How to Choose an Eyelash Curler and How to Care For It

Eyelash curlers come with padsthat should be changed every few months. Choose a curler that hascomfortable finger holes so that you will be able to get a good gripwhile you are curling your lashes.
Step-by-Step Eye Lash Curling Instructions

1. Start with bare lashes.Always curl eyelashes before applying mascara. When you curl the lashesafter applying mascara, you can damage or pull out your eyelashes. Youare also very likely to smudge the mascara and have to touch it up,too. You should curl your lashes before applying other eye cosmetics,like eye shadow or eyeliner.
   
2. Use clean equipment.Clean the eyelash curler well with alcohol or makeup remover beforeeach use to prevent any dirt or bacteria from accidentally getting intoyour eyes. Even if you are the only person using the eyelash curler, itis best to be sure that it is perfectly clean.
   
3. Warm things up for lasting curl.Heat the eyelash curler before use with a hairdryer on LOW setting, forabout 10 seconds. If you do not have a hairdryer handy, you canaccomplish this by running the eyelash curler under hot water for a fewseconds. When the tool is heated, it is easier to curl the lashes. Justbe sure to double check and make sure that the curler is not too hotbefore putting it too close to your eyes.
   
4. Positioning the eyelash curler. Becareful to avoid gripping the lashes too close to the eyelid. You caneither pinch the eyelid or pull the lashes out. Position the curlertoward the tips of your eyelashes, and gently pump and squeeze thecurler and hold for a few seconds. Do this at the base, in the middleand at the tips of the lashes. Some people have shorter lashes, so thismay be more difficult. You should always use gentle motions whenworking on your eyelashes; the skin in this area is very delicate andthe lashes are easily pulled out. You can curl both the upper and lowereyelashes, but most people tend to only curl the upper lashes. Becausethe lower lashes are generally shorter, they are more difficult to“grab” with the curler and less likely to hold the curl properly.
   
5. Comb lashes and apply mascara.After curling your lashes, use a lash comb to comb out any overlappingeyelashes so that they are perfectly ready for the application ofmascara. Comb gently again after applying mascara to remove any clumpsand even out the coverage.

What to Avoid When Curling Lashes

• Never apply mascara before curling lashes
• Be sure to not grip lashes too close to the eyelids
• Be sure that the curler is not too hot—use a low setting on the blow dryer and test before using
• Use even pressure to avoid crimping lashes or leaving a crease

Nowyou are ready to use these tips and curl your eyelashes properly, andalso what to avoid if you want to have the appearance of a little extralash length. Curling your eyelashes is a great way to add brightness toyour face, without having to opt for false eyelashes to get noticed.