FREEDOM! I will forever remember July 12, 2010 as the day my inner drag queen liberated herself from a life of frumpy fringe and entered the world of big, bad falsies.
Before Urban Decay’s Urban Lash line ($16 each; 18 to choose from), it took me FOREVER to put on a pair of fake lashes (okay, more like 20 minutes).
Thanks to the new line, which just launched for fall, falsies are officially less of my makeup Achilles’ heel.
Two of the three I played around with — Tease and Little Wing — took less than two minutes each to apply, while Babydoll took me about five. Maybe it’s due to the quick-drying non-latex adhesive they come with or the ultra-thin base that holds the individual lashes in place (feels so comfy on my eyes), but these sure are easy to affix.
Tease
Little Wing
Babydoll
The company says each pair can be worn up to three times (or maybe more) if they’re cleaned between uses… I gently take a makeup wipe to ’em when I’m done.
Who knew false lashes could be this easy? If you’ve had trubs applying falsies in the past, you might want to give these a try. I’m clumsy as all heck, and if I can use these, so can you. 🙂
My only wish? — for UD to chop a few cherries off the price. Available at Sephora stores and online at urbandecay.com. Makeup and Beauty Blog Rating: A
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
I’m loving Tease!
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xx
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Oh, gimme gimme Lure or Little Wing! Be luxe-lashed, don’t be so shallow! 😀
I’m loving Babydoll on you! The extra time was worth it!
babydoll’s remind me a lot of andrea 81’s. also little wing looks like a revlon pair…i love them but not at that price point! $12-$13 is more than enough for premium lashes imo. (feathers, leather, & other special materials aside)
i’m loving babydoll on you!
i also LOVE LOVE LOVE MUFE lashes, especially the 112 and 113 for dance shows. i’m also curious to try these now…
btw, if you treat them extra-gentle, you can keep them for much longer than 3 uses. i find when companies say that that’s a load of BS 🙂
i’m also curious about sugarpill eyelashes – have you tried those?
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Fun! I brought some of Ardell’s individual lashes on my last trip to Vegas and wore them every night. Think I might need some of these next time. 🙂
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I love these–I’m a total klutz and I’m afraid of using false lashes, but I’m still dying to try them. Thanks for the review Karen! I love both pairs on you 🙂
I tried Revlon’s lashes and didn’t like them too much :-/
maybe UD is the answer 😀
You better WORK! 😉
There’s a Sephora opening here on Friday, and I’m starting to compile a shopping list- I might have to add a pair of these. I’ve never tried fake lashes before, but I’m intrigued by them. Sounds like this might be an easy kind to try first!
I’ve never tried falsies, but I really really want Little Wing and HBIC. (I’m gonna practice with drugstore falsies first.)
You look adorable in all of those! I have always been afraid of false eyelashes. And since I wear glasses, I’m always afraid they’ll smack the lenses too. I think I will try some of UD’s partial lashes though. So cute!!
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The partials are a LOT of fun and so easy to put on!
haha, you look so cute on all the photos. I love Tease lashes 🙂
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That is my fave pair. 🙂
They ones you’re modelling look amazing! Still, the price puts me off completely. I’m a total noob when it comes to falsies too so spending $10+ on a pair of falsies doesn’t seem like a smart idea :S
Hi Ashley,
You might want to check out Ardell lashes at the drugstore. I’ve heard they’re good and very affordable.
Hey Karen, how r u? its been a while i need 2 catch up the past wk of ur blogs i missed 🙁 lol
i like babydoll the best, thought i would like tease since i always like the outer edges longer but babydoll is actually really nice 🙂
Hi Lee,
I’m doing great, how are you?
If you can’t decide between the two, I highly recommend Tease. It’s super easy to put on and feels really comfy!
I’m loving Tease! Babydoll looks great on you too. 🙂
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Thanks, Gio!
These are awesome! I must be a true tranny at heart because I literally gasped and almost squealed when I saw Come Hither. I’ve never tried falsies before but I’m getting out my credit card and ordering some NOW! Thanks for this review, Karen – I’m giddy with excitement!!!! 🙂
You are too funny! I am with you in the true tranny at heart department, LOL!
I need false eyelash application lessons, pls. 😀 I always eyeball them when im at the store but can never get the guts to buy `em bec I dont know how to use `em!
The lashes look cute on you !!!
Hi Nina,
I have a few tips here:
https://www.makeupandbeautyblog.com/beauty-tips/accessible-luxury-shu-uemura-knows-lashes-inside-and-out/
Thanks a lot, Karen. I have a pair lying around somewhere that I can practice with. Wish me luck!
Let me know how it goes! 🙂
You look so beautiful with those lashes 🙂 I really wish Urban Decay was available in Asia!
I wish they were too! You would love these.
hey Karen! I’m trying to turn a green leaf; do you know which companies don’t do animal testing? I hear L’oreal does but MAC and Nars is vegan. Mainly most drugstore make-up (except E.L.F) is. Can you please contribute to this matter? THANKS!
hey Karen! I’m trying to turn a green leaf; do you know which companies don’t do animal testing? I hear L’oreal does but MAC and Nars is vegan. Mainly most drugstore make-up (except E.L.F) is. Can you please contribute to this matter? THANKS! Oh and the lashes look amazing; what lip color are you wearing? It’s to die for
Hi Inaya,
I’m not sure if MAC and NARS does vegan products. You might want to check out Urban Decay and Tarte — they say their products are cruelty free.
Ya know? I’ve never actually worn fake lashes, but I’ve always wanted to. And these look awesome on you, by the way.
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Hi Trisha,
Thanks! I hope you try them… they are a lot of fun.
This is great! Last time I tried to put on falsies, it took me a half hour! Hopefully this will help me.
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Ohh, I feel that pain! These were shockingly easy to put on. I hope you like ’em. 🙂
i’m clumsy too and i’ve tried falsies for prom and such and it just didn’t work out for my. i’m blessed with naturally long and pretty thick eyelashes but sometimes i feel like they could use a little more volume. i think i’m gonna try hot number! how did you apply them so that it’s easiest for us clumsy ladies.
Hi Amanda.
I would go with a half or a 3/4 lash to start. Those seem to be easiest to apply!
If your heart is set on one hot number, you could also cut each lash in half to turn them into halves. Apply the side w/the longer lashes to the outer edge of the eye (the side closest to your ear).
good thinking! thanks for the tips, i’m excited to try. i will keep you posted with my results!
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Good luck! I hope they work out for you. 🙂
Very cute and pretty lashes!
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I love them too! Do you think you might try ’em?
Can’t wait, I love falsies! Still a little too steep in price for me, I’ll probably only buy one and continue to go to Sally’s Beauty for my falsie fix (and I’m always fixin!)
Ooh, which ones do you get from Sally? Share with the class!
i like babydoll the best, they look so thick and natural, you look beautiful! 🙂
ps cute tank top
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Thanks! 🙂
do they feel comfortable?
Surprisingly, yes! Usually false lashes annoy me, but I wore Tease all day yesterday and they were super comfortable.
seriously kar-are you a mind reader!? i’ve been on the search for good falsies for about a week now, ever since i had an “accident” with a broken lash curler which cut off 1/3 of my left eye’s lashes. yes, tragic. once the tears finally dried, i actually got excited about having an excuse to wear falsies on an ordinary day. these are to die for!! thanks<3
Hi Melissa,
Oh noes! I’m sorry to hear about your lash accident. When I accidentally waxed off half of my eyebrow I cried too — you’re not alone!
How good are you with the falsies? If you’re a newbie you might want to start with the partials. They’re much easier to apply.
oh yeah, as a self-waxer i’ve had a few “wax-idents” myself! they’re growing back, slowly but surely…and i am SUCH a noob with falsies-i’ve never used them. i tried with the individuals and they didn’t stick. i’ll keep trying-thanks for the advice!
thanks for letting me know Karen! I’ve been following your blog religiously for half a year now and you’ll be glad to know most of the products you love; don’t test on animals. Mac, NARS, UD, Rimmel, Body Shop, Bobbi Brown etc etc. Be wary of L’oreal and Proctar & Gamble for the animal lover in you.
awesome! thank you for posting this! i’m trying to figure out how to save some $$ by doing my own makeup for my wedding – false lashes sounds like a good thing to try!
I think the pricing is fair.. it’s competitive with Make Up For Ever and MAC.
I remember you saying that you liked RuPaul’s Drag Race, right? Ru would be proud.
Also, a week or so ago, I got a text message from one of my friends saying “DO YOU RECOGNIZE THIS MAN? If not, imagine him in a wig.” It was Tati from this past season! I saved the text, lol.
Back to the topic of false lashes though, I cannot apply them for the life of me. I’m inept 🙁
I love the Tease on you uber cute! I’ve just recently started following u & have plenty of reading to do, WHEW! ur such a beautiful lady =)
Hi Karen, I know this is really late to comment, but I just discovered your blog!!!!!! 🙂 You’re gorgeous and your mu looks/tips have been amazing.
I was wondering, have your worn the Urban Lash glue (non-latex) for an extended period of time? I was wondering about its lasting power! I would normally use Duo Lash Adhesive but my sensitive eyes are now having a reaction to the latex in that glue. Thanks in advance!!!!!! 🙂