Learn How to Apply False Lashes Like a Pro

Big lashes are big news. Fact. They’re the not-so-secret secret of the makeup industry and play a key part in many-a-celeb look. From Miley Cyrus' va-va-voom look to a few individual lashes to boost your outer lash line, they're versatile. And definitely worth perfecting.

Trouble is, most of us mere mortals hate them. Because we don't have a makeup artist on hand 24-7 to help us apply the slippery little suckers. But fear not, I quizzed MAC’s Senior Makeup Artist, Nicole Thompson and got her tips on perfecting a false flutter just in time for party season! Woot!
Go about your lashes the normal way: curl them, apply mascara and separate with a fan brush (very, very important) first. This will help you see what areas need a little more help.
Cut the false lashes in…

Apply false lashes like a pro

Any woman who has experimented with false eye lashes has no doubt run into trouble applying them at some point. In fact, most women never really master the technique, due in part to false lashes being packaged with little, if any, instruction.

But the length, fullness, and plain and simple blackness of a great set of falsies is unparalleled by any natural lash, no matter how much $30 a tube fancy mascara you layer over them .
So when you decide to try a pair of false lashes, take eye shape, styling of eye shadow (ie. smoky or natural), length and fullness of false lash into consideration. Then follow these steps for a perfectly applied false lash:
1. Make sure your eye makeup is complete (this should include eye shadow, eye liner, and mascara).
2. Apply a thin line (about the width of a needle) of…

Learn How to Apply False Lashes Like a Pro

Big lashes are big news. Fact. They’re the not-so-secret secret of the makeup industry and play a key part in many-a-celeb look. From Miley Cyrus' va-va-voom look to a few individual lashes to boost your outer lash line, they're versatile. And definitely worth perfecting. Trouble is, most of us mere mortals hate them. Because we don't have a makeup artist on hand 24-7 to help us apply the slippery little suckers. But fear not, I quizzed MAC’s Senior Makeup Artist, Nicole Thompson and got her tips on perfecting a false flutter just in time for party season! Woot! Go about your lashes the normal way: curl them, apply mascara and separate with a fan brush (very, very important) first. This will help you see what areas need a little more help. Cut the false lashes in ha...

Apply false lashes like a pro

Any woman who has experimented with false eye lashes has no doubt run into trouble applying them at some point. In fact, most women never really master the technique, due in part to false lashes being packaged with little, if any, instruction. But the length, fullness, and plain and simple blackness of a great set of falsies is unparalleled by any natural lash, no matter how much $30 a tube fancy mascara you layer over them . So when you decide to try a pair of false lashes, take eye shape, styling of eye shadow (ie. smoky or natural), length and fullness of false lash into consideration. Then follow these steps for a perfectly applied false lash: 1. Make sure your eye makeup is complete (this should include eye shadow, eye liner, and mascara). 2. Apply a thin line (about the width of a ...

How to Get Marilyn Monroe Eyeliner Makeup

Marilyn Monroe  eyeliner is the epitome of sultry. It’s sensual. It gives you the lusted-after “bedroom eyes.” She could make men drop to their knees, begging to take her out. It wasn’t because gentlemen prefer blondes—well, not in most cases. Marilyn just had a sensual look that had a whole lot to do with her curvy body, her sexy demeanor, and even something to do with her eyeliner. Get Marilyn Monroe Eyeliner Here’s how you can get her look too:1. After putting on your foundation, apply a base to your lids so your shadow will stick. Urban Decay Primer Potion is a good one, and so is MAC’s Beige-ing shadestick.2. Even out the appearance of your eyelid with a neutral shadow that matches your skin tone.3. Add a slightly deeper shadow color in t...