How To Apply Strip Eyelashes In 3 Steps | HowStuffWorks - Lifestyle

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You can pick up strip eyelashes at most drug stores, grocery stores or almost any place that sells makeup. They typically come in individual pairs or sets of five or 10, with or without adhesive. If you plan to make them a regular part of your beauty routine you can even buy them in bulk packages of 50 or more.

Before you begin, make sure your eyelids and lashes are clean and free of any makeup, which could make it harder for the glue to stick. A good scrub with face wash and eye makeup remover should do the trick.

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Next, follow these steps to get them on.

Step 1: Measure and cut the lash

Strip eyelashes are one size fits all. They're made to be longer than you'll need, so you have to cut them to the right length. To get the perfect length for your lids, hold the strip lash up to your eyelid as if you're about to apply it to determine how much to cut off. Then use scissors to trim it to the right size.

Step 2: Apply Adhesive

Place a small, thin ribbon of eyelash glue or eyelash adhesive along the band of the lash. Wait until it becomes tacky (not drippy). To make sure you don't use too much adhesive, use a toothpick to apply the glue to the strip lash.

Step 3: Apply the Lash

Use one hand to hold down your lid, and the other hand to press the strip to the base of your lashes. Use tweezers or a toothpick to help nudge it into place and press it to the lid with your finger until it sticks. Voila! You now have beautifully long lashes that you can make even bigger with a few coats of mascara.

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