False Eyelashes??
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NewlyMACd
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Hey I am new to them as well. Like 2 days new
I went and got some of the Ardell's from the drugstore. They were $2.99 or $3.99 I can't remember. So sad. Anyway. The DUO glue I got because I heard about it a lot. I got the clear/white kind. I don't like it because I have dark skin and when I put them on, I could see it. So I'm going to buy the black glue. So if you are light you can probably get the white clue and have no issues. Now for me, I had issues putting on the full set lashes so I opted to buy the individuals from the beauty supply for like $1.99 and used those. So much better. Takes more time but better for me and easier to work with. I havne't given up on the full sets but as of now, I prefer the individuals.
BEA2LS
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Thanks - I'm as pale as a ghost so the white glue should be okay - but I do plan on wearing black eye-liner so would that look funny?
Thanks so much for your advice, i thought the full set would be easier?? maybe not, it seems.. thanks so much!!
Originally Posted by NewlyMACd
Hey I am new to them as well. Like 2 days new
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Thanks - I'm as pale as a ghost so the white glue should be okay - but I do plan on wearing black eye-liner so would that look funny?
Thanks so much for your advice, i thought the full set would be easier?? maybe not, it seems.. thanks so much!!
jdechant
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Hey...the Duo glue is sold at MAC. I would recommend it!! It works really good...but it does take a while to get tacky on the lash line..I used to think it only took 30 seconds, so I would put on the lash and the glue would still be wet and had a hard time sticky properly..so when you do put the glue on the falsies...wait a while until the glue gets tacky to the touch...I am not sure if there is any drugstore glue that works good though...
| Originally Posted by BEA2LS
Thanks! Not to sound dumb but do they sell the glue at the store, too? For whatever reason this is all new to me |
Hey...the Duo glue is sold at MAC. I would recommend it!! It works really good...but it does take a while to get tacky on the lash line..I used to think it only took 30 seconds, so I would put on the lash and the glue would still be wet and had a hard time sticky properly..so when you do put the glue on the falsies...wait a while until the glue gets tacky to the touch...I am not sure if there is any drugstore glue that works good though...
BEA2LS
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Hello, thanks - i remember hearing about it now!!
I planned on going to MAC anyway
but like I said, i just wanted the actual lashes to be kinda on the cheap side so I can play around with them first.
Thanks everyone for this great advice! I cannot believe I never really messed with them before, it seems like such an obvious thing for me to do!
Thanks everyone for this great advice! I cannot believe I never really messed with them before, it seems like such an obvious thing for me to do!
photogeek
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hey- first of all yay for getting into lashes!
once you get it down (it's really just practice.) you'll never regret it
gotta run, so will try not to write my usual novel:
- Ardell lashes are my favorite drugstore (d/s) lashes and they have a huge line, they're one of the classic, standard brands that everyone knows and you can find about anywhere (usually between $2-4)
- DUO Adhesive can be found at Rite Aid and CVS (probably other d/s as well) and it'll be with the lashes in the nail and beauty isle. Ardell makes glue as well, but nothing compares to DUO (even MAC only sells duo, they don't bother making their own!) and it's usually under $5 and will last you forever. There is 'clear' and 'dark'- clear is more forgiving if you are just starting and want to be able to shift the lash around a bit while the glue is drying but when you get the hang of it I think the dark looks more polished.
- to begin with, #108 lashes and 'babies' lashes are the most natural imo, they're both pretty short but definition and volume and work really well if you have short lashes like me
otherwise, check out #109s and #110s which are staple 'natural' lashes. if you want to try a bit more drama, then 'luckies' are fantastic since they're a bit more edgy and are darker than the 108-110s
- another way to start is by using 1/2 lashes (pretty much the outer 1/2 of strip lashes) to apply to the outer corners of your eyes. sometimes you can find them in stores (ardell makes some) but you can also just cut regular lash strips in half. when I was first starting, by biggest issue with full strips was getting the inner corner to place and stick properly and with 1/2 strips you won't have that problem and can get some more practice first
- also, like NewlyMACd said, if you want to experiment with 'singles' (called 'flares' usually) which are little knots of about 6 lashes that come in about 3 different lengths, some people find them easier to work with than the strips
hth! sorry that I wrote so much, lol
meg
ps- make sure you have some tweezers on hand, especially if you go the singles route, it'll make your life a lot easier since you'll be able to see what you're doing rather than having your hand block the view
goodluck! have fun with it
once you get it down (it's really just practice.) you'll never regret it
gotta run, so will try not to write my usual novel:
- Ardell lashes are my favorite drugstore (d/s) lashes and they have a huge line, they're one of the classic, standard brands that everyone knows and you can find about anywhere (usually between $2-4)
- DUO Adhesive can be found at Rite Aid and CVS (probably other d/s as well) and it'll be with the lashes in the nail and beauty isle. Ardell makes glue as well, but nothing compares to DUO (even MAC only sells duo, they don't bother making their own!) and it's usually under $5 and will last you forever. There is 'clear' and 'dark'- clear is more forgiving if you are just starting and want to be able to shift the lash around a bit while the glue is drying but when you get the hang of it I think the dark looks more polished.
- to begin with, #108 lashes and 'babies' lashes are the most natural imo, they're both pretty short but definition and volume and work really well if you have short lashes like me
- another way to start is by using 1/2 lashes (pretty much the outer 1/2 of strip lashes) to apply to the outer corners of your eyes. sometimes you can find them in stores (ardell makes some) but you can also just cut regular lash strips in half. when I was first starting, by biggest issue with full strips was getting the inner corner to place and stick properly and with 1/2 strips you won't have that problem and can get some more practice first
- also, like NewlyMACd said, if you want to experiment with 'singles' (called 'flares' usually) which are little knots of about 6 lashes that come in about 3 different lengths, some people find them easier to work with than the strips
hth! sorry that I wrote so much, lol
meg
ps- make sure you have some tweezers on hand, especially if you go the singles route, it'll make your life a lot easier since you'll be able to see what you're doing rather than having your hand block the view
goodluck! have fun with it
photogeek
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oh and 'pps' lol-
just saw your question about clear glue with black liner and what I'd suggest is just 'painting' over any spots that look a little too white with some black gel liner (like blacktrack) or with mascara that you put onto a small brush. I always end up painting at least one little spot on the top of the lashes when I use the light glue (or even the dark stuff, it dries to a pretty dark gray really, not blackblack)
k, going now!
m
just saw your question about clear glue with black liner and what I'd suggest is just 'painting' over any spots that look a little too white with some black gel liner (like blacktrack) or with mascara that you put onto a small brush. I always end up painting at least one little spot on the top of the lashes when I use the light glue (or even the dark stuff, it dries to a pretty dark gray really, not blackblack)
k, going now!
m
jdechant
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Yah, this trick works great..In my opinion, also helps to seal the lases on better...I would definitely play around with the cheapies first..get the hang of it and then splurge on MAC ones..lol..I still am using the cheapies cause I don't feel like I have enough practice yet..GOOD LUCK!!
| Originally Posted by photogeek
oh and 'pps' lol- just saw your question about clear glue with black liner and what I'd suggest is just 'painting' over any spots that look a little too white with some black gel liner (like blacktrack) or with mascara that you put onto a small brush. I always end up painting at least one little spot on the top of the lashes when I use the light glue (or even the dark stuff, it dries to a pretty dark gray really, not blackblack) k, going now! m |
Yah, this trick works great..In my opinion, also helps to seal the lases on better...I would definitely play around with the cheapies first..get the hang of it and then splurge on MAC ones..lol..I still am using the cheapies cause I don't feel like I have enough practice yet..GOOD LUCK!!
shyste
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.....and I confess I am a lash whore!...I name them all hooker lashes, church lashes, work lashes..etc..lol! If you can't find lashes in your area ( I don't try anymore)..try this site Online Shoppe for Discount Ardell false eyelashes, fashion lashes, duralash eyelashes, Invisibands lashes!...they are a lil cheaper and you get better deals esp if you buy in bulk....you can try promocode eten...should still be good and they ship fast and you get a free pair when you buy...just enter freebie in the comment box! hth
| Originally Posted by Luceuk
I wish I could get Ardell at drug stores here, I need to go to Sallys for some. I've wanted to try them for a while. |
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hhunt2
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I have mostly Adrell lashes and a few halloween ones. lol. But they are really nice (black lashes with subtle rhinstones on them; pretty pretty).
When I first started wearing/collecting lashes, I had bought 2 sets from Longs b/c my cousin works there (so I got 30% off). From then, I had fallen inlove with lashes (especially Ardell's)! And the glue that comes with the Ardell's is decent glue. I've never had problems/dislikes about them.
Then I noticed a sale in the Ulta ad & at Sally's Beauty (buy 1 get 1 free, or buy 1 get 1 for 50% off). So in ad's or while shopping around, I always look for sales.
And you can also get great lashes at beauty stores (I have Sally's here), and I have the discount card so I pay the wholesale price.
I always thought putting on lashes was like surgery. But after actually trying it, it was easy and quick.
When I first started wearing/collecting lashes, I had bought 2 sets from Longs b/c my cousin works there (so I got 30% off). From then, I had fallen inlove with lashes (especially Ardell's)! And the glue that comes with the Ardell's is decent glue. I've never had problems/dislikes about them.
Then I noticed a sale in the Ulta ad & at Sally's Beauty (buy 1 get 1 free, or buy 1 get 1 for 50% off). So in ad's or while shopping around, I always look for sales.
And you can also get great lashes at beauty stores (I have Sally's here), and I have the discount card so I pay the wholesale price.
I always thought putting on lashes was like surgery. But after actually trying it, it was easy and quick.
Sophi Marie
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Eye lashes irritates my eyes for some reasons. I just use some thick mascara instead. Poor me
