Get the Lash Laugh

Not all of us were blessed with naturally lush lashes. Of course, many of us compensate for our sparse and spindly lashes with various brands of mascara, all of which promise to lengthen, strengthen and build. Sadly, though, as many mascara users will attest, these products’ promises often fall short.

So what’s a lady with lackluster lashes to do, especially for special occasions, when she wants to look as glamorous as possible? The answer is simple: Use false eyelashes. 

Indeed, false eyelashes – which come in strip form and individual form – not only make a girl’s eyes pop but also lend a dramatic effect. The trick is in blending the false lashes with one’s natural lashes so that they don’t appear obvious. We’ll show you how.

If you’re using false eyelash strips, then be sure to trim the strips so that their length equals the distance from the center of your eye to the outer corner of your eye. Whatever you do, avoid placing the strip too close to your inner eye; not only will it  look unnatural but also it will fail to adhere properly.

After applying glue to false lash strip, blow on it and then press the strip against the outer corner of your lash line (avoiding the eyelid). Then, press firmly down on the strip, while ensuring that the edges of the strip will remain in place. To further ensure a natural look and to combine your false and natural lashes, finish the process with a couple of coats of mascara.

False individual lash application is similar to that of false strip lash application except that it requires the user to grasp individual lashes with tweezers, dip the bottoms of the lashes into a glue and then - starting at the outer corner of the eye - place them on your lash line.When applied correctly, false eyelashes – whether they’re of the strip or individual variety – can transform a woman’s look. Bare, thin lashes become voluptuous and voluminous and will no doubt have others batting their lashes at you.