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Can you put on false eyelashes without tweezers?

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Yes, you can carefully apply them with your fingers. Some false lashes also come with specially designed applicator tools.

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Can you apply false eyelashes without glue?

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Self-adhesive false lashes will stick without additional glue. If you’d prefer to avoid adhesives altogether, try a set of magnetic lashes!

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How long can you wear false eyelashes?

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Depending on the type of adhesive you use, some false eyelashes can stay on for days or even weeks. However, wearing them too long might cause irritation or increase your risk of infection. As a general rule, it’s best to take them off before you go to bed.

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How and what will I use to clean them, and will the glue come off?

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You can use makeup remover to remove them and, yes, the glue will ocme off, but you should replace falsies often to prevent any germs.

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Do I have to put on eyeliner?

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Eyeliner isn't neccesary for fake eyelashes, it just makes them look more natural if you mess up.

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Can I wear false lashes while bathing?

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DUO glue is waterproof, but it will eventually loosen if it gets soaking wet. Be sure not to rub them.

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Is there any substitute for makeup remover?

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Coconut oil is always a good choice.

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Can I reuse the lashes?

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Yes but always clean them after use and place them back in the box after they dry.

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Are they placed above or below real eyelashes?

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They are placed just above your natural eyelashes. They shouldn't be glued to your eyelashes, but be as close as possible.

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Will using false eyelashes hurt my natural lashes?

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The only way it could cause damage is if you applied the falsies directly onto your natural lashes. Then you could encounter trouble pulling them off.

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What do you need for applying?

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Use tweezers. It is really hard to apply false eyelashes with your fingers. Tweezers allow you to see what you are doing so you don't put the eyelash on wrong. Also, you need a mirror.

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Can kids use false lashes?

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Yes, but it might be harmful if they touch them or they annoy the kid.

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Can fake eyelashes be reused?

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Fake eyelashes can be reused if they are not one time use and they have been cleaned immediately after they've been removed.

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How can I tell if the glue is dry?

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The glue or adhesive you're using for fake lashes is probably white. Once you apply the glue on the lashes and stick them on your lash line, and it dries for a few minutes, the glue shouldn't be visible. If it's no longer white, the glue has dried.

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I'm having trouble getting the false eyelashes close enough to my lash line. Do you have any suggestions?

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Try to get the lashes as close as you are able to, to begin with. Then, take a black liquid liner and line your eye where you've missed and left any gaps. Nobody will be able to tell the difference.

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How long can I wear false eyelashes before they wear out?

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If you clean off the glue thoroughly between uses, you can easily get 3+ wears out of one set. Use your own judgement though, and once they look gross, trash them!

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Will false eyelashes stay on while I am in bed?

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You need to take them off while sleeping to avoid irritation, even if they will stay on.

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How long do the eyelashes stay on?

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It depends on how much glue you put on, but they usually stay on for about 2 days. I would suggest not wearing them to bed, just take them off and save them, then you can put them on the next day.

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Can I use baby oil to remove fake eyelashes?

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You can, but you won't be able to use them again. Only use this method when you intend on throwing them away afterwards.

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How long can you wear the lashes or should they be removed every night before bed?

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They should be removed before bed! Fake lashes are re-useable, so you can wear them the next day if you wanted to.

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Is it hard to put the lashes on?

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Not at all! Just get them as close to your lash line as you can and you'll be fine.

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Which works better: mascara or fake eyelashes?

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If you want longer lashes, you can use fake eyelashes. Mascara looks more natural. Therefore, it depends on what look you are going for.

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I have allergies with itchy eyes. I don't wear my contacts overnight anymore because of it. But I have a special event I want to wear lashes for, are they are very itchy or bothersome?

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False lashes are almost never comfortable. You have to choose your lashes, cut them to size, and practice wearing them before the event for them to be even moderately comfortable.

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Can I use water to clean my fake eyelashes?

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Water doesn't clean anything, only rinses. You should use makeup remover, and rinse that off with water.

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When I try to place the lashes on my lashline, they don't stay on. How do I keep them on when I first apply them?

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When you're applying the glue, you should wait a couple of seconds till it gets sticky (I usually wait about 30 seconds with DUO glue) and then apply it to your eyelid and hold it for maybe 5 seconds so you're sure it's in place.

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Do I have to apply eyeliner?

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You don't have to, but it would look better and more real if you do. You won't see the distance between the fake eyelashes and your real eyelashes that much if you apply some eyeliner.

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It's difficult for me to see the mirror without my glasses when I'm trying to apply the false eyelashes. Do you have any suggestions for me?

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If you're nearsighted, try using a mirror with nothing in front of it (like a sink) and sitting really close to it.

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How do I remove false eyelashes?

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Use makeup remover. Or, if you're feeling bold, just pluck them off.

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What can I use to clean lashes after I've used them?

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It depends on what lashes you have. If they're made from silk, velvet, or animal fur, you can usually clean them and get around 30 uses out of them. Only real fur lashes can be worn more than 30 times if they're properly cared for. If you got your lashes at the drugstore, the most wear you'll get out of them is 6 - 8 times. Don't put mascara on them.

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What falsies should I use if I'm doing a 100 years of beauty/makeup video on YouTube?

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You should Huda Beauty eyelashes. They come at a great price and are very durable.

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