Here's what you need to know about getting an eyelash lift and tint
By now most of you probably know how obsessed I am with my eyelashes.
I am a self-proclaimed mascara addict, and while it may be my favourite step in my makeup routine, it unfortunately happens to be the most time consuming step as well.
I know that for most people mascara takes all of about 5 seconds. But for me, a true mascara aficionado, my mascara application can take anywhere from 5 seconds to 15 whole minutes, depending on how fierce I’m trying to look that day.
Over the years I’ve tried lots of different ways to cut down the time I spend applying mascara. I’ve tried eyelash extensions, falsies, a million different mascaras, and most recently, I tried a lash lift and tint.
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What is a lash lift and tint?
A lash lift is like a perm for your eyelashes. It gives the effect of what your lashes would look like if you used a mechanical curler everyday. It really opens the eye and can make your lashes look much thicker and longer than they actually are.
A lash tint is essentially the same concept as a brow tint — dying your eyelashes a shade or two darker so they stand out more. This combination results in darker, thicker, and longer-looking lashes that don’t require curling or mascara. Who doesn’t want that?!
What is the maintenance on a lash lift and tint?
A last lift and tint lasts about 6 weeks and there is essentially no maintenance between treatments. You can still wear mascara, wash your face as normal, get your lashes wet in the shower, and use makeup remover and all your normal products.
The treatment costs about $100-$150 total.
Why choose a lash lift and tint over eyelash extensions?
There are pros and cons to both treatments. But in general, if you’re after a more natural look that requires little-to-no maintenance (beyond the actual treatment itself), then a lash lift is for you. A lash lift and tint accentuates your natural lashes — it’s your lashes but better. You’re also not pigeon-holed as much as you are with extensions, so if you’re someone who likes to use makeup remover on your eyes for example, or wants the option to wear mascara when going for a different look, a lash lift and tint may be a better option than extensions.
Eyelash extensions are better suited if you want to look like you’re permanently wearing mascara (or even false eyelashes if you go that dramatic!). They give you a full lash makeover and can quite drastically change the way your eyes look. However, they require more maintenance between treatments and can get quite pricey.
What’s the best mascara to use for a lash tint and lift?
As mentioned, you can use mascara as much as you’d like with this treatment. Because a lash lift and tint lends itself more to adding length rather than volume, I found volumising mascaras to be the best option for me.
bh recommends: Benefit They’re Real! Mascara, Rimmel Scandaleyes Reloaded Mascara, COVERGIRL LashBlast Volume Mascara, and Mary Kay Ultimate Mascara.
Left: Before lash lift and tint. Right: After lash lift and tint.
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65 Member Comments
I have a friend who gets this done every now and then.
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I love how a lash lift curls up your lashes and opens your eyes up! I have dark eyelishes, so a tint doesn't do much, but the lift definitely makes a difference to my short (asian) eyelashes.
Also love that there's no major aftercare or maintenance required.
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I've tried it and it cost me $55. It was a nice experience especially that my therapist was professional. I loved how my lashes looked, however, I won't bother to do it again. I was curious about it that's all.
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I’ve never had a lash lift, but I tint them all the time and it makes a world of difference!
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I have had my lashes tinted in the past when I was much younger and it was just so great not having to use mascara all the time as my lashes are quite fair. A lash lift is something I haven't heard of but the price is quite overwhelming and having it done every six weeks ends up expensive, more than going to the hairdresser. Certainly would be interested in having my lashes tinted again, but as there are different techniques I am not sure who to see anymore as these salons now do not seem so reputable and my eyes are quite sensitive. Will probably just stick with the mascara.
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I get an eyelash tint every few months and love it. I had a lash lift once and I loved it, however, it really irritated my eyes for weeks afterwards. I am not sure if it was my beautician, but for this reason I wouldn't get it done again.
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I am going to bite the bullet on the price and get it done before my honeymoon...I’m going to be too lazy to do a full makeup look overseas!
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I can see a big difference but my eye area is one place I don't mess with. The furthest I'd go is wearing mascara.
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Looks fabulous but just not in my budget. I also have super sensitive eyes so that would worry me.
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I'd be interested but my lashes are so short and sparse there'd be nothing to work with!
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I thought my eyelashes were too short as well but they weren't, so worth talking to a therapist to see if they could do it. The lift curls your lashes up so it saves you using an eyelash curler.
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Have had them tinted before but not a lift, I wouldn't be interested in the lift due to the maintenance.
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I would like to get it done, it looks amazing!
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Never going to try it, because I'll get used to seeing myself with hit and will not like myself as much without it, and $100 every 6 weeks... that's a commitment.
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I’ve never tried anything like this, but it does sound good. I have used the 1000 Hour Eyelash Tint kits which are pretty good. Otherwise I just use mascara.
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It's interesting to find out more about these things - a perm for my lashes - maybe when all my girls have flown the nest and I have more time to myself!
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I'm the same, applying mascara is usually my longest step in getting ready, I'm lucky to have long lashes, so I like to make them stand out - I've never had extensions done I have a fear that my lashes will fall of with them! LOL A lash tint I like to get in summer as no need for mascara when I'm at the beach or pool so saves the panda eye while swimming ;) I might have to try out this lash lift tho!
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Eyelash Tints I always worry about it stinging your eyes but I agree definitely better than Lash Extensions.
Mascara does seem to take such a long time to get the effect you want that is for sure.
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The results of the lash lift and tint in the photo look good, but I don't think it's for me.
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I'd love to get a lift and tint done!
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I really loved how my lashes looked with lash lift however I personally like it on my natural looking days. For days that I went for a heavier make up look, I found that putting mascara on them, did not look the same as putting mascara on my natural lashes. I preferred the look of mascara without the lash lift.
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I used to get eyelash tints all the time growing up, only a few times there they got dye In my eyes and it stung like crazy so I stopped in fear of going blind
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My coworker is doing the tint & lift on me this coming up week. She's done the tint & lift a few times before but I always worry about major drawbacks. I don't want to go blind pr anything.
She says its totally safe but I was wondering if anyone here had any complications with the tint & lift technique?
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I know I am exactly the same! One thig I don't play around with is my eyes!! I would love to get this done but I'm so scared something would go wrong!
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