How To Apply Individual False Eyelashes

  • December 10, 2007
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Looking for a little extra flair? You could get eyelash extensions, or even eyelash transplants; but applying false eyelashes is a lot easier and you can do it all by yourself.

You Will Need

  • Some clear-drying eyelash adhesive
  • Individual false lashes
  • A clean surface
  • Tweezers
  • A mirror
  • An eyelash curler
  • And mascara
  • A pencil or liquid eyeliner (optional)
How To Apply Individual False Eyelashes: Drop adhesive on surface

Step 1: Drop adhesive on surface

Put two or three drops of adhesive onto a clean surface.

For a more dramatic look, apply a thin line of eyeliner on your upper lash line.

How To Apply Individual False Eyelashes: Grab lash

Step 2: Grab lash

Grab an individual fake lash with the tweezers.

How To Apply Individual False Eyelashes: Dip lash

Step 3: Dip lash

Dip the base of the lash into the adhesive.

How To Apply Individual False Eyelashes: Place lash

Step 4: Place lash

Starting at the outer corner, place a single false lash onto the base of your natural lashes with the tweezers, putting it as close to the roots as possible.

Concentrate lashes toward the outer corners for a more youthful, doe-eyed look.

How To Apply Individual False Eyelashes: Let glue set

Step 5: Let glue set

Hold each lash in place for a few seconds to allow the glue to set.

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Repeat until as many lashes as you desire are in place.

How To Apply Individual False Eyelashes: Let lashes dry

Step 7: Let lashes dry

Allow all the lashes to dry for at least 30 seconds.

How To Apply Individual False Eyelashes: Curl lashes

Step 8: Curl lashes

Curl the lashes to fuse the falsies with your natural lashes.

How To Apply Individual False Eyelashes: Apply mascara

Step 9: Apply mascara

Apply mascara to both eyes, concentrating at the base of your lash line to further adhere the false and natural lashes together. Now you’re now ready for your close-up.

False eyelashes were invented in 1916 by famed silent film director D.W. Griffith, who wanted to give one of his leading lady more dramatic eyes.

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Luxe_Lashes

Check out http://www.luxemenow.com for high end false eyelashes. Our lashes sell in pairs of three, great for layering.

about 1 year ago by Luxe_Lashes

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