with eyelash extensions without damaging them? Here, we put together a list of dos and don'ts with the help of Cristina Monaco, who specializes in cosmetic dermatology at the Schweiger Dermatology Group in New York City.

Avoid Oil

Oil can cause the glue in your extensions to break down, which is why you should always look for oil-free makeup products. In addition to using oil-free makeup, you should also make sure that your makeup remover and daily skin regimen is oil-free as well. “Using a makeup remover that is oil-based will cause those lashes to slide right off,” warns Monaco. Consider Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water with Vitamin C, which is formulated without oil, alcohol or fragrance.