Eyelash Curlers..!?

Jun 3, 2011

Sandra G.

any suggestions for what you think is the best eyelash curler? my lashes just dont like to be curled, but my theory is that i dont have the right eyelash curler. i live off falsies but sometimes, ill get on the lazy side and not want to apply them lol I curl my lashes a couple times and after the first coat of mascara, they shoot back down. help!

Jun 3, 2011

Linda D.

The Sephora brand eyelash curler is pretty awesome. It really lets me get a good curl and my lashes manage to stay up all day. I've been hearing a lot of amazing things about the Shu Umera lash curler also. 

Jun 3, 2011

Megan N.

The shu umera is my fave! I've been using that one for years! A little trick I always do is warm your eyelash curler with a blow dryer. Just warm enough to the touch, but not to burn your eyes lol. That always help hold my eyelashes. :) 

Jun 3, 2011

Korie S.

I have super stubborn lashes and I had the hardest time with the whole process. I recently bought the elf mini eyelash curler. I use this first to get a little bit of curl (because i curl little by little and this also gets the inner and outer parts easily) and then I use my Revlon eyelash curler to curl all my lashes and by doing those two steps, I get a really nice curl.

Finding the right mascara that works for you is important too. I ALWAYS use waterproof because the formula is lighter. If I don't, then my eyelashes go straight back down and all that work was for nothing!

I think getting a good eyelash curler is important but finding the right technique with curling your eyelashes is just as important too. Hope this helps :)

Jun 3, 2011

Courtney T.

I had the same problem but I switched to a Shu Uemura curler & It works great. Also like Megan said warming it before curling helps. :) (My mom taught me that trick ) It's like a curling iron for your lashes.  

Jun 3, 2011

Sandy K.

My shu uemura curler is my favorite! I used to think curlers were all the same and never invested in one but after I tried the shu uemura one I was in love haha.

But they don't sell them in the US anymore, although I think you can order them online. So I asked the sales lady at Ulta if she could pick another good one for me and she recommended me the tarte one, which is also pretty good at giving a nice soft curl and it's around 15$ I think.

Oh and like Korie S. said, always go for waterproof formulas. They tend to be drier than regular formulas so they hold curl a lot better. I don't know what kind of mascara you like but I really like the CG LashBlast cause it holds curl really well for me!

Jun 3, 2011

Sandra G.

thanks, girls! im gonna try out the heating up technique first and hope it works. if not, ill look for the shu uemura curler. =]

Jun 4, 2011

Tamara R.

Do some research on the shape of the curve of the lash curler, it has a lot to do with how well it curls your lashes. You want a curler that fits best to the curve of your eyelid.

Comparing them in Sephora is a good option.. then you can see the differences side to side. :]

Jun 4, 2011

Soma S.

I *heart* my Shu so much, I have it in both the reg. silver one, and the 24k one as a backup if EVER [knocks on wood] I lose it - or god forbid, it gives out on me. I don't care what they say about replacing that pad every 3 mos: mine's on it's 5th year and still going strong!

Jun 4, 2011

Shelly T.

*points to Tamara's post*

As for me, I just bought one of the Revlon ones today (the silver one; it's about $3) and I already love it! Before that, I had a small wet'n'wild one, but it wasn't doing the job (it wasn't curved enough). I also have a purple plastic on that is no longer made that, while it was curved enough, wasn't wide enough for my eyes. Now I have one that works excellent for me. :)

@Soma: I've been wondering about the pads! I've had my purple lash curler for quite a few years, same pad.

Jun 5, 2011

Soma S.

They say you should replace it every 3 mos or so, but I'm still on my original pad and have yet to use my replacement. It all depends on how heavy of a hand you use when squeezing, and I try not to be so rough with my lashes, since it can stress my lashes and result in fall-out.  =)

Jun 5, 2011

Jasmine B.

the elf one is a good cheap alternative :)

Jun 5, 2011

Jasmine P.

I have straight lashes that are stubborn and that don't like to curl at all. The only things that worked for me are the Shu Eumura curler but mine died on me so I went and picked up the Shiseido one which I currently LOVE. Then my go to mascara is CG Waterproof Lashblast. It never fails me to holding the curl.

Jun 5, 2011

Kaycee P.

I concur with my cousin above :). The Shu Uemura eyelash curler is my HG curler, but recently switched to the Shiseido curler since my Shu died on me. The Shiseido works pretty well but does not give me the amazing lasting curl that the Shu provides. Overall still a pretty good curler. I have also used the ELF curler which does an OK job at curling but does not give me a great of a curl than the Shiseido or even the Shu.

But you should take a closer look at the curvature of your eyes. If your eyes are a flatter rounded shape, the Shu would work perfectly. If your eyes are more of a rounded shape, the Shiseido & ELF would work great. . If you are investing in a good quality eyelash curler, I would suggest the Shu Uemura (online orders only) or the Shiseido (Sephora or Department stores).

Though the ELF curler is much more affordable - you can never tell when it would die on you... Mine died after a month of having it.

Another tip would be picking a mascara with a lighter formula. I found that the waterproof formulas work the best of holding the curl with the least amount of coats. If you put coats & coats of mascara, 9 out 10- your mascara formula is a bit heavy.

Hope that helped! :)

Jun 8, 2011

Eunice S.

I bought Shu Uemura last year and I've never looked back. I would say my eye shape is wider set and my lashes are pretty stubborn for what they are... but I'm extremely satisfied with my Shu-Shu! Because it's a wider rim and allows for a stronger curl!

Blow drying for 10 seconds or starting with a waterproof mascara will help hold.  

Jun 8, 2011

Sandra G.

alright, im convinced! lol. where can i buy this shu uemura curler!?

Jun 9, 2011

Shelly T.

Direct from Shu Uemura's website.

http://www.shuuemura.com

Jun 9, 2011

Sandra G.

thanks!

Jun 20, 2011

Nadia N.

I'd also say Shishedo's which I have and you can buy refills for the rubber part and they own Shu Uemura.

Jun 21, 2011

Katie D.

Try the elf 1 dollar one..it works great!!

Jun 21, 2011

Tiffany M.

If you have really stubborn eyelashes as I do you can try using a heated eyelash curler ...its takes a little longer to curl but it's worth the extra 30 secs definitely holds the curl longer and curls more naturally.

Jun 21, 2011

Susan B.

My favorite is the Shu Uemura but I've heard so many great things about the NARS eyelash curler as well. I think it would depend on your eye shape as well.  

Jun 22, 2011

Marlee A.

try the elf eyelash curler :) i have had three of them and absolutely love them, they are the only eyelash curler i use, after you curl them your lashes wont go anywhere for the rest of the day and its only a dollar at target :) 

Jun 22, 2011

Sandra G.

i bought the elf lash curler a couple months ago, actually. i didnt like it at all. =[ it pulled out so many lashes and would pinch my skin. i dont think it was made for me lol the heating technique has worked tho! =D

Jun 22, 2011

Marlee A.

i have never tried a heating eyelash curler , i really want too though ! :)