How to Curl Eyelashes Without a Machine

Eyelash curlers can damage or lose your lashes, so stock up on new tips for voluminous lashes. You don’t need to use an eyelash curler to get curled lashes for a long time. Try using a spoon, mascara or using an all-natural aloe vera gel. Either way, using heat will help your lashes curl longer.

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Curling lashes with a spoon

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Use a clean spoon. You’re better off using a teaspoon, not a larger one. Make sure that the size of the spoon fits the eye so that the curvature of the spoon matches the curvature of the eyelid.

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Place the spoon in the hot water. The heating of the metal transfers heat to the lashes and helps curl them. This is like an iron acting on your eyelashes. Dry the spoon after heating.

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Place the spoon on the eyelid. Place the spoon horizontally and gently press against the eyelid. Apply the outer side of the spoon to the eyelids, the inner side facing out. Align the edge of the spatula with the upper lash line. ^{[1] X Research Source}

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Apply eyelashes to the curve of the spoon. Use your fingers to gently press the lashes against the edge and inside of the spatula. Hold for 30 seconds. ^{[2] X Research Source}

Check the curvature you just created. If you want to curl your lashes, repeat the above process and hold for 30 seconds. You can also apply this to the lower lashes.
Repeat the above procedure for the other eye. You need to heat the spoon one more time.

Use cotton swabs and mascara

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Apply mascara as you normally would. One or two coats is up to your preference. Don’t wait for the mascara to dry, continue with the step below while the lashes are still wet; This helps keep the curvature longer.

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Use the stem of the cotton swab to push your lashes upward. Hold the cotton swab horizontally across the eye, pushing and holding the eyelashes to curl up. You can also use a nail file or a long, thin tool to curl your lashes up.

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Hold the position for at least 30 seconds. During this time, the mascara will dry and help the lashes retain their curled shape. ^{[4] X Research Sources}

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Fix the curvature with a hair dryer. Use warm heat and keep the dryer at least 15cm away from your face. Turn on the dryer on the lightest setting and dry the mascara to fix the curl longer.

Do not turn the dryer on too hot. Hot air will hurt your eyes.
If you are satisfied with the results after the mascara dries, you may not need to use the dryer.

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Repeat the above steps for the lower eyelid and the other eye. Please be patient to hold the cotton swab in place. Do not release until the mascara is completely dry and the curl is fixed. ^{[5] X Research Sources}

Use your fingers

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Start doing it without applying mascara. Make sure your eyelashes are clean so that they don’t smudge.

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Warm up your fingers. You can soak your fingers in warm water for about 1 minute or rub your fingers together to create heat.

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Push the eyelashes upwards. Use your index finger to push the eyelashes against the upper eyelid. Hold the position for at least 30 seconds. Repeat the above procedure for the lower eyelid and the other eye.

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Apply 2 coats of mascara to keep the curl. Brush the lashes carefully from the inside out, from root to tip. Be gentle so as not to straighten the lashes.

Fix the curvature with aloe vera gel

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Use your middle finger to take a small amount of aloe vera gel. Gently rub the middle finger with your thumb to help spread and warm the aloe vera gel.

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Apply aloe vera gel to your eyelashes. Hold your thumb under your eyelashes and gently close your eyes. Hold the lashes firmly and gently stroke them with your fingers. Repeat several times to ensure that the gel has fully adhered to the eyelashes.

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Push lashes upwards to create curl. Place your index finger horizontally underneath the lashes and push them up to the lid. Hold in place for at least 30 seconds until the aloe vera gel dries. Repeat for the lower eyelid and the other eye.

Curvature will be kept longer if you hold the eyelashes in place and then gently blow dry in one pass. Use a gentle drying setting, do not overheat.
After the gel has dried, you can apply more mascara if desired.

Advice

Do not abuse the heating of eyelashes; This will be dangerous to your eyes.
Do not use a hair dryer to heat metal because there is a risk that you will get burned.
Brushing on the lashes at the bottom of the eye more than elsewhere will create an “angel wings” effect.
You can also use your hands to curl your lashes. Hands are usually warmer than fingertips, but not as meticulous.
Try not to let aloe vera gel get into your eyes to avoid damage to your eyes.
If you use your fingers to curl your lashes, make sure your hands are clean before doing so.
Make sure that your fingers, spoon or mascara do not touch your eyes to avoid danger to the eyes.
You can also use Vaseline and remember not to take too much; otherwise, this substance will stick to the eyes and affect vision. Use the same way you would apply aloe vera gel.
When applying mascara, be careful not to let the tip stick to the lid and smudge the lashes.

Warning

Always wash your hands thoroughly before touching parts of the eyes. Bacteria can get in and lead to an infection.

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