12.31.2011

How To: Use False Eyelashes

False lashes--they look like so intimidating, but they truly aren't. With just a little bit of practice, you'll be a pro in no time...or just in time for New Year's Eve. Enjoy!

1. Buy your lashes. I highly suggest natural-looking ones, like these from ELF--only $1. If your lashes are light, go for brown ones, otherwise it'll be obvious you're wearing false lashes. I suggest applying mascara before applying lashes, but that's my personal preference. I don't use eyeliner until I'm finished with everything.
2. Get to know your lashes. You'll notice the lashes are tacky and how the lashes start from small to large--this helps you identify which lash goes on which eye. Play with them a bit. Bend them. Maybe try putting them on. Does it help to start in the middle? Beginning? End?
3. Cut and paste. If you still feel intimidated, try my best tip: cutting the lashes in half (or even in third or fourths). Apply the glue and wait a minute. Make sure to concentrate glue on the ends.

4. Apply. How you apply them depends on if you cut your lashes or not. You might want to try just half lashes, focusing on the ends, if you'd like. The rule of thumb is to apply from the center out. It's easier for me to apply them from the end to the beginning, so that's how I do it. Get close to the lash line and match it up to your lashes. Press and then just keep lining it up until the end. Then gently press the beginning, middle, and end and let it set for a minute or two. Remember, you are not in a rush, so take your time. Just peel off the lashes and start over. Don't forget the glue!
5. Curl. Using an eyelash curler, curl your joined lashes together--I'm just about to do this in the picture above. Add mascara and eyeliner to your real lashes/lash line if needed. When the party's over, peel the lashes and store in the original container or discard. Enjoy!
Have a wonderful New Year's Eve! I'll see you next year!
Be safe, behave, and be well. Love, Elle

38 comments:

  1. Great tips hun, New Year's Eve is such a perfect occasion for glam false lashes!:)
    Happy New 2012 Year dear & best wishes!!!
    kisses
    Jelena (glamfabchameleon.blogspot.com)

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  2. Cool tips. although as a male I hope I never have to use false eyelashes haha

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  3. What a perfect post for today! There will be falsies all over the city I'm sure ;)

    Happy New Year!

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  4. NYE seems like the perfect time to use false eyelashes. The bigger the better, right?

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  5. Awesome! I've only worn fakes when someone else applies them for me. I've tried and always make a huge mess and just forget about it. ELF is so cheap, it wouldn't hurt to try again! Happy New Year!

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  6. Great tips!!! I have so many false eyelashes, but always struggle to put them on. Can't wait to try these tips out now.

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  7. Great tips For an awesome new year look! Have an awesome new year!!

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  8. You make it look so easy Elle, and I can't believe these are only $1 at ELF. I will have to give it a try, thanks for sharing!

    Hope you have a great New Year!

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  9. I love this post. I bought this same kit from e.l.f but the glue was dried out so it is sitting in my drawer.
    I need to try it out with a new glue.
    Have a great NYE.
    Daphne.
    http://fashiondivamommy.blogspot.com

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  10. I am totally intimidated. Of course, you make everything look easy:) You also have the most beautiful eye color!

    *Erin

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  11. Great tutorial hun! I apply them beginning to end too. Practice makes perfect! Happy New Year! xxx
    http://littlesequinbook.blogspot.com/

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  12. Great guide - I have a confession - I'm 25 and I've never tried false eye lashes. I'm so clumsy, I think I'm scared of glueing my eyes together, but maybe I should try!! xx

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  13. Great tips! The only time I've ever worn falsies was on my wedding day, but I'd definitely try them again. Happy New Year!

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  14. This is perfect! I've watched videos but can never get both lashes to look even. I definitely will try this again in my outfit post pictures in 2012. Happy New Year Elle!

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  15. I love false lashes - happy 2012!

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  16. yay win! I hate seeing people with falsies way about their eyelid line

    Bright Green Laces

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  17. wow, fabulous tutorial! we girls always got to "lash" out! haha

    Happy New Years 2012! x

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  18. i cannot wear them cause of my glasses :(

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  19. i don't think i have ever worn fake lashes...

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  20. Very cool tutorial, I may have to try false lashes sometime.

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  21. False lashes are a must for a party. It just adds the extra glam. Happy new year! xoxo
    http://hellofridaybypaik.blogspot.com/

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  22. If I had the lifestyle I would definitely wear falsies every single day ;)

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  23. i always thought these would be fun to try whenever i saw them in the store! (:

    happy big twenty-twelve, elle! sorry i've been just a little MIA on your blog lately...i've been at disney world but i'm back now! (: i really appreciate all of your sweet comments while i was gone.

    p.s. i'm having a giveaway and would love for you to enter! southernpinky.blogspot.com

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  24. They really do look awesome on - I am seriously thinking of starting to wear them for evening stuff and special occasions, especially considering that I usually put the focus on my eyes for the most part when I apply makeup - they would give an additional boost!

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  25. I love how they look, but I'm afraid to use them. I need to get over this fear. Sigh...lol

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  26. I've never tried false eyelashes before! I've always been afraid of it ^^ How do you go about removing them? Is it difficult or painful?

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  27. love this tutorial :D I'm such a big fan of lashes - and everyone always asks me how to put them on but I've yet to do a tutorial... definitely a great post! Btw i had no idea elf carries lashes! ;p

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  28. awesome post! My lashes are pretty long already, but I love using fake ones on special occasions for an extra pop. Thanks for the step by step. I never know the best way to do it.

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  29. LOVE this. I have used them before and they do make quite a difference!

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  30. False eyelashes have always been one of those little beauty treats I have been very curious to try but have never done. Great tips!

    http://stylespotlighted.blogspot.com

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  31. Thanks for the tutorial!! The lashes look amazing!

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  32. I love the look of falsies but I find they always start peeling after a few hours! Ah well.

    Happy new year!

    Leia

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  33. I must say they have always seemed intimidating to me and I have never used them, but you make it sound so easy!

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  34. I've never tried them, but would really love to.

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  35. This tutorial is so awesome Elle. You did a brilliant job! Although, I still wouldn't do it because I'm always rubbing my eyes and I know I would screw it up :-)).

    Reese
    http://rambleswithreese.etsy.com
    http://rambleswithreese.blogspot.com

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  36. Oh they always do the trick.
    Have a great week.
    Smile loads.
    xx

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  37. OMG your eyes are so pretty! I have a pair of eyelashes lying in my drawer but I never got around to using it..But I am going to do it after seeing your tutorial! Hope you are having a wonderful day!
    -Jyoti
    Style-Delights Blog
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