It's not often that I don't wear false lashes. Whether it's for work, lunch with the girls or just nipping to the shops - i'll be wearing them. I've been wearing lashes for years, so it's second nature to me now as to what style to buy, how to apply and tips for easy application to achieve a high impact look.
For those that don't wear them, I can understand how daunting it may be to suddenly start wearing lashes, which is why this post is ideal for both pro lash users and beginners too.
If you haven't worn lashes before, then try applying them on a night in. There's nothing worse than rushing as it will always go wrong. Try it when you don't have to be anywhere, otherwise it'll make for a very uncomfortable, irritating lash wearing sesssion. Practice calmly and you'll be amazed at how simple and quick it really is.
Like I mentioned before, I love lashes, a true worshiper at its finest - they're a cost effective way of creating a super glam look instantly. These lashes are my absolute favourites and for just £3.99 from Home Bargains, they're ideal. The Lumiere Collection is a pack of 5 different style of lashes, from naturally gorgeous daytime lashes to dazzling glamour girl for nights out.
There really is something for everyone in the pack - and best of all you can re-use lashes, if they're in good condition when removed (not when peeled off your cheek the morning after the night before, crooked and crimped - you know what I'm talking about! ;) I like to wear the more natural ones in the day with a modest line of liquid liner and a sweep of mascara, just to blend my lashes with the falsies.
They'll instantly make your eyes stand out. For nights out, I'll apply my eyeshadow and heavey eyeliner before choosing the thicker, heavier style that will stand out and create a powerful smokey eye. My only concern for the collection is the glue that comes with the pack doesn't last all night with me. I like to use Eyelure glue, a small tube that comes with Eyelure lashes but lasts for ages. Make sure you take the glue everywhere when wearing lashes - a gust of windmay leave your lashes flapping like a flag in wind if you're not careful - not a good look.
Top Tips for Application:
- Apply eyeliner and shadow before applying
- Make sure you know which is left and right, sounds silly but will make a difference
- Apply glue to false lash strips on both pairs
- Don't apply lashes straight away, wait 20 seconds - the glue must be 'tacky' or they slide
- Line up the outer false lash with your own outer corner - stick down this side only to check placement
- If it looks odd or you have to question it, they probably are. Take it off and start again
- Press the rest of the lash onto your eyelash base with index finger
- Seal the inner corner carefully - this is where it can irritate the eye and dig in
- You shouldn't be able to feel the lashes at all
- Apply the second pair
- Take your glue in your handbag
Take them off and start again, there'll do noting but bother you all night, trust me.
Do you wear lashes all the time, what are your favourite make?
