These are my secrets for how I achieved longer thicker lashes. I have in turn, have worn false lashes less often. Which, I feel like that has made my lashes thicker, not applying and removing falsies as much.
Ok, so first off, I use Boots No. 7 lash serum every night. This has made a huge difference with the length and thickness of my lashes. I've also used L'oreals and it works well, not as well as Boots though. You can also splurge a little more and get Revitalash, I've heard absolutely amazing things about that brand.
Another routine I have adopted into my evening face cleansing is the way in which I remove my eye makeup. I take oil-free makeup remover and two round cotton pads and soak the center of the pads, big enough to cover most of your eye. Lean your head back, place the cotton rounds on your eyelids and gently massage on your eye for 30-45 seconds. Also, gently press the cotton rounds into your lashes and around your eyeliner. When you remove the pads, most of your makeup and any falsies should be removed. To get every bit of makeup off, I flip the pads over and repeat. Remember, the skin around your eye is extremely sensitive and will wrinkle years earlier if you rub or stretch the skin. Really, I am for thorough, yet extremely gentle, cleansing on my face. You should treat your face very delicately and with care. Look into getting a cleansing lotion, as well. Soap is awful for your skin, stripping it of natural oils that help your skin keep looking healthy and glowing.
Now let's talk about eyeliner. The closer you get your eyeliner to your lash line, the better. This step alone will help you lashes look thicker. Another great trick is to "tight line" your eyes, which is lining the upper waterline. This subtle step makes a big difference, especially when I'm doing a heavy liner look.
Now, when it comes to curling your lashes, the right eyelash curler can make all the difference. If you have very straight lashes and they lose their curl easily or are hard to curl, then you need to invest in a Shu Uemera or Kevin Aucoin eyelash curler. They are worth the $20 and will last you more than a decade, they are so well made. I get by pretty well with my Revlon one. But my lashes stay curled a long time.
When curling your lashes, start near the base of your lashes and pump, pressing down for about one second each pump. Inch your way to the end of your lashes. If you only press down on one place on your lashes, you'll get a weird clamped look.
Mascara, in my opinion should always be black. I know brown can be more natural but I'm a platinum blonde and think it can look perfectly fine to wear black mascara for even the most natural of looks.
Start at the very base of your lashes, really move the brush back and forth, wiggling it as you swipe the length of your lashes. I love brushes with very hard bristles, I find them much easier to control and they tend to do a great job with lash separation.
Right now, my routine for getting full on, thick, long lashes is I start out with Prestige My Biggest Blackest Lashes. This is such an amazing mascara. It has great color payoff and
still leaves my lashes feathery and plush feeling. I use this for two coats on top and one coat on the bottom. Then, I go in with Covergirl Clump Crusher mascara. I LOVE this mascara for a second or third coat. It leaves my lashes with zero clumps and the bristles are very rigid so it does a great job at going in and separating every little lash so my lashes look super thick.
still leaves my lashes feathery and plush feeling. I use this for two coats on top and one coat on the bottom. Then, I go in with Covergirl Clump Crusher mascara. I LOVE this mascara for a second or third coat. It leaves my lashes with zero clumps and the bristles are very rigid so it does a great job at going in and separating every little lash so my lashes look super thick.
Also, I get every mascara in waterproof. Eye makeup remover has come a long way and waterproof mascara comes off with ease.
Hope these tips help!
No falsies!
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