How to use and apply fake eyelashes.
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I am going to show you how to use and apply fake eyelashes.
In few minutes we are going to go from this,
to this.
Step one, you will need some fake eyelashes, eyelash glue, small scissors, liquid eyeliner,
tweezers and mascara.
And you might need a damp cloth, petroleum jelly or fake eyelash remover.
Step two, choose the right eyelashes.
Fake eyelashes widen the eyes and enhance natural lashes and give a dramatic effect
that could not be achieved otherwise.
They are available in all colors, lengths and shapes.
For more shorter look individual lashes or small clumps of lashes can be used.
Synthetic fibers are usual but sterilized human hairs can also be found.
These are most commonly used by people who have lost their natural lashes.
Step three, preparation.
Apply a little translucent powder before gluing on the lashes.
If you will be wearing eye shadow, apply it now.
Oiliness will prevent the glue sticking adequately.
And eyeshadow or powder will help to prevent this.
Step four, trim the lashes.
Fake eyelashes are made so one face the left eye and one face the right.
Hold the lashes up to the eyes noting which eye the lashes will be applied to.
If they are longer than the eye the wedge should be trimmed with small scissors on the
outer corner of the lashes.
Do this before gluing them on.
Top tip, for more natural look the lashes length can also be trimmed.
This may be necessary to know the inner corner of the eye.
Cut the lashes at an angle, so they look like real lashes tapering off to the end.
Step five, check the packet.
Some items like glue will vary from brand to brand.
For best results follow the instructions supplied with the lashes or glue.
Step six, apply the glue.
The easiest way to apply an even coat of glue is to squeeze some onto the back of your hand
and run the lash through the glue.
Some glues will need to be left for couple of minutes to become tacky before application
to the eye.
Check the tackiness with the finger before using the lash.
Step seven, put the lashes in position.
Rest your elbow on a table to steady it in front of the mirror.
Pick up the lashes with tweezers.
It is essential that you press the lashes to the eye lid as close to your own lashes
as possible.
It is very difficult to mask the space between the two lines of lashes.
Single or clumps of lashes can be glued on to the real lashes to see more natural.
Step eight, be careful.
Watch carefully in the mirror as you put the lashes on to ensure that no glue gets into
your eye.
If it does, rinse the eye with cold water immediately.
Make sure you know what to do for the glue that you are using before you put on the lashes.
Step nine, hold.
Hold the lashes in place until the glue is completely set.
Again glues will vary, so check the packet.
Step ten, finishing touches.
Once securely in place, fake lashes can be curled or have extra mascara applied.
This is useful, if the fake lashes are different color to your own lashes.
To do this press your finger behind the fake lashes, apply mascara to your own lashes,
pressing the fake and the real lashes together.
This binds them together.
Top tip, if there is an area with the space between the fake and real lashes is obvious,
fill it in with liquid eyeliner or eyeshadow.
Also use liquid eyeliner or eyeshadow to cover any noticeable glue.
Step eleven, taking them off.
Fake lashes should always be removed before going to sleep.
Some glue requires special remover, which should be supplied with it.
Most are water based and can be removed by moistening with the damp cloth and pulling
away gently.
Top tip, if the lashes are appearing stubborn, don't pull hard, this might remove some of
your lashes too.Try some petroleum jelly on the stubborn lashes.
Leave for few seconds and try again.
Step twelve, storage.
Once off, fake lashes can be used again.
Its best to store them in their original packaging as this will help them to retain their shape.
Step thirteen, practice, practice, practice.
Applying fake lashes will become easier with practice.
Its a good idea to try few times before the big night when they have to be perfect.