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Classic vs hybrid vs volume lash extensions: which suits you?
Classic, hybrid or volume lash extensions in Chennai: how each looks, what each costs at our Kilpauk studio and how to choose the right style for you.
Choose classic lash extensions for a natural, defined look, volume for the fullest look, and hybrid for something in between. At Based Aesthetics in Kilpauk, Chennai, classic starts from ₹3,000, hybrid from ₹3,500 and volume from ₹4,000, and every style lasts 3–4 weeks.
So the real choice is the look you want to wake up with. Here is how each style is made, how it looks and how to pick one.
The short difference
All three are extensions attached to your natural lashes. The difference is what goes on each lash.
- Classic: a single extension on each natural lash. The look is clean and defined, and closest to your own lashes.
- Volume: a small fan of very fine extensions on each natural lash. The look is full and soft.
- Hybrid: a mix of classic single extensions and volume fans. You get more fullness than classic and less than volume, with a little texture.
Price and wear time
- Classic: from ₹3,000
- Hybrid: from ₹3,500
- Volume: from ₹4,000
Every style lasts 3–4 weeks at our studio. So the price difference is about fullness, not wear time.
How to think about the choice
A few plain questions help:
- How much eye make-up do you wear? If you rarely wear any, or you want to look like yourself at work, classic is the quiet choice. If you love a full, made-up eye, volume gives you that look every day.
- Is it for every day or an occasion? For daily wear, classic or hybrid keeps the look easy. For a wedding or a season of functions, you may want the extra fullness of hybrid or volume.
- What are your own lashes like? Extensions sit on your natural lashes, so your lashes shape the result. If they are short, fine or sparse, tell us when you book.
- What do you want to spend? Classic costs the least and volume the most. The wear time is the same, 3–4 weeks.
If you cannot decide
Hybrid sits between classic and volume, so it is a sensible middle choice. You can also send a photo of a set you like on WhatsApp to +91 98848 96963 and ask which style it is closest to.
If you are choosing for a wedding, our bridal timeline shows when to book lashes around your functions.
If you want something lighter
If you would rather not wear extensions at all, a lash lift works on your own lashes. It is ₹2,000, or ₹2,500 as a lift and tint, and lasts 8–12 weeks.
The same care for every style
Whichever style you choose, every reusable metal tool is sterilised in a Class-B autoclave at 134°C, sealed in a pouch with an indicator strip and opened in front of you.
Your eyes come first
If your eyes are sore, red or irritated, or you have an eye condition, please see a doctor before you book. Our line is simple: a doctor comes first, a salon second.
Visiting the studio
We are at 11/5 Sundar Lal Nahata Avenue, Kilpauk, open daily from 11 to 8, with parking on site. Women and men are welcome. Every service and its time is on the full price list.
PriceClassic lash extensions from ₹3,000 · Hybrid from ₹3,500 · Volume from ₹4,000 · Lash lift ₹2,000 · Lift and tint ₹2,500
Questions people also ask
Which lash extensions look the most natural?
Classic looks the most natural, because a single extension goes on each of your own lashes. At our Kilpauk studio it starts from ₹3,000.
What is the difference between hybrid and volume lashes?
Volume puts a small fan of very fine extensions on each natural lash for the fullest look. Hybrid mixes those fans with classic single extensions, so it sits between classic and volume.
How long do lash extensions last?
At our studio, classic, hybrid and volume sets all last 3–4 weeks. If you want longer between appointments, a lash lift on your own lashes is ₹2,000 and lasts 8–12 weeks.
Written by Based Aesthetics, Kilpauk. If something on your nails worries you, a doctor comes first, a salon second.