Since many of you frequently ask me about lash lift and lamination, I’ve finally decided to answer your questions. First of all, I have to tell you that I’m a huge fan of these beauty treatments. When I found out I could now perform them myself at home, I was absolutely thrilled. Today, I’m presenting you with the most interesting lash lift kits available on the market. I have personally tested and reviewed all the kits listed below. In the end, I compared them and ranked them from the best product to, in my opinion, the least interesting kit. If you’re looking for a great kit for at-home lash lift and lamination, I recommend checking out my ranking.
Lash lift and lamination – frequently asked questions
Before I move on to comparing the most interesting lash lift kits, I’d like to answer your most frequently asked questions, as promised. If you have any doubts, I encourage you to check out the answers below.
What is a lash lift?
Lash lift is a beauty treatment which involves using special formulas. Their task is to loosen up the keratin bonds in the lashes, which enables changing the shape of the lashes. This way, the lashes gain the desired curl, making them appear longer and giving the eyes a visul lift.
What is lash lamination?
Lash lamination is usually performed as the last step of the lash lift. Its goal is to moisturize and nourish the lashes, making them flexible, soft, and shiny. Special products containing beneficial nourishing ingredients are used during lamination.
How do I perform the lash lift and lamination?
Contrary to what you might think, performing the lash lift and lamination at home isn’t difficult. Every lash lift kit contains detailed instructions that should be read before starting the process. Generally speaking, the lash lift and lamination process looks like this:
- Remove makeup and clean the lashes
- Select the appropriate silicone rods
- Place the silicone rods on the upper eyelid using glue
- Apply the lash-lifting products in a specific order
- Remove the last product after the recommended time
- Remove the silicone rods and comb through the lashes
How often can I perform lash lift and lamination?
It’s recommended to perform lash lift and lamination no more often than once every 4 weeks. However, keep in mind that the frequency of treatments depends on the specific kit, as the effects of some products can last up to 8 weeks.
Can I apply mascara after lash lift and lamination?
Of course. However, remember to wait about 12 hours after the lash lift treatment.
Do I need to take special care of my lashes after lash lift and lamination?
No, special after care isn’t required. However, it’s best to avoid moisture and heat for the first 24 hours, such as sauna.
What should I consider when choosing my lash lift kit?
It depends on what’s most important to you. If you’re looking for a quick lash lamination, choose a kit that’s easy to use. If you expect professional results, the treatment may take a little longer. In any case, it’s important for the kit to be complete – it should contain all the elements needed for the lash lift.
Which lash lift kit is the best?
The answer to this question can be found later in my post.
Comparison of the best lash lift kits on the market
I hope everything is clear now. So, let’s move on to the ranking. I’m presenting to you the 7 most interesting kits for at-home lash lift and lamination. Each product has its specific pros and cons – I’ve tried to list them in the comparison. However, the final choice is yours.
1. Nanolash Lash Lift Kit
My winner is the complete, professional, and efficient lash lift and lamination kit from Nanolash. It contains 10 x 0.5 ml activator sachets, 10 x 0.5 ml neutralizer sachets, 10 x 0.5 ml keratin booster sachets, 5 ml glue, 3 pairs of silicone rods (three sizes: S, M, L), and 3 lash combs. The kit includes all the necessary elements for the lash lift and lamination. Since the kit contains 10 sachets of each product, you can perform 10 single lash laminations.
A really great feature is the ability to choose the size of the silicone rods. Every woman has a different eye shape and expects a different lash curl – with this kit, you can easily adjust the desired results to suit you. The lash-lifting products are also noteworthy. They are safe for the skin and contain valuable nourishing ingredients (e.g., keratin, silk, olive oil, avocado oil, grape seed oil, panthenol, arginine, lanolin). The lash combs are sturdy and precisely separate the lashes, making the entire lash fan appear thicker.
Performing the lash lift and lamination with the Nanolash Lash Lift Kit is very simple and quick. The products are easy to apply, and the tools make the whole process easier. Even beginners can achieve professional results with this kit.
As for the results, I have to honestly say I fell in love with my natural lashes again! They became curled, maximally long, thicker, and fuller, beautifully enhancing my eyes. I was amazed at how big my eyes appeared.
Additionally, my lashes became more flexible and shiny, which is certainly due to the beneficial nourishing ingredients in the lash-lifting products. I enjoyed perfectly curled lashes for 8 weeks.
2. Thuya Lash Lift Kit
The second option is the effective lash lift and lamination kit from Thuya. It contains 15 ml of permanent gel, 15 ml of neutralizer, 15 ml of glue, silicone rods (one size: M), and a wooden pick. The capacity of each lash lift product is large, so with this kit, you can perform several lash lift treatments. The products have safe formulas that are gentle on the skin and lashes. A downside is that the kit only comes with one size of silicone rods. You’ll have to purchase sizes S and L separately.
However, the Thuya kit contains only the essentials. All the products are necessary if you want to perform the lash lift and lamination yourself. I especially like the versatility of the kit – it works not only for the lash lift but also for brow lamination. This is possible thanks to the formula of the permanent gel, which can tame even the most unruly hairs.
I achieved very nice results with this kit. My natural lashes were beautifully curled and looked longer. The lash fan became fuller, and my gaze more expressive. The lashes also gained shine and softness. Just like with Nanolash, the effects lasted around 8 weeks.
3. RefectoCil Eyelash Lift
The last spot on the podium goes to the RefectoCil lash lift kit. This is also a complete kit that contains 2 tubes of lash lift product, 2 tubes of neutralizer, a lash lift tool, glue, 3 pairs of silicone rods (three sizes: S, M, L), 2 mini bowls, and 2 brushes. It’s great that you can choose from three sizes of silicone rods. Another advantage is the elegant makeup bag that holds all the elements of the kit. As for the mini bowls, honestly, I didn’t use them.
The manufacturer promises a quick lash lift and lamination process (within 13 minutes). I managed to lift and laminate my lashes in 15 minutes, so I can confirm that everything goes quickly. The lash lift products are not only effective but also beneficial as they contain collagen and cysteine. As a result, my natural lashes were not only beautified and curled but also nourished and moisturized. However, the durability of the effects was slightly shorter than with the previous kits – the results faded after about 6 weeks.
4. MIYA LASH Keratin Lash Lift Kit
Just off the podium is the MIYA LASH lash lift and lamination kit. It contains 5 ml of lifting lotion, 5 ml of fixing serum, 7 ml of glue, 5 ml of remover, 5 pairs of silicone rods, and various tools, including brushes, a Y-shaped brush, micro brushes, under-eye patches, lint-free applicators, and a lifting pick.
While the large number of accessories might be considered a big advantage, I have to honestly say I was a bit confused. I didn’t know what each tool was for. In my opinion, they are simply unnecessary. Nevertheless, all the elements are high-quality, which is certainly a plus.
Another advantage is the beautiful design of the lash lift kit. The pastel packaging makes it a great gift idea. As for the effects, I was also quite satisfied. My lashes were beautifully curled, longer, thicker, and shiny. Unfortunately, I have some reservations about the durability of the effects – they only lasted about 6 weeks.
5. Fleeky Lashlift Kit
Another lash lift kit I can recommend is the Fleeky Lashlift Kit. Its biggest advantage is its affordable price, though this is tied to its lower efficiency. The kit specifically contains 2 Lash Lift sachets, glue, 3 pairs of silicone rods (two sizes: S, M), lifting picks, a lash-separating tool, brushes, and lash combs. This kit allows you to perform only 2 single lash lamination treatments. It’s unfortunate that silicone rods in L size are not included.
However, if you’re just starting out with the lash lift and don’t want to spend too much money, this kit might be a good option for beginners. It contains vegan, cruelty-free, and eco-friendly formulas, along with good accessories. Performing the lash lift isn’t difficult and guarantees good results. My lashes were curled, appeared longer and slightly thicker. Additionally, they were well moisturized and flexible. I enjoyed these effects for about 5 weeks.
6. Elleebana Lash Lift
You might be surprised – in sixth place is the popular and professional Elleebana Lash Lift Kit. Why does it rank so low in my comparison? The main reason is its high price, but that’s not all. I’ll gladly explain, but first, let’s go over what’s included in the kit. It contains 15 sachets of activator, 15 sachets of neutralizer, a lash lift tool, glue, remover, silicone rods, brushes, and a metal applicator.
The kit enables 15 single lash laminations as it includes 15 sachets of activator and 15 sachets of neutralizer, although the manufacturer ensures even 60 single lamination treatments. Well, maybe that’s possible if you use one sachet for 4 lash lifts, but who does 4 lash lifts a day at home? Only professional beauticians. In a home environment, it’s impossible.
However, the lash lift and lamination process is quick and straightforward. I was able to do it in about 20 minutes. The results were beautiful and long-lasting. I admired my curled, long, shiny, and thick lashes for about 7 weeks.
7. Protein Reconstruction System Zola
Lastly, I’m reviewing a particularly interesting lash lift kit that I can actually call an innovation. It doesn’t contain silicone rods or any accessories, only 3 products with built-in brushes: Protein Strong Lifting, Protein Fixer, and Protein Care. All three products are used just like mascara, so the lash lamination in this case is really child’s play because every woman knows how to apply mascara to her lashes.
The lash lift with this kit is quick (about 15 minutes). You can easily achieve satisfactory results. The lashes become lifted, curled, and slightly thicker. However, I must emphasize that the results are not as professional as with the other kits included in my ranking. The durability is also somewhat worse. But if you want to enhance your look quickly and easily, you might like this kit.
Comparison of the best lash lift kits – conclusions
My ranking is entirely subjective, so I wouldn’t be surprised if you have different experiences or a different favorite. Nonetheless, I hope my product comparison will be helpful for women who are looking for a good lash lift kit.
To summarize the entire post: My favorite lash lift and lamination kit is undoubtedly the Nanolash Lash Lift Kit. With this product, I achieved excellent and long-lasting results with no effort. I was really impressed with the quality of the products and accessories. Honestly, I can’t find any flaws.
The Thuya lash lift kit was also effective and provided me with lasting results. Unfortunately, I couldn’t choose a different size of silicone rods than M, which annoyed me.
The RefectoCil Eyelash Lift is also a noteworthy product that guarantees good results and is easy to use. However, the downside is that the effects don’t last as long as with Nanolash and Thuya kits.
The same applies to the MIYA LASH Keratin Lash Lift Kit. I also had some trouble with the lash lift because the variety of tools made my head spin.
The Fleeky Lashlift Kit is okay, but not very efficient. I also had concerns about the durability of the results. For beginners, this kit might be suitable, but I’m no longer a beginner.
The Elleebana Lash Lift is truly professional, I can confirm that. It’s so professional that, in my opinion, it’s only suitable for professional beauticians. I can’t afford to use such an expensive product regularly.
As for the Protein Reconstruction System Zola, it’s suitable for people who have no experience with the lash lift and want to laminate their lashes quickly and easily. However, you can’t expect professional and long-lasting results from this kit.
