Now, I’ve tried this and true to her word, it does work. My considerably shorter lashes stand to attention and, with a coat of mascara, look decidedly defined. Fanned, fluffy, and dramatic, it’s a technique I’ve firmly established in my make-up routine.

However, and this should hopefully go without saying, there is a need for close attention when using an eyelash curler. Use medium pressure and be careful not to pull, yank, or tug at your lashes. If you have any eye concerns, active infections or broken skin around the eyelid, stay away until healed. It won’t do any good to exacerbate the issue.

Besides that, have at it. As a TikTok hack veteran, it gets the stamp of approval from me.

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