Can I put mascara on a lash lift?

### The Crucial 24-Hour Window Immediately after your lash lift, your lashes need time for the chemical bonds to stabilize completely in their new curved position. During the first 24 hours, you should avoid: - All eye makeup including mascara - Water and steam (showers, saunas, swimming) - Touching or rubbing the lashes - Sleeping face-down on pillows After this initial period, mascara application is safe and can enhance your lifted lashes beautifully. ### Best Mascara Types for Lash Lifts **Water-Based Formulas**: These are gentler on lifted lashes and easier to remove without excessive rubbing. Look for mascaras labeled "tubing" or "smudge-proof" which create a coating that slides off with warm water. **Avoid Oil-Based**: Oil can break down the lift over time, causing your curl to relax prematurely. Check ingredients lists for mineral oil, coconut oil, or castor oil in the first five ingredients. **Lengthening vs. Volumizing**: Since your lashes are already curled, lengthening formulas often work better than volumizing ones, which can add weight and potentially pull down the lift. ### Application Technique Apply mascara to the mid-length and tips of your lashes rather than coating from the very base. This preserves the lift at the root while adding definition to the visible portion. One coat is typically sufficient—over-application adds unnecessary weight.

Many clients discover they don't need daily mascara after getting a lash lift, especially when combined with tinting. The lifted curve opens up the eye area significantly, while tinting adds depth and definition that mimics the effect of mascara. **Save mascara for special occasions**: You might choose to wear it for evening events or photography when you want extra drama, but skip it for everyday activities. **Consider adding tinting**: If you're getting a lash lift specifically to reduce your makeup routine, adding tinting to your treatment (an extra £15 and 15 minutes) maximizes the low-maintenance benefit.

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