Fake It Until You Make It: How to Pick the Ideal False Eyelashes

Unfortunately, all of us aren’t blessed with perfect, lush eyelashes. If you have short or thin eyelashes, you may find that no matter how much mascara you apply on them, your eyes still don’t pop the way you want them. Luckily, fake eyelashes are a thing.

A pair of false lashes can have real transformative magic, taking your makeup look to the next level. They can open up small eyes and make them bigger and sexier instantly. However, with all the different lengths, shapes and types of lashes, it can be hard to find a pair that’s right. If you have your eyes set on getting false eyelashes, here’s what you need to know to choose the ideal ones.

Individual Lashes Help Create a Natural Look

If you’re after a more natural look and don’t want all the drama that comes with full strip lashes, individual lashes are the best choice. Individual false lashes are a lot more different than bulky strips because they come in separate tiny strands. As such, they can enhance your lashes in a subtle and strategic way. For instance, you can add a few strands of these lashes to the outer corners of your eyes and create a natural cat-eye effect. They are also a great solution for filling in sparse spots or areas where your lashes have fallen out.

Unlike strip lashes, individual falsies allow the applicator to have complete control over the thickness and the shape of the lash line. These lashes are also easier to bend and line in with your natural lashes for a more realistic effect. Many regular false lashes users find that individual eyelashes are more comfortable to wear for long periods of time. They are less heavier than strip or half-strip lashes, so you won’t notice that you have them on.

Applying individual falsies is relatively simple. Like most false lashes, they need to be applied to the lash line using eyelash glue. Since they’re lighter, the glue is able to hold them better in place so that you don’t experience any accidents. However, applying individual falsies can take more time as you will need to apply each strand separately.

Try Strip Lashes for a Hollywood Effect

Strip lashes are the most common style available at drugstores or only makeup shops. If you want your eyes to have a more dramatic look, strip lashes are perfect to make them pop. Strip lashes can add great volume and length to your lashes. They are available in a variety of styles from super long and voluminous to spiky and dramatic.

With strip lashes, you can add lots of lashes in little time and usually for little money. They are super easy to apply with some practice. But because they are often produced as a one size fits all, you may need to adjust the lashes to suit your eye size.

Half Lashes for a Balanced Medium

If you want a subtle but thick eyelash look, you can try half strips. Half strip lashes are applied to the outer corner on the eye. They are even easier to apply than full strip lashes because you don’t have to stress about lining them up perfectly across the full length of the eye. Half strip lashes can complement most eye shapes and are usually the best option for beginners.

How to Prepare Your Lashes for Application

If you’ve opted for full strip lashes, make sure to measure whether they fit your eye. If they go past your eyelash line, cut them a bit. Before applying any type of lashes, make sure to add eyeliner. This trick helps to cover up any potential mistakes, like leaving out too much space between your natural lashes and the falsies. After a while, you may become an expert and skip the eyeliner.

How to Apply Fake Eyelashes?

While most fake eyelashes come with a tube of lash glue, if yours don’t you will need to buy the glue separately. You want to pick a glue that’s as comfortable to wear as possible. Clear-toned and latex-free glue is the easiest to use and also doesn’t cause irritations. Additionally, unlike white glue, it won’t show up on your lashes if your application was a little messy.

Apply a thin amount across the entire length of the strip lashes, or on the individual lash, and put a little extra on the ends. Bend the lashes slightly before applying them so that they can assume a more natural shape. Wait for 30 seconds and then apply the lashes. To get close to the lash line, try using tweezers to guide the falsies.

Once you’ve properly applied the lashes and they’re all dry, the next step is crucial for a successful look. To blend the falsies with your natural ones, make sure to curl them with an eyelash curler and then apply mascara. If you clean your false lashes properly after removing them, you may be lucky enough to be able to reuse them in the future.