Individual Eyelashes vs Magnetic Strips
I started wearing individual eyelashes a few years ago. One day while having lunch with my cousin we were comparing notes on some beauty tips. She asked if I wore eyelashes. I have always been curious about eyelashes but never went as far as going to talk to an eyelash technician. So, when I answered my cousin I really wanted to say “Please tell me more about eyelashes”, instead I said no and changed the topic. After I finished hanging out with my cousins I called one friend/fashion designer and asked his opinion on whether I should get eyelashes. Without a hesitation, he answered yes. So, my journey began to find an eyelash technician so I can get my very first set of eyelashes. I found a very experienced eyelash technician. She was very nice and did not mind answering my 50 million questions. After going back for a few touch up appointments, I noticed due to seasonal allergies my runny eyes and my individual lashes did not stay at as long. When I would wake up in the morning, I would wash the mucus from my lashes, only to find I lost several individual lashes. Thinking to myself I had to do something, my next eyelash appointment isn’t for a few weeks, what do I do in the meantime? I started wearing magnetic eyelash strips, which can be easily installed and give a similar look to pricey individuals and other applications.
Here’s a breakdown of the pros and cons
Individual Eyelashes
Pros
Your Lash extensions could last up to 4 to 6 weeks, depending upon how you care for them.
You can control the length and fullness of your eyelashes
Eyelashes make your eyes pop and give you the dramatic, ingenue look.
You can choose from a variety of textures (silk, mink or synthetic) eyelashes, depending on the look you want.
You can apply mascara but its not necessary
Cons
Silk and Mink eyelashes could become costly because it requires professional consultation and application.
Eyelashes are difficult to maintain.
You need to be very careful to not rub your eyes, as the lashes can fall out.
Eyelashes require refills every 4 to 6 weeks.
Eyelash Appointments are time-consuming. Sometimes they can take 2-3.5 hours for a single sitting.
There is an allergy possibility.
Magnetic Lashes
Pros
Magnetic eyelashes do not involve glue. You use a magnetic eyeliner that connect the strip your eye
Magnetic eyelash strips are cheaper ranging in price of $15-30 a box and some brands have more than one set of strips in them.
You can use magnetic eyelash strips several times.
You do not need a technician to apply magnetic eyelashes you can follow the instruction on the box
Cons
They take a lot of time to apply, but with practice, they can be used within seconds.
In some brands, you might trim them as per your eye shape.
They fall off a couple of times, but that can also be controlled with practice.
The primary issue or con of the magnetic lashes is that they cannot be shaped.
For lack of a custom fit, they can appear a bit generic.