A lash lift is a semi-permanent treatment that curls your natural lashes upward without extensions or daily curling. Tint makes lashes look darker, fuller and more defined, with an effect similar to mascara.
What happens at your appointment
We begin by talking through your lash goals. Your artist gently cleanses the eye area, then applies a lifting solution while your lashes are shaped over a soft silicone rod. Once the curl is set, a tint is applied in a shade that complements your features. For the current appointment length and price, see our Lash Lift and Tint service page.
Results & aftercare
Results typically last 6–8 weeks, roughly the natural life cycle of your lashes. For the first 24 hours: no water, steam, or eye makeup. After that:
- Avoid rubbing your eyes or sleeping face-down
- Skip mascara for 24–48 hours (many clients never go back to it)
- A nightly lash serum or nourishing oil keeps lashes strong
- Avoid waterproof mascara because it shortens the lift
Is it right for you?
If you want a low-maintenance routine, a lash lift & tint works with your natural lashes without ongoing extension fills. It can simplify busy mornings and appeal to swimmers, travelers, and anyone who likes a fresh-faced look. It suits all lash types; the curl shows most dramatically on medium-to-long lashes. Pair it with brow lamination for a full eye-area refresh in one visit.
Lash lift vs extensions: results and upkeep
Extensions create a dramatic look and need fills every 2–3 weeks, care when sleeping, and oil-free products. A lash lift works with your own lashes and typically lasts 6–8 weeks without fills. After the first 24 hours, it holds up well through swimming and workouts. A lift reveals your existing length rather than adding length or volume. Clients are often surprised by how much of that length had been pointing downward. A lift suits a natural look with little upkeep; extensions suit a more dramatic everyday look.
Is it safe for sensitive eyes?
Often, when a professional performs the treatment and you disclose sensitivities and allergies beforehand. Your eyes stay closed for the entire treatment, the solutions never touch the eyelid margin or the eye itself, and shields protect the lower lashes. We ask about allergies, recent eye surgery, and contact lenses beforehand (lenses come out for the session). Mild watering or temporary redness right after is normal. Tell your artist immediately if you experience irritation.
Making it last the full 8 weeks
The first 24 hours decide most of the result: keep lashes completely dry, no water, steam, sweat, or makeup, while the new curl sets. After that, three habits stretch the lift: sleep on your back or side (face-down sleeping flattens the curl), keep oil-based products and waterproof mascara away from the lash line, and brush lashes upward each morning with a clean spoolie. A nightly lash serum keeps the hairs strong so the next lift has more to work with. Full details live in our aftercare guide.
Quick answers
How soon can I wear mascara after a lash lift?
You can wear mascara after the first 48 hours. Choose regular (not waterproof) formulas; waterproof mascara and its removers break down the curl faster.
Will a lash lift damage my natural lashes?
Not when professionally done on an appropriate schedule. Lashes shed and renew on a natural cycle, and lifting every 6–8 weeks works with that cycle. Overlapping treatments too soon is what causes brittleness.
How soon before an event should I book a lash lift?
Two to five days before is ideal. By then, the curl is fully set and any minor redness has passed, while the lift still looks fresh for photos.
Want lifted, darker lashes with less daily styling?
Ask questions before booking in a free video consultation. Every treatment includes a personal consultation at our Leander studio, serving Round Rock, Cedar Park, Georgetown and greater Austin.