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- Times
Six hot new lash treatments for summer 2025
When it comes to our lashes we've come a long way from just swiping on a bit of mascara. In recent years the fake look has become big business — although, happily, the current trend is more about low-maintenance effortlessness. On TikTok the masses go mad for lash growth serums: Glow For It made six figures in just 12 hours from a live shopping stream in April, while according to UKLash one of its lash serums is sold every 20 seconds globally. Lash lifts and extensions are also on the rise. The beauty app Secret Spa reports 60 per cent faster growth in lash treatments than any other category, including mani-pedis and waxing, while the UK trade body the Guild of Beauty Therapists says lash treatments are now the most popular salon services, with roughly 129,000 carried out a week. Lash extensions have come a long way from the 2010s (think Russian mink lashes, as seen on the cast of Geordie Shore). 'Lash technology and artistry have evolved. These days they're soft, subtle and undetectable, thanks to ultra-fine fibres that mimic the texture and movement of natural lashes,' says Asma Docrat, a celebrity lash artist whose clients include Mandy Moore and Lily Allen. 'By fully customising the length, curl, colour and weight of your lash extensions, they can look like your own, but on a really good day.' Whatever your vibe, there's a lash look for that. • Read more beauty product reviews and advice from our experts Slightly bolder and more glamorous, volume lashes will give you a seriously impactful flutter. 'Multiple lashes, or a cluster, are applied per natural lash to create more volume,' Docrat says. They look fluffier and fuller, but if you can't quite commit to drama, you can also get hybrid lashes. 'These are a mix of classic and volume for a more wispy effect,' she says. 'For the best results — and this goes for any type of lash extension — avoid caffeine before your appointment as it can make your eyes flutter, making precision work trickier.' Expect to pay £80-150 for a full set, and £60-80 for infills, which are needed every two to three weeks, depending on how well you take care of them. 'Avoid oil-based skincare,' Docrat says. 'Use lash-safe foaming cleansers to remove make-up around the eyes, and never use cotton wool pads.' Gently combing them through daily with a clean spoolie and sleeping on a silk pillowcase are also on her list of do's. • The best luxury lash serums Lynk-Gel lashes are the longest-lasting extensions, with only a handful of lash artists in the UK trained and certified by the company behind the process, Illumino. 'This clever new technique uses a safe, focused LED light to instantly 'cure' a gel-based adhesive, creating a bond between the extension and your natural lash that's as strong as it is flexible,' says Camilla Kirk-Reynolds, the A-list lash artist whose clientele include Naomi Campbell and Angelina Jolie. According to Kirk-Reynolds they can last for up to eight weeks (that explains the heftier price tag, usually sitting somewhere between £300 and £600 for a full set), plus there's no downtime — so you can jump in the shower or pool or wash your face straight away without a second thought. As with many beauty innovations, the Koreans are one step ahead. 'Instead of glueing lashes on to a curling shield [as for a traditional lash lift], the Korean method uses a healthier, lash-softening cysteamine-based paste,' explains Haya Alhoush, a British-based Korean lash lift educator. 'A two-step shield system creates the most natural and smooth curl. First, a flat shield softens the lashes, then a curved one perfects and sets the curl.' Lasting about eight weeks, it makes mascara redundant. The no-mascara make-up trend has been making the rounds, thanks to the cool girls of Instagram (hello, Hailey Bieber). Coloured lashes such as brown extensions add subtle length and volume without the starkness of black. 'They're softer, work for most skin tones and are undetectable but still make you look polished,' Docrat says. The barefaced aesthetic usually goes hand in hand with a great skincare routine, but Docrat recommends skipping eye creams, which can migrate to the lash line and affect your faux lashes' longevity. Like classic lashes, these cost anywhere between £100 and £200 for a full set, and should last up to three weeks. • This article contains affiliate links that can earn us revenue The trendy lot on TikTok and Instagram are getting 'anime lashes' that take their cue from manga characters. Think spiky, doll-like lashes that make eyes appear brighter and doe-eyed. 'Anime lashes use a variety of length and dimensions, with spaced-out, longer individual spikes that stand out among shorter, wispier lashes,' says the LA-based lash artist Alanah Sahaba, who counts Megan Thee Stallion as a client. 'To balance the look, you can also add bottom lashes, which makes eyes look wider.' A word of warning, though: 'You might be in the chair for up to three hours, as anime lashes are more intricate and detailed, so have your favourite podcast downloaded!' A full custom set will typically set you back anywhere from £100 to £200, and they should last three to four weeks before needing infills or removal. A slick of mascara is like a shot of espresso for the face: it instantly brightens and makes your make-up look, well, better. Imagine that — glossy, defined and sleek lashes — but without the effort of actually applying mascara every morning. 'Unlike classic lashes, which are designed to be softer and mimic individual natural hairs, wet-look lashes have a more dramatic, glossy finish and are usually spiked to perfectly mimic the look of freshly applied mascara,' Docrat says. The technique involves applying closed fans of multiple extensions to each natural lash. This creates those distinct, slightly clumped, high-shine spikes that give the illusion of lashes that are perpetually hydrated and freshly coated. As for volume lashes, expect to be in the chair for up to two hours. • Hello dollface: the 'glass skin' trend that's everywhere £38, looking sparse and thin and feeling brittle? This strengthening and lengthening serum will nourish lashes between treatments, but it's also great for anyone struggling with eyelash loss. It's so good, in fact, that users claim to see results in just four weeks. £18, scrap of oil, make-up, dust and dirt is removed with this gentle foaming cleanser that's packed with prebiotics to help keep bacteria at bay. Simply pump the foam on to the back of your hand, swirl through the cleansing brush, which is designed to get in between every lash, and softly massage into your lashes, brushing away from the root, before removing with a damp cotton pad. £2, from your fingers can break down the lash adhesive,' says Docrat, who recommends using a spoolie to comb through instead. This reusable one has supersoft bristles and comes with a lid to keep the brush dust-free. £66, with delicate lash extensions in mind, this celebrity fave, pure mulberry silk sleep mask has a contour on the inside for crease-free lashes while you snooze.@chanelleho The Sunday Times Style Beauty awards are back for 2025. You could win a luxury five-star holiday at Sani Resort in Greece, plus we have more than £25,000 worth of beauty prizes up for grabs. To be entered into the prize draw, vote for your favourite products at
Daily Mirror
24-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
L'Oreal Paris shampoo and serum set for hair thinning and loss now under £15
Shoppers are raving about the 'remarkable' results in just a few weeks of using the set For those who have started to notice hair looking thinner or small patches appearing where the hair isn't as dense as it used to be, so are many. Hair thinning is incredibly common and can be triggered by everything from age to stress and fatigue, as well as daily styling damage. The good news is, there's a proven and super affordable way to tackle these issues from L'Oreal Paris, and right now, it has over 50% off on Amazon. The ELVIVE Growth Booster Shampoo & Scalp Serum Set is currently on offer for just £14.14, down from £29.98. That's a generous saving of £15.84 and 53% off the clinically proven anti-hair loss treatment. Currently, the set can also be found at Boots, but this price hasn't been reduced and is still showing for £30. This two-step haircare set is part of the ELVIVE Growth Booster range, which was initially created to combat hair thinning and breakage, revealing healthier-looking hair in as little as 12 weeks. HASK Beauty recently launched its Repair Series, which features five hero products to help and repair damaged, dull hair. Anyone seeking longer and healthier lashes can find the TikTok viral Glow For It serum at Boots for £30. The secret of this haircare set lies in its powerful blend of Aminexil, Niacinamide, and Ginger Extract. These ingredients help to reinforce hair fibres, strengthen strands from root to tip, and prolong the hair's life cycle, which are all crucial for encouraging thicker-looking locks. While it's not designed for long-term or chronic hair loss, it's ideal for anyone noticing early signs of hair thinning or receding areas. Shoppers at Boots have praised the results. One shopper wrote: "I've always used Elvive products, but recently, due to age and medications, my hair loss has been a worry. After using this for just over a week, the difference was remarkable, and already I have less hair loss, and it feels thicker." A second person raved: "I have been using this serum for two weeks and have already noticed a difference in my hair. It now appears thicker and glossier. The serum is very light, easy to apply and leaves no sticky residue. Also, after styling my hair, it holds the style longer without using excess hairspray." In a third review, one happy buyer shared: "It's making a difference, my hair is definitely thicker." However, one shopper noted: "I can't see any change after using for a month." Online, it is advised that most customers notice a change after using it for at least 12 weeks. Right now, with 53% off, there's never been a better time to give this haircare set from L'Oreal Paris a try.
Metro
21-04-2025
- Health
- Metro
'I tried TikTok's cult lash growth serum and here's my honest thoughts'
SHOPPING – Contains affiliated content. Products featured in this Metro article are selected by our shopping writers. If you make a purchase using links on this page, will earn an affiliate commission. Click here for more information. It goes without saying, most women strive for naturally long, perfectly curved, eyelashes. At least, it's my beauty goal. Ever since I was a teenager, and started wearing mascara, I have been fascinated by the length and volume of people's eyelashes. Some of my best friends have the perfect flutter, and I am in awe. I have tried numerous lash growth serums over the years in a bid to achieve long lashes, especially as I have sworn off lash extensions and falsies, simply because I don't have the time, patience, or steady hand to perfect them. While lash serums may not be an instant solution to get long, voluminous lashes, it's a step in the right direction and a long-lasting alternative to glue-on falsies. One of my go-to lash growth serums is Glow For It's Lash Growth Serum, which I have been using for a few years now. Turns out I'm not the only one, as it is reportedly the number one bestselling product on TikTok, and a viral sensation that has amassed almost 70 million impressions on the social media platform, according to the brand. Not only is it a hit on TikTok, but there has been an increase in searches for the product too – 13,000 Google searches per month to be exact. Just to hone the point the Lash Growth Serum is a must, over 250,000 units have been sold, the brand representative told us. Safe to say, it's a hit. This multi-peptide serum has been formulated with natural ingredients to boost the lash growth and strength after numerous uses. Formulated with sodium hyaluronate, panthenol, biotin, peptides, zinc chloride, as well as camellia sinensis, clover flower, green tea, and chamomile extract, to stimulate healthy lash growth. Simply sweep over your lash line on clean lids. Clinically tested. BUY NOW FOR £30 Glow For It's Lash Growth Serum is a UK brand with female founder Daisy Kelly at the helm. The serum is a vegan, cruelty free and B-corp certified brand that uses natural ingredients to create an effective lash growth serum that is gentle on the delicate eye area. Formulated with biotin and peptides, which stimulate hair growth, as well as strengthen the hair. This blend is combined with sodium hyaluronate that works to hydrate the surrounding tissue to support healthy hair growth, as well as panthenol, which also functions to improve moisture retention, the hair texture and elasticity. While zinc chloride, camellia sinensis, clover flower, green tea and chamomile extract also boost the hair growth, and nourish the area. The key factor in the ingredients list is this peptide-powered serum does not include prostaglandin analogues, which can cause orbital fat loss around the eye, hyperpigmentation and discolouration. Prior to using Glow For It, I wouldn't have noticed this, but actually the effect of prostaglandin is quite obvious when you know what to look for. This serum never left my eyelids looking red, or purple, or more tired than they already are. When I used other lash serums I noticed red rings on my lids, but thought nothing of it. However, it wasn't until I swapped those former serums for Glow For It's creation I realised the impact of a prostaglandin-free creation. What I also love about this serum is it is lightweight on my lashes, doesn't cause irritation, and contributed to significant lash growth, which is what we yearn for after all. Lash serums not only work to stimulate healthy hair growth, and a gentle environment around the lashes to support that growth, but it works to keep the eyelash hairs in the growth phase for longer. Of course, everyone has a different hair growth cycle, or may start using their Lash Growth Serum at a different time in the hair growth serum, which can impact when you start noticing a longer flutter. For me, I noticed my lashes appeared fuller and started to grow longer than the 1cm stub, within a fortnight after nightly use. Glow For It's serum is easy to use, simply sweep along the lash line – just make sure your eyelashes are clean and free from any eye make-up products. I typically apply at night before I go to bed, so I have eight hours (she says) to let this magic solution work its wonders. More Trending I first started to use the serum every night, and when I noticed a difference I will continue to use it, but maybe every other evening. However, this is down to each individual, and their desired look. What I also noticed was a little goes a long way, and the tube can last me for months, even after regular use. When I did need a top up I thought the £29.99 price tag was a reasonable sum to pay, especially in comparison to more expensive alternatives. I always think it's a positive sign when a brand offers a money back guarantee, which Glow For It does. If you are dissatisfied with the product you can return it, but from my experience with Glow For It, as well as other companies that offer a money back guarantee, they know their product is good enough you will never need to call to go through this process. I may be a fan, as well as the millions of TikTok users, but in case you need extra convincing, Glow For It's Lash Serum has also racked up an impressive 1,349 glowing reviews from shoppers too. 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