Mascara mistakes to avoid

Mascara has the power to change your whole look, even if the rest of your face remains bare. However, we all sometimes fall victim to mascara mistakes that leave us with short, clumpy, and flaky lashes. To avoid the look of unkempt eyelashes, don’t commit these seven mascara sins.

1. You only use the brush in one direction: when applying mascara, zigzag to the tips of your lashes or you hold the brush vertically and move along the lashes like a windshield wiper. This makes the lashes look much fuller and denser.
2. You use only one mascara: one mascara to create, length, define and volumize? Forget it! You’re better off using two or three different mascaras and apply them on top of each other. Each one can fulfil its purpose. You’ll find the right combo with a little bit of trial & error.

3. You apply mascara only on the outer corners: Especially for blondies, this is a big no-no. For everyone else, this step will change the overall look of your lashes and make them look thicker and darker. Putting mascara on both sides of your lashes will add more length and colour, which overall makes your lashes look amazing.

4. You forget about concealer on your eyelids: Your lashes look great but the colour is transferring onto your eyelids. This happens if the mascara hasn’t dried enough or if your skin got a little oily. To avoid this, apply eyelid primer first and some neutral shadow on top. This will keep the concealer from moving and create a shield for the mascara.

5. You pump the brush into the mascara to get the last bits out: This actually makes the mascara dry faster. Instead, put your brush in the tube and swirl it around or pull it close to the walls of the tube.

6. You leave too much mascara on the brush: To get an even application, you should strip the paint reside on the inside of the tube or wipe it with some paper towel.

6. Your brush is too big: You might end up with a ton of colour on your eyelashes but no lengthening effect. This might be because your brush head is simply too big. Work with a narrow, defined brush. This will help create some length and thickness instead of clumpy black lashes.