Rund's Halloween Makeup TutorialOct.27.2020
When it comes to the world of cosmetics, mascara is actually a fairly new invention. Mascara, as we know it today, wasn’t developed until the 19th century. A man by the name of Eugene Rimmel who was a chemist first invented it after petroleum jelly was invented. The earliest form of the cosmetic was first used in Ancient Egypt. Back then, Egyptians would use khol to darken their eyelashes, along with their eyelids and eyebrows. This kohl was often mixed with honey, crocodile dung, water, and soot, to help keep it from running. Baby, we’ve come a long way. The beauty of mascara is, it is one of the most straight forward types of makeup out there. It’s really hard to go wrong with any type, no matter what your eyelash situation. Still, if you’ve ever wondered which type might be best for you, we’ve got answers.
What would life be without choices, amiright? While many of us tend to find a brand or type of mascara we like and stick exclusively to it, there are a bunch of formulas out there to choose from. Here’s each kind, what they do, and what type of lashes they’re best for.
A mascara’s formula type has a lot to do with how likely it is to clump up on your lashes. Thicker mascaras, like volumizing formulas, are more prone to clumping because they’re much thicker. If you’re looking for a light, feathery feel where your lashes stay separated, this is your pick. This type is good for people with naturally dense lashes, though it works for anyone.
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This type is an absolute must for exercise days, beach days, pool days, rainy days, or days where crying might be in the mix. A sneaky tip about waterproof mascara is you can actually apply it after putting on your favorite formula mascara. That way, you put the good stuff on first, and then the waterproof type protects it. This type is good for active gals and those who might suffer from watery eyes or allergies.
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Okay, this one takes a couple of steps. First, you put on a white primer base that gives tiny lengthening fibers a way to attach to your lashes. Next, you put on a black finishing cream formula. It’s almost like little tiny falsies that cling directly onto your real lashes. This type is good for people who have sparse lashes, or lashes that are short and thin. The downside is that the fibers can sometimes fall into your eyes, which obviously stings. You have to take great care to gently clean this formula off.
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Do your lashes stick straight out instead of having a natural upward curve. If so, this is the type of mascara you should look for. This formula typically comes with a curved brush that helps encourage that curl all the more.
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This type does exactly what its name implies. Usually these formulas will have wands with denser bristles. This is to help the product adhere to the lashes, especially at the ends. Two coats is usually suggested with this formula.
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This product type is kind of like the step-sister of fiber mascara. It forms little cones around each individual hair to help add bulk and length. But, where this type gets a leg-up is that it doesn’t have such a high tendency to flake off as you go about your day.
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Again, this type is pretty self-explanatory. This formula is gonna help you add volume to make your lashes more full, and can often also add a bit of curl. Girls with thin and sparse lashes will especially love this type. But, it really is universally great for everyone, and can work for anything from work to play.
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Think of this type of mascara as an all-in-one type of product. It will give you length, volume, thickness, and are even often waterproof. Lash defining formulas will typically come with a many bristled, fat wand, in an effort to really cover each and every hair. This is a great mascara for anyone and perfect for day wear.
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It seems like there’s a primer now for each and every beauty product out there. So, is eyelash primer really necessary. In all honesty, that’s something you have decide. If you have a mascara that you love, and that looks and works just fine, why add another step to your beauty routine if you don’t have to. On the other hand, if you tend to have issues with clumping or have damaged lashes, you might want to start using a primer. Primer is meant to promote longer and stronger lashes by nourishing them. It is also meant to provide the smoothest surface possible for your mascara to cling to.
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If the wand that comes with your mascara formula doesn’t seem to be working for you, ditch it. The wand, not the whole tube of mascara. For instance, if you have monolids, or a smaller eye shape altogether, you will benefit most from smaller wands with a dense shape. Don’t be afraid to find the exact wand that works best for you.
Coat both sides. Many of us just do one side of our lashes. But, to achieve a more overall thick and dramatic look, make sure to run that wand over both sides, top and bottom.
Twirl, don’t pump!
Between coats of mascara, apply a little translucent powder. Doing so can really bulk up the appearance of your lashes.
Smudges? Our natural urge is to wipe it away immediately. Actually, you should wait for it to dry first. Cleanup will be much easier and you won’t end up smearing the still wet product through the rest of your makeup.
