Five Easy Mascara Tricks for Bigger, Fuller Lashes

It will take some time and patience to apply mascara perfectly, but once you've mastered the technique you can practice a few moves that will make your lashes appear bigger and fuller. There's nothing more glamorous than full, thick lashes that look natural, and there are several ways you can achieve the perfect look and highlight the eyes. You don't have to fuss with false eyelashes to create a dramatic, seductive and smoldering look this season.

Use any of these five easy mascara tricks for bigger, fuller and more beautiful lashes:

1. Prime lashes before applying mascara. Many makeup artists use a primer to coat the lashes and create the appearance of thicker, plumper lashes with each coat. A mascara primer can really give your lashes that much-needed boost, and will also keep mascara in place when you're exposed to humid weather and heat. Primers are usually white or cream-colored but will dry clear. Just make sure you allow the primer to dry completely before applying your coat of mascara.

2. Use an eyelash curler before and between applications. Curling your lashes will really open up your eyes, and can also make it easier to create bigger, fuller lashes. Heat up your eyelash curler with a hairdryer for a few seconds if you can. This strategy works in a similar way as a curling iron on your hair. Curl your lashes before applying that first coat of mascara, and then again between applications after each coat has dried completely.

3. Stick with black or brown to create fuller lashes. Black and brown are the most natural choice for creating bigger, fuller lashes. Other colors can still enhance your eyes but won't give you that glamorous look you crave. Stick with the super-dark and rich blacks and browns to enhance your lashes.

4. Zig-zag your wand. One of the easiest ways to create bigger, fuller looking lashes is to zig-zag your wand when applying each coat. This helps to lengthen the lashes and also reduces clumps. Being consistent with this technique will help you create bigger, fuller lashes without smearing your eyelids.

5. Blink! As you apply your coats of mascara using the zig-zagging technique, slowly open and close you eyes so that the wand runs all the way to the tip of your lashes and out. This technique can take some time to perfect, so be patient with yourself. Blinking slowly will ensure a clean and even application, and will also create the appearance of bigger, fuller lashes.

Makeup artists and cosmetic professionals already know many secrets to creating bigger, fuller lashes. Use these tricks to create bigger and fuller lashes, and a more dramatic effect with your eye makeup.