Fake lashes are also named as false lashes. Women uses fake lashes to enhance the beauty of their eyes, eyelashes and elevate their overall looks. Fake lashes are used for volume, length and to enhance the appearance of eyes. lash extensions, magnetic lashes, strip lashes, and individual lashes are some types of lashes that are applied to enhance the beauty of lashes
Strip eye lashes are in strip form which apply on the upper lash line using lash glue these are available in different style shape and size. These fake lashes can be reused many times if cleaned properly. Individual lashes are in the form of clusters or single lash fibers applied one by one with adhesive. These fake lashes give more natural look to overall look. These lashes take much time to apply compared to strip lashes.
Magnetic lashes are use small magnets to stick to either magnetic eyeliner or another lash strip instead of lash glue. These lashes create less mess and also easy to remove after use and can used many times. Eyelash extensions are most expensive way of applying fake lashes. Eye lash extensions are applied by skilled person. Eyelash extensions are available in different lengths, curls, and thicknesses. These lashes can be in place for 6 weeks with good care.
1. Strip Lashes:
Strip lashes are one of the easiest ways to get fuller, longer lashes instantly. These lashes are in strip form which apply on the upper lash line with lash glue. These lashes are easily available. A step-by-step guide is here to help you to apply the fake lashes.
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What You’ll need:
- Strip Lashes
- Eyelash glue
- Tweezers
- Small Scissors
- Eyeliner & Mascara
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Step 1: Prep Your Natural Lashes:
Curl your natural lashes with a hot lash curler then apply a thin coat of mascara it will blend lashes to fake lashes in a smooth transition. If you are wearing eyeliner, apply the liner before the lashes to make the lash band blend better.
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Step 2: Apply Lash Glue:
Apply a thin layer of lash glow along the lash band. Wait 20-30 seconds until the glue becomes tacky(not to wet and not to dry). If you are using black glue it will blends with eyeliner but if you are using white glue it will invisible.
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Step 3: Place the Lashes:
Now place the lashes as close as possible to your natural lashes with the help of tweezers or fingers. First press down the middle part of the lash to the lash liner then press inner to outer corners now hold the lash in place for more few seconds.
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Step 4: Blend & Perfect the Look:
Use eyeliner to hide the gaps between your natural lashes and the fake lash you apply. Apply a thin coat of mascara to lashes to blend fake and natural lashes together. Now curl your lashes with a eyelash curler.
Congratulations you apply strip fake lashes  successfully.
 2. Individual lashes:
Individual lashes provide a more natural look as compared to strip lashes. These lashes are applied one by one to single lash these lashes are light weighted. It gives more fuller look and the size, length, volume can be customized.
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What You’ll Need:
- Individual Lashes
- lash Adhesive
- Tweezers
- Small scissors
- Eyeliner & Mascara
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Step 1: Prep Your Natural Lashes:
Firstly make sure that your natural lashes are clean before applying individual lashes. Apply a light coat of mascara it is optional but coat of mascara will blend natural lashes with fake lashes.
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Step 2: Pick the Right Lashes:
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Step 3: Apply the Glue:
Squeeze a small drop of lash glue on a clean surface such as on a makeup palette or on the back of your hand. By using tweezers pick up single lash cluster at a time then dip the base of the cluster into the glue. Use a tiny amount of glue otherwise it can cause clumping. Now wait 10 to 15 seconds until glue makes tacky then place the cluster with single natural lash.
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Step 4: Glue the lashes to your eyelid:
Use the mirror to bring the perfection in your work now the help of the mirror bring the tweezers up to your slightly opened eye, and stick the cluster above the roots of upper eyelashes, apply the lashes in the middle and then to the outer corners of the eye. Wait 10 to 15 minutes until it fully dries now gently press upward or use a lash curler apply a thin coat of mascara to blend fake lashes and natural lashes together.
Congratulations you apply individual lashes  successfully. Now apply the rest of your makeup.
3.Magnetic Lashes:
Magnetic Lashes are a glue free alternative of traditional false lashes, these lashes are most easy to use lashes. Instead of using glue ,these lashes use small magnets to stick to magnetic eyeliner or another lash strip. They are easy to apply, reusable, and perfect for beginners .
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What You’ll Need:
- Magnetic Eyelashes
- Magnetic Eyeliner
- Eyelash Curler
- Tweezers
- Mascara
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Step 1: Prep Your Eyes:
Before applying magnetic lashes make sure that your eyelashes are clean from any type of makeup or oils. if they are not clean first clean them.
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Step 2: Apply Magnetic Eyeliner:
Take the magnetic eyeliner and shake the bottle of the eyeliner well before use. Now evenly apply a thin layer of liner along your upper eyelid. Make sure the eyeliner line in thick enough to magnate the lash with itself. wait until it dries 50%. If you want a extra hold apply a second layers after first layer dry out completely.
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Step 3: Attach the Magnetic Lashes:
With the help of tweezers or your fingers apply the lashes on the magnetic liner you apply on upper lash lid. The magnetic will automatically cling with the liner. Adjust the lashes as needed.
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Step 4: Blend & Adjust:
When the lashes are in place now curl your natural and fake lashes together apply a thin coat of mascara for seamless look.
Congratulations you apply Magnetic lashes successfully. Now apply the rest of your makeup.
4. Lash Extensions:
These lashes are semi-permanent lashes which applied by extension experts or professionals these lashes last for 2 to 6 weeks with proper care. These lashes giver more dramatic looks to your eyes these also give a seamless and natural look.
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Step 1: Prep Your Natural Lashes:
First prep your natural lashes clean then if they are not clean they should be clean from makeup or any type of oil .
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Step 2: Choose the Right Lash Extensions:
Lashes comes in various lengths, curves and thickness. If you are beginner start from short length lashes for natural look before trying dramatic looks.
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Step 3: Isolate the Natural Lashes:
Use under eye gel pads or tape to prevent lower lashes from sticking to the upper lashes. The using tweezer isolate a single lash at a time. Stick single extension with single natural lash to prevent clumping.
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Step 4: Apply Lash Adhesive & Extensions
Pick a extension cluster with the help of tweezers and dip it into glue (avoid using to much glue). Place the lash extension 1-2 mm away from the lash lid and attach it with the lash(stick with lash not with skin). wait 4-5 seconds until extension bonds securely. Repeat this method apply short length extension in the center of eye lid and smoothly transfer to the long length of lashes moving toward the outer corners.
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Step 6: Brush & Adjust:
When the glue dries completely, use a lash brush to gently comb through the lashes make sure they are separate from each other.
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Step 6: Let the Lashes Dry & Set:
Once all lashes are applied let them dry completely. Avoid touching them, avoid the contact with water, oil and steam for 24 to 48 hours.
With proper care Extensions will last 2-6 weeks. After 6 weeks you should remove them by yourself or from experts, Otherwise it will irritate your eyes.
Warnings:
- Wash your hands properly before applying the fake lashes
- Make sure your natural lashes and fake lashes both are clean to avoid irritation.
- Be gentle when you remove the lashes from your eyes
- Do not share your fake lashes with any one tp prevent germs.
- If you reused the lashes make sure they are clean before use
- Apply the glue carefully. If the glue accidently enters in your eye  immediately wash your eye with warm water.