Thick, glamorous, look-at-me lashes were seen all over the fall runways from Gucci to Saint Laurent — and beyond. At Rochas, makeup artist Lucia Pieroni used three lash sets per eye and at Gucci, makeup pro Pat McGrath applied falsies to the top and bottom lash lines for a 60s-inspired look. Faux lashes are a great way to enhance your look and open up the eyes. For a bolder eye, lash strips or extensions are great, but that requires lots of practice and a semi-permanent option. For an everyday look, individual lash sets are the way to go. Plus, they are easy to apply which is ideal if you are a first-timer. Here, we show you how to get a striking set of feathery lashes that you can (easily) wear no matter the occasion.
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Start with the Basics
Newbies, start your new lash life with these individual sets before moving into bolder, more adventurous strips.
Andrea Perma Lashes, $4.99 at Sally Beauty Supply
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Prep for Application
Squeeze a tiny dot of lash glue (black is best, it won't show as much) onto the back of your hand and then using tweezers, dip the end of the lash into the glue.
DUO Eyelash Adhesive, $9 at Sephora
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Apply Carefully
Place the lash on the outer corner of the eye, right along the lash line, so that the glue is hitting the root of your natural lashes. One might be enough to enhance your eyes, but add additional lashes moving inward if you please.
Revlon Expert Slant Tip Tweezer, $5.84 at Drugstore.com
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Pile on Mascara
Mascara will help fill in gaps where any mistakes in application may have happened, they'll also play up the volume and add a touch of glam.
Lancôme Grandiôse Mascara, $32 at Nordstrom
