Lash Lift and Tint 101 – If you’re thinking of revamping your look, highlighting the beauty of your eyes through your eyelashes is a good first step in doing so. Most people usually apply some mascara or get eyelash extensions, while others get a lash lift and tint. And before you try and go for the latter, we’ll discuss everything you need to know about them.
What’s a lash lift?
A lash lift is one of the easiest, painless, and more affordable ways to do just that. Long dark eyelashes have always been a prized beauty trait, and getting them permed and tinted is one of the hottest beauty trends of late. A lash lift shapes, frames, and highlights the eyes better by giving you thicker, longer-looking lashes, resulting in a natural, whole new look you never knew you could rock.
And a lash tint?
On the other hand, a lash tint is a separate procedure that’s often used as a finishing touch to a lash perm. Its process involves applying a safe, semi-permanent vegetable dye to the eyelashes. Similar to a brow tint, this procedure seeks to intensify your natural lashes by effectively darkening them and adding greater definition and flare to the eyes.
The magic of the lash lift
The end result of a lash lift depends on two things; the first is the kind of look you want to achieve. Discuss with your lash artist your preferred peg; the more popular ones that people often go for are extra curved lashes, a fanned-out look, or a cat’s eye effect. The second involves the state of your natural lashes, its shape, direction, and thickness will significantly determine the result of your lift.
The procedure goes like this: First, they cleanse and separate your top and bottom lashes. The top lashes will be attached to a silicone patch on your eyelid and combed into place. Next, an eye-safe perming solution is applied, breaking down the eyelash bonds, allowing them to change shape. And as a final touch, a setting solution will be used to seal the curls. Depending on your lash growth cycle and how well you maintain the lift, the results can last up to a minimum of six and a maximum of eight weeks (2 months) or more.
You might be thinking at the back of your mind, what sets it apart from the standard lash treatments?
Lash Lift vs. Falsies
Lash extensions are one of the most popular ways to boost one’s lashes. Here, a lash technician attaches lash strips to your natural lashes using a non-irritant adhesive during the treatment. There are three varieties of lash extensions: classic, volume, and hybrid; each style has a different approach to revamping the wearer’s look, ranging from subtle to dramatic.
But while both beautify the lashes, getting a lash lift is much more convenient. Why? A lash lift requires far less maintenance and lasts much longer, often up to several weeks, and the procedure itself is a lot quicker and cheaper than getting extensions.
Lash tints vs. mascaras
While mascaras have been a staple in many a girl’s makeup kits, people have always had this sort of love-hate relationship with this makeup product. Applying coats of mascara can feel like a tiring, time-consuming beauty ritual, and finding the right kind of mascara isn’t always easy.
Even if you do manage to apply them well, there’s always the risk of spidery lashes, panda eyes, and that awful messy clumping after a day. Not to mention there’s always the possibility of injuries and bacteria living in the wands. These are all issues that we’ll all be too happy to get rid of with getting a lash tint.
Thankfully, getting your lashes tinted has the added benefit of making them look instantly fuller without applying coats of mascara and all the mess that comes with it; you won’t have to worry about accidental smudging, panda eyes, and clumping. It’s also time-efficient and long-lasting since it takes about 15-20 minutes to apply, and its effects often last for 4-8 weeks at a time, depending on the person’s lash growth cycle. While the dye may be permanent, the tinted lashes will grow out eventually.
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How much do a lash lift and tint cost?
The cost of getting a lash lift and tint can vary, depending on where you live, the prestige of the salon of your choice, and the level of expertise your stylist has. Normally, an individual lash lift procedure price ranges between $50 and $200. A single lash tint may go from $45 to $75, while a combined lash lift and tint could cost $100 to $175. While the prices might shock you, many salons do have promotional discounts and introductory offers for people on a stringent budget, so it’s a plus to look for different deals online to expand your options and find a deal that suits you best.
How do you take care of your lash lift and tint?
Proper care and maintenance are the keys to a long-lasting and successful lash lift and tint. Stylists prescribe the following standard post-procedure tips after your lash treatment:
- Be gentle with your lashes; no touching or rubbing.
- Avoid getting the lashes wet for 24 to 48 hours.
- No eye makeup for 24 to 48 hours.
- Avoid getting other eye treatments for at least 24 hours after the procedures.
- Avoid using harsh, oil-based makeup products on your eyes/lashes.
- Avoid waterproof mascara.
- Avoid going to the sauna/hot showers as much as possible (this weakens the lash lift’s effects)
- Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight/UV light, which can cause the lift and tint to fade quicker.
- Do not sleep on your face.
- Do not put your contact lenses back in for the rest of the day.
To keep the permed lashes healthy and nourished, professionals advise applying lash conditioning serums a few days after the procedure. Again, make sure to steer clear of any oil-based products to maintain the lashes’ curl and color.