Gongdeok lash salon: 2-month lash lift I sent 3 friends to, Iyo Shop

Gongdeok Station lash lift: why do I keep going back?

Once you start getting lash lifts, they're surprisingly hard to give up. You don't have to curl your lashes with a curler every morning, and your eyes look defined without heavy mascara, so it's especially satisfying if you keep your makeup simple.

I first ended up at Iyo Shop (이요샵) while looking for a place near Gongdeok Station to get a lash lift. I liked it, so I went back, and before I knew it I'd been many times. I introduced it to my friends too, and all three of them now go to Iyo Shop.

This time I got a chance to visit on a sponsored treatment. I'd been happy since my first visit, so I was looking forward to it. I'll go through what I've felt from visiting on my own, how long a lash lift lasts, how to care for it, and how long the treatment takes. If you're looking for a lash lift near Gongdeok Station, especially a place that's easy on the wallet but still comfortable, have a look.

Iyo Shop location, hours and parking

Iyo Shop is at 143 Mapo-daero, Room 211, 2nd floor, Mapo-gu, Seoul, on the 2nd floor of the Olive Young building, a 5-minute walk from Exit 3 of Gongdeok Station. Hours are 08:00–21:00 on weekdays, 09:00–21:00 on Saturdays and 09:00–16:00 on Sundays, and you book through Naver Booking. Parking is free for 2 hours.

An honest review: paid for it myself, then sent 3 friends

I first visited Iyo Shop while looking for a place to get a lash lift with my own money. It wasn't a sponsored or free visit at the start; I paid for the treatment myself and kept coming back, which makes it mean more to me.

This time I came on a sponsored treatment, but I'd already visited many times and liked it enough to recommend it to my friends. If you live in Gongdeok and want a lash salon you can keep going to, a repeat-visit story like this is worth considering, right?

What I liked most: the before and after

A lash lift isn't a dramatic treatment that completely changes your eyes; it's closer to tidying up your look using the lashes you already have. But once the curl comes up naturally, your eyes look clearly more defined, and they look neat even without heavy makeup.

It also cuts out the morning routine of the curler and mascara, which is really handy on busy days. Even with just light base makeup your eyes look put together, so I think it suits anyone who likes a natural look.

Another reason I keep going: hygiene and the treatment itself

Since lash treatments happen right next to your eyes, hygiene matters, doesn't it? Iyo Shop is kept clean overall, so I could relax during the treatment. The owner-technician is also very gentle with her hands, so there was little discomfort around my eyes.

How long does a Gongdeok Station lash lift take?

Plan on about an hour for a lash lift at Iyo Shop. It's a one-person shop, so instead of bumping into other customers, you get treated in a calm atmosphere, which I personally liked. The lift is done lying down, so after an hour of resting comfortably it's suddenly over.

It's a good idea to leave some breathing room in your schedule before you go. Treatment time can vary with your lash condition and design, so check the exact time when you book. If you're searching for lash salons in Mapo or Gongdeok and care about a hygienic environment, delicate work and a comfortable mood, these are worth checking in person.

There was a subtle solid diffuser hanging by my head. I was touched by how detailed they were about helping me relax during the treatment!

How often should you get a lash lift, and how long does it last?

In my experience, the lash lift from Iyo Shop lasted about two months without any special care. Before getting one, how long it lasts was what I wondered about most, since how long a pretty curl holds decides when you go back.

Of course it doesn't last the same for everyone; it seems to depend on your usual lash condition, how fast your lashes grow and your lash turnover cycle. Lashes keep repeating a process where old ones fall out and new ones grow in, so over time the shape of the curl changes little by little. Lashes that were neatly lifted at first can look like the curl has relaxed as new ones come in.

So rather than fixing a set number of weeks, it's better to decide based on the current condition of your lashes. In my case, after about two months I felt it was time for another treatment.

Lash lift aftercare: when can you wash your face?

Iyo Shop told me not to wash my face for about 5 hours after the lash lift! Right after the treatment I tried to put off washing as long as possible. They say it's best to follow the time the salon gives you rather than washing right away. Guidance may differ depending on the product, so checking the aftercare instructions is the most accurate, right?

• Don't wash your face for about 5 hours after the treatment
• Avoid staying long in high-heat places like saunas for about a week
• Don't rub hard around your eyes or pull on your lashes right after the treatment

Other than that, I didn't apply anything special or do any intensive care. You can wear makeup as usual after a lash lift, but right after the treatment it's best to avoid rubbing around your eyes hard or pulling on your lashes. I also didn't need to use a curler repeatedly.

Value for money near Gongdeok Station: Iyo Shop prices

Iyo Shop's prices are reasonable, so it was easy to go for regular maintenance. Since a lash lift is something you keep getting, price, how long it lasts and access all matter, don't they?

Iyo Shop is walkable from Gongdeok Station and has parking, which was convenient. I think it's also a decent option if you're looking for a lash lift near Gongdeok Station or lash extensions in Mapo.

I prefer a natural style that brings out the curl of my existing lashes rather than adding full extensions. The biggest charm of a lash lift, I think, is that your eyes look defined without heavy eye makeup. If you're looking for paid-with-my-own-money lash lift reviews in Gongdeok, compare not just the price but also satisfaction with the result, how long it lasts and access. If the price is reasonable and the result satisfying, it's a good place to keep visiting, right?

Who is the Iyo Shop lash lift for?

I'd recommend the Iyo Shop lash lift to anyone who wants a natural eye look. A lash lift seems to be the kind of treatment where you find a place you like and keep going. I paid myself and visited many times, and I'm happy enough to have introduced three friends.

I especially liked the clean hygiene, the delicate work, the calm one-person-shop atmosphere, the natural curl and the reasonable price. For me it lasted about two months. Cutting down the time you spend with a curler every morning is a big plus of a lash lift too, right? Try a Gongdeok Station lash lift at Iyo Shop.