Volumetric mascara
Mascara is a cosmetic product that is applied to the eyelashes to make them thicker, longer and darker. It was first used by the Babylonians and the ancient Greeks, and later this practice was adopted from them by the Romans.
Peculiarities
Volumetric Mascara is a thickening agent for eyelashes. It usually contains natural waxes and silicone polymers, which seem to “dress” the eyelashes, making them thicker and more voluminous. To prevent lumps from forming on the cilia, a voluminous mascara formula has been developed that prevents eyelashes from sticking together. It contains glycerin and silk extract.
One of the varieties is lengthening mascara, which is designed to make short lashes more attractive. Such mascara contains dense villi that are glued to the tips of the eyelashes - and thereby increase their length. This tool will make the eyelashes visually longer, but it will not give them as much volume as increasing mascara.
There is such a variety as waterproof voluminous mascara. It contains synthetic substances that are designed to reject moisture and are able to give make-up durability. However, such components can disrupt the structure of the cilia hairs.To prevent weakening of eyelashes, if you use waterproof mascara often, do not forget to apply care products to them at night.
Compound
To date, many different formulas for voluminous mascara have been created. All of them necessarily contain coloring pigments. In some countries (such as the United States), federal regulations prohibit the use of any pigments derived from coal or tar for use in eye cosmetics, so natural inorganic colors and pigments are used in these countries for mascara. Usually carbon black is used in ink recipes to produce black, while iron oxides, which are often mixed with manganese, give brown. Other inorganic dyes (such as ultramarine blue, obtained from a natural stone called lapis lazuli) are used in color ink formulas.
A common ingredient for all types of mascara (including those that add extra volume to eyelashes) is an emulsion of oil, wax and water. Commonly used beeswax, carnauba wax or paraffin wax. As an oil, lanolin, linseed, mineral or castor oil can be used. Turpentine and eucalyptus oils, and even sesame oil, which have a beneficial effect on eyelashes, are often used.
Some formulas contain alcohol and stearic acid, which is a common thickener. There are other components used for the same purpose - ceresin, gum or methyl cellulose. Some mascaras contain fine viscose fibers that thicken the composition.
Parabens are often used as preservatives.
Who suits?
Volume mascara is a type of cosmetic product whose main role is to shape the eyes in such a way that each lash looks fuller and fuller. They are designed for people who have not too thick (or simply sparse) eyelashes and do not want to use false eyelashes or extensions.
Any girl can use this mascara just to get a more spectacular look. Naturally, more voluminous, longer and darker eyelashes always look more attractive, and no woman will deny herself the pleasure of conquering the heart of a man with one wave of fluffy eyelashes.
How to choose?
To choose the most suitable volumizing mascara for you, you should first decide which enhancements you need for your lashes.
For sparse eyelashes look for a thickening or volumizing mascara with a large round brush with lots of bristles. Such a fluffy brush will help create luxurious eyelashes, slightly curled up.
Suitable for such eyelashes 3D ink, which is a set of two products: primer and mascara. The primer gel is applied with a regular brush to create a base, on which a layer of voluminous mascara then lies. The second brush is used to directly apply mascara, which has microfibers in its composition - or, as they are also called, 3D fibers. As a result of the use of such a tool, you can perform makeup with the effect of false eyelashes, which can turn the look of any girl into a magical and bewitching means of seduction.
However, a carcass containing 3D fibers has many opponents. The main argument they put forward is that this remedy quickly crumbles.It not only looks at the same time not very aesthetically pleasing, but can also get into the eyes, injuring the mucous membrane. It is especially problematic to use such mascara for women who wear lenses, since impressive voluminous eyelashes can, crumbling throughout the day, fall on the face and eyes. They can provoke infectious diseases and injuries of the mucous membrane of the eye.
Since such mascara looks very impressive, women are not stopped by the danger of complications. In this case, it is worth advising not to overdo it with the amount, try to stick to the “golden mean” and not wear such a make-up for the whole day, using it more for evening outings.
Some women prefer to use a special curling brush before applying mascara. You can also use the tried and tested remedy of our grandmothers: special tweezers for curling eyelashes. It is better to use such forceps on unpainted eyelashes so as not to damage the delicate hairs. After obtaining the desired bend, you can apply any voluminous mascara, and the result will delight the owner throughout the day.
If a woman has short eyelashes, it is worth taking care of their lengthening before applying the volume. For this, an extension tool with thick bristles is suitable. A small brush will allow you to make up each eyelash very close to the eye and make sure that they are all “dressed” in a cocoon of mascara.
In the case when the eyelashes look beautiful and do not require an increase in volume, lengthening mascara with a uniform bristle pitch will help to emphasize their length and thickness to define the separation. This option is suitable for natural everyday makeup. A twisting brush will help to give a beautiful bend.
If the eyelashes differ in length or are damaged, it can be advised to use the thickest possible brushes for applying voluminous mascara and to carefully consider the ingredients that make up its composition. Phytokeratin and panthenol are added to mascara to help lashes recover and grow.
When buying, it is important to choose your color correctly. Most often, black is the most preferred, it can really make the eyes worthy of a glossy magazine cover. If the lashes are reddish (or, as is the case with natural blondes, have a nondescript color), light brown or dark brown mascara should be applied for everyday makeup.
You can advise to experiment with colored ink. Blue, green, khaki or purple, combined with a black base, can enhance the radiance of the iris and brighten the complexion.
How to use?
A curling iron can help give your lashes a beautiful curl and lift them for a brighter, more open look. They should be used before applying mascara. When using tweezers, make sure they have a rubber grip to help curl the hairs (instead of bending them at a sharp angle).
The application of voluminous mascara on the upper and lower eyelashes is carried out in different ways.
Ways to make up the upper eyelashes and make them voluminous:
- If the lashes are perfectly straight, then it is best to curl them first. The most effective result will help to achieve curling irons, which must be attached to the base of the eyelashes and lightly pressed for 10 seconds. Then you should move them to the middle of the eyelashes and press again for 10 seconds. Then the tips of the eyelashes are curled, also with a 10-second pause.This will create a natural curl of the eyelashes and avoid an ugly break in the form of a hard angle.
- If you don't want to use tweezers, you can simply wet your lashes with water and use your fingers to push up and curl the wet lashes.
- Mascara should be removed from the tube by turning the brush back and forth, as if twisting. This will allow the brush to pick up the mascara as much as possible and prevent excess air from being pumped into the tube, which contributes to the rapid drying of the contents.
- Excess product should be wiped off on a cloth or on the edge of the tube. Too much mascara on the brush can cause clumping, so the brush should be wiped off leaving just the right amount.
- To make it convenient to paint over the cilia, they need to be lifted, looking up for this. At the same time, peripheral vision will still allow you to perfectly see yourself in the mirror.
- If there are fears that involuntary blinking will begin, then it is worth slightly opening your mouth. The peculiarity of the organism is such that it is more difficult to blink when the mouth is open.
- The brush with mascara is brought to the base of the eyelashes, and it moves back and forth. Ideally, the product should be applied to the entire length of the eyelashes. Well stained and swaying movements.
- Be sure to pull the tips of the eyelashes outward with a brush, while making zigzag movements or imitating a small loop. These brushed zigzags will help add length and volume, as well as reduce clumping.
- After the first layer of mascara dries, you can apply it again, and then as many times as necessary to obtain the desired effect. However, it is worth remembering that everyday makeup requires the most natural picture.It is important to remember another point: the more layers of mascara are applied, the higher the likelihood that the mascara will dry out the eyelashes and begin to crumble.
- Do not neglect the cilia located on the inner and outer parts of the eyelid. If you apply mascara only in the very center of the eyelid, you can visually reduce the size of the eyes, so do not forget to apply mascara to the inner, middle and outer lashes.
- If there is a problem with how to coat the innermost lashes, then in this case you can very carefully bend the brush 90 degrees (don't worry, you can unbend it back). This will make it easy to get the inner eyelashes and paint over them.
Applying mascara to the lower lashes is not always advisable, as this can visually narrow eyes that are not too large. If you want to paint over the bottom row of eyelashes, you should follow certain rules:
- In order not to stain the skin under the eyes when applying mascara, it is better to put a piece of tissue or a cotton pad under the lower eyelashes.
- To apply the product to the lower cilia, use the very tip of the brush (or a second brush that is smaller). This makes it easier to control movements and paint over the surface closer to the eyelid.
- It is recommended to use brown mascara on the lower lashes, even if black is used on the upper lashes. This will allow not to make the look heavier, to make it less “doll-like”.
You can remove any mistakes with a cotton swab. If the mascara gets on the face or on the eyelid, you need to let it dry so as not to smudge it. After drying, you need to press the tip of a cotton swab on the stain - it is easier to remove the stains without spoiling the tone of the face and the applied shadows.
A dry mascara brush (or cotton swab) will help remove lumps.In this case, it is necessary to sweep the eyelashes, passing simultaneously through the lower and upper ones. It is worth doing this while the ink is not completely dry.
A little secret for those who want to give extra volume: you can do it with baby powder. In the event that voluminous mascara does not give the desired effect, you can apply one layer of translucent powder or baby powder to the eyelashes. To do this, you can use a makeup brush or a cotton swab. Then you need to cover this powder with another layer of mascara. The powder will allow you to create more volume, but it makes the hairs heavier, so you should not wear such makeup for too long.
It is important not to forget to remove mascara from the eyes before going to bed. For this, various makeup removers are used. Timely removal will help keep your eyes healthy, as mascara dries out your lashes, especially at night. As a result, they can become brittle and begin to fall out.
How to store?
On the packaging of each cosmetic product, its expiration date must be indicated. Using an expired product is dangerous to health. Mascara is no exception. Typically, the shelf life is approximately one to three years. This applies to the storage of funds before the opening of the package.
After opening the tube, you can use mascara for three months, subject to the storage conditions, as this cosmetic product is one of the most perishable. She dries out very quickly. You can, of course, try to lower the tube into heated water. For a while, the mascara will become liquid again, but this will not last long.
You can slightly increase the life of the carcass if you follow certain rules:
- It is not necessary to wipe the excess product on the edge of the bottle: when dried, such a residue will prevent the tube from being tightly closed, speeding up the drying of its contents.
- Do not lower the brush into the tube too often - it is better to pick up paint by simply twisting the brush inside the bottle.
- Do not store eye makeup in the bathroom or in the open sun, and do not allow it to freeze.
- If the product thickens, you can add a few drops of water to it.
Makeup Options
The application of voluminous mascara is usually the finishing touch to a spectacular evening make-up.
You can make a make-up in any of the most common styles: retro, grunge, classic or romanticism, voluminous fluffy eyelashes will add an extra plus to any look.
While creating feminine and delicate you should choose pale pearlescent shadows, an almost imperceptible lipstick of the most natural shade and eyebrows of a natural color. At the same time, voluminous and slightly curved eyelashes will complement the look of a romantic young beauty.
In the event that you want to make arrows as an eye decoration and appear in the form of a girl egyptian style, Also, do not refuse to use voluminous mascara. She will highlight the eyelashes and will not let them disappear in the shadow of bright arrows, emphasize the rich mother-of-pearl shadows and the brightness of scarlet or pink lips.
Emphasis on the eyes, which is sure to draw attention to their owner, is a necessary element. gothic make-up or grunge make-up. Complement the image of pale skin, burgundy or gray shadows, dark lipstick. Clearly drawn eyebrows will also become a mandatory element.
Make-up in the style of the 60s (with the use of bright fuchsia lipstick, bronze shadows and delicate peach blush) will be complemented by graceful arrows and luxurious voluminous eyelashes, without which this image is simply impossible to imagine.
Rating
There are many brands of mascara that help lengthen and add volume. Based on customer reviews, you can make an approximate top of the best funds. This list includes not only luxury products, but also budget brands:
1. Mascara Helena Rubinstein Lash Queen, which refers to luxury cosmetics. Girls note the effect of volume, durability, ease of removal. The hybrid brush, which has bristles (both long and short), is especially praised.
2. Yves Saint Laurent Volume Effect Faux Cils Baby Doll - this tool has a special brush, combined from dense and narrow bristles. Such a brush does not stick the hairs together and gives a good volume.
3. "Guerlain Cils D'enfer Mascara" many people really like it in terms of volume, separation and coloring of hairs. Recognized as hypoallergenic by ophthalmologists.
4. Lancome Hypnose Star are called classics, they note the winning shape of the brushes, lengthening, spectacular look of eyelashes and gentle make-up removal.
5. Maybelline "Volume Express Rocket", which is a more budget option, also receives good reviews
6. "Max Factor False Lash Effect" does not crumble throughout the day, it also creates a good volume, lengthens and twists.
7. "Chanel Inimitable Multi-Dimensionnel" customers call it able to decorate eyelashes to an incredible volume, without leading to gluing.However, they note that it quickly crumbles, which makes it an unfortunate choice for use throughout the day.
8. Dior Diorshow has a good composition that allows you to paint over each eyelash, and a good brush.
9. "L'Oréal Paris Telescopic Carbon Black" has a brush - a comb that allows you to get the effect of false eyelashes.
10. L'Oréal Voluminous Million Lashes, thickening each hair and giving a persistent black color.
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