What is a Lash Lift?
Even though we’re well beyond New Years’ resolutions, there’s no time like the present to purge your life of all the things that weigh you down and replace them with better, streamlined routines that simplify everything.
If your makeup routine has started to become a drag, maybe it’s time to trim it down! One of the best and most satisfying ways to save time in the morning is by taking advantage of the long-lasting effects of a lash lift.
How Do Lash Lifts Work?
So what is a Lash Lift? Even though lash lifts are becoming all the rage, not everyone knows exactly how they work to bring about their amazing results. Imagine a perm that you get for your hair: that’s exactly what a lash lift does for your eyelashes.
Molding
The process involves the technician applying a silicone mold over the top of your eyelids. Then, the technician will curl your lashes over the mold and adhere them with glue. Take note that while applying your lashes to the mold, the technician will separate them individually to create a perfectly fanned-out look. Once they’re positioned, the perm solution comes next.
Perming
Although this is a chemical solution, it never touches your skin thanks to the silicone mold. The amount of time needed to perm your lashes will vary based on their thickness. During this part of the process, your lashes are softened to allow them to take the curl better.
Setting and Conditioning
After the perm solution is removed, the setting solution comes next. This gives structure back to your lashes, ensuring that they’ll hold the curl on a semi-permanent basis. The last step is to apply the conditioning solution, which helps to keep your lashes strong, healthy, and soft.
Personalizing Your Lash Lift
It may not seem like there’s much wiggle room for variation with lash lifts, but that’s not entirely the case. Remember the silicone molds applied to the eyelids before the process begins? Those molds come in a variety of shapes that will result in different levels of curl. Want a dramatic, wide-open eye look without work in the morning? There’s a mold for that. Want a more natural, girl-next-door feel? There’s a mold for that, too.
How Long Do Lash Lifts Last?
Lash lifts can last anywhere from six to eight weeks. This timeline is generally aligned with the growth and renewal cycle of your eyelashes.
What to Avoid
However, you can shorten or lengthen the time in between your lash lifts. Many technicians caution their clients to avoid any wet or hot environments for at least 24 hours after their lash lift.
So this means delaying your shower, avoiding the pool, and even trying to stay away from environments that might expose you to different kinds of hot steam (rethink your sauna schedule and be extra careful while cooking!).
So how long does a lash lift last? In the end, it’s up to you! Some people can go up to ten weeks between lifts.
How to Maintain
Although lash lifts are otherwise super easy to maintain, another thing that you want to avoid is anything that’s unnecessarily rough on your eyelashes (looking at you, stomach sleepers!). Try to avoid lots of rubbing or anything else that could cause wear and tear.
However, the key to lash lifts is to simplify your life, so don’t sweat it too much! Lash lifts are designed to persist through everyday life, so don’t feel like you have to baby your lashes. Go ahead and rock that mascara if you want to!
Where Should I Get a Lash Lift?
Lash lifts are offered in a wide variety of places, most notably at spas, beauty studios, and even sometimes at hair and nail salons.
Find a Certified Tech
When deciding where to get a lash lift done, always research the technician providing the service. The technician should be a board-certified lash tech, meaning that they have passed a board of cosmetology or esthetics exam.
What Does a Lash Lift Cost?
A lash lift with an experienced technician can cost anywhere between $75 to $100 and a bit more if you want to follow your lift up with a tint as well, as they’re a popular duo. Although you might be tempted to try and DIY the process, stick with the professionals!
Because the process involves chemical solutions, you want someone who is confident and knows what they’re doing, or else you could end up with costly and painful results.
Common Misconceptions about Lash Lifts
Like with any other beauty procedure, sometimes the rumors surrounding the process can be scary and intimidating! Check out these common misconceptions about lash lifts to ease your mind.
Lash lifts will ruin your eyelashes.
False! Lash lifts, if done correctly, can be a great way to preserve your lashes and let damaged ones heal. Curling lashes every day can take a toll on them, so giving them time off with a properly done lash lift can help them become stronger and healthier.
You can’t get a lash lift if you have short lashes.
It depends. Remember when we mentioned different types of silicone molds earlier? Your technician will know the perfect-sized mold to help accentuate your lashes depending on their current length, your eye shape, and even whether your eyelids are hooded or not!
However there are some limitations if you have particularly short or few lashes. Speak with an expert technician before hand or share some images with the Lash Studio to get their perspective. If you are too short, you likely are a good candidate for lash extensions instead.
If you get an underwhelming lash lift, then it’s the technician’s fault.
False! The efficacy of your lash lift usually always comes down to the products and how they interact with your lashes’ texture. A knowledgeable technician will be able to choose the right products and know how long to apply them based on your features.
But certain things like supplement use, at-home lash growing products, big hormonal changes, and even diet changes can contribute to changing the texture of your lashes. So make sure to let your technician know if you’ve made any big changes lately.
Final Thoughts
When it comes down to it, who doesn’t want to streamline their life? We all have big things we’d like to simplify, but why not start with the small things and work up?
Getting a lash lift will help you feel more put together and freer in the morning, so it seems like the perfect place to start!
