Lash Lift vs Lash Extensions:
Which One Is Right for You?
A lash lift curls and lifts your own natural lashes, while lash extensions add length and fullness. I’m Julia, a lash artist in Vancouver, WA, and the question I hear most often before a first visit is simple: which one is right for me?
Below I compare both by look, time and price. The quick table shows the main differences, and the details follow it. You can also see my lash lift and tint in Vancouver, WA on one page.
When you are ready to plan your budget, see all my service prices or my guide to lash extension prices in Vancouver, WA.
| Option | Look | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lash Lift | Your own lashes, curled and lifted from the root | Lasts 6 to 8 weeks | $80 |
| Lash Lift + Tint | Curled lashes with added color and depth | About 45 minutes | $95 |
| Lash Extensions | Added length and fullness | Refill every 2 to 3 weeks | From $110 |
Lash Lift: What You Get
A lash lift curls and lifts your natural lashes from the root, so your eyes look more open. A lash tint adds color and depth, so you do not need mascara. It works only on your own lashes, so no extensions are used.
A lash lift is $80, a lash tint is $15, and both together are $95. See my lash lift and tint in Vancouver, WA page for more details.
A lift and tint visit takes about 45 minutes.
What Lash Extensions Do
Lash extensions add length and fullness to your natural lashes. I design each set around your eye shape and natural lashes, from natural classic to fuller hybrid, wispy and volume styles.
Natural Classic starts at $110, Soft Hybrid and Wispy are $155, and Glam Volume is $185. A hybrid or wispy set takes about 2 hours.
Extensions need a refill every 2 to 3 weeks. Read my guide to how long lash extensions last.
Which One Should You Choose?
Choose a lash lift if you want your own natural lashes with a curled, open look and no mascara.
Choose extensions if you want more length and fullness. Not sure which look is right for you? I offer a free consultation, and you can also see my guide to classic vs hybrid vs volume lashes, or check lash extension prices in Vancouver, WA.
Ready to book? You can see all my service prices below, or read more on my lash lift and tint in Vancouver, WA page.
Natural Classic (Full Set)
I place one extension on each natural lash for soft, clean definition you can wear every day.
$110
Soft Hybrid (Full Set)
My most-loved set: soft, fluffy texture and natural fullness — the perfect mix of classic and volume.
