Everyday False Eyelashes: Why Not
Text: Yana Udalova
False eyelashes have become a familiar element of makeup. - just like a highlighter or bright lipstick. It is not necessary to choose classic black eyelashes of natural shape, because they can not only make the look more expressive, but also be a way of self-expression. Today, eyelashes for all occasions can be found in both professional and democratic brands, and learning to handle them is not so difficult.
Today, it became quite easy to experiment with the thickness and length of eyelashes. There are enough options: from building up and lamination to carcasses with cunning formulas and artificial beams. It is believed that false eyelashes came up with the legendary makeup artist Max Factor in 1927. At that time, Max was actively working with Hollywood stars, and the first woman to try on his work was actress Phyllis Haver, who played in the musical "Chicago". Already in our time, these eyelashes entered the everyday assenal, when the technology allowed at times to reduce the cost of their production. Thanks to Japanese make-up artists, artificial models have become more similar to real ones: the bend and thickness closest to the natural characteristics were calculated. At the same time, the first versions of eyelashes appeared.
With the help of overhead models, it is easier and cheaper to vary the length, thickness and color of the eyelashes (as opposed to the rather time-consuming build-up). Decorative does not spoil your own at all, the main thing is to choose approved brands for fixing the hypoallergenic glue. In addition, the most expensive and most budget kits are reusable, which is a good savings. With proper care and careful wear, they can serve you from one to several years. The main advantage is the variety of shapes and sizes, giving an endless field for experiments. Those who crave creativity should also pay attention to models made of unusual materials.
The most expensive false eyelashes are silk and fur: they look natural, but they are short-lived, require special care and are not suitable for those who avoid materials of animal origin. Eyelashes made of synthetic materials are durable and last much longer - in addition, their prices are much lower. Made, for example, from synthetic silk also look very impressive. The most exotic options are made from artificial or natural feathers and other materials.
At the dawn of the appearance of false eyelashes, it was possible to find only models of classic black color and natural length on the counters' shops, while women had only one task - to look so that no one could distinguish decorative eyelashes from natural ones. These times are long past - make your choice, relying on your taste. For a strict and discreet makeup, you can pick up eyelashes, the length and density of which are close to your natural. For this purpose, good models, hairs which are located cross-wise: they will look voluminous and thick, even without ink over.
Pay attention to the eyelashes of uneven length - they can even adjust the shape of the eyes. For example, eyelashes, lengthening to the edge of the eye, will give it an almond shape. For the same purpose perfectly fit eyelashes-corners for half a century: from the middle of the pupil to the outer corner. Eyelashes, lengthening in the center of the century, will give the eye a more rounded shape, and look will make open, a little puppet (belated hello to Halloween images). The already mentioned corner models will perfectly cope with this task if they are glued to the middle of the century. In order to create the effect of maximum thick eyelashes, you can use two pairs at the same time, sticking them on each other. For the most luxurious days there are eyelashes made from feathers or decorated with rhinestones.
The eyelashes stand apart. To create a cat-like look, you can add several elements to the outer corner of the eye. Using them evenly throughout the length, you can adjust individual desired characteristics. Unlike a single eyelash tape, beams are much more difficult to use: to learn how to glue them exactly, you have to train, and applying them even with professionals takes enough time.
Together with fashion, fashion came to color mascara and colored false eyelashes. On sale you can find all sorts of options: from discreet brown to bright yellow and pink, generously sprinkled with sparkles. They certainly look fabulous. Eyelashes of brown, blue or purple colors with a classic shape can make friends with a calm make-up, and candy shades (for example, bright pink) can easily turn you into a hero of a fantastic movie.
Eyelashes - the final touch of makeup, so they are better to use after you have applied the tone, powder and shadows. Some make-up artists advise using tweezers (you can find a lot of training videos on the Internet) to maximize the eyelashes along the eyelid line as accurately as possible, but in this matter it is better to rely on your habits and feelings: if you are more comfortable with makeup with your fingers, you shouldn’t to relearn In advance, “try on” the chosen model to see if it fits the size of your eyelids: if the eyelashes are too long, trim them slightly on the outside.
It is necessary to apply glue on the strip of eyelashes - either with a cotton swab or a brush, or by “dipping” the eyelashes in a small amount of the product; It is better to remove the surplus in advance. Do not overdo it, you need quite a bit. The main thing is to evenly distribute it over the entire length, and never apply it directly to the eyelid. The glue does not harden immediately, so you can easily align the eyelashes along the growth line of your own, and remove the unnecessary tool with a cotton swab. Do not leave excess glue to harden on the eyelid, because after drying it will be very difficult to remove it. In order for the eyelashes firmly entrenched, wait 2-3 minutes, but for sure you can come down to press them with the help of the same cotton swab.
At the end of the makeup, highlight the contour of the eye: eyeliner eliminates the difference between your eyelashes and false eyelashes. It is advisable to use a liquid agent, as it does not require pressing during application. As a final step, make-up artists recommend dyeing eyelashes with mascara, this will help not only to make them longer, but also “mix” them with yours.
You can remove false eyelashes with the usual eye makeup remover. Apply a little lotion and wait until it works, then gently pull the artificial eyelashes in the direction from the outer corner to the inner. The remains of glue from the skin, as a rule, are removed with warm water. In order for eyelashes to preserve their appearance, they need to be well cleaned of glue and neatly stored: do not fold or crease eyelashes, then they will look like new for a long time.
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