How to use eyelash curlers

Currently, there are many procedures for twisting hairs. To this day, eyelash curlers remain in demand among the beautiful half of the population. Due to the design of the device, the tightening procedure is not particularly difficult. There are many disputes that the forceps adversely affect the condition of the eyelashes. Professional massage therapists claim the opposite: it is not the device itself that harms, but the inability to use it correctly.

Pros of using forceps

• noticeably appears the volume of eyelashes in a short period of time;
• of all available technologies, this one does no harm;
• observing all recommendations, daily use is possible;
• the applied method of curling with forceps is several times cheaper than existing procedures.

Cons of using forceps

• if the device is mismanaged, eyelashes may crumble or become brittle;
• with high humidity and strong winds, the effect of curling is reduced.

The choice of curling irons

1. When working with eyelash curls, it is worth approaching the procedure responsibly, since the process requires delicacy. Do not purchase the device in questionable stalls, use quality and proven products.
2. If the forceps are defective, you risk cutting the hairs. In the future, eyelashes will bring a lot of problems to restore them.
3. Before carrying out the procedure at home, it is recommended to go with a friend to a professional beauty salon. You will clearly be able to gain experience as the masters curl their eyelashes.
4. Before buying a tool, familiarize yourself with its design. Take the tongs, make a few taps. In this case, hemispheres should not create any rattle sounds. A good device works easily, without extra effort.
5. When choosing tongs, compare different samples. Pay attention to the silicone layer in the lower hemisphere. This attribute should not be too soft, it will save from breaking eyelashes and giving an unnecessary shape.
6. Inspect the instrument carefully, it should not have glue particles and other similar defects. Please note that when squeezing the crescents, the silicone layer does not change shape and does not wobble.
7. For daily use of forceps, select a tool with additional replaceable elements, (silicone rubber bands). With frequent use, they wear out in 2 months, after which the operation of the device will only harm the hairs.

Curling iron: types

1. Mechanical tongs. This type includes devices with a spring in them. It helps prevent strong compression. This option is provided for inexperienced users to avoid damage to the hair. The disadvantage of such forceps is considered to be a short service life. The reason is the weakening of the spring and its frequent loss from the device.
2. Plastic tongs. This type of forceps is a novelty among other devices. The difference lies in the fact that a similar tool can curl colored eyelashes. The disadvantage is the inconvenience of the design. In the end result, the curling of the hairs is not the same as we would like.
3. Metal tongs. This type of tool is considered classic and more common. The advantages of forceps are considered to be a long service life, sparing attitude to the hairs, strength. The negative side of the tool is only that they can not curl colored eyelashes.

Principle of operation of forceps

1. The lower section resembles manicure scissors with identical finger holes. Depending on the design features, the upper part has springs or levers.
2. Any tool, except for plastic, has two volumetric crescents. When compressed, they tightly close together.
3. The lower crescent is a long recess with a silicone layer to protect eyelashes from mechanical damage.
4. The upper part of the hemisphere has a similar recess of the same length. When the two sections are closed, a peculiar design is obtained, between which the hairs are enclosed.
5. This tool is used only for curling eyelashes. Placing the hairs between the hemispheres, they close. The device itself is pulled up, holding for a while, then the eyelashes are released.

Eyelash Curler Technique

1. Cover your eye so that the upper eyelid is better visible. Bring the tongs to it, opening the hemispheres. Eyelashes should be located between the roundness of the device. Closely monitor the process without pinching the skin of the eyelid.
2. Do not be nervous, do not allow hand trembling. When you are convinced that this behavior is unusual for you, proceed to clamp eyelashes. Raising your hand up, hold the tool in this position for 5-6 seconds. The forceps should not be clamped too tightly; this will result in unnatural curling of the hairs. Perform the procedure a total of 3 times. Remove the device, look at the result.
3. The next step is to transfer the tool to the average length of the eyelashes. Repeat the above steps in the same way. After that, proceed to the completion of the procedure for curling the tips in the same way.
4. Use a thick mascara, it will help maintain fixation. Do not use liquid type cosmetics, such a move will entail a quick straightening of the hairs. If you do not have mascara of this kind, use a thick eyebrow gel, with a brush, apply the composition to the eyelashes.

Eyelash Curling Tips

1. Focus on the first do-it-yourself curling procedure. Take your time, the rush will lead to disastrous and irreparable results. Eyelash restoration will take a lot of time.
2. The procedure should be carried out before applying the mascara. In case you use a plastic device for eyelash curling, this recommendation is also relevant for him. Since the ongoing manipulation adversely affects the colored hairs, making them brittle and weak.
3. Before each use, treat the cosmetic device with boiling water. This will help to disinfect it and wash off the remaining particles of makeup.
4. Do not neglect silicone interlayers. Replace old samples with new ones if necessary. Watch the condition of the forceps themselves, with proper care, the risk of cutting off the eyelashes under the root will disappear.
5. To avoid brittleness and hair loss during daily use of curling irons, it is recommended to take a break lasting 5-7 days. If the hairs have not recovered during this time, extend the rest for a few more days.
6. When using the eyelash curler, nourish the hairs with natural oils every 5 days. The composition is applied immediately before bedtime.
7. The technique of curling is always carried out in 3 stages - from the base to the tips. The length of the eyelashes does not matter in this case. Squeezing the hairs should not exceed 5 seconds, so the shape will be more like a natural one.

If you decide to do eyelash curling yourself, first purchase a high-quality device. Familiarize yourself with the components of the forceps. Pay attention to the softness of silicone rubber. Carrying out the procedure, do not rush, so you will avoid long-term restoration of hairs. When using the tool daily, take a break once a month, nourish the hairs with oil.

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