Clients ask us this one constantly — and it makes sense, because both lash tint and lash lift promise to make your lashes more noticeable without mascara or extensions. But they work in completely different ways. At Shapes Glow Studio, we offer both at our Vancouver and Surrey studios, and Sophie can help you decide during your consultation.
What is a Lash Tint?
A lash tint uses a semi-permanent dye applied directly to the lashes to darken them — like a professional mascara that lasts 4–6 weeks. It colours the natural hair from root to tip. Especially transformative for blondes, redheads and anyone with lighter or finer lashes.
Sophie's tip: Lash tinting looks completely natural — people won't know you've had anything done. They'll just notice your eyes look more defined and awake.
What is a Lash Lift?
A lash lift uses a gentle chemical process to permanently curl your natural lashes upward from the root — lasting 6–8 weeks. A lash lift changes the shape of your lashes; a tint changes the colour.
Key Differences
- Lash tint: changes colour, not curl — best for lighter or finer lashes
- Lash lift: changes curl, not colour — best for straight or downward-pointing lashes
- Both together: our most popular option — Lash Lift + Tint for the full transformation
Longevity
- Lash tint: 4–6 weeks
- Lash lift: 6–8 weeks
- Lash Lift + Tint combo: both results simultaneously
Which is Right for You?
Choose a lash tint if your lashes are already a reasonable length but lack dark definition. Choose a lash lift if your lashes are dark but straight or grow downward. Choose the combination if you want to wake up with genuinely noticeable lashes every morning without mascara.
Lash Tint from $40, Lash Lift from $80, Lift + Tint from $95. Available at our Vancouver (Kitsilano) and Surrey studios. Book online or call 604-736-6245.