The Best Ways Of Applying Mascara

We all know that when its the morning after the night before, or when we just need to pop out to the shop - we can't always be bothered or have time to do a full makeover. But it is an amazing fact that the application of a little bit of mascara can open up our eyes and make all the difference to our look. And on a night out - gorgeous long and curled lashes can add major glamour to any look.

Here are some top tips to make applying mascara just that little bit easier for you and which will give great results.

How to get rid of blobs when applying mascara

• Use a lash comb - this is not for everyone as it can be a little bit fiddly - but basically you need to apply your mascara as normal using a mascara wand, but apply the mascara to the base of your lashes only - then using a lash comb, comb the mascara through your lashes, eliminating any blobs of mascara along the way.
• Another way to ensure your mascara doesn't have blobs is to wipe your loaded mascara wand onto a piece of tissue before starting applying the mascara - emliminating any blobs before application.
• Keep a clean, washed mascara wand handy. Using another mascara wand apply the mascara as normal, and whilst still wet, brush through with the clean wand, which separates the lashes and gets rid of any excess blobs. Every so often, wash out your clean mascara wand with soap and water or fashion remover.

The best way to apply mascara

• Use a short, thin wand where possible as this is much more controllable, is less likely to brush mascara onto your eyelid and it's much easier to get this wand onto the lashes in the corners of your eyes, which are the ones which can accentuate your eyes the most.
• When you are finishing applying your mascara hold the wand loaded with mascara and "blink" your lashes over the brush, which will load up the ends of your lashes and add length and volume.
• Lightly powder under your eyes and on your browbone before applying mascara, as oily moisturisers or foundations can smudge your mascara and leave lash marks behind on your skin.
• Zig-zag the mascara wand when applying to your lashes as this will minimise clumps and blobs and maximise coverage.