Feb 15, 2012
I’m a big fan of false eyelashes. I would never have guessed this. Especially, since I grew up in the age of “natural beauty” and less-is-more. But, the natural beauty of the fifties is not the same as the 20’s, 30’s, or even the 40’s. False eyelashes help me feel more feminine. So, I’ve learned this little trick using false lashes that are individual bunches — not the long strip of the old days, although I’ve tried those, but I hate the feel, and sure enough one corner will come unglued and then I look very un-natural and stupid. These are much better.
My daughter wears them, so she willingly helped me out. That’s the beauty of having a daughter. So, first she did it for me and showed my the how-to; then I gave it a try. It’s not that difficult. You’re never too old for this makeup trick. I’ve had women tell me, “wow your eyelashes are long.” Then I confess they are false. They look a lot like eyelash extensions, which cost a pretty penny to get and keep up.
I buy them at Target for about $4. The glue comes in a tube. It goes on white and dries clear. I get the short or medium flare ones, they are plenty long.
What you need:
- Package of false flare lashes, in the bunch style. I use Dura Lash by Ardel.
- Adhesive in the tube, white that dries clear.
- Tweezers.
- Mirror, magnified — if you’re my age, super magnification.
- A steady hand.
Directions:
- Use mascara first on your natural lashes. If you want eyeliner, do that first too, but I don’t always do that.
- Squeeze out a little bit of the glue onto the lid of the container or piece of paper.
- Pick up one bunch of lashes with the tweezers.
- Dip the end of the lashes into the glue, still holding them with the tweezers. You only need a little glue, so just dip it into the glue to get a dab on the end.
5. Close one of your eyes and hold that lid straight with one hand, holding the tweezers in the other hand. And keep the other eye open so you can see where you’re going to place those lashes. This is where I use a good magnified mirror. I actually have to use my reading glasses to dip the lash in the glue. Then take my glasses off and look in the magnified mirror.(This shot shows no eyeliner or mascara, so you can see exactly what is gong on.)
6.Set the lashes at the base of your real lashes, just touching your lid. Start at the center and work to either side. You can use as few as six for each eye, or more. Here’s two:
Repeat for each bunch, and go from eye to eye. This way the glue has a chance to set.
Space them as evenly as possible. This shows six on each eye:
That’s it. Go ahead and take a look. I promise, you get better at this with practice. It’s much easier than you think, but of course I’m not sure I’d be able to pull this off with toddlers at my feet.
They last for as long as they stay on. That’s the trick. Sometimes when you sleep you may lose one or two, or if you forget you have them on while washing your face and decide to wipe your eyes, that may leave you lookingridiculous. Be sure to check your lashes in the morning, make sure you’re lookin’ good.
11 Comments
Susan Hendrixon 02/07/2015 at 6:05 am
Hi Deila, what kind of eye make up remover do you suggest? Another question, will these damage your real eye lashes? Thank you for this post. My eyelashes are not like they use to be and I’ve been debating for years about false ones.
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deilaon 02/07/2015 at 11:19 am
You know, sometimes I do not use masacara with the false lashes — but when I do I do not use the water proof mascara. Then, it just comes off in the shower when I was my face. But sometimes I use a little of my beeswax body butter to clean my lashes — works great. If there is a little glue left, is comes off easily this way. I make the beeswax body butter, but you could use vaseline — just a little works.
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Vicky Koopon 11/10/2015 at 6:05 pm
Do you have to apply them every day or do they stay on a few days?
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deilaon 11/11/2015 at 7:53 am
You know, they stay on for quite a few days — my daughter keeps them on for a week. A few of the lashes on the outside fall off more easily when I am sleeping — I guess that happens because I sleep on my side, with my face on the pillow! But they last several days, sometimes I only need to make sure they are still in place, and not bent!
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Zita Estradaon 05/02/2014 at 9:09 pm
Hi deila, I will try to do it! will let you know the results and I think after I finish with the strips I will be using the clusters, they sure look nice on you and so natural!
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deilaon 05/03/2014 at 8:18 am
Thanks — I hesitated to take photos of myself, but I knew it would help! Everything looks great when you have young skin and no wrinkles, but I find these lashes help an old face 🙂 btw my daughter said she has cut the strips and used them. Let me know how it goes. It gets easier as you do it –like any art.
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Zita Estradaon 05/01/2014 at 10:41 pm
Is it possible to cut your string lashes in partials. I have some of those but they are getting to be to obvious now that I am older. Thanks.
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deilaon 05/02/2014 at 8:47 pm
You could sure give it a try! The clusters are really nice, if you get a chance to try them. Once you get the hang of it, they are easy to put on — unless you’ve had too much coffee! I know what you mean about the strip lashes — I was really self conscious with those, and the ends didn’t stay down good.
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renee @ Singing With Birdson 02/27/2012 at 12:19 am
From one La Crescenta gal to another, you look fabulous! Love the lashes too. I’m good at putting them on someone else and I’m not sure I can do it to myself, but thanks for the courage to give it a go.
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dgenetayloron 02/25/2012 at 4:59 pm
Wow. What’s next–the sculpted runway?
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Rozy Lasson 02/25/2012 at 12:26 pm
Wow, I’m impressed! They are beautiful and a great addition.
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