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5 Things You Never Knew About How to Apply Mascara Correctly And Without Clumping

How to apply mascara correctly and without clumping can be used by any women who uses this makeup tool.

If you’re like most women, mascara is one of your top two or three can’t-live-without beauty products. But even though you may think you know everything there is to know about applying mascara, you can probably still learn a trick or two.

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How to Apply Mascara Correctly and Without Clumping Lashes

The best method for applying mascara correctly is a two-step method, says Andrea Q. Robinson, a onetime Vogue beauty editor, beauty industry exec and author.

Step one: Hold the wand close to the lid horizontally and in a quick back-and-forth – almost vibrating motion – move the brush from the roots to the ends of the lashes. This will give you coverage.

Step two: Change the wand to a vertical direction and move back and forth like a windshield wiper. This is for separation and will help prevent clumps.

When Do I Use a Waterproof Mascara?

Waterproof formulas are too tough on your lashes for everyday use, Robinson says. You’ll have to rub hard to loosen the color, and in doing so you risk breaking your lashes.

Save the waterproof mascara for those times you know you’ll be tearing up – like a weepy movie or your best friend’s wedding. And keep in mind that most regular formula mascaras will wear well throughout the day without smudging, and are easily removable with soap and water or makeup remover.

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How to Apply Mascara for Volume and Length

Do you have droopy lashes that won’t stay curled? Try curling them twice, suggests Hollywood makeup artist Brett Freedman.

First curl them before you apply mascara. And then give your lashes a second curl after your mascara is on and dry.

My personal trick to lengthen your natural lashes, and even the false lashes, is to apply eye lash primer as the first layer. Then, follow with your favorite mascara over the primer.

The result of such use of mascara over the lash primer is stunning. I am a huge fan of this duet when it comes to mascara tips and tricks for daily use.

Best Way to Apply Mascara on False Lashes

If you’re going to pump up your lashes with individual false lashes, apply them after the first coat of mascara.

“That way you can see exactly where you want a little extra fullness and length. Then apply another coat of mascara to marry your real and false lashes together,” says Brett Friedman.

Also, do keep in mind that your mascara cannot last forever. Learn how to do your regular clean-up beauty tips every season.

Using Two Mascaras for Classy A Look

Colored mascara looks gorgeous in candlelight. Purple, blue or emerald mascara “reads black,” until you get next to light, when your lashes show a touch of hue. It’s subtle, but it gives your lashes a little more interest.

Want to know how to do this beauty mascara trick? Use a coat or two of your regular black mascara, then layer just the tips of your lashes with a colored mascara.

Tip: Deep blue mascara looks good on every eye color.

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61 Comments

    1. Jackline,
      Happy to be helpful. Obviously, there are many other ways to do so. But these come from the tested by me.

  4. I always apply mascara in two layers, two different brands: a normal one, and one for volume. It makes such a difference and my eyelashes look amazing.

    1. Joanna,
      Your way is a great one as well. The difference in formulations give a potent effect – more volume.

  6. I don’t wear mascara so often but these are great information I would love to know. Thanks!

  7. This is really useful for applying mascara. I am going to have to try some of these out really soon. I like giving my eyelashes a bit of volume.

    1. Jasmine,
      I like using mascara with the primer. It really gives them volume and an interesting look. It really amuzes me especially being home and working out of home office.

    1. Why not, Hannah?
      Colored mascara, when used with purpose, can only add to your sparkle.

  9. Great tips, I’m the worst at applying makeup. I really need to practice. Plus my lashes are super short

    1. Bella,
      A really cool trick to extend your lashes is with Primer.
      First, add white primer to your lashes, then add your mascara. The results are stunning. I do it frequently.

    1. Fake lashes can be beautiful, too.
      If they are easy and work for you, gosh, run with it!

  11. So many of these tips I didn’t know! I remember when I was little, I’d watch my mum put on her makeup and always loved watching her do her mascara.

    1. Emily,
      Mascara was always kind of a mystery to me.
      The mascaras I watched the grownups were putting on were not a match to the today’s ones.
      They were mascara blocks and plastic brushes. Agh, not pleasant.

    1. I do not wear a ton of makeup. But I like mascara.
      With the skin care routine and mascara, that’s what makes my day.

    1. Mae,
      If you want to master the mascara routine, you can.
      Just start applying it.
      I would recommend the water-based mascara and a primer to make your lashes look stunning.

    1. Thank you, Toni.
      These tips have been tested and proved to work. I use many of them all the time.

    1. Catalina,
      Mascara really adds to the dramatic effect in our lives and in pictures.

  17. These were some wonderful tips! Using waterproof mascara was always my go-to until I saw this post so thank you for sharing!

    1. Marie,
      This is the best response ever: if these tips have encouraged you to use mascara, what a bliss!

  20. These are some great tips. I’m glad I read this. I don’t wear a whole lot of makeup, but mascara is one that I do wear. I always hated when it got clumps. I’ll be trying these tips now.

  21. i didn’t know a few of these tips. ive been putting on mascara daily for almost my entire life. super interesting.

    1. Katrina,
      Your mascara looks awesome.
      But if you picked up one to tow tricks for your mascara pro application – wow, what a pat on my back!
      Enjoy, my friend.

  22. I will try this method next time I apply mascara. This seems like it would be mess-free

    1. Jane,
      I’ve updated my tips and tricks on how to apply mascara.
      Have had some time while staying at home.

  25. It’s always a pain for me to apply mascara. My eyes and eyelashes are so sensitive! Maybe this list will help! Thanks!

  27. What a fun list. I didn’t realize there were things to know, but clearly there were, and good/cool things too! I’ll remember the false eyelashes tip when I dress up for Halloween this year (already got my glitter lashes ready to wear). 🙂

    1. Rosey,
      Mascara and eyelashes can be amazing for dress-up and daily classic look.

  29. It’s so true about the waterproof mascara. I never thought about wearing it only on the days when I really needed it to be waterproof!

  31. I can’t wait to try step 2 of tip 1. I’ve never applied that way, but it makes sense!

  32. Great tips! I love my waterproof mascara, though. I find it to be gentle and easy to remove after the day has ended. Also, I find that a lot of people who curl their lashes after putting on mascara end up ripping their eyelashes out, because the mascara, whether wet or dry, tends to clump up on the rubber pad on the curler and stick to your lashes. Maybe it doesn’t happen all the time!

    1. Jessica,
      I usually use oil to get the mascara off and to ease the process of removal.
      For may daily use, I use light mascara with highlights at the tips of the eyelashes.

  33. I like the tip about using a different color on the tips for night time wear-it will definitely make a difference. All the rest was very good advice especially the fact that regular mascara is just fine-no real need for water proof mascara for every day wear.

  37. Thanks for the tips I have never tried to put mascara on the top of my lashes. I will have to try that. Since the first time I’ve used an eyelash curler, I have not stopped. It makes a huge difference.

    1. Amber,
      Mascara could be real fun to play with. I experiment with different products and layers.

  39. My lashes are too short to curl, I’ve never even bothered with an eyelash curler. Didn’t know that about the waterproof mascara though.

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