topic Re: Need Eye Lashes in Beauty

Need Eye Lashes

grandma2pkmh — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 16:28:59 GMT

I need advice on maybe using false eye lashes. I am 76 and because of medications I have taken over the years my eye lashes have either fallen out or broken off over time. I have tried mascaras that say will add length but if nothing is there to lengthen it doesn't work.

I don't want to look ridiculous but I feel naked without lashes.

Are there any you recommend and are easy to apply?

ETA: Cost is an issue really can't afford more than a box at the drug store or Amazon.

Re: Need Eye Lashes

FranandZoe — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:50:51 GMT

Have you considered lash extensions? Might be a better choice for you.

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hopi — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 16:06:19 GMT

You can get very small individual lashes.... you should look for shops that do threading they offer the service at a reasonable price. I am considering it...it's just that I don't go that many places to look .....extraordinary but as the saying goes..... why just look ordinary.

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ECBG — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 17:19:00 GMT

I would ask @Shanus . She does makeup for weddings.

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Shanus — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 17:23:04 GMT

@ECBG Most brides put on their own lashes after I do the shadow, liner, etc. I guess it's too frightening to have someone up that close with a tweezers. most seem to use Ardell and I know they use a glue w/ a dark or sheer color. They bring their own snipped to the correct size.

Re: Need Eye Lashes

grandma2pkmh — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 12:52:16 GMT

@monicakm Thank you so much. This is exactly the information I was looking for. I'll go this weekend and look at them.

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grandma2pkmh — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 19:37:35 GMT

@monicakm Thanks again for the info. I didn't make it to the drugstore yesterday, my RA had other ideas and ended up in the bed most of the day. I looked at the Kiss and the Ardell lashes at the grocery store today boy are there a lot to look through..One question, do any of them come with the glue or do I need to buy that separate. I tried to read the box to find out but didn't have my readers with me.

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Pink123 — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 19:47:36 GMT

@grandma2pkmh I've used Ardell lashes since I was 18.

They are very natural looking and callled "demi pixies 102" in black. They are very natural looking. I get them on Amazon as drugstores do not carry these. They carry mostly the heavier ones.

At amazon when you look them up you get a pack of 4 for about $11.00 or so.

I use DUO clear eyelash adhesive. It only takes a bit and I run it around the eyelash line with the tip of the Duo open top. Plus you fit them for your eye. You can always cut one lash off the end if the eye is smaller/

It takes a bit of learning but I do it in 30 seconds. Placing them properly is key to look natural.

The glue dries quickly so place as quick as you can.

Re: Need Eye Lashes

Pink123 — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 19:52:48 GMT

Here's a picture of mine. the demi pixies are very light and on the natural side. They are not flappers.

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grandma2pkmh — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 22:16:35 GMT

@Pink123 Thank for your input it really helps. Between you and @monicakm I might be able to try these things. Hope I don't glue them to my fingers trying to get them on.

Re: Need Eye Lashes

San Antonio Gal — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 23:37:30 GMT

@grandma2pkmh - Kim Gravel sells self-adhesive lashes that don't require glue (below). Perhaps get these to start off with and then graduate to other brands that require glue.

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Belle Beauty by Kim Gravel Flash Lash False Lash Trio

Re: Need Eye Lashes

grandma2pkmh — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 23:46:56 GMT

@San Antonio Gal Thanks, didn't know such a thing existed.

eta: Just looked at them, out of my price range right now but will keep in mind.

Re: Need Eye Lashes

AngelPuppy1 — Mon, 11 Sep 2023 11:03:27 GMT

I always wanted to try false eye lashes but I'm afraid I would have a reaction to the glue. Has this ever happened to anyone? My eyes are really sensitive and I'm afraid I woud have a problem with the adhesive ingredients. Thanks.