5. Give Faux a Chance
“People with extensions actually have thicker and fuller eyelashes because they are not trying to crimp them with tools or anything like that, says Amanda. Plus, “long lashes change your face shape. Once my clients start wearing false lashes, they can never go back.” Here are her tricks when you want to go for the faux:

At home
When applying lashes at home, Amanda says you should opt for ones made from natural hair, which have a better taper. Choose hand knotted clusters with three or four hairs per section, rather than the false lashes that come as one strip. Then, when you apply, use three short clusters on the inside, three medium in the middle, and three long at the end. According to Amanda, this pattern really opens up the eye by recreating the natural ascension of the lashes.

At the salon
Amanda applies eyelash extensions at her salon that can last anywhere from four to six weeks. With this method, a certified technician adheres synthetic or mink lashes to each individual lash. The number of salons that offer this service is increasing, but just make sure to do your research before you go in. “Nail salons are starting to do eyelashes and some of these salons use imported automotive glue. If you ever smell a fume when they are applying your lashes, you know that it’s not certified surgical glue.” If this happens you could be damaging your lashes, and even worse – your eyes.