How to apply mascara properly and which cosmetic to choose?
Well-groomed and perfectly coated in mascara lashes beautify the entire make-up. Unfortunately, proper application of mascara is only half the battle. It’s also important to choose the right mascara. Which mascara gives the best results and how to use it properly? Check a few simple rules that can improve your whole appearance.
How to apply mascara?
Two issues are very important when it comes to applying mascara: the right mascara and the right technique of application. The first will be dealt with a bit later. Regarding the method of application, it should be matched to the shape of your eye. If you have droopy eyelids, it’s better to skip applying the formula to the lower eyelashes. The same applies to the owners of long lower lashes. What to do when your eyelashes are rather thin and short? Between the application of successive layers of mascara, apply a bit of transparent powder thanks to which every hair will be optically thickened and lengthened. Don’t worry, it will not stick your eyelashes together.
What to do when your eyelashes stick together?
If your eyelashes stick together, you should comb them with a metal or plastic comb. Do not use a pin to separate your lashes as you may damage the skin or your eyeball. How to avoid clumpy lashes? Hold the wand parallel to the eyelid, make zigzag movements starting from the roots of the lashes. Use the tip of the brush to cover all the small eyelashes in the corners of your eyes. If your mascara has dried up, add a drop of contact lens solution, make-up remover or two-phase make-up remover. The cosmetic will regain the right consistency.
Applying mascara – ingredients for beautiful eyelashes
Mascara is something more than just a cosmetic used to give colour and emphasize the lashes. Nowadays, products available in drugstores are designed to thicken, lengthen, curl and nourish the hair. All of it is possible after using a mascara that contains the right set of ingredients. Vitamin E, ceramides and proteins strengthen the hair. Keratin, plant waxes and beeswax are responsible for nutrition. Pro-vitamin B5, plant wax, beeswax will make the lashes elastic, whereas silicone gives gloss. Silk, cashmere and mohair will thicken them.
When to replace a mascara?
In general, mascara’s shelf life is usually three months. This is indicated by the PAO symbol (an opened jar with the number of months). However, the product should be replaced when its consistency changed, or the smell or colour raises your doubts. What’s more, mascaras that contain water are an ideal environment for the multiplication of bacteria. The expiration date of such cosmetics is usually short. Keep in mind that using an old mascara can lead to dangerous diseases.
Why is it important to clean the mascara wand?
Washing the mascara brush once a week is necessary to protect yourself from diseases and irritations of the eyes and eyelids. Cleaning the wand will also prevent the formula from drying up as well as make it stay fresh longer.
What should you know about mascara?
- To remove a waterproof formula use special products, otherwise you may irritate the eyelids and deteriorate the condition of the eyelashes. Two-phase make-up removers and moisturising lotions are a good idea.
- After each wash, carefully close the mascara tube. It’s important because the formula contains volatile oils that will evaporate in contact with air.
- Put the brush carefully into the tube. If air gets inside, it will speed up the drying process.
- If you wear contact lenses, don’t use a mascara with thickening and lengthening particles – this mascara may smudge.
