I started cleaning out my make-up drawer… what a mess… but in the mix I re-discovered my eyelash curler…
What a find… the very best… I haven’t used one for years… What have I been doing?
My eyelashes looked so much thicker, my eyes brighter and more open… I promptly went out and bought a newer more super duper model…
These days, I am not a fan of lots of eye detail… a little liner, loads of the right mascara… and that’s it…
This addition…a little squeeze… and then another… makes me feel so much more put together…
If you, like me, have one hiding in the drawer… try it… you will see the difference immediately…
If not… you can find the best one HERE…
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Il est juste qu’on oublie dans des petits coins ce qui faisait nos habitudes…
Une douce publication.
Gros bisous
Martine, C’est toujours une bonne surprise de voir ce qui se cache dans nos tiroirs…:)
Oh I have never used these, EVER! I have flipped-up eyelashes anyway, so that works for me! But I agree that little to almost NO eye makeup these days suits me. I only wear a bold lipstick and with my pale skin and jet black hair, it works. One woman STOPPED ME COLD one day and said, “WHAT COLOR LIPSTICK ARE YOU WEARING! I MUST KNOW!” So my lips drew attention that day!!!!!
Enjoy your day Vicki! Anita
Perfect Anita… I love strong lips… especially with pale skin and dark hair… Actually I love strong lips with every colouring…:)
My girls use theirs all the time but i didn’t even think about it. I don’t do a lot eye stuff either but I might try it. Do you curl before or after putting on the mascara?
I put the mascara on the top of the lashes… curl them and then put the underneath coat on… then another little quick curl… That is my system but I would be interested if others do it differently…
You always inspire us to such wonderful tips and now I shall be known as the girl with a curl!
Curled eyelashes….I do love giving my eyes a little extra TLC.
pve
‘Girls with curls’… that is us…
They do make a big difference.
Cynthia
Silly isn’t it… how something so little can change your look…
Oh Vicki, You are so right! They are looking like instruments of torture, but are definitely the best for an radiant eye-look. xo S
No torture unless you do what Veronique did..
Bonjour Vicki. I laughed when I read your story: The first time I used an eye lash curler was in the United States, during my college year as an exchange student… My friends could not believe how quickly I managed to “pinch” my top eyelid. Even worse, my eyelashes got stuck in the infernal device, and nobody dared pull it off of me for at least 15 minutes. Courageously, I persevered, and I agree with you. An eyelash curler is a must have (but only if it is a good one and one is sober when using it!
Veronique (French Girl in Seattle)
Sober helps…;)
Right. Now that I can drink AND curl, I have just ordered a new pair, so merci pour la recommandation!
Perfect…
ok vicki..i’m going to admit something. i’ve never used one! i’m sort of afraid to try using one! maybe i should give it a go?
You must! You will be surprised and pleased…
Couldn’t agree more Vicki – my eye lash curler is one of my favorite beauty tools! And do I spy a Frédéric Malle perfume on your dressing table? I’ve been devoted to his fragrances for a dozen years now and won’t leave the house without a little spritz. Happy Friday! XO
I do like Frederic Malle too… although that one is one of my husband’s fragrances…
I just bought a new eyelash curler last week – not this fancy kind, but a new one nonetheless. Wow, what a difference!
I love the look of those perfume bottles – “beauty potions!”
Love all those perfume bottles and beauty potions…
I love this post! Less is more I agree (at least at my age)…I had given up on the eylash curler…I am ordering a new one! Thanks for keeping us in line!
I had too… but once I found it… I think I will always use it.. at least for special occasions..
Vicki I haven’t used one in years so it will be a new one for me! Anything to make me look brighter and more open!
xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena
I think you will be pleased…
Haven’t use one lately + now will find it + USE the eyelash curler. xxpeggybraswelldesign.com
Tell me if you like it Peggy…
Vicki,
Thank you for the lash curler recommend..I have one that i use daily but “meh” its not the best. I’m ordering the Japonesque one today
Fiona
Just used mine…
I love it!
I just ordered mine and it should be here Tuesday!! and I’m to the mall today or buy my very first red lipstick and I’m a “women of a certain age too”
Fiona
Enjoy the lipstick… it does add that certain je ne sais quoi…
Oh yes! I’m with you, I never leave my eyelashes without a bit of a curl. I use a drugstore Revlon curler, it works just fine. I think it may be the same one I’ve had since high school!
I can’t believe what a difference it makes… just a little curl…
… it seems to me that curling one’s eyelashes must be learned young … it’s a tricky process to jump in mid-life … Shu Uemura was always considered the best, but yours looks interesting. Naomi Campbell says you don’t have to press hard, but I always do. Cheers to the weekend.
Don’t press hard… just curl twice on each eye… That’s enough.. a light squeeze…
Hi Vicki, I haven’t used one since a teenager. I think I spied one in my daughers make up bag, will give it a try today, less is definitely more in my mind re make up. Love your blogs.
Margaret – Perth Australia. xx
Daughters bags are very useful…
I’m embarrased to say, but I just discovered eyelash curlers this year. It may have taken me 56 years, but I’m so glad I did, they are da bomb! Yep you’re right about the less is more in the eye make-up dept. Thanks to your tip about the By Terry war paint, I’ve moved over to their mascara & love it. And I even took note of your advice about giving eyeliner on the bottom lids the flicko last year. What would I do without you – those chicks on the makeup counters at DJ’s aren’t a patch on you Vicki.
Millie xx
I love the By Terry… it is the best foundation i have had… I will have to try the mascara.. Thanks Millie…
Thank you for that reminder, I forgot also to use my eyelash curler for many years and will try my best to get a glamorous look again. tinkle, jingle.
I also want to use the opportunity to thank you very much for taking time and answer each comment. This makes everybody feel welcome and accepted to say once’s piece.
I need to think about what else I have forgotten to use… that could be helpful…
I stopped using mine a long time ago and I have no idea why. Perhaps I was just trying to cutback on one less thing to do in the morning.
I have three of them. I think I will wipe it down with rubbing alcohol to remove any bacteria and try it again. Thanks for the reminder.
How weird. I JUST started using my eyelash curler again after a multi-year sabbatical. I’ve also started putting mascara (albeit gingerly) on my bottom lashes again after discovering the oh-so-cheap but virtually smudge-proof Borghese mascara from COSTCO no less (2 in one pack)
At the other end of the spectrum, I am OBSESSED, as you know, with all things “By Terry”. It’s The Best!!
Sending best wishes from NY where we await “Sandy”
I just bought one of these for my daughter for her birthday, we always used the Shu curler but of course harder to find now. I use mine everyday and I am due for a new one but I will see if she likes hers first, else I am going to have to hunt down a Shu Uemura again, so far that is my fav.
I still use mine all the time. I’m pretty sure it used to be my Mum’s & I somehow ended up with it! Love a good eyelash curler.
~ Clare x
Have never used a curler. I don’t know. I do love my black mascara, liner and red lipstick though. And a well groomed brow.
I swear by my eyelash curler !! my lashes just dont look the same without it ! (not sure what the long run effects are… hope i still have lashes left in the next 20 years..
ps. one to recommend is from shu uemura. or Mac.