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What Is a Lash Lift?

“A lash lift curls your lash from base to tip so that you can see the full length,” explains Clementina Richardson, celebrity lash expert and founder of Envious Lashes in New York City and Miami.

All lashes have a natural shape to them, so this process alters that shape via a tiny curling rod and a lifting solution. (It’s not as scary as it sounds, as your eyes are closed as it’s applied but yes, there are some chemicals involved.) The treatment should always be performed by a licensed professional.

What Is the Process of Getting a Lash Lift?

“Every treatment begins with a thorough consultation to determine what kind of lash style you are looking to achieve,” says Jaimineey Patel, head of training at Blink Brow Bar London. “Based on your answers, your therapist will then pick a suitable curling rod size to shape the lashes.”

Then, your therapist will cleanse the eye area and place a silicone rod onto the eyelids. The natural lashes are then curled over and attached to the rod with an adhesive to set the lashes. Once the therapist ensures everything is positioned correctly, a lifting lotion is applied to allow the lashes to mold around the curling rod, followed by a setting lotion that sets the lash shape.

Expect the whole thing to take about 45-60 minutes. Many salons also require a patch test 48 hours before your appointment to ensure you don’t have a reaction to the solutions used.