Applying fake eyelashes can enhance your eye makeup and overall look, but it requires a steady hand and a bit of practice. Here's a step-by-step guide:
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Prepare Your Natural Lashes: Curl your natural lashes with an eyelash curler. This helps them blend seamlessly with the false lashes. Apply a thin coat of mascara. Mascara provides a base for the false lashes to adhere to and helps them blend.
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Measure and Trim the False Lashes: Hold the false lashes up to your lash line to measure the length. If the strip is too long, trim it from the outer corner. Trimming from the inner corner can make them look unnatural.
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Apply Adhesive: Apply a thin, even line of lash adhesive along the entire band of the false lashes. Use a toothpick or the applicator provided with the glue to ensure even distribution.
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Wait for the Glue to Become Tacky: Allow the adhesive to dry for about 20-30 seconds, or until it becomes tacky. This will ensure a better hold.
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Apply the Lashes: Using tweezers or an applicator tool, gently position the false lash strip as close as possible to your natural lash line. Start by placing the center of the strip, then secure the inner and outer corners. Looking down into a mirror can help.
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Secure and Blend: Once the lashes are in place, gently press the strip against your lash line with your fingers or the blunt end of tweezers. Make sure the inner and outer corners are securely attached. You can comb the lashes downwards with your finger in the inner corner and the center to avoid a surprised look. Pinch your natural lashes and false lashes together to help them blend.
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Apply Eyeliner (Optional): Apply a thin line of eyeliner along your lash line to conceal the lash band and further blend the false lashes with your natural lashes.
Here's a summary in a table:
| Step | Description |
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| 1. Prepare Lashes | Curl natural lashes and apply a thin coat of mascara. |
| 2. Measure & Trim | Measure the false lash strip against your lash line and trim excess from the outer corner. |
| 3. Apply Adhesive | Apply a thin, even line of lash adhesive to the lash band. |
| 4. Wait for Tack | Let the adhesive dry for 20-30 seconds until tacky. |
| 5. Apply Lashes | Position the false lash strip close to your natural lash line, starting with the center and securing the corners. |
| 6. Secure & Blend | Press the strip against the lash line and pinch natural and false lashes together. Comb the inner corner and center lashes downwards to avoid a surprised appearance. |
| 7. Eyeliner (Opt) | Apply eyeliner to conceal the lash band. |
Practice makes perfect, so don't be discouraged if you don't get it right the first time! Remember to always remove your false lashes gently with makeup remover and clean them regularly.
