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Q.
Where do I place the individual lash cluster or strip lashes
during lash application?
Q.
Does Ardell or Andrea lashes come with preglued band? If
not, does each package of lashes come with adhesive?
A. Visit HERE
to see gallery of false eyelash styles. Click on the
image below for full page brochure:
For beginners, we recommend strip lashes
instead of individual lashes. Some shorter, natural
looking Ardell, Gypsy, or Andrea lash strip eyelashes
styles are Ardell Fashion lashes #108, #109, #110,
#126, LashLites Demure, Gypsy #90, Gypsy 91, Andrea
Modlash #53 and #21. For a thicker, dramatic look
Andrea Modlash 33, Ardell Runway Tyra, Elise 552,
and Ardell #101 Demi, 105, and 107 are good choices.
The style and color you choose will depend on your
personal preference and expectation. It should be
one you are comfortable wearing as well as a style
that fits your face and makeup. For lash newbies,
we recommend trying out a few styles of lashes you
think you might like to make sure the look suits you
first before buying more.
I personally gone through about 8 styles before settling
on Fashion Lashes #110 for daily wear and Runway Daisy
lashes for evening out.
A. Many of you have already noticed
the change of the once familiar original pink packaging
(pink insert, pink tray) to the new blue, purple, or black
packaging. There is no difference in the quality of lashes
between the original and the new packaging. This is true
for both strip and individual lashes.
Q.
What is the difference between strip and Individual lashes?
Which is better for me?
A. To add fullness to your own natural
lashes or to fill gaps (bare spots) along the lashline,
we recommend individual lashes. With individual lashes,
you can control exactly where to place the lash cluster
to achieve the desired length and fullness.
Unlike individual lashes, strip lashes
are great for people who have very sparse or short natural
lashes. These are also an essential for those who have no
natural lashes. For those who wear false eyelashes daily,
we recommend strip lashes like Fashion lashes and Modlashes.
For special events, give Elegant Eyes, Wild Lashes, or Elise
lashes a try for added glam.
Ultimately, it will depend on your
personal preference and desired look. It should be one that
you will feel comfortable wearing that will go well with
your face and makeup style.
Q.
Where do I place the individual lash cluster or strip lashes
during lash application?
A. Strip eyelashes, such as Fashion
Lashes, InvisiBands, or Modlash, should be applied as close
to your natural lashline as possible.Individual lash clusters
can be placed on your eyelid or directly on top of your
natural lashline for short term or daily wear. Alternatively,
place the individual lash cluster or single lash DIRECTLLY
ON or UNDER your natural lashes (not on eyelid) as lash
extensions. The semi permanent adhesive bonds your natural
lashes with the lash cluster or single lash. The best way
is to apply them to the outside corners of the eye first
and work your way toward your nose.
A. Strip lashes tend to be easier
to apply for lash novices. Whether you are applying strip
or individual lashes, some skills are always needed for
beginners. Strip lashes are less time consuming to apply
and are great for daily wear. It really helps to use a quality
lash adhesive such as DUO Surgical, Sherani, or Everlash
Flexibands for all day hold. Occasionally you may need to
touch up the inner corner of the strip (make sure the adhesive
does not touch the lashes) with additional glue if necessary.
Individual lashes require much steadier
hands and skills.
A. Cleaning up after removing the
false eyelashes shouldn't be too messy when applied correctly.
I would start by changing the order you apply the lashes.
You should apply the glue to the false lash strip first
and lower the strip to your lash line. This way you can
control the amount of glue you put on the strip. You can
touch up the strip (make sure the adhesive does not touch
the lashes) with additional glue if necessary. When the
adhesive is dried, then apply liquid liner last. When you
apply the lashes this way, when removing the strip at the
end of the day, there shouldn't be too much mess or dried
adhesive on the strip. You can pick off (pinch off) any
remaining dried adhesive on the strip with your finger.
Finish up the cleaning with a few strokes of Ardell Lash
Comb through the lashes to remove any dry glue residual.
Q.
Does Ardell or Andrea lashes come with a pre-glued band?
If not, does each package of lashes come with a tube of
adhesive?
A. No. Ardell and Andrea lashes do
not come with pre-glued strip (band) nor does it come with
a lash adhesive. You'll have to buy the adhesive separately.
Skip those low quality, grade *cheap glues* from Asia; they
can contain skin/eye-irritating ingredients. We recommend
the following strip and individual lash adhesives for your
false lashes: LashGrip (waterproof), DUO Eyelash (waterproof),
DUO Surgical (Surgical Grade, Gentle), Modlash Adhesive
(similar to LashGrip), Everlash FlexiBands (Medical Grade),
LashTite Adhesive (for individual lashes, daily wear), Permalash
Adhesive (similar to LashTite), and Everlash Individual
Adhesive (Medical Grade, for individual lashes).
A. Using an eyelash curler can create
a more dramatic look. Be sure to curl your natural lashes
first, before you apply the lashes. Be careful when using
an eyelash curler. If you prefer to curl them after applying
false lashes, make sure to curl the lashes gently when the
adhesive is completely dry or else you might pull the false
eyelashes out and ruin all your hard work. If your lashes
are naturally curled, then I would leave your natural lashes
alone.
A. You can use mascara to enhance
the look of your false eyelashes. Make sure to apply the
mascara and eyeliner only AFTER the false eyelashes are
secure and the eyelash adhesive is completely dry. To apply,
coat your falsies with only one layer of OIL FREE mascara.
The mascara will act as a second-glue and reinforce the
hold of your falsies to your real lashes.
As a regular mascara alternative, we recommend ARDEL LashMagic
(Blending Mascara). LashMagic is formulated
specifically to blend natural lashes into false ones making
them virtually undetectable giving a more natural look.
The LashMagic is designed to coat each lash in just ONE
stroke so there is no heavy build up. And what is more,
the formula is water soluble and can be easily removed without
ruining a perfect pair of Ardell or Andrea false eyelashes.
A. Many strip lash users with latex
sensitivities or allergy routinely use individual lash adhesives
to hold their strip lashes. Latex adhesive includes: LashGrip,
DUO Eyelash Adhesive, Modlash, and DUO Surgical Adhesive.
If you are not already using DUO Surgical Adhesive, you
can give that a try since it is milder than LashGrip and
Modlash glue. If DUO Surgical adhesive does not do the trick,
you can give individual lash adhesive, such as LashTite
or Permalash Adhesive a try. Both individual lash adhesives
do not contain latex rubber.
Even though these two adhesives do
not contain rubber latex, they may contain other ingredients
that you may be allergic to. Just to make sure, apply a
spot of the adhesive on your forearm for a few hours to
see if you develop any itch, irritation or any discomfort.
A. There are different benefits to
both.
Ardell Duralash and Andrea Permalash
areavailable in knotted (FLARE) and knot-free (NATURALS).
Knotted lash clusters have a knot joining the lashes. These
lashes offer a better hold than Naturals (knot-free) lashes
since the knots provide more surface area for the glue to
stick. Knotted lashes are also easier to apply.
Duralash Naturals (knot-free), Andrea Naturals, and Gypsy
Flare (knot free) do not have any knots so they do not hold
as well as their knotted counterparts. However, Naturals
provides a more natural appearance. It
definitely blends in with your natural lashes much better.
A. Please refer to Strip
Eyelash Question 1
A. Please refer to Strip
Eyelash Question 2
A. To remove your lash extensions
properly without damaging your natural lashes, an eyelash
remover is highly recommended. Depending on the adhesive
you use for your lash application, the remover will vary.
1) For lashes applied with DUO adhesive, use warm water
and gentle soap.
2) For LashTite and Permalash Adhesive, use Ardell LashFree
Remover.
3) For semi-permanent Everlash Individual lash adhesive,
Everlash Adhesive Remover works the best.
A. Yes, please refer to Strip
Eyelash Question 8.
A. Yes, please refer to Strip
Eyelash Question 7.
A. Strip lash adhesive can be used
for individual lashes. Many individual lash users use DUO
strip lash adhesive to apply their individual lashes for
daily use. For long-term hold, we recommend semi-permanent
individual lash adhesive such as Everlash Individual Adhesive.
A. Individual lashes are available
in two types:
1) Single (Duralash Regular, Elise #518)
Single individual lashes come with
a STRIP of 'lash' that is slightly flared.
2) Clusters (Duralash Flare and Duralash
Naturals).
Cluster lashes come with several
'lashes' joined at one end, usually with a knot (Duralash
Flare).
Q.
I need help with false eyelash application. Help!
A. For additional
lash application help and tips, please visit our online
forum or how to apply
page for a wealth of false eyelashes suggestions and articles.
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