Troubleshooting: Eyelashes
There are many effective ways to create the illusion of lashes without false eyelashes.
Sparse eyelashes
For those with sparse lashes, try smudging dark shadow at the lash line with a liner brush and then applying two thin coats of mascara.
Pale lashes
Very light colored lashes sometimes don’t look natural with black or very dark mascara. Try light brown or henna-colored mascara for a natural look.
No lashes
When lashes have been lost due to alopecia or chemotherapy, a double application of powder shadow in a smoky shade helps create the illusion of lashes. First, use
a damp brush and powder shadow to line the lid close to the lash line, and then smudge the dry shadow from the lashes upward.
FALSE EYELASHES APPLICATION
This takes time, patience, and practice. Many women go to a professional to have them applied.
1 Use a lash tweezer to pick up a lash. Begin with small lashes.2 After dipping the lash in glue (use dark glue instead of clear) give it a few seconds to air dry partially.3 Start at the outside of the eye.4 Close your eye to continue the application.5 Gently build the lashes toward the center, using five to ten lashes.6 Use your finger to hold each lash until it dries.