What’s everyone’s excuse for avoiding false eyelashes" According to expert Mabel Lee, people love reverting to the old “they’re too difficult to apply” reason. That’s exactly why she created the Velour Effortless Collection, the latest offering from her lash line, which has been a top seller in Sephora since 2015.
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There are many reasons to consider adding one of her lash styles to your routine?like the curved tool for placement and latex-free glue for hold?but what we really appreciate is that it’s truly meant for the beginner or someone who simply wants to glue and go.
Ahead, Lee shares seven hacks for applying fake eyelashes for the first time?because it’s truly not as intimidating as it looks. MORE: Have Sensitive Eyes" These 11 Mascaras Are for You
Glue Takes Time
One of the biggest mistakes Lee sees people make while applying falsies is not waiting for the glue to dry. When we rush to put them on, this only means they’re more likely to fall off in the middle of the day. Instead, she says to “give the glue 10 to 20 seconds for it to get tacky. It will make your lash application so much easier.”
Angles Matter
When you don’t have the luxury of a makeup artist applying lashes for you, it’s really about the angle in which you apply them. As you’re putting them on yourself, Lee says to put a mirror directly underneath your chin, so you can look down and get a real...