How to Apply Flawless False Eyelashes

Learning how to put on makeup was a trial and error process for me. Often met with more failure than success (I learned the hard way that black kohl eyeliner=raccoon). My first and only foray into false eyelashes was equally as bad, ending with a set of falsies dangling from my eye. But, I'll give it another chance, using these tips and tricks from makeup artist Tymia Yvette of Tymia Yvette Makeup Artistry.

THE STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO APPLYING FALSIES

Step One

Pick the right lash (check out the best below). When choosing lashes, make sure they fit your eye shape. You want lashes that won't over-power your eyes nor will disappear—the right false lash will enhance your eye shape.

Step Two

After gently removing the lashes from packaging, place the inner corner of the lashes on the inner corner of your lash line. Check to see if there is excess lash.

Step Three

Remove the lash from the eye area and cut off any excess with small sanitized scissors.

Step Four

Hold the band of the lash and bend it into an arch shape for 10 to 15 seconds.

Step Five

Apply adhesive directly to the band of the lash in a thin strip, placing slightly more on both edges of the lash. Let the glue dry for 10-15 seconds. DUO Lash Adhesive is a great water-proof glue that doesn't irritate the eyes and it comes in an easy-to-use squeeze tube. It goes on white, but dries clear but there is also a black tinted glue. However, DUO does contain latex; if you have a latex allergy try Revlon Precision Dark Lash Adhesive. It has all the same benefits of DUO, but is latex-free.

Step Six

Apply the lash from outer edge to inner edge, close to the lash line, above the natural lashes. Be mindful to not place the lashes too close to the inner corner of the eye or too close to the inside of nose, it may cause irritation.

Step Seven

Hold for a few seconds and press the lash into the lash line using an eye liner brush, if necessary.

Helpful Hint

Practice applying your lashes well before your wedding day. If you find yourself struggling applying lashes with your fingers, use the Lash Applicator applicator from MAC Cosmetics. Its a tool that helps apply lashes easily and precisely.