How To Apply Mascara Like A Pro!
When it comes to eye makeup, mascara is nothing less than a magic wand that can completely transform your look, helping you flaunt voluminously thicker eyelashes without using fake lashes. But if you’ve been avoiding mascara frequently to avoid smudging your eyeshadow or a perfectly drawn winged eyeliner, this one is you. Though applying mascara seems easy, most people still end up with clumpy, spidery lashes. So, if the question ‘how to use mascara properly?’ still haunts you, read on and learn the right way to get fluttery and bold lashes in no time.
How to Use Mascara
Step 1: Curl your lashes
Start the mascara application process by placing the padded part of the lash curler at the base of your upper lashes. Try to place it as close to the eyelid as you can, then close the curler, and gently squeeze for 5-7 seconds. Repeat on the other eye. Pro tip: If you don’t have an eyelash curler, then push your eyelashes up with your fingertips. Try this process on wet lashes.
Step 2: Get the mascara on the wand by twisting back and forth
When pulling out the mascara wand from the tube, make sure the bristles are evenly coated with the product. To get maximum product on the wand, twist it back and forth and wipe off any excess product on the mouth of the tube. Also, avoid repeatedly pumping the wand in and out. Wondering why? Because by doing this mascara mistake you would push air into the tube and dry out your mascara quicker.
Step 3: Look up and coat your lashes the right way
While applying mascara, you must look up to reach the base of the upper lash optimally without hurting your eyes. Place the mascara bristles under your upper lashes at the root and move the wand toward the tip of the lashes in a zig-zag wiggling motion. This motion ensures maximum coverage without clumping your lashes together. Starting from the root of the lashes also gives you maximum volume and density on the base and keeps your lashes soft and fluttery and does not weigh them down.
Step 4: Cover eyelashes on the inner and outer corner
Want to know how to use mascara like a pro? Don’t forget to coat eyelashes on the inner and outer corner. Most people tend to neglect the eyelashes on the outer and inner corner and focus only on the centre area which makes the eyes small. Make sure you are covering every eyelash thoroughly.
Step 5: Repeat on the lower lashes
Wondering how to apply mascara to lower lashes? The process is similar to the upper eyelash. However, you need to hold a makeup sponge or a similar sort of product underneath your eyes to make sure the mascara does not transfer to your skin. Use the tip of the wand to coat the bottom lashes. The lower lash line tends to have sparse and small eyelashes, therefore, using the tip of the mascara wand will help protect the product from clumping or smudging. Now that you have the answer for how to apply mascara to lower lashes, you can easily complete the step.
Step 6: Apply a second coat if desired
To add more volume and get bold, dramatic lashes, add a second coat of mascara by repeating steps one to five on the upper and lower lashes. Made a mascara mistake by applying the excess product on your lashes? If yes, then follow this tip. If you notice any clumps because of this mascara mistake, you can use a clean spoolie or mascara brush and lightly comb through the lashes to separate them. Thus, you would get rid of all the clumping.
The steps certainly explain how to use mascara like a pro however, you must choose the right mascara formulation to get the desired result.
Choose the Right Mascara Formulation
Understand what you are looking for in mascara before setting out to make a purchase. Do your long lashes need more volume? Or do you want your thick lashes to hold their curl? There are a variety of mascaras to choose from, so make sure you do your research and pick one that suits your needs. You can also layer two different mascaras and enjoy the benefits of both!
1. Lengthening Mascara for short lashes – If you have short lashes, you can go for a lengthening mascara and give your lashes an instant professional-looking lash lift. Lengthen your lashes with the Maybelline Lash Lift Waterproof Mascara.
2. Volumizing mascara for sparse lashes – Those who have sparse lashes can opt for volumizing mascara to densify their lashes. Add more volume to the lashes with the Maybelline Lash Sensational Waterproof Mascara. You can also achieve 2X volume in your lashes with the collagen-infused volume-pumping formula of the Maybelline Colossal Waterproof Mascara and the Colossal Washable Mascara.
3. Curling mascara – Curling mascara focus on adding lift to your lashes. If bigger and brighter lashes are your lookout rather than fuller and longer lashes, then you must rely on curling mascara. You can go for the Maybelline Volum’ Express Hyper Curl Washable Mascara and the Maybelline Volum’ Express Hyper Curl Waterproof Mascara. This type of mascara is created with a unique curl lock formula to keep a volumized curl in your lashes from root to tip and lock it in place for 18 hours.
Want to try different types of mascara formulations? Use the Maybelline Virtual Try-On tool to test how different types of Maybelline mascara look on you. This advanced tool gives you a virtual makeover in real-time and lets you experiment with different face, eyes, and lip makeup products. What’s more! You can try the Maybelline Foundation Finder tool to choose the perfect shade match of foundation. Now that you know how to use mascara, you can level up your mascara game and complete eye makeup like a pro. Make sure to give equal care and precision to your face makeup and lip makeup as well.