Hello
So I'm currently away and I've not worn lashes once in Vegas as I haven't needed them. Wanted to share my secrets to getting great lashes.
1. It's all about the curl
Now I've got horrendously straight lashes. I can only think I come from the descent of camels. They're that straight they point downwards. So if you have naturally curly lashes then great for you (bitches). For those of you who don't you have 2 options. 1. Those of you with short lashes I would recommend LVL lashes. This lifts the lashes from the root into a flat bend so your lashes point upwards and open up your eye. This isn't a curl but gives more dramatic effect. 2. For those of you with medium - long lashes then I would recommend getting them permed. I go to blink at Selfridges in the Trafford centre and will only use a lovely lady called Hema. Now BE CAREFUL when picking someone to perm or LVL your lashes. It can go wrong!!! If someone uses the incorrect rod your lashes can literally fold back on themselves (trust me it's happened to me twice). If you're fair then get them tinted too. I average I would say I get mine permed every 8 weeks.
If you have a natural curl. Or you are going to have then permed you will still need lash curlers if you want it super dramatic for nights out. If you get LVL you won't need them until the new lashes start to grow through.
2. More hair the better
The secret to long thick lashes that don't fall out is "Rapid Lash" you can buy this from boots it's around £40 and lasts forever. You just apply it once a day at night. It stops your lashes falling out and creates thick long beautiful lashes. Be aware though. If you stop using it they will go back to normal. Think of lash serum as moisturiser for your lashes. You wouldn't stop moisturising your skin just coz it was looking nice. So the same with your lashes.
3. Black & Bold
Mascara ! And lots of it. So there's a few different mascaras I like. I will list them in a minute. One thing I will say is just because I like a mascara. Does not mean you will: Tarte Cosmetics Lights Camera Action is an amazing mascara!
I buy this from America but you'll be able to order online.
Last but not least we need to discuss removers. The AMOUNT of my clients that come in and il give them some makeup remover and they literally attack their eyes. I'm like woooooaaaaah stop right there. Your eyes are THE MOST delicate part of your body. The skin is 50% thinner and the elasticity there is the first to go, this is why people age there first. You need to be using gentle cleansers and wipes to remove your makeup. Don't pull and rub. Gently soften the mascara with cleanser on a pad then massage off. Try to use your fingers to massage off your lashes rather than vigorously rubbing your entire eyes. Removers with oils in will usually condition lashes too but not everyone can use them due to contacts etc.
Hope you find this helpful. Do let me know if you find in a few months this has worked for you ( it will take 4-8 weeks to see an improvement in lashes with the serum )
Olivia x
