Unlike classic faux lashes, which are glued along the top of the lash line, Lashify's signature individual gossamer lashes are glued unnoticeably to the underside of the natural lash line for realistic-looking length. The control kit includes everything you need to get started, including the brand's exclusive glue, faux lashes, application wand, and sealant to prolong the look. When applied correctly, Lashify's full set of lashes lasts up to a week, just like eyelash extensions.

I like to think I'm pretty proficient when it comes to most beauty trends. But somehow, I've never been able to put on false lashes, and despite studying YouTube tutorials, every time I take strips or individual lashes, they always fall off by the end of the night. But I like my lashes fluttered and fanned out. I considered booking professional extensions, but the horror stories of eyelash damage and the pure annoyance of having to go in for maintenance every two weeks kept me home. So I've been dealing with mascara every day, envying (and being disappointed by) those who can dexterously apply false eyelashes.

When the Lasify Control Kit arrived in my possession, I looked at it sadly, knowing I would never be able to use it. And the first two times I tried it, it failed spectacularly. There is definitely a learning curve to make these lashes look natural, wear comfortably, and last more than one night. I was lucky enough to have a personal consultation with the Lashify team, which was a great experience.

Here are a few secrets that make applying these lashes a piece of cake:

1. Run the brush through bare, clean lashes with the tip of the Whisper Light Glue mascara wand, just like regular mascara.

2. Apply two coats of glue, focusing on the base of the natural lashes. Wiggle the glue there to really deposit it.

3. at the opposite end of the glue (looks like classic lash glue), draw a line across the underside of the lash, from the inner to the outer corner.

4. choose your favorite gossamer lash, carefully place it on the underside of the lash, and use a fuse control wand to sandwich the faux lash between the natural lash and the faux lash. Personally, I find it easier to work from the inner corner outward.

5. Once the full set is attached, use the fuse tool to pinch the entire lash once more and apply glass sealant to remove any sticky adhesive and add shine to the lashes.

There are plenty of videos to help visualize the process. But the result is to make your lashes look better and last longer without damaging the natural set; to make Lashifys last longer, I avoid using oil cleansers on my lash line and sleep with a silk eye mask to keep them from falling out in the middle of the night. These are not real eyelash extensions, so if you choose to remove them, or if the glue simply runs out, they will come off. But the good news is that once that happens, once you learn the technique, you can easily reapply them and have gorgeous lashes again.