The tiny delicate hairs of your eyelashes protect your eyes; hence care should be taken to maintain them very well.

General tips for everyday eyelash care:

• Thoroughly clean your face including the eye area before going to bed every night.

• Use cleansers specially recommended for eyes or even baby oil and clean the eyes gently with the sponge to remove any dust or makeup.

• Use vaseline to moisturize the eyelashes and improve its health. Make sure that it does not enter the eyes.

• Avoid plucking or waxing the eyelash area.

• Never use soap on to clean your eyelashes.

Eyelash curling:

• Curling your eyelashes makes it seem longer and also make the eyes look bright and larger.

• Clean the lashes before using the eyelash curler. Clam the curler down firmly and close the base for about 5 seconds and then release it gently.

• Replace eyelash curlers every 2 – 3 months if you use on a regular basis. You would reduce the possibilities of infection and contamination drastically.

• You can use a hair dryer under the curler but make sure that the hot air does not strain the eyelashes or burn it due to excessive heat.

Primer:

• This is used on the eyelashes before applying makeup. It makes the tiny hairs look thicker and longer.

• The primer is usually a white colour liquid and may be available separately or come with mascara.

• You need to necessarily wipe the wand with a clean tissue before applying the cream to the lashes.

• For best results, start at the base as close as possible to the eye lid and then give a zigzag motion upwards till the end of the lashes.

• The lashes have to be fully coated with the primer and become dry before applying the rest of the makeup.

Eyeliner:

• Applying the right colour eyeliner on the outer rim of the eyelid make the lashes seem longer.

• Never apply it in the inner part that touches the eye as the chemicals used may cause irritation.

• Use the eyeliner sparingly as a thin line as close as possible to the base of the lashes.

Mascara:

• The mascara wand should be cleaned with a tissue before applying to the lashes. This would avoid clumping of the liquid while applying.

• You can apply at least two coats of mascara for best results. The first coat should become fully dry before you apply the next.

• An eyelash comb on the final coat will give the necessary finishing touch. An eyelash comb removes excess makeup and clumps on the lashes and makes it look more defined.

• Use waterproof mascara to strengthen eyelashes.

Dyeing eyelashes:

• In case you want to dye your eyelashes, contact a professional instead of trying it on your own.

Fake eyelashes:

• Make sure that you use good quality eyelash extensions and ensure that you are not allergic to the eyelashes.

• Remove your eyelash extensions and the makeup when not necessary.

• Fake eyelashes should be removed by dissolving the adhesive in baby oil or vaseline.

Jonathan Pitts

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