How to apply mascara like a pro

Do you like longer and thicker eyelashes? You can apply one or two coats of good mascara in less than a minute. But, if you’re just starting out, you need a little guidance to prevent your lashes from looking lumpy and heavy. And because TwigBIG is your number one reference in the beauty world, here are the tips below.

How to apply mascara

Applying mascara can be a little intimidating, but the tapered top and stiff bristles of a mascara wand can help you reach every eyelash to give it a fuller look and make your eyes look big. However, the wrong application techniques can smudge the mascara and clog your eyelashes. So here are the simple steps below.

Start cleaning your eyes and eyelashes

Make sure that the eyelashes do not have any traces of makeup. A clean base is always good to prevent caking.

Bend your eyelashes

Look straight and hold the eyelash curler at the base of your eyelashes (but not too close). Now, look down and gently tap the eyelashes. Do this three times as you work towards the tip of your eyelashes.

Start from the east

Open the mascara tube and wipe off excess product on the applicator. Look directly in the mirror and place the applicator at the base of your eyelashes. Move the applicator upwards to coat your eyelashes from base to tip. You can “move” the applicator to ensure that it coats the eyelashes uniformly.

Go to the corners

Now, the hard part – painting the corners of your eyes. Use the tip of the applicator to cover the eyelashes from the corner. Cover it evenly from base to edge. This way, you will prevent your mascara from smudging or transferring.

Use a spoolie brush to prevent caking

Brush your lashes downward and then lift them up with a coil brush or lash brush to prevent clumping. Do this before the first coat of mascara is completely dry.

Apply a second layer

Follow the same method to apply a second coat of mascara.

final look

Enjoy long and full eyelashes that give the illusion of false eyelashes!

How to put mascara on the lower eyelashes

Lower lashes tend to be shorter, softer, and less dense than upper lashes. It’s hard to follow the same technique of applying mascara without smudging the eye. Here is an easy tutorial on how to apply mascara to lower lashes like a pro.

Put a handkerchief

Tilt your head down and look directly in the mirror. Place a tissue under your lower lashes to protect the under-eye area.

Start from the east

Wipe off excess mascara and apply it to the middle part of your lower lashes.

Cover the corner eyelashes

Painting angle lashes can be tricky. Hold the wand vertically and use the tip to coat each eyelash at the inner and outer corners of your eyes. This technique works best for shorter or thinner eyelashes on the lower eyelid.

Final look

Don’t your eyes look bigger and more open? In fact, your eyes also have the illusion of “lifting” without using any other eye makeup product.