Dolly Wink Lower Lash Review - No. 5 Real Nude

Feeling rather lazy today, but thought I would share something I have been meaning to post for awhile...

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I think I would have never even known lower lash falsies existed if it weren't for the lovely ladies of the blogging world! (i.e Malaysian Blogger Cheesie, the always beautiful Eki, and Fuzkittie just to name a few!)

It's one thing if you have lower lashes. It's another if you have absolutely ZERO. Zilch. None! Okay, maybe I have a few stray lashes here and there, but it's pretty desolate. [insert picture of desert]

Enter - DOLLY WINK to the rescue!

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Backside

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Up close

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Of course, first spread a thin layer of glue on the backside - all the lashes come with a cute little tube or you can buy it separate on SASA.com if you run out.

Use tweezers to place as close to the lashline as comfortable ~ gently use fingers or tweezers to press into place!

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Clean the area gently with cotton swab

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Please don't laugh, I know it's amateur! Also, don't be like me, please use an eyelash curler on upper lashes! T_T

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Both eyes!

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Verdict - It does wonders!!! Subtle wonders at least - it is nice for girls who have zero bottom lashes and even nicer for girls who have plush lower lashes. ♥

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♥ Dolly-wink style ♥

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I'm surprised that I didn't end up looking silly - the Real nude lives up to its name - not fake-y but makes an impact!

I just really REALLY love the glue too - it is gentle enough, has a non-offensive smell and lasts and lasts.

Thank you Dolly Wink! ;)

Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ (5/5)

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If you need these lashes STAT and live in Dallas, Super 99 Ranch has them in a variety of styles for $16.99 - Sasa.com has the best price but they are oftentimes sold out of the popular styles.

They also sell My Beauty Diary & a variety of asian and Japanese skincare/beauty products

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I also used...

Red Cherry Lashes - A favorite of Kim Kardashian's and apparently quite popular in Hawaii - the shelves were stocked with hundreds! I used the #1s - very good for everyday wear!

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Some of the eye-makeup trends

Military style

Girly Folklore - lol

Naturally Jessica-Alba-like pretty

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Sweet & Dolly

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I'm going to try to get my paws on some Diamond lashes too - apparently they are of high quality as well and come in packs of 5! :D

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Hope you enjoyed - almost the weekend again! Time for some Christmas shopping!

SALE ALERT - Kma Darkness lashes on sale again on Daybeauty.com!

Just a quickie update!

My FAVORITE brand of Korean lashes, DARKNESS, is on sale yet again on Daybeauty.com! Regular price is $4.95 but they are now on sale for $2.95 a piece! Again, the Kma series includes 2 sets of lashes and 2 types of glue so it's quite a bargain! :)

I think I have some new favorites - the Darkness KMA5's they are criss-cross style and flare out at the ends...very pretty and more natural than the KMA8s and KMA9s! (which I also love!)

I will be reviewing them in my upcoming post - here's a sneak peak of them + the Ardell 109's! (which can be purchased at most drugstores in the US).

I am also wearing MISSHA Perfect Cover BB cream in No. 23. Also a review in the next post :D (My skin isn't perfect by a long shot, but I am trying out a host of BB creams to find something that works!)

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♥ for Sidney Son, Damla, Sandra, Sarra, ambzxo, & Labellover! :)

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Good night! Hope you all had a Happy Star Wars Day! (May the 4th be with you!!!)

LOTD + Michelle's 1st Giveaway

Good-bye February!

Just a quick LOTD. I don't know why I ended up dressing like it was still freezing outside - it was nearly 60 degrees today! (had no idea until I stepped outside)

Hat - Forever21, Sweater (heavily pilling!!! Does anyone know how to fix this?!) - Abercrombie, Jeans - Banana Republic, Necklace - Hot Topic (The ultimate Mall outfit!!! Also, laundry day was today...)

Just did a simple eye today with Darkness Kma9s (lashes), Revlon Colorstay eyeliner in black, TheBalm Luscious Lani on inner lids and browbone & Just this once Jamie on lids. My lids are a bit wrinkly & my blending isn't superb...but it worked for a light natural look today! I think I need a better application brush - the shadows did not want to stick to my brush today. :P

The lunch date with friends was excellent - was able to get my monthly intake of delicious PHO heaping with tripe, round eye, green onions, and steamed bean sprouts. (I hear the Catfish at this place is the specialty, but you have to order an hour ahead!!! Boo) Next time I'm going to sample more of the menu...

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Michelle at Beyond Me is having her First Giveaway!

Congrats on the 50+++ followers hun!

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+ I still can't believe the earthquake that hit Chile - 8.8. I am praying for all the families out there that have lost homes, family members, friends, hope. Ways to help here. +

Makes you feel thankful for all that you have -- for your world to literally crumble beneath your feet -- utter devastation. :(

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~Blush swatches post coming up, still have so much to do!~

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More ♥ to and from M. (hot mama), Ipeh, Sav & 23 Crystals!!!

Daybeauty.com haul & Day off!

Enjoying a day off of work today before a 6-day stretch...

Sometimes it's hard to decide whether to dress up or just be comfy on 'off' days -- today I went for comfort! Just an old pair of soft lounge pants & my favorite Peanuts t-shirt from Urban Outfitters! (my sister nabbed it for me for only $5 since she knows I love Snoopy!)


hmmm...time for spring cleaning... :(

There is nothing better than lounging around w/ Darren, cooking up a big bubbling bowl of Beef Golden Curry, and watching the Olympics/playing videogames all day long. *happy sigh* Escaping the working world feels so good!

Image from thefoodaddict.com

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When I returned home, got a package in the mail from Daybeauty.com! Such speedy delivery -- it was here about exactly a week from ordering!

They were even kind enough to share a free sample of anti-wrinkle emulsion! I will have to see how to use it with the aid of a Korean friend :)

Ordered my staples ~ Darkness lashes:

• Kma6 - most natural of the batch, everyday defining look
  
• Kma7 - in between natural and dramatic
  
• Kma8 - Pretty & dramatic - spiky look *reviewed*
  
• Kma9 - Glamorous 'going out' look
  

Will post more pictures of them on later!

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♥***Super long distance hugs to Susie of Korean Sushi, For the Fierce, Jessica T, Naina of Enrapture, Dani of Let them Wear Gloss (cute name!), The One & Only Ekimura of A little bit of Eki & EkiLove, Adin_22 of Spoiled Rotten, Bunny girl, tkomulatta, Kimber-doll, & Beyond Me!***♥

SALE on Darkness Lashes @ Daybeauty.com!

Quickie post...

In regards to my tutorial/review of Kma8 Darkness lashes, they just recently went on Sale at Daybeauty.com -- 40% off!!!! If you go with the Kma series, that is basically $2.95 for 2 pairs of lashes = $1.48/lash pair. A *STEAL* if you ask me...I am stocking up!!! (Deal ends 2/12/10 - THIS FRIDAY)

Review: Kma8 lashes & tutorial + More excitement + gourmet burgers

**Kind of long post -- lots of pics!**

Starting off with exciting news: ♥Welcome♥ my 2 new princesses - Rena & gliteryeyesxx -- who by the way, is a sexy pharmacist in the making! Loves it. Best. career. ever. :D

Darkness lashes are seriously AWESOME -- if you like dramatic lashes, they are exactly that. No au naturale look here. You can find them if you have Korean stores around, but if not YAY for internet -- I buy mine from Daybeauty.com -- they sell Korean cosmetics and skincare and have a *HUGE* collection of false eyelashes to choose from. Also, their customer service is top notch -- once they mailed me the wrong pair of lashes, and sent me the correct one free of charge! (Got to keep the other pair!!!)

I have *just recently* gotten into wearing falsies again...it used to be such a hassle with the glue all up in my eye sockets and I was worried all the rubbing would = wrinkles. However, you have to do it the right way! It all comes down to the technique...everyone has their own way, but I will share mine with you because I ♥ the results.

Tip: Always put on eyeliner FIRST...it'll help blend the line of your real lashes with your fake lashes -- it is virtually impossible to do this easily once you have applied the falsies!

First you have to trim them down pretty substantially otherwise they don't blend well or look even somewhat believable.

I can't read Korean so my friend's Mom translated for me -- the yellow-capped tube is the SUPER STRONG glue and the white-capped tube is a weaker glue that does nada for me. If you want a good all-day hold, use the yellow-capped tube! Here is what my brand new spare set looks like -- goop free :D

Since the lashes are pretty stiff, bend them back and forth a few times so they'll sit more comfortably on your lids. Then spread a thin layer of glue on the back of the lashes. Let the glue sit for at least 20 seconds so it can get slightly tacky.

Then point falsies straight out at 90 degree angle from your open eye, slightly turning upwards to get extra 'lift'. Close your eyes slightly and gently press the lashes onto your eyelid, as close as you can get to your real lashes without actually touching your real lashes. Hold for a few seconds, then release!

Adjust lashes accordingly. Add glue at corners if necessary (I had to add my glue to inner corners) Excuse crazy eyebrows.

Before -- new haircut, no makeup, bald eyes :(

After: Voila! From zero lashes to va-va-voom flirt-with-me lashes!

So overall, these lashes might take some getting used to -- they are a bit heavier than a lot of standard lashes and they definitely aren't natural. I like the slightly spiky look since they come out nicely in pics :) They are about $5 for two pairs, are FDA approved (haha) and you can reuse them without having them lose their shape! However, you really have to use the special glue they come with -- my other lash glue (DUO) doesn't work at all. The band is a bit thicker and must be flexed a few times to sit on the eye comfortably. Definitely worth the money -- if you take care of them, they last quite awhile.

Also, just wanted to share my look of the day -- comfy cable-knit Abercrombie sweater from the local outlet ONLY $12!!! Also, skinny jeans by American Rag from Macy's.

My new Miss Sixty peacoat -- LOVE it. Do not underestimate the power of a nice coat -- makes you look put together somewhat, even if you aren't always dressed to the 9s.

Finally, I went to Red Robin for lunch today -- MAN, are their gourmet burgers tasty! I'll have to Yelp them later. I am a huge cheese fan, so I tried the delicious Bleu Ribbon Burger...mmmm onion straws!

Cute kitty on the wall wearing kitty-shaped sunglasses!

Can't decide what to get? Use their handy dandy food dice!

I always love the Hawaiian Heartthrob Smoothie - Not just because I ♥ Hawaii.

*Gumball machine!*

Workin' tomorrow -- good night... :)