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.

False eyelashes were recently referred to by ivillage.com as being "the Wonderbra of eye makeup." This just may well be the case as women all over the world are getting bigger, more beautiful and definitely more noticeable eyes as they hit the town wearing lashes that are less than genuine. What is genuine, however, is the amount of heads you will turn when you add these to your look in the correct way. If you are looking to come across as more alluring, more glamorous, and perhaps even a little mysterious, then false lashes may do the trick for you.

Nevertheless, wearing false eyelashes may be more than a little easier said than done. How do you choose between individual lashes or strips, glue or self-adhesive, black or brown, short or long, and even more options? Surely there are lashes out there perfect for you, but first let’s take a look at the history of these faux stunners to see where it all began.

Beauty legend has it that American movie director D.W. Griffith designed the first set of false eyelashes. While creating a motion picture in 1916, he wanted his leading lady to have lashes so long they graced her cheeks when she blinked or looked down thoughtfully.

A wig maker set to work creating the lashes out of human hair and gauze, and the result was movie magic. Unfortunately the film itself was not, and the screenplay became forgettable. However, the false lashes were remembered to the misfortune of Griffith who never formally made a claim to their fame and had his idea simulated, stolen, and altered in the decades to come.

Since 1916, there have been plenty of leading ladies and celebrities who used false eyelashes. Twiggy is an example of someone in the public spotlight who used falsies in the way that they were intended. Others unfortunately have not, picture Tammy Faye Baker & Liza Minnelli for example. False eyelashes are almost an art when it comes to appropriate use and application, therefore it takes time and patience to learn the trade.

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 starting out. It is always smart to buy a few different pairs at first, since you will most definitely make mistakes along the way, and you'll want to try out a variety of styles before settling upon what is going to work best for you.

There are a lot of tips and pointers available in beauty magazines and on the Internet to help you in your application of false eyelashes. Here are a few to get you started.

• False eyelashes should be applied last. Your foundation, powder, rouge, and eye shadow should all be on before you start messing with the lashes. However, be sure to leave your eyes free from mascara or any other lash product, for the false eyelashes will work best on a clean and bare surface.
• Put lash adhesive on your hand first and apply your strip or individual lashes through that first. Do not apply the adhesive or glue directly onto your eyelids, because if you make a mistake, it is going to be a painful reversal!
• False lower lashes are completely taboo in the skincare and beauty world, and should be outlawed, according to leading experts. If you absolutely must use them to get a balanced or even look, be sure to remain subtle and well trimmed with them. Beyond that, avoid lower lashes at all cost.
• Never sleep in your lashes. Chances are they will fall off during the night and get lost in your bedding, but even more importantly, they could cause damage to your skin and to your eyes. No matter how tired you are, honor that familiar rule of removing all makeup before bedtime, eyelashes included.

False eyelashes are a fun way to enhance your everyday look or maybe add a little spice to a special evening out. No matter what your reason, be sure to get informed before you use them, and refrain from sticking them on with no direction or idea of style. Aim to be a Twiggy rather than a Tammy, and you are sure to love your look.

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