Make-up artist Abhijit Chanda lists the do and don’t of mascara application and steps to take it off...
1Know your eyelash and what kind of look you are aiming to get. There are various types of mascara and wand (the mascara stick) in the market, so choose your mascara wisely.
2 Always apply the mascara from the root to the top. Remember, your eyelash is like a fan and you have to follow that application direction.
3 If you want to go for a more curly look, turn the wand and curl the lashes.
4If you want a clogged and spider lash effect, do a double coating so that the lashes stick togeother. If you want to get a clean look, you can make the mascara thinner by adding a few drops of eye lubricant.
5Already clogged your lashes by mistake? Fret not, use a plain mascara stick and keep cleaning up the lashes till they separate from each other.
6It is very important to let the mascara dry completely. So after application, wait for it to dry and then clean up any smudge with cotton buds.
How to remove mascara...
1. Start from the beginning and opt for a normal mascara as it is easy to take off. Do not go for the waterproof ones unless you need to swim, step out in the rain or it’s your wedding day.
2. Use make-up removing wipes. Just hold them close to your eyes and go from the roots to the tips. Start with the lower lid and then the upper lid.
3. You can also use a cotton ball with baby oil or Vaseline. Take some Vaseline on your fingertips and rub it gently on your lashes till the mascara comes off.
4. Finally, use a cleansing wipe or a damp cotton wool to remove any trace of mascara.
Text: Pramita Ghosh
