I've been dying to get lash extensions, but I haven't wanted to cough up the money, so DIY lash extensions sounded like the perfect alternative. Professional extensions also require a lot of upkeep and can take as long as two hours to apply. They won't be quite as dramatic more on that, below but they still do lead to long, fluttery, defined lashes that a simple tube of mascara simply can't compete with.
In an attempt to get the long, fluttery lashes of my dreams, I set out on my DIY eyelash extensions adventure. I was cautious, but I was pumped. Things were going well until I decided the glue was looking clumpy and the lashes weren't sticking on well, so I washed my face to get all the glue and lashes off and start over again. Big mistake. The glue got in my eyes, and it stung like holy hell. With one eye open, I even googled "getting permanent lash glue in eyes going blind" and prayed that I'd wake up with my vision the next morning.
It was bad. Thankfully, the next day, I was fine save for a minor headache , so I gave my eyes a rest for a few days and tried again. The second time around, I knew not to use so much glue and to work more quickly, as the glue tends to get tacky, and it dries fast while it's on the foil. I also applied a few of the shorter lashes toward the inner corner of my eyes. There was no clumping and no burning—just feathery, realistic lashes. To create a more realistic lash look, apply shorter lashes toward the inner part of your eye and gradually increase the length as you move towards the outer corner.
Even though my lash experiment was a total DIY, I tapped into lash expert and Ardell educator, Mae Manalo for proper aftercare instructions to learn how to get the most out of my DIY eyelash extensions.
In short, try to be as gentle with your lash extensions as possible for long-lasting results. When it was time to take them off, I will admit the process took a bit of elbow grease and patience. Some of the lashes were stuck on like concrete, so I needed to work at them with both my fingernails and a cotton ball soaked in the LashFree Remover.
This resulted in a few of my own lashes coming out cries internally , but it wasn't noticeable or too heart-wrenching. We did not create this post to scare anyone without a solid reason. We care about our customers, and we care about you. That is why we kindly ask you again to wait with getting a new set of lashes done by professionals and focus on nurturing your natural lashes instead - make them ready for your next visit to your favorite lash artist!
If you can't stand your bare eyes without fab lashes, good old falsies can be an excellent temporary solution. We recommend using cluster lash or strip lash with store-bought lash glue like from Ardell, NEVER with lash extension glue if you want to give yourself a little beauty boost in times like this.
Have any questions? Feel free to contact us at info bllashes. Use discount code THX 10 at checkout. BL Lashes. However, we are facing another dilemma: Can I apply lash extensions on myself? Why applying lash extensions on yourself is a bad idea: 1. Eyelash extension glue can be dangerous First, you should know what lash glue is made of. You don't know which product is right for you. The danger of gluing lashes together But it is not only the ingredients of the adhesives that put your eyes in danger - it is also the glue itself.
Badly applied eyelash extensions and cluster lashes Attaching lash extensions to your own lashes while looking at a mirror is a nearly impossible task for proper isolation. Sharp tweezers Most of the tutorials showing how to apply lash extensions are given by people who have passed at least a course or two for lash artists. A doubtful result When choosing to get your eyelashes done by a lash artist, you surely check out her previous work, reviews, and reputation.
And in recent years I've sworn by in-salon lash extensions to achieve the fluttery lash look I so love. Honestly, there's simply nothing better than waking up with a little eye drama. But after a year of going to the salon for lash extensions every few weeks, I was over it: I started to notice that my natural lashes were becoming sparse.
And I got sick of the application process, which was long and, well, a little scary. It involves getting your eyelids taped shut while a technician glues false individual lashes to each of your real ones.
If, like me, you suffer from anxiety, it's an hour spent freaking out about whether or not you'll still be able to see once the application is complete. All said, I still missed them Every. So when I first stumbled upon Lashify reviews, I was hooked.
It's a set of at-home DIY eyelash extensions that, if applied properly, can last anywhere from three to five days. Here's how it works: You receive a control kit with two sets of lashes, two types of adhesive clear, which I prefer, and black , a tweezer-type applicator, and an adhesive sealant that magically removes residual stickiness on the glue.
The lashes, or "gossamers," come in tiny little pods with a set for each eye; they're cut into small strips that are about one fifth of an inch long. Depending on your eye shape and size, you'll need around four to seven little strips—I typically use five. They're each applied with the special glue, which is similar to but not nearly as strong as the adhesive used for in-salon extensions.
Then you clamp them into place with the included tweezers, and clean up the glue with the sealant. View on Instagram. The difference between these DIY eyelash extensions and regular falsies lies in two things: the adhesive, which lasts much longer than typical lash glue, and where you apply them.
I prefer a voluminous and dark look, and as curly as possible. I personally use 0. For a cat eye mapping, I go from size 9mm to 12mm from inner to outer eye. The great thing is that once you find the thickness and curl you prefer, most eyelash extensions are sold in a set. The sets range from about 8mm to 15mm so you can try different lengths to achieve the look you are going for.
I like this variety kit by Quewel. These are also a flat shape so the lashes will usually last longer. You can also try pre-made fans for added volume. Jade Stone — This tool might seem a bit random, but you will find that the glue will dry or harden as you are working. A jade stone will keep this from happening by keeping the glue at a cool temperature. Disposable Eyelash Glue Stickers — I made a mistake the first time I did my own eyelash extensions and put the glue right on the jade stone.
Big mistake! It dried and was impossible to remove from my jade stone. With the disposable eyelash glue stickers , I can easily dispose of the glue each time I do my own lash extensions. Again, these are so cheap to buy, so pick up a few. Disposable Eyelash Brushes — I love to brush my natural lashes before I apply each eyelash extension. You can buy a back for really cheap. You can have several at home, in your purse, and in your car.
Most of the above tools are a one-time purchase. After you experiment with a few different eyelash types and glues, and find the right one, a set of individual eyelashes can last more than a year. As I said before, if you want to do your own eyelash extensions is not an easy thing to do.
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