Rhinestones on the eyelashes: choice, fixing technique, examples

False or extended eyelashes with rhinestones look very impressive, give the look expressiveness, but not all fashionistas know how to glue them. Considering examples of design, it is difficult to understand whether such decor options are suitable for a specific color and section of the eyes, type of face. To understand everything and avoid mistakes, you should learn as much as possible about how to make false eyelashes with rhinestones of different sizes, shapes and colors.

Dressing the ciliary edge is becoming more popular. On special occasions, famous and simply well-known people quite often appear not only with bright makeup, but also with sparkling crystals that frame their eyes. Rhinestones on eyelashes Look impressive, but are not suitable for use in everyday images. Where more often they can be seen in combination with wedding and evening make-up, at burlesque-style photo shoots, at the catwalk, or themed parties.

False eyelashes are best for fixing rhinestones best since they are able to withstand quite a lot of weight. Artificial stones and sparkles are usually fixed for a short time - only for the duration of the event.

There are several parameters by which you can classify a shiny decor for eyelashes. The first is the material of manufacture. It could be regular glitter - it is applied to false eyelashes before fixing them, creating the effect of "star dust". Full rhinestones are made of acrylic or glass.

The most popular mineral-based products are Swarovski crystals produced by the same name jewelry house. This brand is famous for the highest quality of its products. For lashmaking, special Swarovski rhinestones are made with a flat base, suitable for reliable attachment to both natural and artificial hairs.

Acrylic products are much cheaper than their illustrious counterparts. They weigh less because polymeric materials are much lighter than glass, have a wide color range, a large size range and a different shape. They are distinguished from Swarovski products by a lower luster, which significantly reduces the overall visual effect.

The selection of a brilliant decor for eye design must be correlated with the type of appearance. Consider the most harmonious color combinations.

1. Blue rhinestones. They are recommended to be combined with a bright type of appearance. The use of this tone in combination with olive skin and brown eyes will be optimal.
2. Red crystals. They will be the best decoration for blue-eyed blondes.
3. Emerald, black rhinestones. Suitable for green-eyed brunettes with white skin without a pink tint.
4. Gold and tea color decorations. Suitable for people with wheat and honey hair tones, golden tanned skin.
5. Pale blue rhinestones. Decorate girls with brown hair and freckles.
6. Transparent and silver. They are considered a universal option, suitable for all types of appearance.

All parameters of rhinestones are carefully fixed. Their size range is indicated by the letters SS and numbers. Popular diameters range from 1.3 to 2 mm - larger elements are difficult to hold on the surface of the eyelashesIn addition, they look too puppetry and theatrical. The most popular sizes: SS3, SS6.

Classic rhinestones for lashmaking always have rounded outlines. They are universal, do not stand out too much even in an everyday look. For a fancy decor, it is worth considering the choice of stones of an original form. It can be stars, snowflakes, ovals, drops, hearts - both faceted and smooth.

The best manufacturer of rhinestones is the brand Swarovski, producing glass and crystal products. In addition, there are more affordable options. These are Czech brands Preciosa, Croemia, Egyptian Asfour El Hafa. Glass variants are also successfully manufactured in South Korea. Fashion lawmakers are considered here. Dolce Vita, Stone Couture - There is no doubt about the quality of materials from these manufacturers.

It is worth considering that rhinestones may not be used on all false eyelashes. Of natural materials, mink hairs and silk fibers are best suited for these purposes. Of the artificial leaders, silicone can be called, even compatible with heavy, shining stones. Synthetic silk also copes well with these tasks, in addition, it has deep pigmentation and a strong shine that enhances the effect of the created images.

Sparkling crystals should have a cold fixation method. Glass and crystal products must have 12-16 faces - they provide a beautiful play of light.

Pasting rhinestones on the eyelashes or the edge of the eyelid occurs according to the same rules as extension. At home, it is difficult to carry out the correct procedure, to maintain the necessary sterility and accuracy. In this case the most reasonable solution is to choose a disposable glitter or ready-made false eyelashes, decorated with sparkling sparkles. In all other cases, you will have to follow a certain procedure.

The main material necessary for decorating eyelashes (natural or artificial) is glue. Lashmakers use the same compositions here as for building.

1. Gel. Non-toxic and hypoallergenic, it has a high drying rate. It can be produced in black and transparent versions. Initially, the product is quite liquid, it is applied with a drop, and then the attached elements are immersed in it. The fixation rate of the composition depends on its purpose - options for beginners take more time to polymerize than professional ones.
2. Resin. Glue on this basis can cause allergic reactions, redness and irritation of the eyes. It is based on natural components that provide water resistance, strong fixation and a longer drying period. This is a good solution for home experiments, but resin formulations are contraindicated for owners of sensitive eyes.
3. Medical glue. He is the "BF" used for cuts and other skin injuries. The product has an alcohol base; when used close to the mucous membrane of the eye, it can cause irritation, itching, and redness.

In addition, when building with rhinestones, you will need patches or special pads for the eyes, straight and curved tweezers, a comb brush, makeup remover (it is better to take micellar water). For visual control, a magnifying mirror and a fluorescent lamp providing a good frontal view will be useful. It is also worth pre-selecting a diagram or drawing of the arrangement of stones, their color, size, shape.

The main preparation is in removing makeup and degreasing the work area. For this, cotton pads and micellar water or another type of product suitable for a particular skin type are used. Eyelashes are thoroughly combed. The bottom row is closed with a patch or special pad. Rhinestones and tools are located in the workspace.

The procedure for gluing rhinestones on eyelashes is quite simple. It is necessary to act in stages.

1. Take tweezers with thin sponges.
2. Grab the stone with its ends, fix it.
3. Apply a small amount of glue to the flat part of the crystal.
4. Place the stone in the selected place. If necessary, adjust its position with a toothpick.
5. Wait for the adhesive to set completely. On average, it will take from 2 to 5 minutes.
6. Following the pattern, continue fastening the stones.
7. At the end of the procedure, close your eyes. Maintain this position of the eyelids for 10 minutes.

After the decor is finally fixed, you can open your eyes. Rhinestones glued in accordance with all the rules will last in place from 2 to 4 weeks. It is worth considering that care for eyelashes in this case will be difficult.

Sparkles can be an alternative to rhinestones. With them is a fashionable building "stardust." Loose decor is applied to the hairs before gluing, the pigment should be suitable for use with artificial fibers - such products are available NYX, LASplash. When building hair, first dipped in glue, then in glitter, excess shaking off. Then the eyelash with fixed pigment is fixed in the usual way.

Another popular option is finished materials for building with rhinestones. The brand has such i-beauty and some others. Swarovski crystals are used; eyelashes in the outer corner of the eye are usually decorated.

To remove the fixed decor, you also need to follow all the rules. Glitter is removed with make-up oil. Rhinestones adhering to latex glue easily go away themselves - you just need to make a little effort.

You can also decorate eyelashes in different ways. They look interesting both monophonic and multi-colored crystals, you can vary their size, create a picture. For example, eyelash extensions with blue accents can be combined with the same stones at the ends. For photo shoots, glamorous outputs, they often choose decor options not only with sparkles, but also with colored feathers, paste crystals on the eyelids, whiskey, eyebrows.

Wedding and casual eye designs use a variety of design options.

• Classic. A modest option for everyday wear. Miniature rhinestones are fixed on the outside of the ciliary edge, at the very base of the hair shaft. This method of attachment is good because it can be used on your own eyelashes without extension, does not burden your eyes, looks as delicate as possible.
• Arrow. This is a bold decor for bright girls. A chain of rhinestones is attached along the entire line of eyelash growth or from the middle of the century to its outer edge. Decor replaces eyeliner, looks especially good on silk built-up materials.
• At the ends. Extreme and quite rare option, the most short-lived. Rhinestones on the tips of the eyelashes are poorly fixed, the adhesion is unstable due to the small area of ​​contact. This method is suitable for creating a memorable image for a wedding, photo shoot. Constantly wearing such a decor will be difficult.
• In a checkerboard pattern. In this case, stones of 2 sizes are used: the largest are fixed along the eyelid along the ciliary edge, small ones - in the middle, at the bend of the hairs, placing them between the main ones. This version of the decor looks impressive, but complicates combing and applying makeup.

When thinking about the design, it is worth considering some recommendations. Do not use stones with a diameter of more than 2.5 mm - They are heavy, they look massive and defiant. Much better for decorating are small crystals that look spectacular in any design.

Before you try on your own decor with rhinestones for eyelash extensions, it is worth exploring examples of already done works. The most spectacular options are those that are visible on the model with open eyes. For everyday images, it is better to choose the option of the arrow or the classic fastening of stones only at the outer corner of the eye. The most interesting and beautiful options are worth considering in more detail.

• Evening combined decor. Rhinestones are used not only around the edge of the eyelid, but are also scattered from the side of the outer corner of the eye, and spectacular feathers only enhance the theatricality of makeup.

• Rhinestones like eyeliner in combination with bundle eyelash extensions look very impressive. Large shining crystals are complemented by makeup in the same shades and a clear black eyeliner contour of the upper eyelid. The image looks solid and delicate.

• Attaching rhinestones to the tips of eyelashes. An option is used in which the decor is fixed only on the longest hairs in the outer corner of the eye.

See how to decorate your eyelashes with rhinestones in the next video.