Reader's corner day! I have loads of questions that I need to unload and one of the most number of queries I recently got was about false lashes and adhesives! Ah hah! A lot of you are probably braving up wanting to get the thick, luscious-looking lashes that mascaras can't do much anymore?
*high five*
I'm sure some of you were born with thick, long eyelashes so I won't get hurt if you close this site! To the rest who kept on reading? Now, let's start fluttering those false lashes! We have hope! :)
One of the most used Eyelash Adhesive brand is called DUO. I have finished a tube of DUO which I got from dear friend Gracie a couple of years ago! I used this brand especially for Brides. This brand can be purchased at MAC store for approximately Php700.00 (approx $16.00) but the downside is, these are out of stock most of the time!
Thank God for bazaars! When I visited Rockwell's Moonlit Bazaar last December to visit my dearest friends Sophie, Jheng, Shen and to meet Sol of Digital Traincase in person, lo' and behold...--- DUO Eyelash Adhesive right in front of me! I grabbed one right away! I do apologize I forgot the exact price but it's definitely less than Php700.00!
To those who are on a budget and still want to try some eyelash adhesive that works! I have 2 which costs less than
Php400.00 (approx $9.30). One is the
Ardell Lash Grip Adhesive and the other one is
Andrea ModLash. Both brands came from the same manufacturer
(Past review HERE). I have finished both tube
(in clear and black) and I repurchased Andrea not because I like one better than the other but I can't seem to find Ardell at the Beauty Bar! Must look for them at Watsons maybe?
If you ask me why I own various brands? I really can't tell! It's nice for a makeup artist to have lots of choices! I usually go for the DUO on brides though as it's tested to stay until removal time! And so far, none of my clients complained about lashes falling off or allergic reactions! *knocks on wood*
Now let's proceed to false lashes! When I was just starting up on makeup, I would go to Landmark and purchase various false lashes!
(Read the various lashes I've bought from Landmark HERE) My favorite is the one called Natural and it looks absolutely natural you can even wear them daily
(if you're comfortable enough with application.) I realized after, that these natural falsies may look great in person but I find them not enough on photos. I tried going for the thicker ones but they felt a bit too plastic-y.
Off to search for inexpensive yet good quality ones! I shifted to
ES Lashes from
KKCENTERHK.
I was initially sent some for review but I love them so much I repurchased and hoarded a lot that the customs officer lifted an eyebrow on me thinking I'm importing some drugs. *laughs*
(ES review HERE)
What about those who are uncomfortable with online shopping?
Thanks to my one tiny trip to Moonlit Bazaar, I learned that
Beauty & Minerals are now selling
Flutter Eyelashes and I swear, these are somewhat similar to the ES Lashes --- quality wise. Since I got a number of natural lashes ES for Bridal clients, I am glad to own more dramatic ones for future shoots! Check out the names!
A box of 10 pairs costs
Php350.00 - 400.00 (approx $8.00-$9.30), if calculated, each pair costs much cheaper. You can purchase these at
Beauty & Minerals.
Majestic
Crazy thick for that super dark eye makeup!
Drama Queen
Need i say more? for the Drama girl in you!
Purr
These lashes reminded me so much of the Ardell lashes
which can be bought in singles and these can be purchased by bulk
and it's more inexpensive that way!
Feisty
Similar to The Face Shop False Lashes
Use this to create a better "winged eye" look!
I can't wait for them to stock up on "natural" lashes so I don't have to order online and wait for shipping and probably have a police waiting for me outside the post office as they have a police dog sniff on my false lashes! (too imaginative, I know!)
For personal use, it doesn't hurt to purchase them in bulk as you get to throw some pairs after a couple of use! False lashes do wear and tear so purchasing a box won't harm your health :P To some who really can't go for bulks! Here are some singles that I've tried that works!
First time users can go for
3s pre-glued lashes
International readers may probably go for Revlon Fantasy Lengths Self Adhesive lashes. I have personally tried these too as I was gifted by Beauty Blogging friend Toma but I would say, the 3s Brand have stronger adhesives meant for our weather!
Various Asian cosmetics brand like
The Face Shop also makes good-looking lashes for around
Php100.00 (approx $2.30) a pair. My favorite is
The Face Shop's XLH lashes which I used HERE on my
How to Apply Falsies tutorial.
Other good brands I've used for Brides are
Ardell lashes that I ordered from International sites.
A favorite of mine to use for Brides or Pre-nup shoots are the
110 Demi Black
Or if brides are more adventurous and wanted a bit of drama and still looks great and natural on photos, the
101 Demi Black is also a wonderful choice!
Ardell lashes cost approximately
Php400.00-500.00 (approx $9.30-11.60) a pair.
If you have the budget and you can apply false lashes on yourself! There's the
GlamBox Mink Lash which costs a lot but worth it as I'm still using these on special occasions and they still work like a charm!
Each pair costs
Php1,500 (approx $35.00), looks crazy on packaging but oh-so-worth it when worn! Photo can be seen
HERE.
If false lashes are considered life and death, then...feel free to indulge on MAC and Shu Uemura lashes! I own a pair of MAC lashes which I'm still saving up for that special moment....definitely not a wedding but could be for my Second Wedding Ceremony at the age of 80? :P
Important tips to remember ---
- Wear false lashes that sits comfortably, cut them if necessary to prevent sharp edges.
- Once the lash glue creates stinging sensation or redness, do not use the lash glue anymore.
- If you plan to re-use falsies, always remove excess glue and clean with eye makeup remover.
- Store false lashes in a tiny container free from dust and pollution.
- For the lash glue, once the scent changed, toss them right away!
Hope this post helps to current and future false lash wearers out there!
Any other tips you may want to add?
Any other lash glue and false lashes brands?
Keep smilin'
Stay happy!
