what's a lash lift?
what's a lash lift?
lash lift, using elleebana one shot lash lift and belmacil eye tint, elevates your natural lashes taking your look to the next level. the process evolved from the "lash perm," however the formulations have since been enhanced to remove formaldehyde, and added lanolin to nourish the lash. silicone rods replaced metal rods to create more of a lifting effect rather than a tight curl. the look is completely, 100% yours! if you have a generous amount of lashes, it will definitely be more dramatic. if your lashes are limited, then lifting and tinting will make your lashes more noticeable. the lifting effect exceeds 6 weeks while tint may show fading between weeks 3 & 4. there are few restrictions after the first 24 hours.
what's the difference between a lift and lash extensions?
lash extensions are semi-permanent synthetic eyelashes that are applied and adhered in single or multiple strands to your natural lash. extensions, of course, extend your lashes, while a lift will enhance your natural lashes by drawing them up. we love the look of extensions but the lift is a service that offers little to no maintenance to look fab for weeks! both lash services relieve you from applying as much eye make-up to appear awake and alert! so the choice is yours! similar to the extensions, the lift enhances your natural lash. if your lashes are long and numerous, the lift creates a more dramatic effect. limited lashes can of course be lifted and will offer a glamorous and sultry style.
can it damage my lashes? how much lift will i get?
my advice is to seek out licensed professionals that have trained with the product lines they use. lifting can absolutely damage your lashes. your lashes are hair, and similar to perming or coloring the hair on your head, the lifting treatment is a process applied to the hair. at vivid, our goal is to keep your lashes healthy and beautiful. we stay in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and work at minimum processing times to protect the integrity of your lash. please note that because the hair is unique to its owner, we cannot guarantee the level of lift one achieves. even when lifts are performed according to manufacturer guidelines, all treatments effect individuals differently. while one guest may not experience frizz, kinks, or lengthy grow out phases, others might - unfortunately there's no way to tell how your lashes will handle the lift. if re-lifting, it is important to wait until your lashes are fully relaxed before scheduling your next appointment - this usually takes about 8 weeks. this, again, is to protect your lashes.
can it damage my lashes? how much lift will I get?
my advice is to seek out licensed professionals that have trained with the product lines they use. lifting can absolutely damage your lashes. your lashes are hair, and similar to perming or coloring the hair on your head, the lifting treatment is a process applied to the hair. at vivid, our goal is to keep your lashes healthy and beautiful. we stay in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and work at minimum processing times to protect the integrity of your lash. please note that because the hair is unique to its owner, we cannot guarantee the level of lift one achieves. even when lifts are performed according to manufacturer guidelines, all treatments effect individuals differently. while one guest may not experience frizz, kinks, or lengthy grow out phases, others might - unfortunately there's no way to tell how your lashes will handle the lift. if re-lifting, it is important to wait until your lashes are fully relaxed before scheduling your next appointment - this usually takes about 8 weeks. this, again, is to protect your lashes.
will it make my lashes fall out?
you lose lashes every day! there are approximately 90 - 160 lashes on the upper lid and only approximately 60 - 80 lashes on the lower lid. the eye lash grows on average 7mm - 9mm in length and is located in three to five rows along the lash line, usually found to be more dense laterally and thinning out in the medial aspect of the eye. the average life span of the natural eyelash is anywhere from 45 to 90 days, depending on each individual. the natural eyelash grows for 30 days, rest, and then begins the cycle again before falling out. eyelashes are at different stages of the cycle within their life, and as a result we lose lashes every day.
eyelashes go through three stages of hair growth:
anagen - this is the phase when lashes are actively growing
catagen - during this phase, the lash stops growing and hair follicle shrinks
telogen - this is the resting phase before the eyelash falls out and a new one begins to grow! we lose 2-5 natural lashes per eye per day
now that you understand that the life cycle of lashes, you'll understand that lifted lashes appear longer and darker, so when you lose them it's more noticeable.
does lifting hurt?
it is generally pain-free and a chance to get a well deserved nap.
can mine look like hers?
each eye is shaped differently and creates a unique and different look on the face. the results greatly depend on the length, thickness, and density of what you already have. if you've been gifted with great lashes, lifting can create a more dramatic look. if you have finer, thinner lashes, lifting adds a subtle sexiness and draws attention to the eye.
how long is the application?
a lift & tint takes between 45-60 minutes
how long do they last?
there is no set time as it varies between clients. depending on your natural lash cycle and if you're using a growth serum to enhance your lashes, lifting can last between 6-8 weeks. the tint tends to fade at about 3 weeks, but you can always pop back in for color for just $20.
i'm in! what do i do now?i'm in! what do i do now?
click the book now button to schedule your appointment! on the day of your appointment., come make-up free, wear glasses if you typically wear contacts, and avoid caffeine if possible (caffeine can make your eyes twitchy).
after-lash care
for the first 24 hours your lashes are still malleable. avoid any steam or mascara near your lashes for a minimum of 24 hours - the first evening of your lash lift, it's super important to sleep on your back as to avoid smashed lashes. know that continued sleep on one side can effect the appearance of your lift as well. super hot showers, hot yoga, cooking, steam rooms, just completed dishwasher cycle, rice cookers all give off hot steam that will relax your lashes in a hurry. avoid these and swimming for just a day and you'll be good. lash lifting is a process on the hair and for some, it can make the lashes feel dry - to keep them hydrated and nourished use coconut or castor oil 2-3 x a week after the first 48 hours.