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False lashes: a professional make-up artist's how to

False eyelashes are an effortless glam addition to any make-up look, so even if we are at home for Christmas and New Year’s Eve this year, you can up your game! The art of application can be tricky to master but practise makes perfect once you know how. False eyelashes are popular because they can give the illusion of bigger eyes and a dramatic look. So, even if you’re not wearing a full face of make-up, they can take your eyes to another level. Strip eyelashes are the most common and easiest to apply on your own. They give a striking look whilst individual eyelashes can provide a more natural finish. 

Any rogue application can be easily avoided with accuracy. To reveal the only way to apply false eyelashes, expert makeup artist at www.FalseEyelashes.co.uk, Saffron Hughes, shares her secrets.

makeup brushes and false lashes

1. Make-up first

Your falsies should be the last step in your make-up routine. If you apply them first, you might end up with eyeshadow or powder fall out on top of them which can cause irritation and rubbing. To begin, you should have already applied your face and eye make-up. It's also much trickier to do your make-up once you've applied your eyelashes.

2. Choose the right eyelash set for your eye type

Before gluing, always take your lashes and place them on your lids to see how they fit. In the case that they are too wide or long you can carefully trim off a few hairs until you're happy with the length. Alternatively, you can choose a strip set that's made for your eye type. It's important that your eyelashes suit and enhance your particular eye shape.

If you wear contact lenses or have sensitive eyes, you might prefer an invisible or ultra-lightweight lash band, these are much lighter on the eye and feel more comfortable.

One of the most common eye shapes is hooded eyes, this means that you have more skin above your crease and most of your upper lid is hidden when your eyes are open. For this shape, avoid dramatic styles as these will close the eyes up. Instead select one that has increased length in the centre as well as heavier volume to create the illusion of a larger looking eye.

It's easy to establish your eye type via this simple guide.

tweezers holding falsies

3. Apply eyeliner

No matter which style you choose, a good tip for hiding the base of your lashes is to line your upper lash line with black eyeliner. Apply your liner as you usually would, no more or no less, before and after application. Make sure that you use liquid or gel eyeliner as a pencil eyeliner can cause you to drag across the top edge of your eyelash band causing it to move and readjust. If you struggle making a straight line with liquid liner, gel can be applied with a brush making it a little easier.

4. Loosen the spine of the lash strip

Eyelash strips tend to be straighter than our eyes when we first take them of the box. Before application you need fit the curvature of your lash line by softening up the strip up first. Doing this beforehand will eliminate the risk of the inner and outer corners popping up after gluing them down. A great tip is to wrap the strip either around your little finger or a makeup brush for around a minute before gluing.

Looking down into a mirror to apply false lashes

5. Wait after applying glue

Make sure to use a good quality adhesive, strip lash adhesives are designed to hold your lashes in place for approximately one day or two. When your eyelashes are ready for application, take the glue and apply a small thin layer along the strip part of the lash. Try to ensure that you apply as little and finely as possible. A popular mistake people make is not waiting, after applying the glue wait around a minute so that the glue is 'tacky' and is less likely to slide around. Importantly, don't blow the glue to hurry the process along as this can cause germs to enter your eye.

6. Look downward into a mirror to apply

The goal of application is to have the beginning of the lash strip lining up with where your natural lashes start. Using whichever works best for you, tweezers or lash applicator, place the middle of the strip in the centre of your eye and lightly touch on either side along your lash line. Push the strip down in place for a few seconds whilst the glue sets and secures the lashes. Once everything is set in place, you can use your fingers to make sure your natural and false lashes are blended.

To do this right the first time, the trick is to place your mirror under your face near to a perpendicular angle and look down. This will make your eyelid extend and leaves more room for you to get the eyelash on top of your natural ones.

Final false eyelash look

7. Apply mascara to bond to your own eyelashes

After the glue has set and your eyelashes have fixed their place, apply some mascara to bond everything together. Make sure to not to apply endless coats but just enough to mix the lashes together for a sharp finish.

Check out www.falseeyelashes.co.uk for further information.

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