Has anyone had LVL lash treatment?

[Esker]

Saw an article about minimal make up recently in Grazia and this treatment was mentioned. I am interested as (a) my lashes are a bit crap (b) I am clumsy at applying mascara and always manage to screw it up.

Does anyone have any answers to the following:
Does it last long?
Were you happy with the results?
Do you think it's safe? (I do feel a bit nervy about the idea of chemicals near my eyes)
Any recommendations for a salon to have it done in central / north London?

Yes I have had it done several times, loved it. No problems with it. No need for mascara as it comes with a tint but I did use it for nights out.

Yes it's great I love it, the lift lasts for up to 6 weeks and the tint I think up to 4, they look amazing after, you won't need to bother with mascara but if you go on a night out put some on they look amazing

If you have long lashes, you will see a difference. Mine are medium length. It was a complete waste of money.

Yes, and I really like it. It lasts for about 6 to 8 weeks on me. I usually fall asleep during the appointment, so I can’t say it’s even in the least bit uncomfortable!

Thanks all for your replies! I guess I will give it a go. My lashes are not especially long, I'd say medium, but on balance I think it's worth it to try it out. Thank you!

No pain, but my eyes water for about five minutes afterwards, and I just have to let them do it.

I had mine done a couple of days ago and went for the blue-Black tint (the darkest they could do). I LOVE my new lashes! Makes such a difference to my whole face but it’s really subtle unless you know what you’re looking for.

hmmm so tempted to try this too, I find mine don't stay curled for very long with the curlers.

Been thinking about this too. I have pale eyelashes & use eyelash curlers plus Dior mascara to make them even noticeable.

Could anyone give me an idea of prices?

I have them done (I pay about £45 iirc) mainly for the lift, but I still need to use mascara - just not as much. I have v v long lashes and think it's probably more suitable for people who don't as they'll see a bigger difference. I keep having them done but every time am a bit disappointed that although they look great initially, the next day they seem to go back to normal just with more of a lift!

It was £50 at the salon I went to in NW London, but have a look on Treatwell for an idea of prices near you.

Ah I'd love this but unfortunately I'm allergic to dyes so I'd swell up like a puffer fish. Have a patch test first I'd reccomend. They did one on the crease of my arm and it went bad really fast so glad I didn't have it on my face 🙈

Its ok, but not great if you want a glamour effect in my opinion. I have long lashes but didn't really think it was worth it. Had individual false lashes put on at Christmas and they looked amazing, but were more expensive.

It depends on your lashes before hand, my friend thought it was an utter waste of money whilst mine are still going strong nearly 6 weeks later. Definitely having it done again.

I have this done. My lashes are horrible and stubby and LVL is fantastic. It makes them lovely and curly and look much longer. I still wear mascara though even with the tint as I like to have really dark thick lashes. I have it done every 8 weeks and it's one of those treatments that improves as time goes on.

Pointless for me as I oil cleanse (which damages LVL). I find I get just as good effects with a good eyelash curler and waterproof mascara.

It’s not really worth the money for me- my lashes are reasonably long but pale at the ends and very straight. Try as she might she can’t get them in a decent curl. It’s a bit better than eyelash curlers for a couple of weeks and the tint is good but it’s not worth four times the price of a tint for me.

WrenDouglas would you mind saying which salon you used? I'm also in NW London.

It seems reviews are mixed, but I think it's worth trying out in case I have cooperative lashes!

Had mine done December 1st and just this week need them again. Lasted 7-8 weeks. I've short, fair and very fine lashes. Without makeup I look like I have no lashes. I found with the LVL treatment my lashes were much more noticeable. The dye doesn't last that well on me, but no dye makes much difference to my lashes, so I use mascara. It really does 'open' my eye area. I had eyelash extensions many times, but they eventually totally buggered my already weak lashes. And the maintenance, oh the maintenance! of extensions wore me out.

Hi Esker I used Glow West in the Queens Park/Kilburn area

I loved it when I had them done. Lasted about 5 weeks. I might treat myself next month if I make some money

I had it done before Christmas as well as HD brows. It really didn't make much difference, they were a bit more noticeable but not £60 worth. If I found somewhere that did them for around £40 I might reconsider.

Well worth the money & last around 7 or 8 weeks on me. The cost locally is around the £45 mark.

Look for other brands though as well - LVL though excellent is pricey. some alternatives come in much cheaper at around £30 have good results too (5-6 weeks for me)

Thanks Wren!