The Eyelash Diaries

For my Momma <3


So you've read my post "Stew With A Magic Wand...Or Not" followed the steps and took the 4 week challenge, and you are still having problems with your eyelashes!!?? OK OK perhaps we need a little something extra. I know some of you out there like the look of a false lash line, but maybe you've tried it and thought it looked silly, or maybe you want to try but don't know how. There are a few ways to go about this, and they are written below...enjoy!

• full strip false lashes: This is certainly a look. One that in the past you had better be willing to rock or you would've ended up looking like you forgot the rest of your costume at home. The good news is, full strip lashes are now being made to look more natural. CVS isn't my first choice in this case. You might have to get yourself to a MAC Store for the new and improved. At MAC you will spend about $14 a pair. They have the best selection, coming in at over 20 different eyelash looks to choose from. Whether your goal is long and lush, natural, or short and full, you'll find what you are looking for. While you are there have someone show you how to apply your new lashes, remove them and store them for next time. 
• individual lashes:  Individuals are enhancers not creators. I recommend individual lashes to someone who already has a pretty strong lash line. You aren't trying to create a lash line, you just want to enhance yours. Maybe fill in where a few lashes have fallen out or have broke in half. (Reminder: take your mascara off EVERY night for less breakage!) This is where you can run down to your local drug store and buy the individual lashes by Ardell. They will run you about $5 a box. 
• half strip lashes: These are great for enhancing the outer corners of your eyes for an extra kick. Very pretty, very sexy ;)
• adhesive: Duo seems to be the glue of choice by a lot of makeup artists. It has a latex base that is safe for lashes or any body decoration. MAC even sells this brand to apply their own lashes. You can by it at your local drug store, the cost is about $6.50.
• remover: There are so many removers out there. I usually tell people to "steam lashes off in the shower" the glue will loosen and then you can easily and gently pull them off. BUT always ask the professional who is selling you a product what the care instructions are. They will know what's best for that particular product.

Hot Tip: If $14 sounds like a lot for fake eyelashes, just know that with proper care you will have them for a long time. Whenever you are buying makeup from a professional in a store or at a counter you aren't limited to just buying, you can and should ask questions. Let them show you how to work with what they are selling you, don't just buy it. A professional can show you how to properly apply, remove and care for the product, and essentially that is what they are trained to do. Buying makeup is a service experience not just a retail experience, remember that next time you are shopping around for beauty products.