Pros and Cons of Using False Eyelashes

Majority of women all over the world have been guilty of faking it…as in, faking it with the fake lashes.

And there’s no harm to it. We all just want long, luscious lashes to complete our dolled-up look, right? But while the falsies are really helpful to give our eyes an instant pop, it really isn’t the easiest and most advantageous fix we need for our lashes either.

Read on to help you decide if you should still include fake eyelashes in your makeup bag arsenal.

THE PROS

Yes, falsies are an easy and relatively inexpensive way to change your look. With their recent increase in popularity, fake eyelashes are readily available in the cosmetics section of most drug and grocery stores. And in case of breakage, you can easily replace them with a new pair.

They’re also available in a variety of sizes and styles such as half fringe, natural style, glamour, individual lashes and strip form. You can even wear them several times, depending on how you maintain and care for them. Surprisingly, they are also easy to remove. They do not require a commitment to upkeep.

THE CONS

Falsies are an instant fix but it takes plenty of patience and practice to perfect its application. No matter how many tricks are laid out, it really isn’t a practical everyday eyelash solution, especially when you’re always in a rush.

Also, the fact that there’s a foreign object with adhesive chemicals attached right next to your eye is obviously bound to have potential for problems. And while your natural eyelashes act as your eye’s barrier and protection from everyday dirt, sweat and other particles, false lashes tend to do the opposite, holding on to anything that it comes in contact with. Hence, it could lead to eye risks such as infection, irritation or an allergic reaction.

THE SOLUTION

Why continue to fake it when we can always go back to the handy solution to our eyelash woes before the falsies became all the rage: a great mascara. Lash Factory’s line of 3D Fiber Lash Mascara can easily pump up the volume of your natural lashes, creating the same effect as falsies, if not better. They’re also made of natural ingredients that are easy to remove and won’t irritate your eyes and skin, so they’re safe for everyday use.

Skip the falsies. A great mascara is all you need to have in your everyday make-up kit.