Lash lift results
I GOT A LASH LIFT!
Yes! The rumours are all true! I got a lash lift and to be honest the results were better than expected!
Earlier this week, I headed to Lac Beauty in Toronto’s Yorkville neighbourhood for my first ever lash lift with makeup and brow artist Jenna Want. If this is the first you are hearing about lash lifts, they are essentially a ‘perm’ for your lashes. Much like the effects of a perm for your hair, lash lifts sets a permanent curl into your lashes and the outcome is bigger, more awake looking eyes and more predominant lashes. Additionally, lash lifts are a low maintenance alternative to always using false lashes or getting lash extensions and they last way longer!
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LASH LIFT BEFORE AND AFTER
All lashes have a natural shape to them and mine are long but unfortunately, pretty dead straight. As I have been getting older I have also noticed my eyelids have become more hooded. You can really notice from this ‘lash lift before and after’ picture that the curled lashes now hide the excess skin on my eyelid and make my eyes appear bigger and more awake. Further, since a lash lift curls your lashes from the base all the way to the tip, you really get to see the full length of your natural lashes which helps them appear even longer and stand out more predominantly. It’s quite amazing how such a little thing can make such a big difference.
My lash lift before and after photo
HOW LONG DOES A LASH LIFT LAST
How long does a lash lift last? The short answer is 2 months. The long answer is, it really depends on you. Like everything on our body that regenerates, our eyelashes are also on a cycle. Typically, lash cycles are about 2 months long but it really depends on a person’s genes. Either way, over the course of 2-3 months you can expect a whole new set of lashes to grow in and push the old permed lashes out.
LASH LIFT AFTERCARE
Lash lift aftercare is super simple and is one of the main reasons why I favour it over lash extensions or even false lashes. Much like a hair perm, all you need to do for the first 24-48 hours after your treatment is let the perm set. That means, do not wash your face or wear makeup for the first 24 -48 hours. If you do wash your face and water does get on your lashes, the perm wont set and the lash lift results could be badly affected. After 24 hours it is back to business as usually. You can wear makeup, mascara, wash your face with your facial cleanser, apply creams, etc. as you normally would.
See, told you lash lift aftercare was simple!
For anyone that uses lash growth serums to help lengthen, nourish, and condition your lashes, you can still use these products but you may want to use them less as they could speed up your regrowth cycle causing you to have to go back for another lash lift session sooner.
EYELASH LIFT AND TINT
When I did my lash lift I didn’t get a lash tint because I already have naturally dark lashes but it is very common for people to do an eyelash lift and tint at the same time. Ideally you would want to get the lift done before the tint to ensure you have the best curl, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get a lash lift if you’ve recently tinted your eyelashes. If you have blonde lashes or lashes that you can barely see, getting an eyelash lift and tint would be perfect and really make your eyes pop! Plus, it’s really only one extra step!
LASH LIFT VS. LASH EXTENSIONS
I have had both a lash lift and lash extensions and I would 100% say I like lash lifts more. When comparing lash lift vs. lash extensions there are a few reason why I like lash lifts more:
They are significantly cheaper! Lash lifts are around $95 whereas lash extensions start at $150 and go up depending on how dense you want them.
Lash lifts last longer - approximately 2 months! Lash extensions on the other hand last maybe two weeks depending on how quickly they start to fall out. Also, when you start to lose lash extensions your lash line looks sparse and it’s super noticeable whereas when a lash lift grows out it’s way less obvious cause you’re using your natural lashes.
You can wash your face as normal with a lash lift. When you have lash extensions you have to be careful when washing your face to avoid the eye area. I like wearing makeup but I also like having good hygiene and I was always worried with lash extensions that the glue would be a breading ground for bacteria, especially if I couldn’t wash the area. Even naturally, bacteria grow along your lash line and in your mascara tube which is why you are suppose to throw out your mascara ever three months. With lash extensions, you are more susceptible to getting an eye infection which is enough for me to choose a lash lift over a lash extension every time.
You can wear makeup as normal with lash lifts. Yes, it’s true! Load on as much of that eyeshadow, eyeliner and mascara as you want because you can wash your lashes as normal. Feel free to keep using your favourite Micellar make up remover and wipes while you’re at it! Unlike lash extensions, you can continue to do your makeup as normal unlike lash extensions where you are advised to touch the eyes as little as possible and keep them clean. Either way, because cleaning is harder with lash extensions in general, you don’t really wear makeup quite the same way.
Lash lifts look more natural than lash extensions because they use your natural lashes. In addition to using the full length of your natural lash to make them appear more prominently once permed, they also don’t look sparse once a new cycle grows in. Lash extensions on the other hand can look fake and, I find, often not done well. Unless you are going to a pro, they tend to be very dramatic, dark, overdone and need constant maintenance which can be a pain in the ass.
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LASH LIFT PROS AND CONS
Still on the fence as to whether to give a lash lift a go? Here are some lash lift pros and cons to help you get more comfortable.
Some lash lift pros are:
They give your lashes a natural looking curl that opens up your eyes and makes you look more awake.
They last for as long as your lash cycle (approximately two months).
They aren’t insanely expensive - Lac Beauty charges $70.
They can help hid hooded eyelids.
You can wear makeup and wash your face, use your favourite moisturizer, etc. as normal.
You can choose how dramatic of a curl you want! *More on this to come!
Some lash lift cons:
They don’t last forever.
It isn’t cheap. - “But, If you don’t spend your money, who will?”
You are putting chemicals near your eye. Another reason to make sure you go see a professional.
If done incorrectly, you can over process your eyelashes and damage them. Yet another reason to go to a professional for this service.
WHERE TO GO GET A LASH LIFT IN TORONTO
Well, I’m obviously going to recommend the place where I went because I loved my experience with Jenna and I’ve always had great treatments there. I actually also go to their sister hair salon Lac and Co. down the street to get my hair coloured - shout out to Kiki! She’s the best!
Lac Beauty is a conceptual lifestyle and beauty boutique spa located at 162 Davenport Rd in Yorkville, and in my opinion, one of the best spas in Toronto. In addition to lash lifts, they also offer facials, manicures and pedicures, brows, waxing, makeup services for all occasions including bridle, and spray tans. In the past I have also been to Lac Beauty for Biologique Recherche facials which I also highly recommend trying because of how they give life back to your skin and drown it in hydration to reveal a dewy ass glow!
My lash lift experience took a total of 40 minutes and included a quick consultation at the beginning so Jenna could examine my lashes and help me choose a suitable curl. I went with something natural but you can actually pick different degrees of perms depending on how dramatic of a curl you want, which I thought was pretty cool. Other than a small unpleasant smell, the procedure was quick and easy. I felt no stinging, irritation, or cause for concern during or after my procedure and left with beautifully curled lashes. As someone who does have sensitive lashes (they sometimes become super itchy depending on what mascara I use) I was relieved to see that I experienced zero irritation and would 100% go back to do it again. Maybe I’ll see you there!
I didn’t only leave Lac Beauty with a lash lift though, I also left with some funny photos and videos from my treatment which I thought were too good to hide from the world! So I quickly edited them together for you so you can see the struggle of content creation during a lash lift. OMG, I love my job but sometimes it’s a laugh and this one is on me! Enjoy!
Thank you so much for visiting the blog today and watching my lash lift review video. If you enjoyed this lash lift review feel free to let me know in the comments below. I’m also happy to answer any further questions around the topic. I’m going to be posting more videos on YouTube as well so I want to encourage you to subscribe to my 'Is That Soh YouTube channel’ if you aren’t already so you can keep up with all the great content I have planned!
Until next time,
-Soheila
