- Finding the best fake eyelashes may seem like a daunting task, but you have plenty of options to choose from.
- We asked two beauty experts to share their tips for finding the right false lashes for you.
- You can find great fake lashes at your local drugstore, online, or at any beauty store for an affordable price.
False eyelashes [1] can be intimidating, even if you've mastered applying them. When staring at the vast selection of lash strips in the store, you might find yourself wondering why there are so many options and what each pair will actually look like on. For some help, we reached out to Jade Munson [2], global ambassador and educator for Ardell Lashes, and Kelli J. Bartlett [3], artist director of Glamsquad, to find out exactly how to pick the right lashes for your desired look.
Whether you want a pair that will give you a natural "are those real?" effect or you want full-glam volume and length, these experts will tell you exactly what to look for. Forget an expensive lash extension appointment [4] — you can find the best false eyelashes for an affordable price at your local drugstore or any beauty retailer, like Boots or Superdrug. Plus, with proper maintenance, you can reuse them for weeks beyond purchasing.
Keep reading to shop for the best fake eyelashes and learn about the different styles.
The Best Doll-Eye Fake Eyelashes
To open up your eyes and make them appear bigger, try a lash that's long in the centre. "[Also make sure] it has spaces throughout for an instant eye-opening effect," said Munson.
Try the Ardell Cluster Wispies #600 [5] (£5.50)
The Best Doll-Eye Fake Eyelashes
Ardell Light As Air False Eyelashes [6] (£6)
The Best Doll-Eye Fake Eyelashes
Kiss So Wispy 5 Pair Lashes #11 Multipack [7] (£30)
The Best Doll-Eye Fake Eyelashes
Ardell Wispies False Eyelashes 6 Pack [8] (£17)
The Best Cat-Eye Fake Eyelashes
One way to elongate your eyes is by creating a cat-eye effect. "Look for a lash style that has shorter inner corners and longer outer corners for a winged out effect," Munson said.
The Eylure Luxe Cashmere No. 6 Lashes [9] (£20)
The Best Cat-Eye Fake Eyelashes
Ardell 3D Faux Mink False Eyelashes in 852 [10] (£9)
The Best Cat-Eye Fake Eyelashes
Norvina False Eyelashes in So Hollywood [11] (£13)
The Best Cat-Eye Fake Eyelashes
Ardell Demi Wispies Magnetic Megahold False Eyelashes [12] (£9)
The Best Voluminous Fake Eyelashes
If you want lashes that will give you major drama, look for ones with lots of volume. "Pick a lash style with crisscross layering to blend in with your natural lashes for a fuller look," Munson said.
Try the MAC Art Library 75 Lash False Lashes [13] (£12.50)
The Best Voluminous Fake Eyelashes
Lily Lashes Miami Flare in Faux Mink [14] (£30)
The Best Voluminous Fake Eyelashes
Ardell Aqua Lashes in 342 [15] (£7)
The Best Voluminous Fake Eyelashes
Velour Lashes The #LOTD Collection [16] (£24)
The Best Natural-Looking Fake Eyelashes
Want to look like you're not wearing any lashes at all or like you were born with a long, full set? Pick out a pair that says "natural" on the box. They should be slightly longer than your natural lashes. "The [lashes] should be sparse, light, and fluffy, which will make them blend in seamlessly with the middle and inner corner of the eye," Bartlett said. "For this type of look, I recommend individuals versus a strip lash style."
Try the Tarteist PRO Individual Lashes [17] (£12)
The Best Natural-Looking Fake Eyelashes
Kiss Looks So Natural Lash [18] (£4.50)
The Best Natural-Looking Fake Eyelashes
Ardell Magnetic Naked Lashes in 421 [19] (£10)