A lash lift and brow lamination use the same chemistry on different hair: a lotion softens the hair, it is set in a new direction, and a second lotion fixes it. A lift curls your lashes upward; lamination brushes your brow hairs up and into place for a fuller, groomed shape. Both are semi-permanent (lifts about 6 to 8 weeks, brows about 4 to 8), need no daily upkeep, and are often booked together.
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If you have looked at a salon menu recently, you have probably seen the two listed side by side, often as a package. They are close cousins. Of the 8,076 salons in our directory that list a lash lift, the menu text we quote mentions brow lamination at 2,172 of them, and the real number is higher since we only capture a snippet. This guide covers what each treatment does, where they differ and whether to combine them.
What do they have in common?
Both are perm-style treatments. A lifting lotion loosens the bonds that give each hair its shape, the hair is held in the position you want, and a setting lotion re-forms the bonds there. The hair keeps the new shape until it sheds and regrows. Neither adds anything to you: no extensions, no fibres, no microblading. Both are usually offered with a tint, and both ask you to keep the area dry for the first 24 to 48 hours.
What does a lash lift do?
A lash lift curls your natural lashes upward from the root over a silicone shield, so they look longer and your eyes look more open. It replaces a lash curler and, for many people, most of their mascara. The result lasts about 6 to 8 weeks. The full process is in what is a lash lift.
What does brow lamination do?
Brow lamination takes unruly, flat or downward-growing brow hairs and sets them brushed upward and outward. The effect is a fuller, fluffier brow with a defined shape, the look often described as “soap brows” but without having to style it every morning. It covers small gaps by redirecting hair across them and makes thin brows look thicker. A tint is often added to darken the hairs, and the appointment usually ends with shaping by wax or tweezer. Results last about 4 to 8 weeks.
How do they compare?
| Lash lift | Brow lamination | |
|---|---|---|
| Treats | Upper eyelashes | Eyebrow hairs |
| Result | Curled, lifted lashes | Brushed-up, fuller, shaped brows |
| Appointment | 45–60 minutes | 45–60 minutes |
| Lasts | About 6–8 weeks | About 4–8 weeks |
| Common add-on | Lash tint | Brow tint, shaping |
| Dry period | 24–48 hours | 24–48 hours |
| Daily upkeep | None | A quick brush upward; some people use a clear gel |
| Median menu price | $85 (based on 3,156 salon menus) | Not tracked in our data |
Should you book them together?
If you want both, yes. The processing times overlap, so a combined appointment is only a little longer than one treatment alone, and salons usually price the package below the two separately. The technician works on the brows while the lash lotions are developing, with your eyes closed throughout.
Two cautions. First, two chemical treatments around the eyes in one sitting means more product and more chances for irritation, so a patch test matters more, and if you have reacted to either before, do them on separate days. Second, if it is your first time with either treatment, consider trying one first so you know how your skin and hair respond. See lash lift risks for who should wait.
What do they cost?
The median lash lift on salon menus in our directory is $85, with most salons between $70 and $100 (based on 3,156 salon menus). We don’t track brow lamination prices, but salons that list both commonly price lamination close to their lash lift, and a lash lift plus brow lamination package somewhat below the sum of the two. Prices vary a lot by city; our lash lift cost guide has a state-by-state table.
Is the aftercare the same?
Nearly. For both: keep the area dry for 24 to 48 hours, avoid steam, sweat and swimming, skip oil-based products and don’t rub. The differences are small. Brows are washed and touched far more than lashes, so lamination tends to soften sooner, and brushing them upward each morning keeps the shape. Lifted lashes need nothing beyond a daily brush with a spoolie. Full routine in lash lift aftercare.
Who suits which?
- Lash lift: straight or downward-pointing lashes of a decent length; anyone who wants to drop the curler and wear less mascara.
- Brow lamination: unruly or flat brows, brows with small gaps, or anyone who wants the brushed-up look without daily styling. Very sparse brows gain less, since there is less hair to redirect.
- Both: people who want a low-maintenance, done-but-natural look that lasts most of two months.
To find salons that list lash lifts on their own menus, many of which also offer brow lamination, search near you or browse by state.
Frequently asked questions
Can you get a lash lift and brow lamination on the same day?
Yes, and many salons sell them as a package. The processing steps run side by side, so the combined appointment is usually about 75 to 90 minutes.
How long does brow lamination last?
Typically 4 to 8 weeks, a little shorter than a lash lift for most people, because brow hair cycles faster and brows are touched and washed more.
Is brow lamination bad for your eyebrows?
Done correctly and not too often, it should not be. The same cautions apply as for a lash lift: over-processing and repeating too soon can leave hair dry and brittle.
Which lasts longer, a lash lift or brow lamination?
A lash lift usually lasts slightly longer, about 6 to 8 weeks against 4 to 8 for brows.
Related guides
What Is a Lash Lift?
The treatment explained: how it works, who it suits and what to ask before booking.7 min readLash Lift and Tint: What It Is and How It Works
What the tint adds to a lift, how the appointment runs and how long each part lasts.6 min readLash Lift Aftercare: The First 48 Hours and Beyond
What to avoid for the first two days and how to keep the curl longer.5 min readThis guide is general information, not medical advice. If you have an eye condition, allergies or sensitive skin, speak to a doctor or a licensed lash technician before any lash treatment.