What is a lash lift, how long does it last, and how can you do it at home?

A lash lift is a cosmetic technique that lifts and curls natural lashes from the root, making them appear longer and more defined without extensions. It eliminates the need for false eyelashes or daily makeup, and the results can last for several weeks.

Today, it's a technique many people perform at home using a professional kit that includes everything needed to follow the process step by step. In this article, we explain what a lash lift is, how long it lasts, and what you need to do it at home.

What is an eyelash lift?

A lash lift is a treatment that curls and sets lashes upwards from the root, similar to a perm, but with a more natural and subtle result. It doesn't add artificial length or extra volume, because it works with your own lashes to make them appear longer and your eyes look more open and awake.

The process involves using silicone molds of varying sizes that are placed on the eyelid, along with a chemical fixative that holds the curl in place. To enhance the result, it can be combined with a tint that intensifies the color and definition of the lashes.

How long does a lash lift last?

Eyelash lifting usually lasts between four and eight weeks, depending on the eyelash growth cycle and aftercare.

Eyelashes renew themselves naturally. As they grow, the curl gradually loses intensity until it disappears completely.

Avoiding wetting your lashes for the first 24 hours and not rubbing your eyes when removing makeup helps prolong the results. With a simple skincare routine, the effect usually lasts even longer.

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What you need to do a facelift at home

Doing a lash lift at home requires several products that work together.

Silicone molds determine the shape and size of the curl. A perming lotion helps shape the lashes, while a neutralizer or setting lotion stabilizes the shape once achieved. Adhesive keeps the molds in place on the eyelid during the process, and a specific lash serum or oil contributes to their aftercare.

The specific eyelash tint and developer are optional. They are applied at the end of the process and help to enhance definition, without the need for mascara.

The Y-comb helps to place the lashes on the molds more accurately and simplifies the work.

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Common mistakes when doing a facelift at home

Doing a lash lift at home is possible, but there are mistakes that can affect the result or weaken the lashes.

The most common mistake is leaving the perm lotion on longer than recommended. Excessive exposure doesn't improve the curl; in fact, it can weaken the lashes to the point of breakage.

Choosing the wrong size curler is another common mistake. A curler that's too large for the length of your lashes can create a forced and unnatural curl, while one that's too small can over-curl them and give an artificial look. The right curler depends on the length and thickness of each lash.

Eye preparation also influences the outcome. Applying a lash lift to lashes with traces of makeup, oil, or serum can prevent the products from working evenly and lead to an uneven result. Thoroughly cleansing the area before starting is a step that shouldn't be skipped.

Not respecting the waiting time between sessions is a mistake that accumulates damage. Eyelashes need time to recover before being subjected to the chemical process again.

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