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About Lash Lift
What makes the price go up or down
Base price covers the lift alone. Adding a lash tint usually adds 10 to 15 minutes and a small fee. Premium keratin serums or branded lotions cost more than generic formulas. Mobile services add a travel fee. Location density, technician experience, and salon overhead also shift the final number you pay.
What to ask before you book
Ask which brand of solution they use, how many applications they do per week, and whether the room has ventilation. Confirm that the tools are sanitized between clients and that the technician can show a certificate from the product manufacturer. Ask for a patch test at least 24 hours before your appointment if you have reactive skin.
How long results last and when to repeat
A lash lift usually lasts 6 to 8 weeks, the natural growth cycle of an eyelash. Tinted lifts keep their color for about 3 to 4 weeks before fading. Book a repeat only when the new growth looks uneven, not on a fixed calendar. Doing lifts back to back weakens the hair. Most clients space sessions 8 to 10 weeks apart for safe regrowth.
Picking the right rod size for your lashes
Rod size controls how much lift you get. Small rods create a soft, natural bend on short lashes. Medium rods suit most eye shapes and average lash lengths. Large rods give a dramatic curl but can kink long lashes. The technician should measure your lash length and pick a rod before applying any product. A wrong choice leads to weak curl or breakage.
How long results last and when to repeat
Most lifts hold their shape for 6 to 8 weeks, which matches a full natural lash cycle. As new lashes grow in, the lift gradually fades. Book a repeat when about 30 percent of the lashes have returned to their original direction. Going sooner than 4 weeks risks over-processing and breakage.
Choosing the right rod size
Rod diameter directly controls the final look. A 3 mm rod gives a dramatic lift for short lashes. A 4 mm rod is standard for medium lashes. A 5 mm rod suits long lashes and a softer curve. A 6 mm rod produces a subtle bend. Tell your technician if you want a natural or a bold finish so they pick accordingly.
Aftercare rules for the first 24 hours
Keep lashes dry for 24 hours, no water, steam, or sweat. Avoid mascara, eyeliner, and oil-based cleansers during that window. Do not rub your eyes or sleep on your face. Skip saunas, pools, and heavy workouts. After the first day, brush gently with a clean spoolie each morning. Skip waterproof mascara because the remover loosens the curl faster.
Tools and products the technician should use
A proper lash lift kit contains lifting lotion, setting lotion, neutralizer, adhesive, silicone rods in several sizes, and a tint if requested. The technician should also use a cleanser, microbrushes, and lash combs. Single-use disposable tools are safer for hygiene. Avoid kits that mix several clients from the same pot. Open, dated products expire fast and should be thrown away.
Aftercare rules for the first 24 hours
Keep lashes dry for 24 hours. No shower steam, no gym sweat, no swimming, and no mascara. Sleep on your back to avoid crushing the new shape. Avoid rubbing your eyes. After the first day, brush gently with a clean spoolie each morning to keep the curl aligned.
What a proper lash lift kit contains
Professionals use numbered rods labeled by diameter, typically 5 sizes from 3 mm to 6 mm. Smaller rods create a tight curl, larger rods give a soft wave. The lotions come in two numbered steps: step 1 is the perm solution, step 2 is the neutralizer. Lifting pads, silicone shields, and a keratin-infused serum complete the kit.