False lashes are a great way to enhance your look and give you long, luscious eyelashes that would otherwise take months of growth to achieve naturally. They can be tricky to apply, but with the right tools and techniques, you can make them stay on longer and look beautiful.
What Are False Lashes?
False lashes are strips of synthetic material made from mink fur, human hair, or other materials such as plastic or silk. These strips come in a variety of shapes and sizes and can be purchased at any beauty store or online. Some false lashes are pre-glued, while others require lash glue to attach them onto the eyelid. The most popular type is strip false lashes because they’re easy to apply and remove without damaging your natural lashes.
How To Apply False Lashes
Before applying false lashes, it is important to prepare your eyes by removing any eye makeup with an oil-free makeup remover, such as micellar water. Once the eyes are clean, place the false lash strip along the natural lash line so that it fits snugly against the eyelid without gaps between them. Use tweezers or fingers to press down on each end of the lash strip so that it adheres securely onto the lid. For extra hold, use a small amount of eyelash glue along both ends before pressing down firmly for 10 seconds until dry. When finished applying falsies, use black mascara on both your real and fake eyelashes for a more blended look before heading out!
How To Make False Lashes Stay On Longer
Once applied correctly using adhesive glue and pressed firmly into place along your natural lash line, there are several tips you can follow to make sure your falsies stay put all day long:
- Choose high-quality products – Invest in good quality false lashes (preferably mink) as well as waterproof lash glue, which will help keep them secure even through sweat or tears during wear time.
- Store properly – Store unused false lashes away from direct sunlight in their original packaging to prevent damage.
- Cleanse regularly – Cleanse off old glue residue with a cotton swab dipped in warm water every few weeks.
- Be gentle when taking off – Gently peel away from one corner when removing falsies instead of pulling directly upwards, as it may cause damage.
- Avoid rubbing eyes – Rubbing your eyes will loosen the adhesive glue, causing false eyelashes to fall off easily.
- Use individual/cluster extensions – Individual/cluster extensions allow for more control over placement than full strips, making it easier for them to stay put longer.
- Try different styles – Experimenting with different styles like double-stacked strips (two sets layered together), half-strips (one set placed only at outer corners), or flare clusters (a single cluster placed just at the outer corner) will also help ensure they stick better, as not all styles suit everyone’s eye shape equally well.
- Wear less eye makeup – Avoid heavy cream-based eye shadow formulas that tend to weigh down on falsies, causing them to slip off faster than powder-based ones.
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