How to Fix Lifting Lash Corners

WHY IS YOUR LASH CORNER LIFTING?

You apply your lashes, they look perfect, and then you laugh at a friend's joke and the outer corner is suddenly pointing at your eyebrow. Or the inner corner never quite sits down. These are two different problems with different fixes.

Lifting happens when the adhesive doesn't make full contact with your skin. The most common causes: the lash band is too long, the adhesive hasn't gotten tacky, or your natural lash line has a curved area that leaves a gap.

HOW TO FIX AN INNER CORNER LIFT

The inner corner is the hardest part because your tear duct adds moisture. Here's my method:

Before applying, cut the inner edge of the lash so it doesn't extend past your eye.
Apply a micro-dot of extra adhesive to the inner corner tip.
Wait 30 seconds so it's tacky.
Press the inner corner down using a clean fingertip or the flat end of a makeup brush.
Close your eye for 10 seconds. The pressure and body heat help the band mold to your eye shape.

HOW TO FIX AN OUTER CORNER LIFT

The outer corner usually lifts because the lash band is too long. You need to trim a little from the outer edge. Then, after applying, press the outer corner down and curl it slightly inward — toward your lash line — so it holds your natural curve.

If the outer corner still pops up, use a lash sealer or a thin line of liquid liner over the band. That extra layer presses the band flat against your skin.

STOP CORNERS FROM LIFTING IN THE FIRST PLACE

Most lifting is avoidable. Start with a clean, oil-free lash line. Dry your eye area with a cotton swab if you're naturally moist. And never apply lashes to a wet face.

Also, check the lash band. If it curls upward before you apply it, wrap it around your finger for 30 seconds. That flattens the band and helps it stick exactly where you want it.

QUICK FIXES, REAL ANSWERS

Can I use regular eyelash glue to fix a lifting corner?

Yes, just touch a tiny drop to the corner and press down. Do not use household glue.

Why does my right eye always lift but my left eye never does?

Most likely because your right eye is slightly more round or has a different natural curve. Trim that lash band a bit shorter, and it will fit better.

How do I know if the lash band is too long?

Place the lash on top of your finger next to your eye. If any part of the band is floating past the edge of your eye, it's too long.

A lifting corner doesn't have to ruin your day. Once you master the tiny fixes, you'll save yourself hours of frustration. The right lash band makes a difference too.