Mineral Makeup:Apply false eyelashes like a pro

The eyes are the most expressive part of the face.  History has shown that eyes have always been the most represented makeup area and continues to be so this year.False eyelashes have been used in cinema and screen since 1916, when they were invented by American film director D.W. Griffith.Celebrity makeup artists use false eyelashes on almost all clientele, from Jessica Simpson to Lil” Kim.

Each celebrity and model has their own specific false eyelash fashion statement.  Oprah is famous for wearing her false eyelashes for days at a time.
Fall 2009 establishes again that false eyelashes are out in full force.  Models take to the runways demonstrating the latest fall fashion lines and makeup looks.
Fall makeup color palettes in dark plums, navy, gre…

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…

How to Apply Fake Eyelashes Like a Pro

If you want to apply fake eyelashes easily, a steady hand and a few makeup tips are all you need. For a celebrity-in-training looking to fatten up her eyelash game, fake eyelashes and false eyelashes are a great way to make your eyes pop instantly.

While in 2009 the FDA approved Latisse, a prescription eyelash treatment promising to plump up eyelashes in 8 weeks, most do-it-yourself makeup mavens are fine applying their own fake eyelashes in under 5 minutes flat.
With a dab of clear glue, drugstore eyelash extensions and your favorite mascara, you can apply false eyelashes to your own lids like a pro.
Instructions
1:Buy a false eyelash kit. A proper fake eyelash kit contains a pair of eyelashes, glue, and instructions. Take the false eyelashes out of the package and hold them …

Types of Eyelash Extensions

For certain extra drama to your evening look, try eyelash extensions for instant.

Although false eyelashes can be a little tricky to apply, they are fun to wear and add a distinctive dimension to your appearance on those extra special occasions. Natural Eyelash growth can be difficult to enhance, but extensions can give you the lush lashes that mother nature didn’t.
Types of Eyelash Extensions
False eyelashes are available in three types: full set strip, separate flares, or individual strands.
Strip Lashes
    * These are pre-made eyelash extensions in an attached strip. They are the most noticeable type and provide a flirtatiously fake appearance. Best for an evening look, they tend to be the easiest to use and offer the quickest application.
Separate Flares

How to Apply Eyelash Extensions

The following is a detailed step-by-step process of application for eyelash extensions. Keep in mind that false eyelash techniques take ample patience, practice and manual dexterity.

Before Application:After purchasing your first set of false eyelashes, no matter what type you have chosen, you will need to trim the length. You can opt to have them professionally trimmed or do the cutting yourself. To trim them at home, start by placing them lightly over the top of your lashes to measure the length you desire. With a sharp set of cuticle scissors, lightly cut the ends to the right length. Check against your lashes and cut more if necessary.
Step One:Apply a thin line of eyeliner pencil along your lash line where you intend to place your false eyelashes. This line can be used as a guide when applying and will…

How to Wear False Eyelashes

False Eyelashes can be fun and flirty, but they can also be a recipe for disaster if you aren’t sure what you are doing! Read on for information about this fantastic cosmetic accessory and learn how to wear amazing lashes the right way.

Act Like You Know What You’re Doing
    * Deciding upon which sort of lash to purchase is completely up to the user’s discretion. Individuals tend to look more natural, while strips are more striking and noticeable. Many women use individuals for day wear and strips for nights out, however the choice is completely up to you.
    * Despite the views of their inventor, false eyelashes usually look the most tacky when worn super long. Consider trimming the lashes or opting for a short to medium length, especially when you are first…

How To Apply Individual Fake Eyelashes

Unlike an entire strip of fake eyelashes, individual eyelashes can give the same oomph without being as obvious. With just a few strategically placed lashes, you can achieve a foxy fringy look in no time!

Step 1: Applying Glue
Dip the end of the knot into a drop of glue. Hold for a few seconds to let the glue become tacky but not dry.
Step 2: Applying Individual Lashes
Using tweezers, apply lashes to the outer corner of your eye. Place lashes about a millimeter or two apart from each other.
Work your way into the middle of your eye and end halfway.
Step 3: Finish With Mascara
Apply a thin coat of mascara to blend your real and false eyelashes.

How To Curl Your Eyelashes

How to curl your eyelashes 9 steps will show you how to use eyelash curlers so your lashes have the best curl.

Step 1: You will need
1 Eyelash curler
1 Mascara
1 Eyelash brush
1 hairdryer
Step 2: When to curl
Curl your lashes after applying your eye shadow, and just before the mascara.
Step 3: Preparation
Make sure that your curlers are clean and dry. Hold them in the hand you write with, like scissors, and open them out to a wide position.
Step 4: Postion the curler
Position the curler about mid way along the lashes,
Step 5: Curl
Make sure that all the lashes are between the clamps. Close and hold the curler, fully clamped on the lashes for a few seconds.
Step 6: Remove curler
Make sure the curler is fully open before removing it from …

How To Use And Apply Fake Eyelashes

Hair extensions, lip implants, face injections, oh my! There's an easier way to a red carpet look -- falsies! False eyelashes that is!

Step 1: Cut Back
Measure the strip of lashes to your own eye. Using small straight-ended scissors, trim off any excess from the outer edge. For a more natural look, trim the ends unevenly.
Step 2: Make It Stick
Carefully apply a very thin line of glue to the base of the strip. Allow the glue to dry just a few seconds before you move on to the next step.
Step 3: Apply Lash Strip
Using tweezers or your fingers, gently hold the false lash above your own. Apply at the outer corner of your eye first. A stripped cotton swab stick will help you get the false lashes as close as possible to your own lash line.
Step 4: Finish The Look
Use eye shadow as …