Let me first put this out there: those horrible eyelash jobs which have scared you into saying never? That's not all there is.

There are a few tricks and tips to it but the fact is that everyone can wear false eyelash strips. There are times when you're gonna need to whip out some extra oomph and false lashes can definitely do that for you.

Now there are so many styles of lashes that you don't have to settle for just one. Although, you might come to have favourites.

There are thick ones, long ones, jeweled ones, criss-crossed ones, thin ones, wispy ones, sparse ones, spiky ones...and on and on.

Falsies are not one size fits all. The pivotal rule is to choose your style based on the how large or small your eyes are.

What makes falsies look fake from a mile off is if the style is unsuitable for the eye.


Large eyes can practically pull off any pair of lashes so there's nothing much to say about choosing styles for large eyes

Small eyes on the other hand takes a bit more deliberation since thick lashes make the eyes appear smaller.

The longer the lashes, the more the drama (and the more obviously fake) so when choosing lashes, choose carefully.

Choose eyelashes close enough to your natural look but will still give you what you need.

For eyes with thin sparse lashes, don't go crazy on super thick ones to disguise that. The joint impact of two pairs of sparse (yours and the fakes) is a natural looking kind of thickness which small eyes can pull off.

Now, lash bands can be thin, thick or invisible. The band is the arc from where the hairs flare out.

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From my point of view, invisible bands are the way to go especially for those who are not pros. It looks more natural and is easier to conceal. (eg: #68)

Speaking of natural, I should tell you about wispy lashes.

Wispies don't have blunt ends; the hairs are all different lengths pointing off in different directions in a very natural way (eg: #41, #DW, #WSP). That makes them different because some other styles are the same thickness and length throughout and point in the same direction sometimes ending a bit bluntly (eg: #20, #27, #201).

Now that you know a little bit about styles, let's move on to the next step.

Although you have selected the right lashes, you must make sure they fit by measuring them before actually putting them on.

Your lash strip should not pass your own eyelash line on either end. If it's too long, don't ever try applying it anyway, that could make your eye look droopy or worse.

Usually, one end of the strip has shorter hairs which gradually turn into longer hairs on the opposite end. The end with the shorter hairs goes at the inner corner of the eye.

When cutting off the excess, cut from the longer end. That way, on application, the inner corner of your eye doesn't suddenly start sprouting unnaturally long eyelashes.

Some recommend that your curl your eyelashes, apply mascara and eyeliner before you apply the strip.

Others say just eyeliner before and apply mascara after the lash is applied or just eyeline or just mascara. Like with most things, it's a personal preference.

Personally, I don't curl my lashes, I always use eyeliner and I apply mascara to just the root of my own lashes and only afterwards.


You can use dark or clear glue. Dark glue blends well if you're wearing black eyeliner and clear glue dries clear. No trace. The problem with dark glue is that if you mess up and get some on your eye shadow, there will be evidence.


There are several ways to apply the glue to the strip. You can squeeze out a drop from the tube and run it along the strip or squeeze the drop onto a Q-tip or the handle of a brush or a flat a flat surface and then apply from there.

Apply a line of glue along the band of the strip. Don't put too much or too little. Allow the glue dry for about 30 seconds so it gets a bit gummy.

Using a tweezer or maybe just your fingers, gently place the centre of the strip on the centre of your lashline as close to the lashes as possible. Then lay the outer corner, then the inner.


-You can apply the entire strip as is or cut it into two or three pieces and apply to just the outer third or quarter of the eye for a little flair. That trick elongates the eye if you want a more almond shape.

-You can place a short strip mostly in the middle to make your eyes rounder or wider. That trick is also undetectable.

-To make application easier,  cut the strip into two or three pieces. Still undetectable if applied properly.

-It may help to hold a small mirror under your eye and look down into it  during application. You can also try closing the eye so you can get as close to the root as possible.

-For more drama, stack two pairs of false lash strips

-It may also help to lift your brows with your other hand to get as close as possible to the lashline.

-Apply mascara to blend the fakes and yours.


-It might be a good idea to use more natural looking lashes in the daytime.

-It's totally up to you if you want to reuse your lashes If you decide to, be sure to clean it properly and gently.

-Don't ever share used eyelashes or mascara.