by Jackie Merlau | jmerlaumakeup.com
Lashes! We all want them. We love them. And we are always looking for ways to get them! Here are just a handful of ideas for outstanding lashes.
FALSE EYELASHES
False eyelashes have been around the longest and are the most affordable way to achieve fuller lashes. The biggest trick to this technique is figuring out how to put them on. Before you apply any eyelash glue, you must measure the false lashes. Use lash scissors to trim the ends if it is needed. Then apply a thin line of glue along the strip of the false lash. Wait about 30 seconds for the glue to get tacky and then gently place it on your eyelid, right on top of your lash line. Be patient and give yourself extra time to add this to your morning routine. These lashes must be removed at the end of the day.
LASH LIFT
Lash lifts are like getting a perm for your natural eyelashes. This process uses a chemical solution to set the shape of your natural lashes. It curls your lashes upward into a realistic curl. This is a low-cost and highly effective treatment. It lasts six to eight weeks before needing a touch-up. Another trend that goes hand in hand with this process is lash tinting. This will make lashes darker and help achieve a fuller effect without having to add mascara.
LASH SERUMS
Lash serums are the daily topical treatment that gets brushed into your lash line to help lashes grow thicker and longer. We have all heard the testimonials and have seen the effects, and I am a big fan of a few on the market today. If you’re looking for something a bit simple and less time consuming, this may be the process for you. But do some research of the brands and see what their product claims. Some serums are meant to strictly condition the natural lashes and prevent them from falling out, while others claim to promote hair growth.
LASH EXTENSIONS
Lash extensions are synthetic, silk or mink hairs that are individually applied to your natural lashes with a special formulated, semi-permanent glue. This process is a bit more time consuming and one of the costly ways to thicken your lashes. These extensions can last six to eight weeks with proper care and require you to go in for fill-ins because eyelashes grow and naturally fall out. And the best part? You won’t need mascara or eyeliner, since the lashes do all the work for you!