These names characterize:

• the thickness of the waxes;
• flexibility;
• softness;
• the density of eyelashes.

1. Mink - eyelashes are as close to natural as possible. They are the thinnest - 0.1 - 0.12 mm hair.
2. Silk - These lashes are thicker and have a glossy sheen. Hair thickness - 0.15-0.25 mm.
3. Sable - the thickness does not differ from silk, but these eyelashes are softer and more elastic.

False Eyelash Curl Marking

One of the characteristics of the shape of the eyelashes is their curvature.

It is designated by letters of the Latin alphabet.

• J - almost straight eyelashes, with a slight curl.
• B - light natural curve.
• C is the most popular curl of the lashes, making the eyes more expressive.
• D (CC) - heavily curved lashes for a glamorous look.
• Sometimes for eyelashes, other markings are used according to the type of bend, also denoted by Latin letters.

Ribbons, bundles and single hairs

It is most common to use eyelashes on a tape that is attached along the growth line of natural eyelashes.

The procedure for gluing eyelashes at home will take a little time, if you follow the step-by-step instructions and advice from cosmetologists.

Using eyelashes gathered in bundles of several hairs looks more natural and can be worn longer without removing them. For eyelash extensions, you need to visit a master lashmaker, since it will be difficult to carry out such a procedure yourself at home.

All the colors of the rainbow

The classic color of artificial eyelashes is black. For blondes, light brown-haired women or redheads, dark brown eyelashes are perfect.

Eyelashes in non-natural colors such as red, blue or green are used for decoration. Individual colored cilia are attached to the outer corners of the eyes.

For every day or for the occasion

For everyday wear, it is best to choose false eyelashes that are closest to natural. This means that they should not be too long and with a natural curve. To enhance the effect of such eyelashes, for example, for evening make-up, you can use ordinary mascara.

If the eyelashes are made on the occasion of an event, then it is quite possible to give preference to long eyelashes with a strong bend and even decor on them:

• rhinestones;
• feathers;
• colored inserts.

The main task when choosing eyelash glue is to choose a product that will not cause allergies and fix the material well.

Types of eyelash glue

• Resinous glue. The main component of this glue is tree resin. Its advantages are strength and reliability, water resistance. The main disadvantage is the appearance of allergies when using it.
• Rubber (latex) glue. Glue based on rubber powder, suitable for gluing both natural and artificial eyelashes. This glue is often used for gluing bundles. It fixes the material qualitatively and for a long time. It can also cause allergic reactions, due to its viscous consistency, it has a long drying time.
• Rubber glue. It is made from rubber treated with a special method. In rare cases, it causes allergies. Has a black color, perfectly fixes eyelashes, is used for gluing single eyelashes.
• Silicone glue. Its base is silicone. Strong glue for strip and beam eyelash extensions. The main advantage is hypoallergenicity, resistance to water and other influences. Disadvantage - glue is not used for eyelash extensions.

It is important to know! Before using the selected eyelash glue, you should check your reaction to the composition. If an allergy occurs, you should choose a different glue or completely abandon the beauty procedure.

Popular brands of eyelash glue

A tip for beginners! Eyelash glue is available in white (transparent after drying) and black. If there is no experience in glueing eyelashes, it is better to give preference to white glue, which will not give errors.

In addition to glue and false eyelashes, for the procedure at home you will need:

1. Tweezers with fine, curved tips.
2. Mirror, preferably enlarging the image.
3. Eyelash remover, remover. It will be needed in case of correction, re-gluing of eyelashes, it is used to completely remove them.
4. Container for glue if the tube does not have a special spout.
5. Cotton swabs / thin brush / toothpicks - will be needed to apply glue and fix the eyelashes.
6. Tonic for degreasing the eyelids, it provides better adhesion of the adhesive.
7. Curler for your own eyelashes to give them the same curl as the glued ones.

How to choose the right tweezers

For the procedure you will need:

• tape eyelashes,
• glue,
• tweezers,
• toothpicks / cotton swabs,
• mirror,
• nail scissors,
• Eyeliner,
• curling tongs.

All this should be prepared in advance so as not to be distracted in the process.

Tape eyelash gluing process

1. Degrease your eyelids with tonic.
2. For the convenience of gluing the tape with eyelashes, draw thin arrows on top of the hairline.
3. Pre-try on the tape on the eyelid, remove excess, if necessary. Take the eyelashes out of the packaging and bend them several times so that they take the desired shape. The tape should be shortened equally on both sides so that the length of the hairs remains uniform. Re-try.
4. Curl your eyelashes with tweezers, so that the bend of natural eyelashes does not differ from glued ones.
5. Holding the tape with tweezers, apply a thin layer of glue, wait for the prescribed time according to the instructions for thickening the product. Gently attach the tape to the eyelid, on top along the edge of the drawn arrow. Draw a toothpick along the tape, pressing it against the eyelid for better fixation. Do the same with the second eye.

It is strongly not recommended to apply glue to the eyelids!

6. Then wait a few minutes for the glue to dry. Mask the place of gluing with a liner.

How to glue tape cilia

For gluing the bundles, you will need the same tools and means that are used for gluing strip eyelashes.

Bundle bonding process

1. Degrease eyelids and eyelashes with toner.
2. Curl your own eyelashes with tongs.
3. Draw thin arrows with a pencil, carefully painting over the base of natural eyelashes.
4. Squeeze eyelash glue out of the tube onto a flat surface. Take the bundles by the edge with tweezers and lower the base into the glue. Having sustained the necessary time for the glue to dry, glue the bundle to the eyelid, placing it between your hairs.Use tweezers or a toothpick to press the base of the beam to fix it.
5. The bundles should be glued alternately, one for each eye. This is necessary in order to glue them symmetrically.
6. After completing the procedure, apply shadows, make the arrow with a liner and lightly tint the eyelashes with mascara.

Tape eyelashes are quick and relatively easy to stick, but they have a limited wear time. Experts advise taking them off at night, which means that their service life is short. They can be worn continuously for up to 2-3 days.

Tape eyelashes are removable, you can rinse them with a brush, dry them, remove glue residues and put them in the box in which they were sold. With proper care, strip lashes can be used daily for up to 2 weeks.

When doing makeup using strip false eyelashes, it is not advisable:

• use fat-containing shadows or pencils in makeup, as this will affect the quality of the glue adhesion;
• rub or scratch your eyes, avoid mechanical impact on the eyelashes;
• to allow water, snow to enter the eyelashes.

The bundles have a longer wear life. In order for the beams to have a longer operating time, you should:

• avoid mechanical stress on eyelashes;
• wash your face with cool water, as hot water negatively affects the glue;
• do not use cosmetics with fatty components to remove makeup;
• do not constantly apply mascara and use a special brush for combing eyelashes according to hair growth.

All these tips are relevant for piece-by-piece eyelashes, the wear period of which ranges from 3 to 8 weeks.

Correction is carried out for eyelashes extended with bundles or piece by piece:

• The dropped bundles should be replaced with new ones. This procedure will almost always allow you to have thick and long eyelashes. However, lashmakers recommend regularly resting your eyes from false eyelashes.

  

• With piece-by-piece build-up, the master performs the first correction after 3 weeks, the second may be required only after a month.

To remove false eyelashes you will need:

• cotton pads;
• tweezers;
• remover or make-up remover, you can use cosmetic oils that do not cause allergies.

How to remove false eyelashes correctly

1. With a cotton pad with the selected product, wipe the lash attachment line with light movements. Leave the product on for 2-3 minutes.
2. With tweezers, grab the eyelashes as close to the tape as possible and gently pull from the outer corner of the eye to the inner corner.
3. Wash with lukewarm water and remove residual glue and products.

Do not pull too hard or pull off the false eyelashes sharply, so as not to injure your own hair!

To remove the bundles, you will need to remove each bundle with tweezers separately, after pretreating the eyelids with a fat cream or oil. Then also wash your face with warm water or wipe your eyelids with a tonic.

What situations should you be wary of

1. Poor glue can cause irritation or severe allergic reactions. Care should be taken when choosing materials.
2. The glue should be applied only to the eyelashes, never to the eyelid.
3. When removing false eyelashes, you should be very careful when choosing a remover, means for removing eyelashes. The remover or debonder sometimes contains corrosive substances. In this case, you can apply a fat cream with neutral ingredients or natural cosmetic oils.
4. When removing false eyelashes, tape / tufts should be carefully removed to avoid damaging natural eyelashes.

It is not recommended to wear false eyelashes:

• those who are prone to allergic reactions;
• women and girls who constantly wear contact lenses, as this is an additional burden on the eyes.

Stylists advise against using false eyelashes for those with large facial features. Long eyelashes on such a face will further enhance its features.But this is a personal matter for everyone, since the variety of products produced allows you to find the optimal solution. You can stick eyelash tufts in just the corners of your eyes. This will visually lengthen the cut of the eyes, and make them more expressive on any face.

Step-by-step procedure on how to glue eyelashes - bunches at home, video.

To stick the bundles only on the outer corner of the eyelid, you should decide on the shape and density of the eyelashes, first try on the bundles. For such a procedure, it is better to choose bundles that are not much longer and thicker than natural ones, longer and too voluminous bundles will not look natural.

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