How To: False Eyelashes
January 4th, 2012
I’m a huge fan of false eyelashes for special occasions. They add just a bit of drama and I always find myself exuding a different (perhaps coquettish?) kind of energy when I have them on. The main problem is that applying them properly is quite tricky. To make matters worse, I used to get one eye to look good, only to mess up the next one so severely that the individual lashes would cascade down my cheek. I now follow a few simple steps to ensure that both eyes have flirty, fluttery lashes that stay put all night. Here are my steps for applying just a few individual lashes:
1. Pick an adhesive in a dark tone (I like this one). Apply a small dollop onto a tissue and wait 30 seconds until it gets slightly tacky (this will ensure your lashes will stay put, and not slide off).
2. Use tweezers to hold your individual lashes, and dip them into the adhesive so the base is completely coated.
3. Start on the outer corner of your eye and apply lashes (these are my favorites), and make sure they’re lined up and secure. Check them out from all angles (look down, look from the side, etc.) to make sure they mesh with the rest of your lashes.
4. Continue to add lashes along the outside of the eye (I tend to add about two to three to each eye).
5. Add mascara so that your natural lashes and false ones all blend together.
6. Add a thin line of liquid liner so that the overall look is uniform.
End result.
I love the look of lashes, I just hate wearing them haha! This is a great tutorial however! This is great for adding individual lashes too! =)
I usually try the lashes that are already on an adhesive but I think I wanna try individual ones too!
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Great tips! I need the dark glue, I always use white and although it drys clear, I love the idea of a dark glue!
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I think the dark tone adhesive is a GREAT idea, even if it dries up, the glue won’t stand out. Sometimes, I find it necessary to trim the lashes before I use them if I want to create a full look but without making it too noticeable.
thanks for all the wonderful tips!!
im loving it. check me outt?
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Oh my goodness, that just stressed me out. Mind you, I just spent 30 minutes at sephora having the girl tell me I should die my lashes, so I think I should really learn this.
My daughter just taught me (at 58) how to do this! She teaches people how to do it at Avon parties. She’s always been a fan (even though she has long thick lashes that look fake without adding any extras! Alas, I used to but no more. I don’t have it totally mastered yet but am working on it–at least I’m not decorating my nose w/dropped lashes anymore!
Really useful, thanks so much.
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Oh Emily, when I grow up (lol – I’m way older) I want to be as coquettish as you! I really enjoy your “How to” posts. Keep them coming!!! kisses
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Great post! thanks for teh tips
Great post! thanks for the tips
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I always have hard time with false lashes, now I know to drip the blue on paper first!! Thanx for great tip!!
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I never thought of using individual ones before – they’re much more pretty and natural looking, I might have to treat myself to some tomorrow!
I love this! I always have a hard time putting them on. They are a great accessory to your make-up. And you can find great accessories to your outfits at http://www.gogolush.com
thanks I would like to try individuals because the strips feel so heavy on my eyelids.
I did it once, but it was a mess, thanks for sharing.
Hey Emily! I’m now tempted to try individuals after seeing this cause I do imagine they’ll look and feel more natural!
By the way, the skin around your eyes look a little tired. How about applying some eye cream before bed and when you wake up? Skin around the eyes is 10 times thinner than the skin on the rest of your face so I think it’s really important to take care of them!
I have never try it! I really should!
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thanks for the how-to, emily! i’ve always been intimidated by false eyelashes but your tutorial is very straightforward. and they look subtle, not over-the-top.
pretty! <3
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thank you. thank you. thank you.
{for the lash tutorial & making january a little less drab}.
Ahhh yes fake eye lashes! They always take me SO long to apply! Also, you have a really lovely blog I love reading it so much! Thanks for all the sharing
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Cindie
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Thank you for sharing
Stumbled upon your blog today, now following 
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I’ll try this one. Girls with long eyelashes do look very pretty.