Applying false lashes can seem like such an unnecessary hassle. You already have real lashes, so why do you need fake ones? Just like other makeup, though, false lashes are meant to enhance your natural beauty.
False lashes make your natural lashes appear fuller, and they beautifully open up your eyes. A smokey eye will seem more dramatic for your date night, and fake lashes take a natural look up a notch. Even if you plan to wear them only for special events, these seven pro tips will make using false lashes much easier.
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How to clean false lashes
Having nice, clean false lashes is important. You don't want to apply anything dirty so close to your eyes, and dirty false lashes appear clumpy and unnatural.
Having nice, clean false lashes is important. You don't want to apply anything dirty so close to your eyes, and dirty false lashes appear clumpy and unnatural.
To clean your false lashes, pour a bit of makeup remover onto a Q-tip and gently wipe over the band. Next, use your fingers to gently peel off any leftover glue. Dip your Q-tip in rubbing alcohol and wipe it over the lashes to sanitize them. Finally, brush out the false lashes with a clean spoolie, and then store them for later use. Get the tutorial here.
Brush false lashes with a spoolie to make them look more natural
This step is easy to overlook; after all, false lashes will still elongate and fill out your natural lashes without brushing. However, brushing out your false lashes before applying them will improve their overall look and even them out. Just check out the difference below! It's as simple as brushing a spoolie gently over the lashes, which takes only about five seconds.
This step is easy to overlook; after all, false lashes will still elongate and fill out your natural lashes without brushing. However, brushing out your false lashes before applying them will improve their overall look and even them out. Just check out the difference below! It's as simple as brushing a spoolie gently over the lashes, which takes only about five seconds.
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How to apply false lashes
Applying false lashes can seem difficult if you've never attempted the feat before, but it's actually quite simple. First, snip off any length that's too long for your eye shape. Apply a thin strip of glue onto the band of the lash and allow it to dry until the glue gets tacky (usually about 30 seconds). Be sure to apply more glue to the outer and inner corners, as they tend to lift. Using tweezers, gently place the lash strip onto your real lashes. Continue using the tweezers to press the lashes together, which will help them dry and blend together.
Applying false lashes can seem difficult if you've never attempted the feat before, but it's actually quite simple. First, snip off any length that's too long for your eye shape. Apply a thin strip of glue onto the band of the lash and allow it to dry until the glue gets tacky (usually about 30 seconds). Be sure to apply more glue to the outer and inner corners, as they tend to lift. Using tweezers, gently place the lash strip onto your real lashes. Continue using the tweezers to press the lashes together, which will help them dry and blend together.
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How to safely remove lashes
Safely removing your false lashes is just as important as properly applying them. Always avoid ripping off the lashes, because this could damage your false lashes and rip out some of your real ones. First, pour makeup remover onto a Q-tip and rub it over the false-eyelash band attached to your eyelid. Then, using your fingers, slowly peel off the false lash. It should come off with no effort or pain. Immediately clean those false lashes for later use. Get the tutorial here.
Safely removing your false lashes is just as important as properly applying them. Always avoid ripping off the lashes, because this could damage your false lashes and rip out some of your real ones. First, pour makeup remover onto a Q-tip and rub it over the false-eyelash band attached to your eyelid. Then, using your fingers, slowly peel off the false lash. It should come off with no effort or pain. Immediately clean those false lashes for later use. Get the tutorial here.
How to double up false lashes
Doubling false lashes creates a fuller, more dramatic effect. Layer two pairs of false lash strips on top of one another. Next, glue the bands together with eyelash glue. Wait until the glue is tacky, about 30 seconds, and apply the false lashes to your real ones.
Doubling false lashes creates a fuller, more dramatic effect. Layer two pairs of false lash strips on top of one another. Next, glue the bands together with eyelash glue. Wait until the glue is tacky, about 30 seconds, and apply the false lashes to your real ones.
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How to blend false lashes in with your real lashes
False lashes are meant to enhance your natural ones, but you must take certain steps so that they don't look fake. The trick is blending the lashes together seamlessly. First, apply eyeliner to darken the area where you'll apply the false lashes. Next, apply mascara to help the false lashes stick and to darken your real ones. Then, put the false lashes on. Use an eyelash curler to press and blend the lashes together, as well as curl them. Finally, add another layer of mascara. Get the tutorial here.
False lashes are meant to enhance your natural ones, but you must take certain steps so that they don't look fake. The trick is blending the lashes together seamlessly. First, apply eyeliner to darken the area where you'll apply the false lashes. Next, apply mascara to help the false lashes stick and to darken your real ones. Then, put the false lashes on. Use an eyelash curler to press and blend the lashes together, as well as curl them. Finally, add another layer of mascara. Get the tutorial here.
How to open the eyes with individual lashes
Here's a trick you can use time and again: Layer your eyelash strip with individual lashes. Snip off about two to three lash bunches from the inner corner of your false eyelash strip. Using one drop of lash glue, dip one lash bunch into the glue and place in the center of the strip lash. Repeat this with three or four lash bunches to add fullness and length. Then apply a thin layer of glue to the eyelash bands, and apply the lashes as usual. Get the tutorial here.
Here's a trick you can use time and again: Layer your eyelash strip with individual lashes. Snip off about two to three lash bunches from the inner corner of your false eyelash strip. Using one drop of lash glue, dip one lash bunch into the glue and place in the center of the strip lash. Repeat this with three or four lash bunches to add fullness and length. Then apply a thin layer of glue to the eyelash bands, and apply the lashes as usual. Get the tutorial here.
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