

“This way you can really see the root of your lashes and ensure you coat the lashes properly for maximum volume.” “I would recommend having a compact mirror or any mirror in front of you so you can tilt your head backward slightly and look down into your mirror as you apply your mascara,” she advises. Gboyega says that the angle of said mirror can make a huge difference to your mascara technique.

“I always recommend using the wand in a zig- zag motion, ensuring that you are working up from the root of your lashes all the way to the tip.” And yes, that open-mouth-mascara-face is basically inevitable. “To get the most from your mascara, it is so important to place your wand at the root of your lashes,” explains Gboyega. “They only get the tips of their lashes instead of fully coating their lashes with the mascara.” Looks like we’ve gotta layer that stuff on, guys. “One of my pet peeves is when I see people not applying their mascara properly,” she says. It might seem obvious but, according to Gboyega, many of us aren’t using enough mascara formula to begin with. We asked makeup artist Adeloa Gboyega (who has worked with some of the biggest brands in beauty, from Bobbi Brown to Pat McGrath), for her expert tips when it comes to A* mascara application. Benefit, Maybelline, Lancôme, Fenty, Glossier - just some of the many beauty brands who have given us the iconic mascaras that are now a mainstay in our make-up bags.īut change is good, right? So, which new mascaras are worth turning your head for? Which clever new wands and lash boosting formulas really are worth the hype? With so many people relying on expensive salon treatments, such as eyelash extensions, perms and tints, it's worth remembering that mascara technology has come a long way over the last few years, promising plump, sky-high, defined lashes with just a few swipes of a mascara wand.Īlmost every beauty brand has a hero mascara they claim is the best on the market, and often it's easier just to stick with what you know. what's the best high-street mascara, what's the best for short lashes? Is it worth paying more for extra volume and length? Which waterproof formulas really withstand a hot summer's day, or even a few lengths in the swimming pool, but still come off easily with eye make-up remover? Trying to find the best mascara for your lashes can feel like a daunting task so many launches, so many questions.
