How to put fake lashes on without glue

Q: Can you put lashes on with nail glue?

No. Please dont do this. Regular nail glue is like superglue and will probably glue your eyelashes together. Use wig glue if you want a tighter hold, but dont use nail glue.

Extra eyeliner and another coat of mascara with tie it all together, filling in any little gaps. Make Up For Ever Aqua Eyes liner would work well for this.

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Applying Fake Lashes: 9 Bonus Do's and Don'ts
What can I use instead of eyelash glue?
Can you put lashes on with nail glue?

Make Up For Ever Aqua Eyes liner would work well for this.

Applying Fake Lashes: 9 Bonus Do's and Don'ts

Now that you've got the basics of how to put on fake eyelashes down, here are 13 extra makeup artist-approved dos and don'ts!

1. Do Experiment with Different Pairs of Fake Lashes

When it comes to false lashes, one size doesn't fit all. It would be AMAZING if every single pair of lashes was perfectly customized for you. But unfortunately, that's usually not the case, and you’re gonna have to bust out the scissors. “Start by measuring the lash,” says Ricky. Lay it down above your real lashes (without glue!) and then open your eye. This will give you an idea of how the lash will sit on your unique eye shape and how much to snip away. Trimming makes them more comfortable to wear and prevents them from popping up.”

2. Do Try Using Halfsies

Who says you have to use the whole strip? Nobody! In fact, makeup artist and YouTuber Bailey Sarian suggests cutting the lash in half and applying it to just the outer corners of your eye. “It creates a cool cat-eye effect,” she explains. We love pairing this with some winged liner!

3. Do Pay Attention the Width of the Band

“We usually buy lashes depending on length and volume. But, something else to look out for is a thin band. This is so important when it comes to wear," Ricky explains. “The thicker the band, the easier it lifts up! I tend to use the invisible band lashes whenever possible. If I'm working with a thicker band, I use extra lash glue to make sure it doesn’t budge.”

4. Do Make the Band Curvy

Shaping the band of your lash strip is key. “I like to remove the lashes from their packaging and wrap them around the handle of a medium eyeshadow brush,” says Ricky. (The glue that holds them in their tray will help them stick to the brush!) "This helps to reshape the lash so it will hug the curve of your eyelids, making it easier to apply.”

4. Don't Apply Lashes Before Eyeshadow and Eyeliner

Adding eyelashes should be one of the last steps in your eye makeup routine. “I always do lashes after shadow and eyeliner,” says Ricky. “If you do them first, you might end up with eyeshadow fallout on top of them. Sometimes, I add a little liquid liner to conceal the lash and finish the makeup.”

5. Do Add in Individual False Lashes

“Individual lashes tend to look more natural. Strips are so much fun and can really glam up the eye, so I tend to use them when creating a smoky or graphic liner look,” Ricky explains.

6. Do Re-Curl Post-False Eyelash Application

Another trick to make the false eyelashes blend seamlessly with your own is to curl them after application, even if you already curled them before you applied them.

7. Don't Glue Your Eyelids Shut

This one sounds like a no-brainer, but there's an easy hack to keeping glue away from your waterline. “Always keep your eyes open when applying,” says Bailey. She suggests holding a hand mirror below your eyes, which will make it easier to see your lash line while looking straight ahead.

8. Do Use Eyeliner as a Guide

We love this pro-tip for how to put on fake eyelashes: If you're struggling with where to place your lashes, Ricky suggests tracing black pencil along the lash line. This will act as an exact guide for where you should place your lashes.

9. Do Trim Your Lashes

If your pair of false lashes is overwhelming your eyes, feel free to trim the eyelash strip to a shorter length before you apply it. You can also trim individual lashes within the strip to different lengths for a more natural look false eyelash strip. (Just don't try this after you've applied the eyelashes, as you'll end up trimming your natural lashes, too!).

Applying false lashes can be a super-intimidating process for anyone, especially makeup beginners.
Ardell says its Press On Lashes are "self-adhering" and "perfect for beginners" because they don't require any glue and can be repositioned once applied.
The lashes prove to be more comfortable than regular false lashes, but they don't have the staying power to last all day.
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Following is a transcription for the video.

Nico: Hey, guys, it's Nico. I hope you're all staying safe. I have a weird one today. These are Ardell Press On Lashes. I was shopping on Amazon one day. These popped up in my suggested, and I was like, yes, I want that. It's kinda like the same thing as press-on nails, you know? Like, you know that they're not gonna last that long, but we're still gonna try them anyways.

All you have to do is put the little applicator near your eye, press the lash on, and it should stick on your lash just fine. So, I'm really excited to try these out, but they kind of sound too good to be true. So, they just come in, like, this little tray. And they just pop out, I think, if you hold it like...oop! Oh, there it is. But it's supposed to be really bendy, so you can kind of shape the lash band to the shape of your actual eye, which is helpful.

I already have mascara on, obviously. I usually put on mascara before I put on false lashes. I wanted to literally just be like [clicks] but I know that's not what's about to happen. I'm gonna struggle.

Oh, my God, this is already really hard. OK. I'm nervous. OK, I'm stalling. All righty. Oh! Why did it look so easy in the frickin' little infomercial? I have a feeling what's making them so hard to apply is that they're too long for my eye.

So I'm gonna just trim this little corner right here and see if it's easier to kind of plop on. That's not that bad. So much better.

Oh, my God! Wait, actually, it sticks. Like, it has the sticky power, but definitely needed a trim. And I feel like they actually look pretty good. They're a little long for my taste. They're comfortable. These little applicators, I don't think, help at all when it comes to putting them on because it is so not, like, press and go. You kind of have to work with them. Are they gonna last me the entire day? That has yet to be determined, but right now they feel secure.

I have one more test to see if they're actually secure. Well, I wasn't expecting that. But, somehow, these press-on lashes are still on my eyeballs right now. I think all that's left to do is just wait and see if they actually get more loose as I blink and the day goes on. So I'll check back with you guys later.

So, it has been maybe seven to eight hours since I applied them. And, yeah, technically they're still attached to my eyeballs, but literally hanging on by a thread. Like, do you see this one has, like, a lot of lifting? They did remain comfortable, which is something I can't say for normal, regular false lashes, but, unfortunately, just not very long lasting.

If you're doing something that's quick, maybe an hour or two, I feel like these are a great alternative. And they're super, super easy to work with. So I think I kinda like them. Oh, my God, I can't get too close.

What can I use instead of eyelash glue?

Magnetic eyelashes are a great alternative option to eyelash adhesives, as they don't use the standard lash glue that most eyelashes need. It's fairly easy to apply magnetic eyelashes, and they provide a really natural look and they won't cause any damage to your natural lash line.

Can you put lashes on with nail glue?

No. Please don't do this. Regular nail glue is like superglue and will probably glue your eyelashes together. Use wig glue if you want a tighter hold, but don't use nail glue.