Mascaras for Length, Volume and Curl

Mascara can transform your look. It is one of the easiest things to add to your makeup to create impact. Different mascaras do different things, though! So, make sure you grab a mascara that has what you are looking for: length, volume, or curl?

The wand matters. Have you ever noticed that different mascaras have different shaped wands? Well, those different wand shapes actually have different results for your lashes!

• straight for natural
• sparse for length
• thick for volume
• tapered for winged 
• spiral for precision
• big for volume
• curved for curl

 

Then, consider how the mascara is applied to really get the best look!

LENGTH

Choose a mascara designed for lengthening lashes. A sparse wand will allow lightweight mascara application in order to extend lashes. Don't wiggle, which can cause lashes to clump.

VOLUME

Choose a high volume mascara. With a volume mascara, you are likely to get clumps out of the bottle, so be sure to twist the wand inside to coat it thoroughly, and then after you pull it out of the bottle, scrape excess mascara off of the wand onto the top of the bottle.

The secret to volume is LAYERS! Just like when you apply paint, you want to use multiple, thin layers, and not one heavy, globby layer. Scrape excess mascara off the wand each time, and apply multiple thin layers to the lashes. But layer quickly... dried mascara will contribute to clumping of future layers.

CURL

Use an eyelash curler before applying mascara. Start at the root of the lashes, and gently curl, working upwards to enhance the curl, depending on the length of your lashes.

Choose a curved mascara wand, which will help you better create and reinforce lash curl.

Apply the mascara to the lashes in an upward sweep. Try not to brush out the curl that you just worked really hard to make.

Facial DIYers: 3 Facial Target Zones for Multimasking

I’ve seen you talking about the multimasking trend, and I know you want to do this great spa facial technique at home. I look for trends, beauty expertise and tools to help you feel beautiful, and I found two articles about multimasking.

The first article is Multimasking Beauty Trend - Face Masks for Glowing Skin by Lauren Valenti, found at Marie Claire.

This article suggests that sometimes trends actually have real value. While some beauty trends can be a bit ridiculous, the multimasking trend actually gives us significant benefits in our skincare routine. The reason lies in the facial zones – the t-zone, the cheeks, the under eye area. Each of these zones is pretty different when it comes to the skincare treatment needed, and multimasking solves that problem in one perfect facial moment. Best of all? Dermatologists use this technique all the time, because it’s effective and efficient.



The second article is Try #Multimasking, An Internet-Spawned Beauty Trend That Isn't Completely Insane, written by  Cheryl Wischhover on Fashionista.

This article links this trend to both clown contouring (it’s a thing) and Asian beauty routines. However, the idea that this is a totally legit beauty treatment was reinforced. It suggests that multimasking works for everyone because making a cocktail of masks allows you to customize your specific needs for every zone of your face.

Pick three mask products that are designed to target three different areas to get the maximum benefits from an at home multimasking facial.

• T-zone - Use charcoal, clay or salicylic acid masking on the t-zone, that area from your forehead down your nose to your chin. These oily areas need the extra oomph to remove pore clogging materials.
• Cheeks - Extra moisture is usually what’s called for in this area of the face. Hyaluronic acid and moisture is the best way to treat exposed cheek area. 
• Eyes – Eyes need a special product because they are such a sensitive area of our face. Retinol will help with the appearance of aging, or you can target your dark circles.

Remember to selfie and tag with #multimasking to share your DIY facial on Insta and Twitter!