How to Darken Eyelashes Without Mascara

You can darken your eyelashes without mascara at any age.

Many women spend a lot of time trying to darken their eyelashes by applying mascara daily. But mascara application can be time-consuming or you might have eye allergies. Several professional products darken eyelashes without the use of mascara. Latisse and similar products work by gradually increasing natural growth in eyelashes. Clients see results in as little as four weeks, and see the most growth at or after 16 weeks. Latisse results in an 18 percent increase in darkening, according to the product's website. Lash length and thickness also increase. Lashdip, a gloss coating to darken and lengthen eyelashes, is semi-permanent because it wears out in time.

Things You'll Need

• Method 1
• Lashdip
• Professional Salon
• Method 2
• Latisse
• Prescription
• Professional Salon

Instructions

Lashdip

1. Go to a salon that specializes in Lashdip application. The application of Lashdip requires specific training, so make sure your makeup professional has the required training.

2. Pay the fee to have LashDip applied, usually between $200 and $300, as of September 2011.

3. Care for your lashes and do not use water or a hot sauna near them for 24 hours after the application. You can swim, workout and bathe as usual. The treatment will grow out in four to six weeks. The company recommends a follow-up appointment within two to three weeks.

Latisse

1. Ask your ophthalmologist for a prescription for Latisse.

2. Pick up prescription from your pharmacist.

3. Once a day, remove all eye makeup and contact lenses, if worn.

4. Wash around your eyes to remove all makeup.

5. Apply one drop of Latisse as close to the lash as possible on the upper eyelid with the prepackaged applicator. Repeat for the other eye, using a clean applicator brush to avoid infection.

6. Blot eyes carefully with a tissue.

7. Use daily.

Tips & Warnings

• Both treatments include risks such as eye irritations and redness and changes in eye color. Consult your salon professional or ophthalmologist before application for possible side effects.

• Wait 15 minutes to insert contact lenses after applying Latisse.

• Have products such as Lashdip applied professionally instead of trying to do it yourself at home.

References

• The Telegraph: Longer Eyelashes Without Mascara, Thanks to Scientific Breakthrough
• Lashdip: What is Lashdip?
• Latisse: Real Questions. Real Answers