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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lucy Smith

HISTORICAL FACTS: Expert warns not to use these two cleansing bestsellers after a lash lift | History Defined

A handful of industry favourites landed a spot on our expert's no-go list - (iStock/The Independent)

Nothing quite compares to the feeling of a fresh lash lift. You look (and feel) bright eyed, and your make-up appears half way there before you’ve even had your morning coffee. Typically, a lash lift will last between six and eight weeks but, something you might not know, is that every product you apply – from your cleanser to your mascara – has an effect on its longevity.

If you’ve never had a lash lift – also known as LVL (length, volume and lift) – the process involves pushing the eyelashes up and around a silicone shield before applying a lifting balm which breaks down the structure of the hair. After this, a fixing solution is used to set the lashes and, often, a tint is also applied for a bolder finish.

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