By Chloe Brinklow
If eyes are the windows to one’s soul than it’s only fair they be decorated with pretty curtains – aka long, luscious lashes. While most of us aren’t blessed with the flutter-worthy lashes we desire, Rescu. has found a solution, and one that everyone from Olivia Palermo (The City) to Lady Gaga are wearing… Faux lashes!
After you wear them once, we guarantee the next time you are getting ready for a party, lashes will pop up on your mental checklist. Cute dress? Tick. Killer Heels? Tick. False Lashes? Of course.
RESCU’s Top Picks For Party Perfect Lashes.
For natural look lashes to add just a little bit of glam
Ardell Natural Lashes, Fashion Lashes 110 in Demi Black
Available from Terry White and selected pharmacies nationally ($8.50)
Katy Perry has confessed to loving Ardell Natural Lashes, and do you blame her? Made from sterilised 100% human hair, these super affordable faux lashes are as close to the real thing as you will find. Offering an extensive range, including strip and individual lashes, Fashion Lashes 110 is a great beginners lash due to its universal design made to look great on everyone! Ardell Expert Application Tip: Celebrity make up artist Wendi San George loves Ardell lashes and suggests applying with a pair of tweezers, allowing room to angle the band down to the natural lash line, creating a perfect finish. Rescu. loves: Tweezerman for Benefit Slant Tweezer ($49)
Look red carpet ready with these statement lashes
Revlon Fantasy Lengths Maximum Wear Self Adhesive Lashes in Defining
Available from Priceline, Kmart and Target ($9.99)
These lengthy lashes offer a pre-glued strip to cut down application time and eliminate mess. The self-adhesive formula is tough and lashes stay beautiful even when worn in water, making them the perfect summer staple.
Eyes will appear bigger and more defined with these little beauties, so to avoid the drag queen look, they are best worn for evening with a smoky eye and a minimal lip and base. For daytime, keep make up to an absolute minimum for an extremely natural, lush look.
Individual lashes for versatility and customisation
M.A.C 30 Lash
Available from selected Myer and David Jones stores nationally ($18)
An alternative to the strip lashes, this pack contain 3 different lengths that can be worn together or separately to create either a natural or dramatic finish. Make up artists often utilise these lashes to add volume to a certain area of the lash line, usually the outer corner, for a ‘Twiggy-esque’ eye opening effect. A stroke of liquid eyeliner, close to the lash line will act as a sealer, ensuring lashes stay in place for longer. Rescu. loves: Liquid Eye Liner By MAC ($32)
For a sultry, sensuous look
Shu Uemura False Lashes Smoky Layers
Available from selected David Jones stores nationally ($27)
Offering a wonderful array of false lash options, Shu Uemura with their Tokyo lash bar, have established themselves as the false lash specialists of the world. Creating a natural look for a sophisticated glamour, the Smoky Layer lashes are must-have accessory, featuring thin black lashes, layered and organised for a close to reality effect. Pair with red lipstick and a little black dress for old Hollywood glamour å la – Marilyn Monroe.
If DIY is all too much
Benefit Naturally Lush Lashes
Available at the Benefit Brow Bars Myer and The Sydney Boutique ($30 incl. application)
Fast, fun and fabulous, Benefit eyelashes are the perfect solution for anyone who is too scared to try DIY. With no appointment necessary, this get-gorgeous boutique service will apply full strip or custom strip lashes, sure to leave you battering your eyelids in no time! Add a stroke of bronze shimmer eye shadow to take your lashes from daytime to a night out. Rescu. loves: Clinique Colour Surge Eye Shadow Soft Shimmer in Desert Sun ($33)
Still Not Confident Applying Your Faux Lashes? The Team At Ardell Natural Lashes Share Their Top Tips For Faux Lash Application.
Note: First timers; never try to apply them when you’re getting ready to go out… take 5 minutes on a day that you find you have some spare time. We all know we’re impatient and will give up when frustrated!
Step 1. Remove the lash from the tray by pressing the lash with your thumb against the tray in a downward sweeping motion until it comes away from the tray, never pick at the band, you will loosen the hair strands and it will lose its shape.
Step 2. Tweezers are your friend, they’ll allow you hold the lash without blocking your view. Pick up the lash from the center and place it on top of your own lash. Remember eyes are all different shapes and sizes. Align the lash to your own starting at the inner corner, you will cut off any excess towards the outside of the band.
Step 3. Apply a thin strip of adhesive to the band and allow around 30 seconds to dry.
Step 4. If your tweezers are directly in the centre of the lash and you align the tweezers with the centre of your eye, you’ll get it right the very first time! Just set the strip on top of your own lash, in the centre of your eye and either using the tip of your tweezers or your finger tips, gently push down across the band to secure, then hold the corners down for a few seconds. Do the same with the other eye and you’re done! The adhesive dries completely within a minute or so. It may feel heavy at first, but within minutes, you’ll forget you’re wearing them.
No curling, no smudging, no clumps, just great looking lashes!
Olivia Palermo image courtesy of Zimbio
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