Mischo Beauty: band eyelashes

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Are you using hair bonding glue instead of an eyelash adhesive to apply your lashes?

Earlier this week I followed a Twitter conversation between celebrity makeup artist Sam Fine and a few of his followers who swore by using hair bonding glue (yes, I'm talking about hair weaving glue!) over eyelash adhesive to apply lashes. And honestly, it wasn't the first I'd heard of this. I took a makeup class last summer and a few students also swore by hair bonding glue. Now, since when was hair bonding glue approved to use on the eyes??? Oh, and just in care you're wondering, Sam did stand firm on using a proper eyelash adhesive - his favorite being DUO.

So my question for you today is: Are you using hair bonding glue instead of an eyelash adhesive to apply your lashes?

Mischo Beauty School: Eyelashes 101

As I mentioned earlier today,I recently started taking a makeup class that has added more fuel to my fire and I'm loving it! I've fallen in love with eyelashes and brows all over again and wanted to share with you a quick lesson on applying artificial eyelashes- specifically, band eyelashes.

Band eyelashes (also called strip eyelashes) are applied to the natural eyelash line, using an adhesive, and are meant for single use (though you can easily remove the adhesive and use again!). They're available in human hair, animal hair, synthetic fibers, and in a variety of colors. And so very quickly, here are ten easy steps for application:

1. Always wash your hands first to avoid infection.
2. Decide on length and desired effect of band eyelash.
3. Curl your eyelashes with an eyelash curler.
4. Apply eyeliner based on your desired effect.
5. Remove band eyelash from package, measure and trim to fit the curve of your eyelid.
6. Apply a thin strip of adhesive to the eyelash band and allow to set for a few seconds.
7. Apply the band eyelash to the eyelash line.
8. Use tweezers to gently press and set it.
9. Retouch the eyelash line with eyeliner and you're done!
10. Repeat steps for second eyelash.

Eyelashes are easily removed using eyelash remover or makeup remover, so no worries. Oh, and if you lose a few of your own lashes in the process of removal, don't fret- your eyelashes will grow back just the same as the rest of the hair on your body! Any questions? Love your lashes.

Mischo Beauty Pick: Lashes by Ja'Maal Buster - The Eyelash Guru To The Stars

A few months ago I tweeted about ordering lashes by Ja'Maal Buster, "Eyelash Guru To The Stars", and I did receive them- "Trophy Wife", "Gold Digger", "2nd Date Guaranteed" and "Daddy's Little Girl". Well I've finally gotten around to testing/reviewing them, and let me just tell you that they are FABULOUS (as you can see above)!

Application is simple- just remember these steps. Oh, and you will need to purchase your own lash adhesive/glue, because it's not provided. While I'm not planning to wear them to work (they'd be too much of a distraction), I am planning to wear them out every chance I get- as you can see why!

Mischo Beauty: i-Envy by Kiss Premium Eyelashes

Most of you know that eyelashes are one of my favorite beauty accessories - remember my "Mischo Beauty School: Eyelashes 101" post? Well, Kiss Premium Eyelashes just released their i-Envy collection which includes Au Naturale 02, Juicy Volume 02 and their Classic Short Black individual lashes- all pictured above.

And the best part- they retail for $3.49! That's a steal and definitely inexpensive enough for you to buy a few pairs to practice with, if you're a newbie!

Mischo Beauty Pick: Revlon's Fantasy Lengths Maximum Wear Self Adhesive Eyelashes

A few months ago I told you how much I liked Revlon's Fantasy Lengths Maximum Wear Glue On Eyelashes, and most recently they've launched the same styles with a "self adhesive technology". I recently tested out the "Intensifying" and "Defining" styles and I highly recommend them.

The same application steps apply, as with "glue on eyelashes", except for the fact that there is an adhesive glue strip attached to the lashes. Just remember that they are for "temporary" wear, but they can be reused- thanks to the extra self adhesive strips included with the lashes!

Oh, and also- practice makes perfect- so don't wait for a special occasion to test these out. Buy a pair for practice to ensure a seamless application.

Do false eyelashes interest you? If so, tell me why?

Mischo Beauty School: Eyelashes 101

If you were watching last night's Grammy Awards, then you probably saw the FABULOUS lashes on Estelle and Adele. And, if you did, you probably understand why eyelashes are my favorite beauty accessory! They can definitely be a challenge to apply, and while I've mastered applying them to clients- technique and control definitely come with practice.

At any rate, there are two types of artificial eyelashes- band eyelashes and individual eyelashes. Band eyelashes (also called strip eyelashes) are applied to the natural eyelash line, using an adhesive, and are meant for single use. Individual eyelashes are applied to the eyelash line one at a time, using an eyelash glue, and should last up to two weeks.

Artificial eyelashes are available in human hair, animal hair, synthetic fibers, and in a variety of colors. Here are ten easy steps for applying band eyelashes:

1. Always wash your hands first to avoid infection.
2. Decide on length and desired effect of band eyelash.
3. Curl your eyelashes with an eyelash curler.
4. Apply eyeliner based on your desired effect.
5. Remove band eyelash from package and trim to fit the curve of your eyelid.
6. Apply a thin strip of adhesive to the eyelash band and allow to set for a few seconds.
7. Apply the band eyelash to the eyelash line.
8. Use tweezers to gently press and set it.
9. Retouch the eyelash line with eyeliner and you're done!
10. Repeat steps for second eyelash.

Eyelashes are easily removed using eyelash remover or makeup remover, so no worries. Oh, and if you lose a few of your own lashes in the process of removal, don't fret- your eyelashes will grow back just the same as the rest of the hair on your body! Any questions? Love your lashes.

Mischo Beauty School: Eyelashes 101

Eyelashes are my favorite new beauty accessory and my biggest challenge when it comes to applying my own. While I've mastered applying them to clients- technique and control definitely come with practice.

At any rate, there are two types of artificial eyelashes- band eyelashes and individual eyelashes. Band eyelashes (also called strip eyelashes) are applied to the natural eyelash line, using an adhesive, and are meant for single use. Individual eyelashes are applied to the eyelash line one at a time, using an eyelash glue, and should last up to two weeks. Artificial eyelashes are available in human hair, animal hair, synthetic fibers, and in a variety of colors.

Here are ten easy steps for applying band eyelashes:

1. Always wash your hands first to avoid infection.
2. Decide on length and desired effect of band eyelash.
3. Curl your eyelashes with an eyelash curler.
4. Apply eyeliner based on your desired effect.
5. Remove band eyelash from package and trim to fit the curve of your eyelid.
6. Apply a thin strip of adhesive to the eyelash band and allow to set for a few seconds.
7. Apply the band eyelash to the eyelash line.
8. Use tweezers to gently press and set it.
9. Retouch the eyelash line with eyeliner and you're done!
10. Repeat steps for second eyelash.

Eyelashes are easily removed using eyelash remover or makeup remover. Please feel free to e-mail me with any questions. Love your lashes!