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Lash Lift
Lash Lift: The Ultimate Guide
E
ven before mascara was invented, women were using different substances to emphasize their lashes and make them attractive and noticeable. Therefore, the trend of dark, appealing lashes has been here for a while and it will, apparently, never go out of fashion.
Through the years, cosmeticians have discovered new ways of making lashes longer and more distinguishable. Nowadays, everybody’s talking about a hot new trend – lash lift. It is an advanced, semi-permanent procedure that will make the best of your natural lashes, giving your eyes an extraordinary look.
In order to fully understand a lash lift process, take a look at the following guide.
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ABOUT LASH LIFT
What is a Lash Lift?
Lash lift is a treatment where chemical products are applied to your natural lashes, making them look longer and fuller. It is also called a lash perm because the perm lotion is used to lift and curl the lashes. No fake extensions are involved here – just your natural lashes which are given a new shape.
Women opt for this treatment because they prefer a natural look. Lash extensions can be a little too much and are better left for special occasions, while the lash lift is a perfect solution for those who want to look good while going to work every day, running errands or going shopping.
With lash lift, you can be sure that your lashes will not start falling off after just three weeks. It gives the best results for the first 4 weeks after the treatment. Then for another four weeks, it starts losing its shape slowly, but it still looks good for another 4 weeks.
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Who is a Lash Lift for?
Lash lift is for everyone who wants longer, attractive lashes that stay curled for a couple of weeks. Also, it is perfect for women who don’t want to bother with the complicated aftercare routine that follows lash extension treatment. In addition, it is the best option for everyone who prefer more natural look.
The best results will be achieved with those who have long straight lashes. Curling them will definitely give them volume and make them look astonishing.
ABOUT LASH LIFT TREATMENT
How Long Does the Lash Lift Treatment Last?
Lash lift treatment usually lasts for 1 hour. If you want to add tint to your lashes, that will take additional 15 minutes.
What Does the Lash Lift Treatment Include?
The lash lift treatment is a simple procedure and involves the following steps:
Step 1
The esthetician carefully cleans the area.
Step 2
Silicon pads are placed on your lids, in order to protect them. They come in different sizes and are used to prevent chemicals from reaching sensitive areas
Step 3
The perm lotion is applied. Its purpose is to soften your lashes and make them moldable. The perm solution is left there for about 12 minutes.
Step 4
Lashes are lifted and curled.
Step 5
It is time for the setting solution. The setting solution is there to harden everything.
Step 6
Some tint is added to make them look darker. (This step is optional.)
What is a Lash Tint?
Lash tint is an addition to lash lift and it is optional. It is perfect for those who don’t want to apply mascara every day. Also, a tint is recommended to people who are going on a vacation and don’t want to bother with makeup.
Tinting is adding special dye to your eyelashes in order to make them darker. It is a short, painless procedure. However, eyes are a sensitive area, so it is important to choose a certified professional to do this. If you have sensitive eyes and you are prone to allergies and infections, better avoid tinting.
Which Chemicals are Used During the Lash Lift Treatment?
There are three types of chemicals used in the treatment:
Perm lotion
It softens your lashes and allows them to get curled. It usually contains these ingredients: polyacrylamide, thioglycolic acid, propylene glycol, methylparaben, purified water, monoethanolamine.
Setting solution
It hardens curled lashes keeping them curled for a long time. Contains sodium bromate, polyacrylamide, polysorbate, purified water, propylene glycol, methylparaben.
Tint
(Optional) Dye, specially used for making eyelashes darker. It must be hypoallergenic, formaldehyde and paraben free.
Is Lash Lift Safe?
Lash lift is quite safe if you choose a certified and experienced artist. You need to make sure your aesthetician works in a sterile environment and use quality products. The problems that might occur are allergies and infections. In order to avoid this, inform your aesthetician about any sensitiveness of your eyes.
If you are not sure whether you are allergic to tint or a solution, ask for a patch test beforehand. The patch test will determine whether the substances used are safe for your skin.
Is Lash Lift Painful?
Lash lift is a completely painless procedure. The only discomfort you can experience is that you must lie still with your eyes closed. Luckily, it is only for one hour. There are much more painful procedures people undertake in order to be pretty.
PREPARATION
How to Prepare for Lash Lift Treatment?
It is very important to do the research and find a good aesthetician. Make sure it is a person who works in a sterile environment, has a lot of satisfied customers and has completed a proper, certified training. That way, you will avoid any risks of infections or work badly done.
Even though lash lift treatment does not require any special preparation, there are several don’ts you should pay attention to:
- Don’t wear makeup to the appointment
- Try not to wear waterproof mascara for a week before the treatment, because your eyes need to be perfectly clean and without any traces of mascara
- Come showered, since showering is non-advisable during the aftercare period
- If you wear contact lenses, take them off and wear glasses instead
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AFTERCARE
What Does the Lash Lift Aftercare Entail?
One of the perks of the lash lift treatment is that the aftercare is not complicated at all. You need to be careful for only 24 hours after the treatment and after that, you can continue with your normal daily routine.
These are the tips you need to follow:
- Don’t wear mascara for 24 hours after the treatment
- Don’t get them wet. Don’t shower for 24 hours (or if you really have to, make it quick). Avoid steamy rooms, such as saunas.
- Don’t apply any products on your lashes during that period
- Don’t touch your lashes
How Do I Maintain a Lash Lift?
Luckily, a lash list is very easy to maintain after the initial aftercare period.
After the aftercare period of 24 hours is finished, you can treat your lashes normally. You can sleep on your face, wear makeup, wash your face, rub your eyes. The only advisable nourishment includes coconut oil or facial oil.
Can I Wear Makeup After Lash Lift Treatment?
Makeup is forbidden only 24 hours after the treatment. After that, you can apply makeup normally.
When it comes to mascara itself, it is better to use non-waterproof mascara. Removing waterproof mascara might be harsh and it can affect your post-treatment results. Also, if you decide to add tinting to your lash lift treatment, mascara is completely unnecessary.
Can I Use an Eyelash Curler After a Lash Lift?
Using a lash curler is not advisable after the lash lift. Your lashes are hardened with the setting solution and a lash curler might damage them. After all, an eyelash curler is completely unnecessary since the same effect is already achieved with the treatment itself.
TOUCH UP
How Often Should I Have a Lash Lift Touch Up?
A lash lift does not require any touch-ups. As your natural lashes grow, they take their natural shape. You can just repeat the treatment after two months. The shortest period after which it can be redone is 6 weeks.
RISKS AND SIDE EFFECTS
Are There Any Risks or Side Effects of Lash Lift Procedure?
Lash lift is a pretty safe procedure. However, since it treats a very sensitive area, some side effects might occur, but they are not very common.
Here is what to do in case some of the following things happen:
Allergy or infection
First of all, warn your esthetician about any allergies you might have. If you are not sure whether you are allergic to the substances used in the treatment, ask for a patch test. If, after all, you have an allergic reaction, go to the dermatologist immediately. It is usually cured with antibiotics.
Damage to your natural lashes
A skillful esthetician must know how long to leave the solution on. If the solution is left there for too long, it can harden your lashes too much and they can break and fall off. This can be easily avoided by choosing an expert to do the job, and avoiding newbies and amateurs.
LASH LIFT GONE WRONG
What if I am Not Satisfied With the Lash Lift Outcome?
There are three possible scenarios which might leave you unsatisfied with the lash lift treatment.
Overcurled lashes
This is nothing serious not dangerous. However, you will feel like you wasted your money and didn’t get what you wanted. Luckily, it is an easy fix.
Firstly, ask for a correction. If the esthetician is not able to fix your botched lashes, ask for a refund. Then, go to another salon that can correct your lash lift. If the situation is hopeless, you will need to wait at least 6 weeks for your natural lashes to regain their original shape.
Undercurled lashes
What if you almost can’t see any difference after the treatment? Well, that means that you didn’t choose the right beautician. Again, you can ask for a refund and go somewhere else for the proper lash lift.
Messed up aftercare
Even though aftercare routine is easy to follow, since you need to be careful just for 24h, it can happen that you, unintentionally, mess something up. In that case, it is advisable to go to the salon for a correction and see what can be done. If the damage is serious, you will need to repeat the complete treatment.
LASH LIFT VS LASH EXTENSION
The table below shows the main differences between lash lift and lash extensions, since these treatments are most frequently compared. Take a closer look:
| Lash Lift | Lash Extension |
Effect | Natural, delicate | Dramatic, fake |
Maintenance | Low maintenance | High maintenance |
Durability | 6 – 8 weeks | 6 – 8 weeks (with a touch-up after 3 weeks) |
Aftercare | Simple, 24h | Complicated, you must be careful all the time |
Touch ups | Not required | Required after 3 weeks |
Length of the treatment | 1 hour | 2 hours |
Safe | yes | Yes |
Painful | no | no |
Average price | $100 | $150 |
After summing up all given comparisons, it seems that the best option is to choose lash extensions for big events, such as weddings, celebrations or some public performances. Lash lift is perfect if you want natural, yet noticeable lashes every day.
COST
How Much Does a Lash Lift Cost?
The average price of lash lift treatment is $100, depending on the location and the reputation of salons. Naturally, there are reputable and famous salons that charge more, so the prices can go up to $200. A lash lift does not require any touch ups, so there aren’t any additional costs.
Of course, you can get the treatment for less money, such as $50-$60, but beware of cheap services. Sometimes newbies and inexperienced beauticians try to attract clients with low prices. Therefore, choose a salon and a beautician wisely!
MAIN TAKEAWAYS
Lash lift is a very popular treatment for eyelash enhancement at the moment. It is affordable and simple, and a lot of women love it. So, if you want amazing eyelashes every day, go for this treatment.
Also, don’t let the price be the only factor when choosing an aesthetician. Focus on the skillfulness and experience of the artist and the other factors mentioned above.