If you like a separated lash look, Emily recommends picking up a lash comb. “For extra definition, I like to take the comb and go through all the individual lashes, making sure there are no clumps. I would just advise being careful as lash combs are metal and sharp. Do not stab yourself accidentally!”
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How do I avoid clumps in my mascara?
“Some tips and tricks to avoid clumping are to work in thinner layers and use a lash comb after mascara,” says Emily. “I find using too much product right off the bat causes really clumpy lashes, so make sure you’re taking off the excess product.”
Unless you’re into a clumpy lash look – in that case, pile the product on. “More coats equal more drama, more length,” Emily adds.
Emily loves Catrice Hyper Lash Mascara, which separates lashes for definition, length, volume, and curl. “Plus, it comes in multiple colours and a waterproof option,” she says.
What should you not do when applying mascara?
Avoid starting at the best of lashes. Beginning at the root creates volume and a strong foundation. If your lashes are too best-heavy, the mascara may weigh your lashes down and cause the opposite effect. “It’s super important to start at the base and to build up there,” Emily says. “To get the best, most even layers of mascara, I always recommend starting from the base.”
Should you pump your mascara?
Pumping your mascara is usually not necessary, unless you’re running out of product or want to evenly distribute the formula. “I pump my mascara to make sure I have the product all in the bristles and not just on the tip of the brush,” says Emily. “If it’s a newer mascara, you do not have to do this. There will be plenty of product in the tube, so it’s not necessary.”
How can I prevent my mascara from smudging?
If you have oily skin, you can be more vulnerable to smudging. “Oil breaks down makeup,” says Emily. She recommends trying a tubing mascara with more staying power. “Sometimes waterproof mascara can still smudge on more oily skin types, so I always recommend more of a tubing mascara to people who have this problem. I like the tubing mascara because it’s easy to take off and it stays all day,” she adds.
This article was originally published on GLAMOUR US.
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