How To Apply Mascara
- December 10, 2007
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Howcast Media
Directed by
Kevin Hall
Voice-Over Artist
Georgia Haege
Production Designer
Karin Olsen
Music
Edison Music Corp
Art Director
Dew Gueramian
There’s nothing like a layer or two of mascara to help you accentuate your eyes—and face the world in style.
You Will Need
- A mirror
- Mascara
- A paper towel
- And an eyelash comb
- An eyelash curler
- Some eyeliner
- And a handheld mirror
Step 1: Curl lashes & apply eyeliner
If you plan to do so, curl your lashes and apply eyeliner before applying any mascara.
Step 2: Remove the wand
Remove the wand from the tube of mascara and wipe any excess mascara onto the paper towel.
Don’t pump the wand in and out of the tube—this puts air into the tube and dries out the mascara.
Step 3: Hold wand
Hold the wand horizontally, parallel with your eyelid, on the underside of your upper lashes.
Step 4: Apply mascara
Starting at the roots, slowly draw the brush upwards in a zigging, zagging motion. Use just the tip of the wand to define the outer lashes of your eye.
Looking straight into a mirror only shows you the tips of your lashes. Hold a hand mirror below your eyes and look down into it to see if your roots are covered.
Step 5: Wait for coat to dry
Wait at least a minute for the coat to dry. Then add another if needed.
If you have light lashes or want a more dramatic look, add a coat of mascara to your bottom lashes.
Step 6: Get rid of clumps
Before your lashes dry, run an eyelash comb through them to get rid of any clumps. Now bat those beauties at whomever you please.
“Modern” mascara was invented in the 1800s and consisted mainly of crushed coal and petroleum jelly.
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