Thick and long eyelashes are the desire of many women, but not all have them. Are you jealous of a friend with long eyelashes? Luckily, there are a number of makeup techniques you can use to make your lashes appear longer, as well as many home remedies to lengthen your lashes.
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Method 1 of 2: Make Lashes Look Longer
Step 1. Use eyeliner to define eyelashes
Use a shade that is slightly darker than your natural eyelash color. The goal is to create the impression that at the roots there are more hairs than there really are. This will create the impression of thicker eyelashes.
- Apply waterproof eyeliner to the inner line of your lashes to add the illusion of length without extending to the lid area. With a small brush, brush the eyeliner on the roots of the upper lashes. This gives the illusion of a dark lash line. If the line is slightly extended to the outer corner of the eye, the eyelashes will appear longer too.
- If you want to try something more difficult, consider tight-lining. This technique requires an expert hand to apply the eyeliner between the roots of the eyelashes to create a fine line along the eyelid.
Step 2. Apply mascara
In general, mascara will make your lashes appear thicker and longer, as long as you use quality mascara that doesn't clump. Choose a mascara that says voluminous on the packaging, like Voluminous Butterfly from Maybeline.
- The secret to creating the impression of longer and thicker lashes is to apply mascara from the base of the lashes, then slowly sweep to the tips. Apply a small amount of mascara to the eyeshadow brush, and brush it on the roots of the eyelashes. This creates a bold effect. For extra effect, add a layer of mascara, then brush in powder. After that, apply mascara again. Powder will make eyelashes appear thicker.
- There are mascara brands that contain “eyelash primer,” which is usually a white product that is applied like mascara. Use before mascara to add length, condition, and enhance eyelash color (especially people with colored lashes).
- As a bonus, some mascaras like Rimmel London have serums designed to help lengthen lashes faster.
Step 3. Curl the eyelashes
Straight eyelashes usually look short. Although long, the impression is still short because of the point of view. The curler will make your lashes more curly, but do it slowly and carefully. Do not pinch the roots so that they break and fall prematurely.
Start from the basics. Curl the base of the lashes for 10 seconds. If you want a tapering effect without sharp bends, pinch in the center area. If you pinch too often, the eyelashes will curl until they touch the eyelids, and the effect is not at all attractive
Step 4. Apply false eyelashes
If you look at celebrity photos, many are wearing false eyelashes (with expert application). Actually, it takes a lot of practice to wear false eyelashes until it achieves natural and neat results. However, if you master this technique, your lashes will look very long.
- The first step is to curl false eyelashes. Make as perfect as possible before use. Cut with small scissors so that it is even and not too long because what you are looking for is a natural result. False eyelashes that are too long will look really fake. Then, take the glue that came with the false eyelashes, and apply 2 to 3 drops to the base. Leave it for 5 to 6 seconds. Apply from the outer corner of the eye inwards. Finally, blend with natural eyelashes using mascara.
- To remove false eyelashes, use the removal serum provided or apply a small amount of petrolatum jelly to the edges of the eyelashes. Wait 10 seconds, then drag from the edge to the center. Do not just pull it out because there is a possibility that the original eyelashes will be pulled out.
Step 5. Try eyelash extensions
If you can afford it, choose professional eyelash extensions that give natural and beautiful results. The installation process is usually about two hours at various prices, but will last for months with occasional maintenance.
If you opt for extensions, washing your face will be more difficult. You can't put too much pressure on the eye area without risking the extension falling off. The eye area should be cleaned carefully or use a cotton swab to clean natural eyelashes
Method 2 of 2: Lengthening Eyelashes
Step 1. Clean
The process of lengthening eyelashes begins with cleanliness. Remove oil, dust, or makeup that clogs eyelash follicles. Cosmetics tend to cause eyelashes to fall out and reduce the lid's ability to grow new eyelashes.
Remove eye makeup gently and thoroughly before going to bed. It is not good to leave cosmetics on your eyelashes for a long time, and over time it will also make it difficult to apply makeup
Step 2. Don't rub your eyes hard
When your eyes itch or are allergic to the weather, make sure you don't rub your eyelids. Use eye drops or other allergy medication to reduce irritation and redness. Rubbing will make the eyelashes fall out faster. In addition, the eyelashes will also become clogged with dust, dirt, and other particles that must be cleaned again. If you want to massage your eyelids, go ahead, but make sure your hands are clean and not rubbing too hard.
Step 3. Apply the oil on the eyelashes
Apply olive oil, castor oil, or Vaseline (petrolatum jelly) to your eyelashes before going to bed at night. When used regularly, oils and commercial products like DiorShow Maximizer can add volume, length, and curl to eyelashes.
- Wet a clean mascara wand (or cotton bud) with the oil and sweep it over the lashes from base to tip. If you want, try heating the oil first. Make sure the temperature is slightly above room temperature and not too hot. If the oil is too hot, the skin will burn.
- After that, pat the lashes with a tissue or cloth to remove excess oil. Leave it on for a few hours or overnight, depending on how dry your lashes are. Do it every two weeks. If it is too frequent, the follicle will become clogged.
Step 4. Try using green tea
If you don't want to use oil, try green tea. Take a cotton bud, soak it in steeping green tea, and apply it on the eyelashes. In the morning, wash thoroughly. Do it for 2 weeks every night for significant results.
Step 5. Use petrolatum jelly
Petrolatum jelly from Vaseline has been a mainstay of many people for decades. Apply this jelly before going to bed and wash it off in the morning. If you're not a fan of petrolatum jelly, Vaseline also provides other jellies that don't contain petrolatum.
Step 6. Eat certain foods that can lengthen eyelashes
The key is a healthy diet. Focus on foods rich in protein and vitamins. Foods such as fish, eggs, nuts, and yogurt will help lengthen eyelashes. Salmon is a great source of omega 3 fatty acids, which help in the growth of nails, hair and eyelashes. Many women also take a B-complex vitamin known as Biotin for longer, healthier eyelashes and hair.
Step 7. Consult a dermatologist
A dermatologist may suggest an eyelash growth drug that is approved by BPOM. In America there is a product called Latisse which has been approved by the FDA. The only side effects of Latisse are eye irritation, redness, and itching. Usually, dermatologists will only recommend Latisse in cases of short or absent eyelashes that are considered harmful to health. Remember that the main function of eyelashes is to block dirt and foreign objects from entering the eye.
There are also over-the-counter remedies that a dermatologist may suggest. This alternative is cheaper, but its efficacy is not inferior to Latisse. For example, Rapidlash, Revitalize, and Prolash
Step 8. See a plastic surgeon
This is the most extreme method for having longer lashes. Plastic surgeons can transplant hair follicles from the scalp to the eyelids. Although it can provide long eyelashes, recovery is very painful and can interfere with vision for several weeks. Because hair follicles are different from eyelash follicles, some patients report that they have to trim their eyelashes after surgery.
