Don’t get me wrong, I’m a huge fan of this new lash extension trend, but the price…not so much. I’ve been doing a ton of research over the last couple months to try and find the best deal in town for a full set of lashes (don’t forget the upkeep too); needless to say my extensive research was a dead end. This got me thinking that there has to be an easier and cheaper way to achieve my dream lashes. It immediately came to me that all drugstores carry individual lashes, which is exactly what an esthetician would be applying for any lash appointment. Was it really that simple? Could a $5 set of individual lashes and glue do the trick? You bet.
What You’ll Need:
How To:
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Simply start with the inner corner of your eye by reaching for one size small lash using your lash tweezers.
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Dip the lash in your clear glue; you want this to be a small amount that’s a little bit larger than a grain of sand.
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Use your tweezers to apply it directly on your lash line, it’s important that it’s not on your eyelid, but rather on a lash or in that general area. It’s helpful after application to use your tweezers to clamp together the false lash and a real one to ensure that it’s secure.
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Let it dry before blinking a ton! Also, consistently clean off your tweezers of glue so your lashes don’t end up sticking to the tweezer, rather your eye.
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REPEAT! (to your heart’s desire).
For your guidance, I typically use 7 lashes on each eye. Two small sizes in the inner corner, three size long lashes in the center and two size medium lashes, on the end, to give it that wispy look. This might vary depending on if your eyes are smaller or larger, but it’s all personal preference.
Quick Tips to increase Longevity:
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Be gentle, don’t rub your eyes too much.
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Shorter showers (steam loosens the glue).
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NO MASCARA!
There you have it, gals! It’s seriously that simple. If it’s your first time applying false lashes, I would suggest asking a friend or family member to do it for you, just so you can get a general idea of how it works. Throughout the time span of roughly two weeks most will fall out, so you will learn how to apply them yourself by filling in those missing spots. It can be tricky and time-consuming, but once you get the hang of it, it’s a breeze.