So you’re after longer, fuller looking eyelashes…aren’t we all?
But did you know that there may be a scientific reason behind why we like fluttery, long, dark lashes. As The Cut explains “the presence of healthy eyelashes can be a sign of overall health; several diseases, disorders, and congenital conditions can cause eyelash loss”. Wow.
They go on to elaborate that eyelashes also help emphasise the limbal ring, which is ”often associated with facial attractiveness, likely for evolutionary psychology reasons” as prominent limbal rings are associated with fertility.
Fascinating stuff, but you’re here to learn how to get your lashes looking this way, right? Well, without further ado, here are 5 IDEAL tips for longer, fuller looking lashes.
WEAR YOUR MASCARA RIGHT
We know what you’re thinking, that applying mascara is simple – just open the tube, pull out the wand and swipe it up and on, and you’re done. If only it were that easy.
A good mascara can boost your eyelashes in seconds, however, you’ve got to know how to apply it properly. Always start with a lash primer. Not only does a primer stop your eyelashes from clumping together, but as explained by Marie Claire “Cocktailed with your mascara, eyelash primers also boost the volume of spindly hairs and extend their length for a false-lash effect”.
Also, the nourishing ingredients in most eyelash primers stop your eyelashes from becoming weak and brittle, which in turn can help promote the natural growth of your lashes.
LASH TINTS
Eyelash tinting can make your lashes look longer, fuller and darker. You can easily purchase a kit for lash lift and tint online if you’re keen to DIY this process, or go to a professional beautician should you prefer to put your trust in an expert.
When it comes to looking after your lash tint, the first thing to do is to avoid getting them wet for a least 12 hours after you have them tinted. As Treatwell explains “giving the dye longer to settle is a tried and tested way to make your tint last longer”. They also advise avoiding oil-based cleansers which can strip the tint from your lashes.
REMOVE MAKEUP PROBABLY
Rubbing your eyelashes while removing makeup can cause your lash hairs to fall out prematurely. Use an oil-based remover which breaks down makeup, patting it off gently rather than pulling – otherwise, your lashes will likely fall out.
Read: 5 IDEAL reasons you should always remove your makeup off at night
GROW & CONDITION THEM
What? You’re saying you can grow your eyelashes? Well, the short answer is yes.
With the help of a product, of course. In fact, there’s one FDA-approved eyelash growth serum called Latisse that has been proven to make lashes fuller and thicker. As Cosmopolitan reports, “It was originally formulated as eye drops to treat glaucoma (high eye pressure), but doctors quickly noticed another unintended benefit: its ability to grow longer, thicker eyelashes”.
However, it’s only available by prescription, with a 30-day supply costing costs between $120 and $140.
Also, you condition your hair every time you wash it, so why not condition your lashes, too? There are lots of eyelash conditioner serums out there packed with biotin and plant peptides to help promote growth. Lavish Lash is one of the most popular currently on the market, and as Today reports, “the company offers a 30-day refund policy if you try it and decide it isn’t for you.”
Consider using vaseline too. While it won’t make eyelashes grow longer, as Healthline explains, “it can moisturise them, making them look fuller and lusher”.
FALSIES FOREVER
There was a time when we couldn’t go out without our falsies. However, heavy wear of false eyelashes has made many of us steer clear of them. But when put on right, they can still look natural, and frankly, fabulous.
The guys at Flutter Habit recommend prioritising ”lightweight lash segments…designed to cling to a larger number of lashes per segment to disperse the weight of the lashes across many of your natural lashes at once, rather than one individual eyelash bearing the weight alone.” This prevents any unwanted shedding occuring.
Whether you have almond shaped eyes, deep set eyes, hooded eyes, round eyes or mono-lidded eyes, there’s a false eyelash out there for you, you just need to make sure you’re wearing the right shape for your eye.
However, be careful as the adhesive and also the weight of the false eyelashes could cause your lashes to fall out when you remove them.
If you want to avoid glue altogether, consider magnetic eyelashes. As Starseed Makeup explains, these lashes are much more convenient than many other styles of fake lashes that you have to carefully stick on using some kind of adhesive. Check this website from Starseed for more information on that.
THE BOTTOM LINE
Long, full looking eyelashes have never been more desirable, and even more so in an age when we’re constantly looking for the perfect selfie for our social media page. We hope that you’ve found a new way to make yours look healthier today.