Lashes can enhance your entire makeup look for the day. They make your eyes stand out, and can provide a girly, romantic affect, or showcase your edgy style. But even if you choose to wear fake lashes that are a little more glamorous and noticeable, you still want people to wonder whether they’re actually yours. Here are a few tips for keeping your lashes, full, wispy, and natural-looking.
First, take a good look at the shape of your eyes. Are they almond-shaped? Does your eyelid resemble a straight line, or is there a curve at the end? Observing these details will help you to choose the lashes that will complement your face and eye shape. For instance, if you have smaller eyes, choose lashes that are are very wispy, instead of the thicker variety. Heavier lashes will make your eyes appear even smaller. Fuller lashes, however, help to balance larger eyes and give them more definition.
Check out the way your lashes grow, as well as the length and thickness of your natural lashes. If you have naturally thin lashes but large, round eyes, a darker lash will even out your eye shape without being too overwhelming. If your eyes are smaller but your lashes are slightly full, an understated lash strip with some spaces in between is a faux but inconspicuous enhancement.
Next, curl the the strip a few times in between your fingertips once you take them out of the tray. In order for the lashes to look natural, you have to conform them to your eyelid formation as much as possible. This also makes the strip more palpable for easier application.
Now, here comes the slightly challenging part–applying adhesive to your lash strips. Remember, you need to let the adhesive set on the lash strip for a few seconds before adhering the strip to your eyelid. Use a clear or black adhesive so that you can easily blend your eyeliner over the lash strip. Put a tiny dab of the lash glue on your finger, and gently sweep the strip through the adhesive. Hold the strip between your fingertips for about five seconds before applying the lash strip. The strip should be applied directly above your natural lash line. This makes the glue less tacky, and keeps you from getting it all over your eyelid. Hold the strip in place with your fingertip for a few seconds, or use the close end of your tweezers to secure the lash strip.
Once your lashes are on securely, you can apply your eyeliner and eyeshadow. Place the eyeliner a little above the lash strip, so that you don’t unravel the strip and cause it to fall off. If you’re going for the natural look altogether, know that nude eyeshadow, or shades that subtly complement your skin tone will make your lashes look even more demure.
And there you have it! Your lashes are now pretty, fashionable, enhanced, and ready for your outing. Check out a few stylish yet natural lash looks below for inspiration:
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