Using Mascara and eyelash curlers every day can become a real drag and the time it takes to do these things starts to add up. In the past, however, if you wanted a look with curled eyelashes, this was your only option. Now, on the other hand, you have more choices. If you want this look without the hassle of creating it every single day, you could opt for an eyelash perm or a lash lift.
Anyone who is familiar with ordinary hair perms is probably thinking that putting potentially harsh chemicals close to your eyes is a recipe for pain. Luckily, we’ve found out what the experts say about this topic and we’ve taken it upon ourselves to inform you.
Lash Lifts And Lash Perms
Although these two terms are often used interchangeably, some experts say that lash lifts are really a newer and improved way to achieve the look because of different eyelash curling techniques as well as the use of different chemicals. In any case, the chemicals and techniques to curl the eyelashes differ from place to place regardless of whether you are getting a lash lift or a lash perm so make sure to get all the information from your esthetician. Also, since lash lifts or perms carry some risk of eyelash damage, you will want to make sure you are being serviced by someone knowledgeable, careful and experienced. The risk of this damage would not be permanent since eyelashes naturally fall out, shed and grow back just like any other hair. However, the results would be temporarily aesthetically displeasing. This is also the reason that, over time, the effect of the lash perm or lash lift will fade over time as new, untreated lashes grow in and older lashes fall out.
Makeup And Lash Perms
One question many women have is whether or not you can use makeup on top of chemically treated eyelashes. The answer to this question is yes after a waiting period of 24 hours. This is because, during the first 24 hours, treated eyelashes are still accommodating the changes from the chemical treatment and are still vulnerable. For this reason, you should also avoid rubbing your eyes/eyelashes, getting your eyelash perm wet and sleeping face down against a pillow for 24 hours as well.
Costs
Lash perms generally cost around $60 dollars. Now, while this may seem a little pricey for such a small treatment area, keep in mind that eyelash perms can last between 6 weeks and 3 months depending on the natural growth cycle of your eyelashes. So, unlike lash extensions which need a touch up every couple of weeks, lash perms are longer lasting.
At Home Lash Perms
In order to save on costs, some women choose to buy at-home lash perm kits which experts recommend against for several reasons. For one thing, it is hard to complete lash perms with at-home lash kits on yourself because the chemicals applied to the eyelashes are applied when the eyes are closed and, if you are performing the perm on yourself, this will make the application process very difficult. Second, if you are inclined to have an untrained person from your household perform the lash perm on you, keep in mind that the chemicals used in these perms could irritate or damage the surface of your eyeball. Finally, if you do manage to complete the home eyelash perm on yourself while avoiding injury, the results are typically less desirable than the results you will get from a salon or spa. Therefore, the small savings are really not worth the extra hassle. If you want an eyelash perm, spend a little more and get it done the right way.
Conclusion
Lash perms are part of the larger trend of permanent and semi-permanent makeup. From microblading to eyeliner tattoos, it seems that women want to have the look of makeup without having to go through the same tedious application process every single day. Therefore, if you fit into this demographic of women who would like to spend less time putting on makeup but still maintain the same look, give eyelash perms a try. When done by a trained professional, they can be safe and long-lasting.