Lash lift vs lash extensions
kruLA ((949) 883-8301) in Century City does lash lift for $110. Rated 5.0 from 34 reviews on Google. Studio 12, Sola Salon Studios: book online.
A lash lift lifts and curls the lashes you already have; lash extensions add lashes on top of them.
Lash lift
Lash extensions
Not offered at kruLA
| Lash lift | Lash extensions | |
|---|---|---|
| What it does | Lifts and curls your own lashes from the root; a custom tint adds definition | Bonds added lashes to your own lashes, one by one |
| Look | Natural, low-maintenance, no mascara needed | Added length and volume |
| Adhesive | A lift glue holds the lashes on the rod during the visit; nothing stays on them | Yes, each extension is glued to a natural lash |
| Upkeep | Repeat the lift at your own pace | Fill appointments as your own lashes shed |
| At kruLA | $110, 1 h | Not offered at kruLA |
What clients say
I had a great experience with this salon! My hair was very puffy before the treatment and it became so beautiful after! I’m very happy with the results. Elena is also very kind and her service is incredible. I also got lashes laminated which also had very beautiful results. …
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I’ve been going to Lena for over a year now. … I really like the fact that I can save time and get couple of different procedures at the same location, at a good price + get amazing results in the end
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… I did the nanoplasty treatment and the results were silky smooth hair. My goal was to get rid of my frizziness and it did just that. …
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About this comparison
A lash lift lifts and curls the lashes you already have; lash extensions add lashes on top of them. kruLA offers the keratin lash lift, $110 with a custom tint and 1 h, and does not offer lash extensions.
Below are the pros, the cons and the damage question for each.
The full comparison
Lash lift vs lash extensions: which is better?
A lash lift is better if you want your own lashes to look longer, curled and darker with little upkeep; extensions are better if you want dramatic length or density.
The lift works with the lashes you have and ends with a tint, so there is nothing to brush, fill or remove. The combo with brow lamination is $180 and takes 2 h.
What are the pros and cons of a lash lift?
The pros are a natural curl, nothing glued on afterwards and no fills; the cons are that it cannot add length or volume beyond your own lashes.
The lift suits a mascara-free routine. If your lashes are very short or sparse, the effect is limited by what is there.
Does a lash lift or lash extensions damage your lashes?
Either one can damage lashes when it is done badly: a lift can irritate the eye or leave lashes dry if the solution is left on too long, and extensions can strain the natural lashes if they are too heavy or put on wrongly.
The way to lower the risk with a lift is a trained specialist and a clear conversation about your eyes before the service. Tell the specialist about any irritation or sensitivity you have had.
Can I add brows to a lash lift?
Yes: add brow lamination and the Ultimate Lash & Brow Glow-Up combo is $180 for 2 h.
See brow lamination for the brow side of the combo.
Lash lift vs lash extensions FAQ
Lift or extensions
Lash lift vs lash extensions: which is better for natural-looking lashes?
kruLA ((949) 883-8301) in Century City does a keratin lash lift with custom tint for $110 and does not offer extensions. For natural-looking lashes the lift curls and darkens your own; extensions add length or density.
Is lash lift better than extensions?
Better for a natural, low-upkeep look: a lash lift works with your own lashes and ends with a tint. Extensions are better for dramatic length or density.
Is lash lift safer than lash extensions?
Either can irritate or strain lashes when done badly. A lift calls for a trained specialist, and a patch test is worth asking about; extensions strain natural lashes if they are too heavy.
What is safer, eyelash extensions or lash lift?
Neither carries zero risk: a lift can irritate the eye if the solution is left on too long, and extensions can strain natural lashes if they are heavy. Safety rests on the specialist and a clear talk about your eyes beforehand.
Which is more damaging, lash lift or lash extensions?
Either can damage lashes when done badly: a lift can leave lashes dry if the solution is left on too long, and extensions can strain them. Ask your specialist about your lashes first.
Which is right for me lash lift or lash extensions?
A lift if you want your own lashes curled and darker with little upkeep; extensions if you want length or density. kruLA offers the lift, $110 with tint. Add brow lamination and it is the Glow-Up combo, $180.
Do lash lifts or lash extensions damage your eyelashes?
Either can, when done badly. A trained specialist and a clear conversation about your eyes lower the risk of both.
Do lash lifts and tints damage eyelashes which is safer than extensions?
Neither carries zero risk. The way to lower the risk with a lift is a trained specialist and a clear conversation about your eyes before the visit.
What is the difference between a lash lift and lash extensions?
A lash lift lifts and curls the lashes you already have; lash extensions add lashes on top of them. kruLA offers the lift, $110, and not extensions. The lift needs no fills or removal.
What's the difference between classic hybrid and volume lashes?
They are extension styles: classic is one extension per natural lash, hybrid mixes classic and volume, and volume uses several fine extensions per lash. kruLA does not offer extensions; its lift is $110. The lash lift at kruLA is $110.
What to avoid after a lash lift or lash extensions?
Follow the aftercare sheet your specialist gives you; the lift and extensions have different rules, and extensions are not a kruLA service. For the lift, keep water and steam away at first and ask the specialist.
How do I care for lash extensions?
Ask the artist who put them on; extensions are not a kruLA service. kruLA's keratin lash lift needs no filling or removal. The lift is $110.
Can I swim work out or shower with lash extensions?
Ask your extension artist, since care rules vary by adhesive. kruLA does not offer extensions; for a lift, ask your specialist about water in the first days. Follow the sheet your specialist gives you after a lift.
Can I wear mascara with extensions?
Ask your extension artist about mascara with extensions. With a lift, many people skip mascara; ask the specialist when it is fine.
Will lash extensions damage my natural lashes?
They can if they are too heavy or put on wrongly, so the artist and the weight matter. kruLA does not offer extensions; the lift works on your own lashes. A keratin lash lift at kruLA is $110.
Can I get a lash lift with lash extensions on?
Ask your extension artist first, since the lift works on natural lashes. kruLA does not offer extensions; its lift is $110 with tint. The lift is $110.
Can I add brows to a lash lift?
Yes: add brow lamination and the Ultimate Lash & Brow Glow-Up is $180 for 2 h. Each is also bookable alone.