Best Mascara Tips.
Now that we've completed our benefit mascara comparison to finish, here are some simple tips on how to apply your mascara for the best result, and how to remove it safely.
1. More is often more.
All too often when friends express their disappointment in a certain mascara, I ask them how many coats they applied.
The answer is usually one or two, but on an average day, I’ll layer up about five to six coats. I think it’s best to reapply when the product is still slightly wet, but test it out with your current formula.
2. Use a lash curler.
I cannot vouch for lash curlers enough, especially if you have straight lashes. 10 or so pumps on the top lashes will seriously open up your eyes. Go straight in with mascara to hold the curl.
3. How do I apply my Benefit mascara?
The way you apply mascara is crucial to the result. I like to slowly zig-zag and wiggle the product through lashes, starting at the base and dragging upwards.
A few extra coats on the outer corner is nice if you're wearing a winged liner look, too.
4. How do I remove my Benefit mascara?
Use a waterproof eye makeup remover or an oil/balm cleanser to gently melt the mascara away.
5. Keep your favourite mascara wands.
If you’ve finished a mascara you loved, wash and keep the wand. It can be a great way to get more use out of any other mascaras you might have lying around that you don’t rate as highly.
90 per cent of the time, it’s the brush that does the heavy lifting.