Lash Fill vs New Set: What Is the Difference — and How It Works at My Studio
Last updated: October 2026 | Reading time: 3 minutes
Many salons offer two kinds of appointment: a fill, which tops up an existing set, and a new set. At my North York studio there is only one — every visit is a new set. Here is what the difference means, so you know what to expect when you book.
What Is a Fill?
At salons that offer it, a fill is a shorter appointment: the artist removes grown-out extensions and adds new ones to the natural lashes that have grown in, leaving the rest of the set in place.
What Is a New Set?
A new set starts from a clean lash line. What is left of the previous extensions is removed, and a complete set is applied from scratch. This is the only appointment I offer.
How It Works at My Studio
- Every appointment is a full new set — I do not do fills.
- Removing what is left of a set I applied is free and part of the appointment. Removing another artist's work is $25.
- With good aftercare a set lasts about 3–4 weeks. When it starts to look sparse, book your next new set.
- A new set is also the moment to change style — classic, volume, hybrid, wispy and more.
Prices
Classic $110 · Volume 2D $120, 3D $130, 4D–5D $150 · Hybrid $150 · Wispy $180 · Mega volume $180 · Russian volume $200 · Removal of another artist's work $25.
How to Make Your Set Last
Keep your lashes dry for the first 24–48 hours, avoid oil-based products near the eyes, do not rub or pull them, and brush them daily with a clean spoolie.
FAQ
Can I come in for a fill?
No — the studio does new sets only. If you are used to fills elsewhere, book a new set; what is left of your old extensions is removed first.
I have extensions from another salon. Can you work over them?
I remove them first ($25) and then apply a new set. I do not add new extensions on top of another artist's work.
How long does a new set take?
About 2–3 hours, depending on the style.
