Typically, it is recommended to use an eyelash curler before applying mascara. The reasons are as follows:
- Optimal curling effect: Eyelashes are cleaner and more flexible before mascara application. The eyelash curler can better grip the lashes at the root and create a natural and long-lasting curl from the base to the tip. If you curl your lashes after applying mascara, the mascara may cause the lashes to stick together, making it difficult for the curler to work effectively and resulting in an uneven curl.
- Reduced risk of damage: Mascara can make lashes stiffer and more brittle. Curl the lashes first to avoid the increased risk of breakage and damage that can occur when curling mascara-coated lashes.
- Prevention of makeup smudging: Using an eyelash curler after applying mascara may lead to smudging or flaking of the mascara, ruining your eye makeup. By curling before mascara application, you can avoid this issue and ensure a neater makeup look.
Nevertheless, there are some special makeup looks or personal preferences that might call for using an eyelash curler after applying mascara. For example, if you desire a more dramatic or spiky effect, you can apply a light layer of mascara, let it dry slightly, and then carefully use the eyelash curler. But this approach demands more skill and precision to prevent mascara smudging and lash damage.
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