How can you extend your lashes yourself, at home? It’s a question plenty of makeup lovers ask – whether they want a more striking gaze or simply aren’t happy with how their natural lashes look. The good news: you don’t need a professional beauty salon to get a gorgeous fan of lashes. With the right products and a little care during application, you can create a real WOW effect at home. How? We’re here with the answer!
Choosing the right products for at-home eyelash extensions
If you want to enjoy a spectacular gaze with false lashes, you need to stock up on the right products and accessories. That’s the key to success.
The most important question, of course, is which lashes to choose for your extensions. Styles that go on with traditional glue are slowly becoming a thing of the past. Why? They’re tricky to apply properly, and for beginners the process can be quite time-consuming.
Magnetic lashes solve these problems. All you need to put them on is a magnetic eyeliner, and it takes literally a few moments. DIY false lashes are also becoming more and more popular, and they’re just as quick to apply. For those, all you need is Bond – you’ll read more about the whole process later in our guide.
When choosing false lashes, pay attention to what they’re made of. Wink Beauty lashes are completely vegan, made from special fibers that give them a very natural look. Not only are they cruelty-free, they’re also safe for everyday wear.
What do you need for eyelash extensions at home? A lot depends on which method you’ve chosen. If you’ve gone for magnetic lashes, then besides the lashes themselves you should have the eyeliner mentioned above on hand, plus a special applicator with a comb. It gives you the precision you need and lets you comb through your lashes – both natural and false.
Chosen DIY lashes for your at-home lash extensions? You’ll need Bond and Seal, which are essential for long-lasting application. In our shop you’ll find a 2-in-1 product, which makes putting your kit together much easier. The applicator mentioned above will come in handy too.
Remember that choosing high-quality products isn’t everything. Setting up your workspace is just as important. The most important element is the lamp – daylight just won’t cut it. So what kind of lamp should you use for lash extensions? A ring light works very well. It gives you diffused, even light, and many models let you change its intensity and color temperature, so you can adjust it to your needs.
Step by step: how to apply false lashes
How do you do eyelash extensions yourself? It’s easier than you think. Don’t worry – applying false lashes doesn’t require any extraordinary manual skills. All you need are good products, a steady hand and instructions that make the whole process take no more than a few minutes.
Let’s start with magnetic lashes. First, take the strip lashes out of the box and check whether they need trimming. It all depends on the effect you want to achieve. Hold them up to your eye – that makes it easier to judge the right length. For the next step, you’ll need a magnetic eyeliner. Draw a line with it – it’s up to you whether you go for a classic wing or simply define your lash line. Then wait a moment for the product to partly dry. Next, look down, place the magnetic lashes on the line and press them gently into place. And that’s all there is to it. Super simple, right? With every application, it gets easier until it’s a piece of cake.
What about applying DIY lashes? You shouldn’t have any trouble here either – even if it’s your very first try. The first step to a striking gaze is cleaning your natural lashes thoroughly. Use a makeup remover and wait for them to dry. Then grab Bond and apply it to your lashes exactly the way you apply mascara. Wait about 20 seconds – your natural lashes will become tacky and ready for the false lashes. Wink Beauty DIY lashes come in segments, which makes them much easier to apply. Use an applicator to place them, then press them against your natural lashes. Finally, apply Seal – both from above and from below. Do it very thoroughly, as this step extends the life of your false lashes. Done!
You’re probably wondering how long at-home lash extensions take. It’s no secret that having them done in a beauty salon means setting aside anywhere from 1.5 to as much as 3 hours! Of course, it all depends on the method you choose. But what if we told you that applying false lashes – both magnetic and DIY – takes just a few minutes at most? That’s a huge time saver you can put toward the rest of your makeup.
Safety tips for eyelash extensions at home
Safety comes first, so keep a few golden rules in mind.
The first and most important one is making sure you can safely apply eyeliner to your eyelids or use Bond and Seal on your lashes. How? Read the ingredient lists, which you’ll find in the product descriptions. Still, you may not know that one of the ingredients causes a reaction in you. That’s why you should do a simple patch test on your arm before using a product for the first time.
When doing at-home extensions with magnetic or bonding lashes, try to apply liquid products in a way that keeps them out of your eyes. If it does happen by accident, don’t wait – rinse your eye right away under running water.
Importantly, if you’ve chosen magnetic lashes, make sure the eyeliner doesn’t dry onto your natural lashes. That can weigh them down, and it can also significantly shorten how long your look lasts.
Also remember that proper hygiene is essential – both for your workspace and your hands. Wash your hands thoroughly before every application. The same goes for your lash extension accessories: disinfect them after each use. The cleanliness of the false lashes themselves matters too. Store them properly and make sure they’re always ready to apply.
How do you care for lash extensions so they last as long as possible?
Taking good care of your lashes goes a long way toward extending their life. Magnetic lashes are reusable, so after removing them, clean them thoroughly with an oil-free makeup remover, let them dry and put them back in their original box. Bonding lashes, on the other hand, can be worn for up to 14 days with proper care, but we don’t recommend reusing them once removed. While wearing them, be careful when washing the area around your lashes – ideally with a cotton pad. Avoid oil-based cosmetics.