When selecting your eyelash curler, you have several options from which to choose. Plastic frames are usually inexpensive and are lightweight, especially if you travel a lot. Metal frames are not much more of an investment, but they will last longer and give you the added benefit of retaining heat. You can also purchase heated eyelash curlers which are generally battery powered.

Each type of curler consists of the same parts:
- a frame and hinge that allow you to clamp down on your eyelashes to curl them
- a handle
- a pad to cushion your eyelashes while you curl them

Often the pad is replaceable if it becomes damaged. To do this, you would simply pull up the old pad and press the replacement pad into the holder. Most curlers come with replacement pads, so you don’t have to worry about purchasing those separately.

How to Use Your Curler

Once you’ve found the right tool for the job, you’re ready to get started. Always use your eyelash curler on clean, dry lashes. If you try to use it after you’ve already applied your mascara, you run the risk of breaking your eyelashes. If you are using a metal curler, you can gently heat your curler for about three to five seconds with a hair dryer. This can help the curl last longer.

With the curler in the open position, carefully place it at the root of your upper lash line and gently apply pressure until the clamp is closed. Make sure to hold your lashes no longer than five to ten seconds so you do not damage your lashes.

Gently release the pressure on your eyelashes and move the curler to the midway point of your eyelashes. Apply light pressure for two or three seconds and then release. Now just do the same to the lashes on your other eye, and your lashes are ready for mascara.

Buying an Eyelash Curler


Follow these simple makeup tips for fantastic looking eyelashes, if you are in the market for a new curler or are considering upgrading your current Eyelash Curler you have a plethora of options when it comes to purchasing a new model. It is important to find the curler that works for you, this being said it can really pay off to spend some time reading reviews. There are many different types of models, generally speaking the more you spend on the curler the higher quality you will get. It is not really a large expense and a high quality Eyelash curler can be one of the main tools in your makeup toolkit.

1. Novalash Adhesives
a. Platinum Bond Lash Adhesives – glue last for up to 4 weeks, instead of the average 2 weeks.

2. Duo Eyelash Adhesives- is waterproof and available in dark or clear, and cost only $5.99.

3. Ardell Lashgrip Eyelash Adhesive- quick drying and waterproof and only cost $3.95.

Also Novalash Adhesives makes one for people with sensitive eyes this makes it easier for people who wear contacts to be able to wear fake eyelashes. There are many different options you have for glue just pick the one that will work best for you. I do recommend fake eyelashes to anyone, if you want that dramatic look. My sister wears them and I think they are gorgeous.

Using an Eyelash Curler to curl your eyelashes will make them look bigger and really make your eyes stand out. Remember to never apply your mascara until after you are done curling your eyelashes. This is important for them not too break.

I have never worn them but if I needed to I definitely would, the glue I would use would be the sensitive glue because I wear contacts. I believe I may try them because my mascara always seems to irritate my contacts and then I have to take them out and wear my dorky looking glasses which I hate. I always wonder how to make the eyelashes stay on so I researched them and found out how easy they are to put on and wear. This would definitely save someone time when having to do makeup you would have one less step to do in the early mornings. And besides they look better than ones with mascara on that run.