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Health And Beauty Tips
Eye Lashes
The easy way to achieve
longer, stronger lashes
 The
secret to perfect lashes is choosing the right mascara - one
that not only lengthens and defines but also has the power to
condition and strengthen.
For most women mascara is the one item that they couldn't be
without on a desert island. It is an essential part of any
make-up routine, however simple . And with the return of
glamour, mascara has once again taken center stage.
Mascara is the simplest way to define eyes. The contrast of dark
lashes against the whites of the eyes can be more striking than
the results of even the most complicated eyeshadow techniques.
The latest mascara not only lengthen and darken but also care
for your lashes, thanks to the addition of ingredients more
usually found in skincare products. Conditioners and vitamins
help protect lashes, which like all hair, are made up of protein
and can be prone to brittleness and shedding.
What makes a Good Mascara
A well-shaped full brush, which coats lashes generously with
each application.
The right texture. Clogged lashes indicate that the mascara is
too thick and fibrous or the brush is inadequate (fibre-free
mascara won't clog); flaky particles on lashes mean that the
mascara is too dry.
The right consistency. If mascara is too thin it won' adhere to
lashes and will smear.
Staying power. A good mascara should last all day without
running or smudging around the eyes, even if it's not
waterproof.
Easy removal. You should be able to wipe away all traces of
mascara without rubbing.
Healthy Lashes
Healthy lashes are thick, long and strong and need just a coat
of mascara to emphasize them. Lashes that are thin at the tips
need slightly more maintenance but will benefit from the use of
a good-quality mascara, which will protect them. For very thin,
sparse or fragile lashes, an extra gentle mascara is essential;
it should be hypoallergenic, fibre-free and unfragranced, as
well as conditioning.
Technique
Careful application will result in long, full lashes. Never,
apply more than two coats, to avoid lashes sticking together,
and wipe the brush with a tissue to remove any excess before
putting it near the eye. Then brush the upper lashes downward
from the root and, when dry sweep the wand upwards, using a
slight side-to-side motion. For the lower lashes, hold the wand
vertically and stroke it from root to end, using the tip of the
brush. Finally, gently separate and define eyelashes with a lash
comb or a clean mascara wand. For a wide-eyed effect use a lash
curler before applying mascara (plastic ones are kinder than
metal), but make sure the pad is clean as any dirt will stick to
lashes.
Mascara Removal
Never go to sleep without removing mascara. When you take it
off, make sure you don't drag the delicate skin around the eye
area. Moisten a cotton wool ball with remover and stroke it over
the lashes in a downward motion until they're free of all traces
of make-up. Be gentle-if you lose a lash it takes a couple of
months for a new one to grow.
If you're shedding more than a couple of lashes a day it could
be that you're allergic to your eye make-up.
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