Eye Spy: in search of a bigger lash

Eye Spy … in search of a major whiplash by Cathy Gatson
Buying mascara can be a “revealing” experience. Who knew there were so many formulas to choose from? Thickening, lengthening, volumizing, maximizing and separating, just to name a few; It’s no wonder a tube of “Maybelline Great Lash” sells out somewhere in the world every 1.5 seconds. Its bright pink and green tube stands out from the rest, saving us from the plethora of lash options, without blinking, many of us grabbed the familiar and sadly another Great Lash sale, the best-selling mascara over the years. 33 years. I have a tube, I admit it, but because I read that it was “essential”, it also adds a bit of color to my toiletry bag. In search of a bigger lash, I secretly peeked into my best-painted friends’ makeup bags, casually swiped “and what mascara do you wear” to my unsuspecting co-workers, and probed long-lashed strangers to discover the mascara of their choice. . To my surprise, both friends and strangers had wide eyes and bushy tails to share the secrets of their lash life. So if you are interested in discovering what it is that keeps these women’s eyes open … read them and wink: To lengthen, volumize and separate –
Lancome Definicils $ 21.00 Splurge
Iman Perfect Mascara $ 13.00 Midway
Maximum factor that maximizes the value of $ 5.99
Maybelline Great Lash $ 4.99 value for plumping and plumping –
Estee Lauder MagnaScopic $ 21.00 Splurge
Volumizing Fashion Fair $ 12.00 Midway
L’Oreal Volumizer 4x $ 4.24 Value
Amazing Avon Lengths $ 2.99 * Steal
* sale price www.myavon.com To lengthen and separate –
Lancome Definicils $ 21.00 Splurge
L’Oreal Lash Out $ 5.99 Value
Max Factor Stretch & Separate $ 4.99 value
Amazing Avon Lengths $ 2.99 * Steal
* sale price www.myavon.com Dramatic Lashes – One Coat
Christian Dior Show $ 23.00 Splurge
Bad Gal Profit $ 18.00 midway
L’Oreal 3 D Architect $ 6.99 Value for Sensitive Eyes and Lens Wearers
Clinique Long & Pretty Mascara $ 13.50 Midway Lower & Hard-to-Reach Lashes $ 4.99 Value
Maybelline Lash Discovery Best Sleeping Mask (wink)
Kanebo Mascara $ 23.00 Splurge
Most Waterproof Mascara Here are some lash secrets to help you get your lashes in place:
Clean your mascara applicator at least once a month to get rid of clumps and prevent bacteria from building up on the bristles. Cover the wand with some petroleum jelly and gently wipe the mascara off the bristles, but do not damage the wand. Vaseline works best. Water will not remove all mascara residue, and soap can irritate your eyes. The shelf life of the mascara is 3-4 months. Always have a moistened swab on hand when applying your mascara to clean up any smudges before it dries! Fashion Fair Cosmetics Director Dewayne Moore recommends using an eyelash conditioner to improve dry and brittle lashes, extend lash life, and help mascara hold better and longer. Take care of your eyelashes as you do with your hair and skin
· For best results, “take the mascara wand out of the tube and gently scrape any clumps down the side or wipe it off with a tissue before applying,” says makeup artist Brandi Williams.
· Oprah’s makeup artist Reggie Wells says “start at the roots of the lashes and gently work the mascara all the way to the tips”
· Allow lashes to dry between coats. Use an eyelash comb or spiral brush to remove clumps.
Reggie Wells believes that applying mascara to the lower lashes is not necessary and only draws attention to the dark circles and wrinkles under the eye area. Try brown on your lower lashes for subtle definition.
Remove before bed with a mild eye makeup remover such as Lancome Bi-facil Eye Makeup Remover or Andrea Q Eye Makeup Remover Pads.
Mascara fusion … Did you know that Fashion Fair is black owned by Johnson Publishing Co. (Jet, Ebony) but L’Oreal is owned by Lancome and Maybelline? Proctor & Gamble owns Cover Girl and Max Factor. “Don’t Sleep” Well beloveds, I hope you have found this enlightening and helpful FY Eye in choosing the best mascara to maximize your lashes and focus your eyes … the windows to your soul. Bold indicates highly rated!