How to fake a thicker lash line

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There are a few steps that I always take when I’m applying my makeup. For example, I always apply moisturizer but I only sometimes apply primer. I always curl my eyelashes but I only sometimes use lash fibers to add length.

Tightlining, or applying eyeliner as close as you can to the area that your lashes grow from, is now a daily staple in my routine. I never used to think about it, and occasionally I would get comments from readers suggesting that I do that because you could sometimes see a gap between my liner and my lashes. I have thin lashes, and I just didn’t “major” on that part of my makeup routine.

More recently, I’ve been liking the lighter look of just a dark or black eyeshadow as eyeliner versus a heavier line of a kohl pencil or gel eyeliner. But I was missing the definition for my lash line!

So my latest eyeliner routine is as follows.

  1. Wet an angled eyeshadow brush, press it into a dark shadow, and glide it across my lash line. It will dry a bit lighter, and I like to give it a good minute or so to dry.
  2. Pick up a gel or clay liner, I’ve been loving this one, and press it into the base of my lashes, from the top and the bottom. Don’t drag the brush! Just press it in. This will create a “line” from where your lashes grow, and ultimately fake the look of a thicker lash line.

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I love the definition it gives without looking too heavy along my upper lash line.

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Even on super light makeup days, I’ll use this trick for eyeliner and just swipe a little mascara on. It makes a huge difference to me and is a great trick to use this summer!

The gel eyeliner I used for this look is Tarteist Clay Paint Liner and I used this brush.

You can read more about another one of my favorite daily beauty products here and a drugstore lipstick option here!

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Nancy says · 05.17.16

Ive been doing this for awhile now. Love it! Love your blog!
By the way, love the top. Please tell us where to get one!

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Janna says · 05.17.16

I really like this look for an everyday daytime look! I live in Florida,so heat and humidity are always huge factors in my choices for makeup and hair -especially makeup. I’ve found liner placed tighter to my lash line wears a bit better for me.

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Melanie says · 05.17.16

PLEASE tell me what is on your lips – it’s perfection and I must have it! 🙂
Thanks for posting everyday!!

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Sue says · 05.17.16

Yes! I love the color. What is it.

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A New Old Fashioned Girl says · 05.17.16

I will have to try this today, eyeliner is my worst enemy when it comes to makeup, so I’m always looking for tips.
Thanks for the help!
https://thenewoldfashionedgirl.blogspot.com/

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Laurie D says · 05.17.16

Great advice! I’ll have to try this for sure. On another note that is completely unrelated… I was wondering if you’ve ever tried the Beachwaver curling iron. I would love to see a review or tutorial of it. I have one and LOVE it. It’s really user friendly. I just got the new one with the larger barrel because I love my other one so much. Anyhow, just my 2 cents!

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Jennifer says · 05.17.16

I have hooded eyelids, so tightlining (on the bottom only) has been the only way I can wear eyeliner without it looking too heavy. I’ve also recently discovered that the only way my lashes stay curled, is if I use waterproof mascara. I used to avoid it because it’s so hard to get off, but I recently discovered the Too Faced Mascara Melt Off, and it’s the ABSOLUTE BEST thing ever!

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anon says · 05.17.16

I was wondering what dark eyeshadow you used in this technique? It looks great!

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Dana Lindholm says · 05.17.16

Beautiful!

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izzy says · 05.17.16

my problem with tightlining is that a few hours in, the liner will smudge into the area under my eyes, giving me dark circles. Am I doing something wrong, or is that just how my eyes are shaped?

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Jamie says · 05.17.16

Same issue here! It’s difficult for me to find a mascara for this very reason, too!

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Jess says · 05.17.16

I have that problem too but a couple things that helped me were: I don’t use any undereye cream when doing makeup-nothing even the slightest bit oily. I also don’t bring my concealer all the way up to my lower lash line, I leave the tiniest space. I also use Urban Decays waterproof mascara-it’s the only one that lasts all day without smudging-even other waterproof mascara runs on me.

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Kim says · 05.17.16

Looks great! Thanks for the tips!

Kim
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Gemma Louise says · 05.17.16

Such good tips, I always tight line my lash line due to having really short lashes, but will definitely try out the eyeliner trick.

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Jabeen says · 05.17.16

This is a great tutorial! Thanks 🙂
Jabeen x
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Tami says · 05.17.16

Nothing to do with eyeliner…but equally important… On Snapchat you wanted some healthy meal ideas. I have one! I dump raw spinach on a plate and top with a little orzo and some grilled salmon. Dress it with a vinegrette and a bit of shaved parm cheese. Easy! And my kids love eating orzo pasta with a shake of grated parm on it with some crunchy veggies and fruit for lunch. This is my go to Kate. Good luck with your meal tracking! I’m rooting for you!

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Kristi says · 05.17.16

It’s amazing what a difference it makes!

Kristi | Be Loverly

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Ashley says · 05.17.16

THE TOP!!! WHERE OH WHERE did you find it?? LOVE LOVE LOVE

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Rhonda says · 05.17.16

I really want your shirt! Where is it from?

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Jamie says · 05.17.16

Your top! Please reply!

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Ashley says · 05.18.16

yes yes yes…. please tell us!!

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Courtney says · 05.17.16

What’s on your nails?? They’re beautiful!

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Bridget says · 05.18.16

What do you use for a face primer? What are your favorites?

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Susan says · 05.18.16

Lovely look for Spring & Summer!

http://a-woman-of-a-certain-age.com/

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Barbara says · 05.18.16

Another great tip i recvd from both Bobbi Brown and Trish McEvoy reps is to put the gel liner under the eyelash – inside water line on top lid. This works great to add volume also!

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Sara says · 05.26.16

Where is that adorable top from?

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Kirsty Zielke says · 08.08.16

Hi Kate,

what nailcolour are you wearing on the picture?

Thanks in advance

Best wishes from Berlin (Germany)

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