Fake lashes for teens

[DotAndBuzz]

Before this goes left, it's for a dance performance, lol.

I don't follow any beauty bloggers, and know ZERO about this. Like, nothing. Younger daughter (nearly 13) has to have false lashes for an upcoming performance. She hand her other dance friends *also* know nothing about this, other than "you need eyelash glue." Helpful, lol.

So, any brands to recommend? Accounts to check out for application tips? It's for the nutcracker, so not like intense competition makeup or something. 

Do you then put mascara on top of them? How do you get them to blend with your regular lashes? Do you do eye make up first, then put these on last? How does it work with eyeliner? So many questions.

[calamity]

I'd search online for tutorials. I've watched some ones on TikTok and I feel like it helped when I tried.

[DotAndBuzz]

I'm going to take her to Ulta to hopefully get someone to help her in person, just thought I'd ask here if anyone had any favorites that are easy.

[NewGirlNic]

Watch youtube tutorials and practice a few times. It takes some getting used to. I can put false lashes on fairly easy (I've done it a few dozen times for special events) but the first time I tried was a disaster. I cannot put them on other people though, so good luck. LOL. I tried to put them on my friend for a bachelorette party and they looked awful.

I think Sephora (and maybe Ulta) will apply them for you if you purchase from them. 

ETA: for brands my favorites are Lilly Lashes and House of Lashes. But they're a bit pricey. For a 13 year old, one time thing, I'd get either Kiss or Ardell. Both are cheap but good quality and come in many sizes/styles. 

[al dente]

I like the pen type of glue, not the one that squeezes out. Don't get the magnetic or self adhesive ones.
Ardel lashes are usually good. Id go for the most natural looking ones. When you get them out you'll want to trim them starting from the outside corner. Just hold up against the eye and see how much needs to be cut off.
You also want to "roll" them to loosen the band. A YouTube video can better explain lol.
Do glue on the lash and the eyelid, let it dry for a few seconds, and then put the lashes on. All the makeup is done beforehand, and you don't do mascara with it

[sonrisa]

I think Sephora will put them on for you for a price. Once that might be fine (and she can learn) but every show that could get pricey.

[mokes]

I used some recently for a wedding and the Kiss brand has a press on version that doesn't require any glue. I found them super easy to use and they lasted the whole day! (I was in the wedding so it was a long day!)

[redheadk]

I used to wear them for ballet and now put them on my daughter for ballet.

My tips:
- don't pick crazy giant ones. Your theater is probably not enormous and the ones out today are ridiculous looking.
- hold them up to her eye, if they are too long, trim from the larger end with a pair of scissor. Don't put the inside edge all the way to the inside corner of her eye, leave a small space.
- flex the eyelash a couple times to so that it will mold to her eye shape better.
- I find the brush on glue to be easier than the squeeze bottle. Paint a thin line on the lash, let dry for about 15-20 seconds so it starts to get a little tacky.
- have her keep her head straight but look at the floor. Try to angle the lash up just a bit when applying. Hold in place and use something to gently press the lash into place. Do not use your fingers. There is a lash applicator, I use that (I don't use it to apply, just to press into place). Have her wait 30 seconds to a minute to let the glue dry.

If you don't get them on, let the glue dry then peel it off of the lash and/or her eyes before trying again. Otherwise you will just gum up the lashes.

Good luck! Once you get the hang of it you'll be able to pop them on with no trouble.


When you apply makeup is up to you. I typically do all of her makeup except the eyeliner before putting on the lashes. I like to do the lashes at home if possible so that doesn't always work out with our timeline. No mascara.

These ones are good: www.ulta.com/p/lash-demi-wispies-5-pair-multipack-xlsImpprod12441145?sku=2287443

I've had a good experience with Eyelure brand from Ulta, too. Don't buy anything expensive.

[redpenmama]

My 12-year-old dancer wears these lashes with an eyelash glue also from Amazon (can't find that link for some reason...):

www.amazon.com/dp/B079B8BFR3?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

We do eyeshadow first and then line the lash line with black liquid liner. While that's drying, I put the glue on the lashes and then place them on. Let them dry and then re-line the lash line to fill in any gaps and put on mascara. I just hold them and put them on; I see people use tweezers but I'm not that adept apparently.

You may have to trim the lashes so hold them up to her eye before you glue them on. I was intimidated by this when she started wearing them last season but it's not hard at all, and she can peel them right off when she's done.

[bunnies]

My fave for performing was Ardell Wispies or Demi-Wispies - you can get them at Wal-mart and similar kinds of stores.

I did all eye makeup first, and with a thick line of black liquid eyeliner. Lashes go on last, as close to the natural lash line as possible. Let the glue air-dry on the fake lashes for like 10 seconds before applying to help it get tacky. I did a swipe of mascara after, too.

[basilosaurus]

I wish you could just say no. But that will probably make her an outcast. I have no advice.

[lilafowler]

I tried to help E with them and I did such a bad job I’m no longer allowed to even try. O have zero experience since I am #blessed with decent lashes even before I discovered lash lifts and tints but she takes after her dad and his almost nonexistent lashes.

🤣😂

[egeiger]

My teen daughter likes these: a.co/d/8Gr7nYj

[DotAndBuzz]

Nov 30, 2023 13:02:49 GMT -5 basilosaurus said:

I wish you could just say no. But that will probably make her an outcast. I have no advice.

Me too, lol.

This is our first year doing anything more than just lessons. I’ve put off committing to the dance company, but this seems to be her “thing.” She would live at the studio if I let her. I drew the line at competition, so we’re “only” committed to 3 performances a year, but this is the first time for her in which make up has ever been required, vs just suggested.

I can only imagine the look I’d get if I suggested showing up without false lashes, even if they look like crap 🤪

[thejen626]

My teen is on the dance team and they are required to wear crazy fake lashes. I took her to Sephora and paid I think $15 ish for a “fake lashes lesson” and bought one pair of lashes and glue there. The Sephora lady recommended a cheap brand at target and I bought several extras there for her to try. It’s been much easier than I expected. Practice helps!