When the summer sun is out and you’re spending lots of time outdoors, the last thing you want to deal with is melting mascara or other high-maintenance beauty routines. Thankfully, a lash lift offers an effortless solution for beautiful lashes all season long!
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What Is A Lash Lift, Exactly?
A lash lift is essentially a perm for your natural lashes. (Don’t worry, we aren’t talking about the perms of the 1980s!) Using a safe chemical solution, your lashes are lifted and curled upward, which creates the illusion of longer, more voluminous lashes. The treatment typically takes 45-60 minutes and lasts anywhere from 6 to 8 weeks, depending on your natural lash cycle.
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Why Are Lash Lifts Perfect For Summer?
Hot and humid summer days are not exactly makeup-friendly. With a lash lift, no matter how warm it gets outside, your lashes stay curled and defined — no pinching eyelash curler tools required! It’s also a great service for clients who prefer a more natural look. Unlike lash extensions, these are your own lashes … just better. A lift simply enhances what you already have.
Why Are Lash Lifts Perfect For Summer?
Hot and humid summer days are not exactly makeup-friendly. With a lash lift, no matter how warm it gets outside, your lashes stay curled and defined — no pinching eyelash curler tools required! It’s also a great service for clients who prefer a more natural look. Unlike lash extensions, these are your own lashes … just better. A lift simply enhances what you already have.
For Best Results, Pair With A Tint!
If you have lighter-colored lashes (blondes, we’re looking at you), pairing your lash lift with a tint service allows you to skip your makeup bag altogether this summer. During the lifting process, your tech adds a safe, dark-colored tint to give your natural lashes a mascara-like appearance.
How To Care For Your Lash Lift
Protect your investment and help your lift last as long as possible by sticking to the following tips:
- Skip the waterproof mascara: You can still wear mascara over your lash lift (and tint, if applicable) — lots of clients do! But make sure you’re using a regular formula, since waterproof formulas can weaken the lift over time.
- Keep Lashes Dry for 24 Hours: After your appointment, avoid water, steam, or eye makeup for a full day to ensure best results.
- Use Lash Serum: To keep your lashes strong and nourished, apply a conditioning serum regularly. We love Revitalash’s line of products!
If you’re looking for a summer-ready beauty solution that saves time, simplifies your routine, and makes your eyes look lifted and bright, a lash lift is absolutely worth it. It’s the ultimate warm-weather beauty hack that gives you a wide awake, fresh-faced look with zero effort. Ditch the curler, skip the mascara, and let your natural lashes shine!
Tracy W. is an advanced esthetician and assistant manager at our Apple Valley salon. Learn more about her work and book an appointment with her here.
