I have a confession to make- I can’t wear false lashes!! They feel so uncomfortable to me and I also start blinking way more than normal if I have them on! Over the last few years I’ve been able to fake falsies with four makeup products and one trick that makes all the difference.
Step 1: Before priming your lashes – curling them is step one. I use the Tarte one from the perfect duo set.
Step 2: This to me makes all the difference! The primer is a must for lengthening and priming those lashes! I change between Origins Underwear for lashesand Clinique’s Lash Primer. You’ll notice I’m pointing to the wrong eye π
Step 3: For the mascaras I use Maybelline Lash Sensational and Benefit’s They’re Real. You could use any of your two favorite mascaras’s, but I like using a lengthening mascara and one that gives volume which both of these do! I have to hit a tangent and say that Maybelline’s Lash Sensational is literally my favorite drug store mascara ever!! I’m on my third tube and everything from the formula to the wand is perfect!
Step 4: To finish you want to take your thumb or pointer finger and push your lashes back. The heat from your finger sets the mascara in place and gives it even more curl. I learned this little trick from one of the makeup artists at Sephora and have used it ever since!
Once you’ve finished these four steps your lashes will be long, curled and voluminous! If you look closely you can see that my lashes reach my eyebrows!
Do you have any secrets to great lashes? What’s your favorite mascara?
Mascara is the one product that I can't live without! Great tips, I will have to try the pushing back trick to finish them off!
Xoxo,
Whitney & Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
Great tips! I love mascara – it makes the biggest impact I think! I always fan out my lashes on the outside corner and always coat the top and underside of the lashes for extra definition!
Great make-up tips. Lately, I just keep buying all kinds of different mascaras to try new brands and compare them to the others I've used. I still think Estee Lauders Mascara gave me the best definition and length.
flawed-and-broken.blogspot.com
Thanks for the great tips!! They look great! π
Love these tips! I love fake lashes, but am too scared to put them on myself so this is a good way to fake the fakes lol.
Your lashes looks so pretty! I often have the same problem with lashes.. theyβre always uncomfortable and poking me in the eye!
I don't like wearing fake lashes because when they come off they tend to pull my own with them and that is heartbreaking hahahaha. Great tips and pics love seeing your gorgeous self!
I hate the faux lashes-too many toxins in the glue! But, I cannot wait to try this process for creating the effect…there are a few steps I have been apparently missing in my lash-game! Thanks for sharing:)
Girl your lashes are awesome!!! Definitely trying that last little trick.
Annie Reeves
Gorgeous!! I love that Maybelline mascara too!
OMG your lashes look amazing!! I have actually never used a primer before but I think you have convinced me I need to! You got me hooked on lash sensation! I love it!
<3 Shannon
Upbeat Soles
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Great tricks!
I've never been able to master fake lashes either! I always rely on mascara, and can't wait to try out that last tip to set them in place…thanks for sharing π
I cannot do fake lashes either! You look sensational and your lashes look like a pros! Way to go lady, cannot wait to do this!! Maybelline is still such a classic and their mascara formulas are so great! Have an amazing day!!!
livingoncloudandreanine.blogspot.com
I only do fake lashes for events and special occasions… and they bug me. One corner is always popping up, just one. These are great tips! I love Benefit's They're Real, works wonders on my stubby lashes, just a little pricey for my single Mom budget. Will def be trying your drug store fave!
I don't wear falsies on a regular basis, either. They're itchy and uncomfy- totally agree! You have great lashes, pretty girl. And great tips on making 'em look longer + fuller!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
You look beautiful! Thanks for the "throwing your eyelashes back" trick!
Your lashes look FABULOUS girl! I'm not a big false lashes person either, only when I'm getting my makeup done for a fancy event π
ah these are great tips girl! i am obsessed with benefit's they're real and i swear the mascara makes all the difference! i don't curl mine as they curl up pretty nicely on their own but i'm def going to be "setting" them like you showed us. yay π
cheshirekatblog.com
You have all the skills!!!!! I have the WORST eyelashes. I've seen babies with longer eyelashes than mine, lol!!!
your lashes are absolutely amazing. so jealous!!
i SUCK at curling my lashes. no matter what i do, they just don't work! i need to try a primer (when my shopping ban is over ahhhh). i loved the they're real but it is SO hard to get off! i will definitely have to get the lash sensational when my shopping ban is over… stupid shopping ban.
You look gorg!! I'm actually in the market for a new mascara, so I will have to try out that Maybelline one!
Yes!! Love these tips! Your lashes are amazing and I've never even heard of that Maybelline mascara. I've been loving Tarte's amazonian clay mascara I swear my lashes are twice as thick as normal as they aren't falling out anymore! I definitely need a primer though! Im pinning this post! xo
Ok you have gorgeous lashes to begin with! I never heard of that last tip, totally doing that from now on!!
Your lashes look perfect, and so long! I am happy I read this before putting on my makeup today, definitely going to have to try some of these steps, especially the one where you push them back. My favorite has been Tarte's Gifted, I've been using it for years and have noticed that I lose significantly less lashes.
prosecco in the park
I wore fake lashes for my sisters wedding and I totally agree with you about them being uncomfortable. It also hurts when you take them off. Its like you are ripping off your eye!! Anyways.. fab tutorial!!! Your lashes look amazing and I like that lip color that you are wearing. Thank you so much for sharing!! π
Your eyelashes are gorgeous!!!! I'm almost 35 years old and I've never worn false eyelashes. I'm with you…they look so uncomfortable! I need to get better about curling my eyelashes. I just did a blog post about beauty products today, and shared the Cover Girl mascara that I've been using. =)
Your lashes look amazing!! I'm going to have to grab that Maybelline mascara – I'm always looking for good drug store options!
xoxo Danielle
For the Love of Leopard
That tip about pushing your lashes back and up with your finger as a final step is genius! I definitely will be doing that from here on out. I'm with you on doubling up on mascara – my favorite combo is CoverGirl's LashBlast Volume and Clump Crusher formulas. You look gorgeous in these photos!
I am with you – I cannot do fake lashes! I did them for my wedding and that was it – I wasn't even really a fan of the feeling then. Benefit's They're Real is my absolute favorite – I could see a huge difference when I started using that.
I love that final tip! I never had to worry about curling my eyelashes until I got extensions. After those fell out my eyelashes grew out straight!
I always use a lash curler but I have not heard the finger trick. Will definitely try that next time I put on mascara. I love DiorShow and YSL mascara. Great post!
Traci
waltzmetoheaven.com
Your makeup looks great and so do your lashes! We will definitely have to try the last trick! Thanks for sharing π xo Winks and Eyerolls
I love the name of the primer – Underwear π I never knew there was eye lash primer!!!
I was wanting to stop & get some new mascara – I'm writing down that Maybelline name right now.
your lashes look so long & thick… thanks for sharing your tips!
Beautiful! I like the finger trick.
This is a great false lash tutorial! I love the idea of using your finger to set the mascara in place, that's brilliant! Happy Tuesday!
xo, Rachel
ablondesmoment.com
I've got to try a lash primer! You look gorgeous π
You have great eyelashes!! Thank those eyelash gods!!! π Happy Tuesday xo
You have great eyelashes!! Thank those eyelash gods!!! π Happy Tuesday xo
I love the finger trick, Biana! You have such beautiful lashes!
Wishes & Reality
Gorgeous! I bought that Maybelline mascara based on your recommendation and it is seriously the best! So thank you for that π Going to try the finger trick tomorrow!
Shannon
Clothes & Quotes
Great tips!!! I can't deal with false lashes either! I don't usually use a lash primer but I'm going to give those a try! …and I totally agree, Maybelline Lash Sensational is the best!!!
Kisses,
Sarah
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Awesome post – your lashes look great! I have Maybelline's Lash Sensational – but they never look too full. I'll have to try out the primer.
I definitely use a primer, I love the Lancome one. I have never tried Maybelline's Lash Sensational and they are one of my favorite brands so I am definitely going to hunt that down! I also loved your last tip, thanks for sharing with us, your eyelashes are gorgeous! XO -Kim
thethirtysomethinglife.com
Gorgeous! Using a lash primer really does make a big difference and I've never heard the tip to use your fingers to push back the lashes, but I am totally trying that next time!
I loooove thick bold lashes. I will try the finger trick next time. Thanks!
This is a great tutorial!! Thanks for sharing π
Kelsey
thepeacockroost.com
Your lashes look amazing! I've been wanting to try a lash primer but wasn't sure if it would make much of a difference – you have convinced me!
Annessa
seekingsunshine.com
I love false eyelashes. Thanks for the tutorial!
girl meets world
Great tips, I'm horrible with wearing false lashes too. Need to try this.
Mimi & Chichi
Awesome tips!! I am going to try the finger trick today, its brilliant!!
Your lashes look fab!! My roommate Sarah also uses 2 mascaras, maybe that's the secret!! And I need to break down and get a primer too.. I always forget about it. xoxo
Ok that's it. I'm trying the lash primer! Your lashes are gorgeous girl!! xo
What a great tip! i need to get some length on my lashes, I'll definitely try this out!
Beautiful! Unfortunately, I am WAY afraid of eyelash curlers! As in, I NEVER use them, eeek!
I love the tip about using your fingers! In high school, one of my friends taught me to hit the curler with a hair dryer for a few seconds to get it hot. That helps with the initial curl…but setting it is even better! I have loved both of those mascaras.
Gorgeous, girl! Curling my lashes is a total gamechanger, I do it pretty much every day. And for fancy occasions I definitely use the primer and two-mascara trick also. Never tried the fingertip tip though, that's a good one! Thanks for sharing π
You "fake" it like it's the real deal, my friend. I need to get more of the Clinique primer because it is absolutely life-changing!
Wow, that's great. Thanks for sharing!!
Your lashes look so great! I'm going to have to try this!
Oh wow! I love this post! I have always had the shortest lashes possible and fake ones terrify me. This is just what i needed to read!! I use the same mascara but don't prime or curl. Can't wait to add those steps!
I'd never heard of the finger trick before. I'll for sure try that! I love Makeup Forever's mascara. It curls my lashes while I'm applying it and makes them look so much longer!
good on you! yes, my eyes are always a bit wilted when I have falsies on. Your eyes look seriously great!
Ah good to know! I really need to start using primer more often. I'll have to try step 4 and I'm with you on Maybelline having some of the best drugstore mascaras.
These are great tips!! I have only worn false lashes for my wedding, but I really liked them! However, don't think I could apply it myself haha!
amemoryofus.com
You have gorrrrrrgeous eye lashes! I never thought to use a primer before a mascara! Definitely going to try that!!
This is so pretty! I've always wanted to try this!
Gorgeous, my friend!
Love this!! I have never used primer before, but I guess I should give it a go π
Gorgeous!! I have got to get a curler but am still terrified I'm going to rip my eyelashes out for some reason?! Love the trick of using your finger, too – can't wait to try that!
Loved your eyelash tips!! Using primer makes all the difference!!
pinkandnavystripes.com
Great tutorial. They look really long and full!
~Ashley @ A Cute Angle
acutelifestyle.blogspot.com
Your eyelashes look amazing! My younger sister always heats up her eyelash curler just a bit with her blow dryer. Well I tried it and I guess I got it too warm, because I ended up burning my eye lid. Whoops! Your method looks much safer for me. Haha! π
Totally agree with you about Maybelline's Lash Sensational. I can't give that stuff enough praise! I don't need false lashes with that stuff, it's stunning. I do like Better than Sex mascara, but it's pricey and I feel like it dries up more than I'd like it to. I'm totally the same when it comes to false lashes. I love the way they look on other people, but I haven't found ones that don't make me blink uncontrollably. (;
Love these tips! Thank you!
How gorgeous!!! Your lashes are stunning! I haven't curled mine in years, but clearly I need to!
I hate falsh lashes, too. When I wear mascara (I can be lazy about it), I like the Maybelline one in the pink tube. The brush is easy to work with.
I've never tried false lashes but I have super sensitive eyes so I'm sure they would bug me! Why use them when you have gorgeous lashes!
I've never used a primer! Great trick!