Tried and tested : False lashes mini review

I am a self confessed hoarder of false/fake eyelashes (or just lashes)! I wear them almost every day and am a strong believer that they are a great finishing touch for any make-up look day or night. 

 

I used to believe that false eyelashes were just something you'd rock on a night out, they were extremely difficult to apply, always too big for my eye shape so I would have to cut them (but then cut off too much, or from the wrong end!) and it was difficult to find the perfect pair to repurchase over and over again. 


I've tried several brands of lashes and sat though many YouTube tutorials on how to perfectly apply those little buggers, but it really is just practice! I've tried strips, individuals and pre-glued and all are slightly different to get along with. 

Pictures below: firstly my lashes coates in Bourjois Glamour curl mascara

Pictured below: straight after fake lash application (using duo glue; still wet obviously) 

So here it is, my run down, top tips, and overall review of fake lashes...

Why do I love them so much ?
I have fairly small eyes, so I don't tend to go for really heavy thick black eyelashes. Wispies, defining and lengthening sets are the most flattering for my eye shape because they really do open up the eye and add to a more polished make-up look(if applied correctly of course!). I genuinely feel more 'made up', pretty and girly whenever wear false lashes they are a great accessories to enhance any make-up day or night. 

Favourites
Currently my favourite set of lashes are extremely affordable at £3 for 5 pairs! Unbelievably great value this set by ViVi's Collection is extremely malleable, and a close dupe for the Ardell Wispies. I wear them virtually every day, they're very durable and great quality for the price, they remind me of the lashes Kylie Jenner wears. Theyre suitable day or night as they're fairly natural. 

Wispie lashes by ViVi's Collection available on their website click here 

Brands

1. Eylure
2. Ardell
3. Tanya Burr

Eylure are by far my favourite brand of lashes. Their range is never-ending, providing and array styles, length, thickness and even colour. From celebrity collaborations with the likes of Cheryl Cole and Katy Perry, to sets for the beginner, they even have starter kits which have a practice lash strip and plastic applicator. Malleability is very important in a good set of false lashes so that they are easy to manipulate when they're being applied (stiff, plastic falsies are a nightmare to use when you're trying to bring the corners in!). Eyelure lashes a nice and bendy, yet hold their shape well.  

Application 

You can watch countless tutorials on YouTube but the truth is practice makes perfect! 

Even now, sometimes it take me several attempts to perfectly apply lashes. The most important rule is that you use a well lit room, daylight is best I find, otherwise you might end up with what you think is a perfect application but you false lashes are no where near your lash line. 

My tip: I like to apply lashes with tweezers, first apply your glue of choice along the vein of the lash. Hold them with the tweezers for around 30 seconds to let the glue dry slightly then apply. Make sure you secure the middle of the false lashes to the middle of your lid which makes it easier to bring the corners in either side and position perfectly. 

There are a few brands that make false lash glue .. but my favourite by far is by Eylure. It has really great staying power and when the glue dries clear it doesn't leave any sheen or evidence that you've used the glue on your kids. YouTube favourite Duo comes in a close second however, sometimes I find that if you get the lashes really close to your own then when it comes to removal it's sometimes painful (because the glue is so strong!). Another point to make is that I find there to be a slight sheen when the glue dries, this is the only down side in my opinion but it's easily covetable with some matte black shadow or eyeliner. I've not tried and tested the tube made by Revlon, but I have heard good things about it on YouTube. As I've mentioned (quite a few) times I really do like the lashes by Tanya Burr, however I wouldnt rate the glue than comes in the box. I've tried using it several times but every time it really stings and irritates my eyes. Initially at a glance I did favour the clear product and assumed that it would work just fine, but I won't be reaching for it any times soon. Trusty Eylure for the win ( and duo on nights out)! 

Have a great day and thanks for reading :) 

Love Amy x