Today we will talk about one of the most important products in a women's cosmetic bag - mascara.

Mascara is perhaps the most sought after product on the cosmetic market today. decorative cosmetics designed to emphasize, highlight and change the natural color of eyelashes. Mascara is produced in various forms: liquid, creamy and dry. It is also available in different shades and colors.

Mascara is designed to emphasize, increase the volume, shape and length of eyelashes. The most popular form of mascara release is tubes with a stick, at the end of which there is a brush applicator. The brush can be straight or curved, depending on the purpose of the mascara - to curl, thicken or lengthen the eyelashes.

Mascara ingredients typically include water, wax, forming particles, perfume, and preservatives. Some mascaras contain viscose or nylon fibers to lengthen the lashes.

Varieties of mascara

1. Mascara is waterproof (moisture resistant) and traditional (non-waterproof mascara). The first one is not afraid of snow, rain, or tears, it cannot be washed off with plain water, so they use it for make-up removal special agent for waterproof mascara. Ordinary non-waterproof mascara can be easily washed off with water, but it is impossible to go to the pool and not turn into a panda with it.

2. You can also find colored mascaras in the store. Green, blue, purple, gold, brown - for every taste and mood. But bright colored mascara should not be worn during the day, it is intended for holidays or other suitable occasions, with the exception of dark colors- brown, dark green.

3. Classification of mascara by effect.

Volumetric and ink with the effect of false eyelashes. Such mascara visually thickens each eyelash, thereby creating volume. Usually voluminous mascara has a large pile brush, with which an expressive look is obtained, ideal for sparse eyelashes.

-curling designed to create a spectacular curl of eyelashes. Often the brush of such a mascara is silicone. For curling eyelashes, you can also use special curling irons, then the effect of wide eyes will be obvious.

-lengthening mascara is suitable for owners of short eyelashes. In addition to traditional components, nylon and silk fibers are added to such mascara.

It is believed that the final result of eyelash coloring does not depend much on the mascara itself, the whole thing is in the right brush, which should “pick up” the product well and “give it away” well. What brush shape is best for applying mascara? What is the brush made of? And what is more important for giving eyelashes extra length and volume - the mascara formula or the shape of the brush for applying it? Let's look deep into the questions and deep into the bottle of mascara:o)

Makeup artists claim that 70% of success when applying makeup determined by the brush, or brush, with which mascara is applied. Most modern mascara wands are made from traditional plastic, as well as innovative silicone, elastomer, or rubber. Tassel from modern materials It is equipped with a more elastic pile, which is able to separate the cilia well and does not allow them to stick together. Thanks to this feature, eyelashes can not be combed after applying mascara.

Rubber and plastic mascara brushes

Separately, I would like to note the rubber and plastic brushes. Until recently, no one had heard of them, and now they have many varieties.

Classic silicone brush (like Masterpiece Max Factor and Chanel Inimitable ) won't make your eyelashes

Chanel Extracils

Maybelline Volume express turbo

Among the most successful recent inventions is ink Exceptionnel De Chanel , the brush of which is equipped with brushes (they pick up the right amount of mascara) and scallops (they distribute the mascara evenly from the roots to the tips).

New mascara Inimitable Intense by Chanel offers a high-tech flexible elastomer brush. Just a few movements - and your cilia are perfectly separated, long and fluffy.

ink Christian Dior Diorshow Iconic Mascara . The special shape of the brush and flexible elastomers allow you to create a truly three-dimensional makeup. Starting to model eyelashes one by one, from the base to the very tips, Diorshow Iconic Mascara gently wraps each eyelash in a spiral, lifts, curls and fixes them

New mascara Phenomen Eyes by Givenchy differs significantly from its own kind with a brush in the form of a ball. Now, following the example of professional makeup artists, you can hold the mascara vertically or diagonally, painting over and twisting the smallest eyelashes.

The small high-tech brush is a ball of ultra-flexible elastomer that ensures easy application of mascara and precise separation of lashes without a single clump. Eyelashes get extra volume, length and perfect curl. Strengthening formula protects lashes from falling out and improves them appearance. The result is high separation accuracy and a panoramic effect.

Which brush is right for you?

If your eyelashes are short and sparse, best of all they will be painted over with a rubber brush with a rare and thin bristle. Alternatively, you can buy mascara with an innovative round brush.

If your eyelashes are quite long, but you would like to increase their volume, The ideal choice would be a brush with sparse bristles - it will help distribute the mascara evenly along the entire length, which will make the eyelashes fluffy.

Short and thick eyelashes it is better to paint with a wide brush with frequent bristles.

If your eyelashes are long and thick, but do not curl up, but stick out with straight "peaks" - a curved brush with a twisting effect will help you. If you learn how to use it correctly, you will get the effect of false eyelashes.

soft eyelashes need a thick mascara and a good combing brush.

Hard eyelashes liquid mascara and a plastic brush, or fairly stiff bristles, are better.
rare eyelashes it is better to paint with thick ink, enveloping each hair and carefully separate them.
Long eyelashes it is better not to paint with mascara that has a lengthening effect, because. firstly, it will look sloppy, and secondly, the mascara will be imprinted on the eyelids.

Mascara: use it correctly

If you want to make eyelashes more voluminous and long, start coloring them from the roots, moving the brush from side to side.

During the application of the second layer, the brush should move from bottom to top, and to the very tips. 3-4 movements are enough to make your look irresistible. Do not forget about the cilia growing in the corners of the eyes - if they are carefully made up, the look will become radiant and radiant. For cilia in the corners of the eyes, it is more convenient to use thin and short brushes.

Necessarily use special combs for eyelashes. They help to distribute the mascara evenly along the entire length, get rid of lumps, separate stuck together cilia.

Little tricks:

• Before you start coloring your lashes, lightly powder them - thanks to this, the mascara will last longer without crumbling or smearing, no matter what. which brush did you choose?

• You should also apply eyeshadow base. This will reduce the fat content of the eyelids and the mascara will not spread when in contact with them. It is worth noting that for girls with oily eyelids, it is better not to use waterproof mascara, since the fat-soluble base spreads in contact with sebum. In this regard, conventional water-soluble mascaras will be more resistant.

Find your ideal brush among the best images mascara:

• Volumizing mascara with curl Chanel (France) Exceptionnel De Chanel
• Multidimensional mascara Chanel (France) Inimitable Intense
• An all-in-one lengthening mascara Clinique (USA) High Length Mascara
• Multifunctional mascara with a rotating brush and styling effect Dior (France) DiorShow 360 Mascara
• Mascara Panoramic Volume Givenchy (France) Phenomen'Eyes New Formula

According to cosmetic.ua

Before buying mascara, it is worth remembering that it is divided into 2 types depending on the composition:

• with a high content of wax and fatty substances;
• with high water content;

The mascara, which has a high water content, is usually thick in consistency, it lies on the eyelashes very easily and densely, gives a noticeable volume to the eyelashes. This mascara is just perfect for soft lashes. Using this mascara, you will quickly give your eyelashes the volume that you so desire.

The ink that contains a large number of wax and fatty substances has a more liquid consistency than the first type. It is well suited for thick lashes that are not easy to curl. Such mascara literally envelops the eyelashes without sticking them together, and dries quickly, but it is possible that it will crumble.

It is not difficult to understand which carcass of the two types listed above. You just need to apply the contents of the mascara on your hand and rub it lightly, where there will be an effect of an astringent consistency - this is mascara with a predominance of water; and if a creamy texture appears, it is a mascara with a high wax content. If already in this case you learn to understand well, then it will already be easier when choosing the mascara that you like.

Pay attention to mascara brushes

In addition to the composition of mascara, it is also important to pay attention to the shape of the brush, because in our time there are a great many of them, very different.

They are very diverse and each of them has its own purpose, in tandem with the composition of the native carcass, they either work wonders or vice versa.

Let's consider some of them:

• The standard and simplest brush with even bristles. This brush is recommended for soft eyelashes, it will help to give them volume and make them fluffy.
• Spiral brush. It is designed for any type of eyelashes, but it is especially great for coarse ones. This type of brush perfectly curls and separates the cilia, however, it will be difficult to separate very thin eyelashes.
• Eyelash brushes are also short and long. Short brushes are well suited for tinting eyelashes in the corners of the eyes, and long brushes perfectly paint over eyelashes completely, while the volume of eyelashes will be more noticeable.
• Combined brushes. This is when the bristles are long in the middle of the brush, and short on the sides, or vice versa. Such brushes must be purchased for those who want to get curled cilia as a result.

It is also worth remembering that mascara brushes are: silicone, rubber and even plastic. Such brushes have been advertised for a long time. But each of them has pros and cons.

For example, a silicone brush is able to perfectly separate eyelashes, but it cannot give a good volume and length.

Plastic brushes are rare and frequent, they must be selected according to the type of your eyelash density. After all, brushes with sparse bristles are unable to separate eyelashes well, they are more suitable for thick eyelashes. And brushes with frequent bristles do not curl eyelashes well.

With the tips you've read above and pinpointing your lash type, you're ready to head to the store for that mascara of yours!

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Today we will talk about one of the most important products in a women's cosmetic bag - mascara.

Mascara is perhaps the most sought-after product on the cosmetic market today - it is decorative cosmetics designed to emphasize, highlight and change the natural color of eyelashes.

Mascara is produced in various forms: liquid, creamy and dry. It is also available in different shades and colors.

Mascara is designed to emphasize, increase the volume, shape and length of eyelashes. The most popular form of mascara release is tubes with a stick, at the end of which there is a brush applicator. The brush can be straight or curved, depending on the purpose of the mascara - to curl, thicken or lengthen the eyelashes.

Mascara ingredients typically include water, wax, forming particles, perfume, and preservatives. Some mascaras contain viscose or nylon fibers to lengthen the lashes.

♦ Varieties of mascara

1. Mascara is waterproof (moisture resistant) and traditional (non-waterproof mascara). The first one is not afraid of snow, rain, or tears, it cannot be washed off with ordinary water, therefore, a special tool for waterproof mascara is used for make-up removal. Ordinary non-waterproof mascara can be easily washed off with water, but it is impossible to go to the pool and not turn into a panda with it.

2. You can also find colored mascaras in the store. Green, blue, purple, gold, brown - for every taste and mood. But bright colored mascara should not be worn during the day, it is intended for holidays or other suitable occasions, with the exception of dark colors - brown, dark green.

3. Classification of mascara by effect.

Volumetric and ink with the effect of false eyelashes. Such mascara visually thickens each eyelash, thereby creating volume. Usually voluminous mascara has a large pile brush, with which an expressive look is obtained, ideal for sparse eyelashes.

-curling designed to create a spectacular curl of eyelashes. Often the brush of such a mascara is silicone. For curling eyelashes, you can also use special curling irons, then the effect of wide eyes will be obvious.

-lengthening mascara is suitable for owners of short eyelashes. In addition to traditional components, nylon and silk fibers are added to such mascara.

It is believed that the final result of eyelash coloring does not depend much on the mascara itself, the whole thing is in the right brush, which should “pick up” the product well and “give it away” well. What brush shape is best for applying mascara? What is the brush made of? And what is more important for giving eyelashes extra length and volume - the mascara formula or the shape of the brush for applying it? Let's look deep into the questions and deep into the bottle of mascara:o)

Makeup artists claim that 70% of success in application is determined by the brush, or brush, with which mascara is applied. Most modern mascara wands are made from traditional plastic, as well as innovative silicone, elastomer, or rubber. A brush made of modern materials is equipped with a more elastic pile, which is able to separate the cilia well and does not allow them to stick together. Thanks to this feature, eyelashes can not be combed after applying mascara.

♦ Rubber and plastic mascara brushes

Separately, I would like to note the rubber and plastic brushes. Until recently, no one had heard of them, and now they have many varieties.

Classic silicone brush (like Masterpiece Max Factor and Chanel Inimitable ) won't make your eyelashes

Chanel Extracils

Maybelline Volume express turbo

Among the most successful recent inventions is ink Exceptionnel De Chanel , the brush of which is equipped with brushes (they pick up the right amount of mascara) and scallops (they distribute the mascara evenly from the roots to the tips).

New mascara Inimitable Intense by Chanel offers a high-tech flexible elastomer brush. Just a few movements - and your cilia are perfectly separated, long and fluffy.

ink Christian Dior Diorshow Iconic Mascara . The special shape of the brush and flexible elastomers allow you to create a truly three-dimensional makeup. Starting to model eyelashes one by one, from the base to the very tips, Diorshow Iconic Mascara gently wraps each eyelash in a spiral, lifts, curls and fixes them

New mascara Phenomen Eyes by Givenchy differs significantly from its own kind with a brush in the form of a ball. Now, following the example of professional makeup artists, you can hold the mascara vertically or diagonally, painting over and twisting the smallest eyelashes.

The small high-tech brush is a ball of ultra-flexible elastomer that ensures easy application of mascara and precise separation of lashes without a single clump. Eyelashes get extra volume, length and perfect curl. The strengthening formula protects lashes from falling out and enhances their appearance. The result is high separation accuracy and a panoramic effect.

♦ Which brush is right for you?

If your eyelashes are short and sparse, best of all they will be painted over with a rubber brush with a rare and thin bristle. Alternatively, you can buy mascara with an innovative round brush.

If your eyelashes are quite long, but you would like to increase their volume, The ideal choice would be a brush with sparse bristles - it will help distribute the mascara evenly along the entire length, which will make the eyelashes fluffy.

Short and thick eyelashes it is better to paint with a wide brush with frequent bristles.

If your eyelashes are long and thick, but do not curl up, but stick out with straight "peaks" - a curved brush with a twisting effect will help you. If you learn how to use it correctly, you will get the effect of false eyelashes.

soft eyelashes need a thick mascara and a good combing brush.

Hard eyelashes liquid mascara and a plastic brush, or fairly stiff bristles, are better.
rare eyelashes it is better to paint with thick ink, enveloping each hair and carefully separate them.
Long eyelashes it is better not to paint with mascara that has a lengthening effect, because. firstly, it will look sloppy, and secondly, the mascara will be imprinted on the eyelids.

♦ Mascara: use it right

If you want to make eyelashes more voluminous and long, start coloring them from the roots, moving the brush from side to side.

During the application of the second layer, the brush should move from bottom to top, and to the very tips. 3-4 movements are enough to make your look irresistible. Do not forget about the cilia growing in the corners of the eyes - if they are carefully made up, the look will become radiant and radiant. For cilia in the corners of the eyes, it is more convenient to use thin and short brushes.

Necessarily use special combs for eyelashes. They help to distribute the mascara evenly along the entire length, get rid of lumps, separate stuck together cilia.

Little tricks:

• Before you start coloring your lashes, lightly powder them - thanks to this, the mascara will last longer without crumbling or smearing, no matter what. which brush did you choose?

• You should also apply eyeshadow base. This will reduce the fat content of the eyelids and the mascara will not spread when in contact with them. It is worth noting that for girls with oily eyelids, it is better not to use waterproof mascara, since the fat-soluble base spreads in contact with sebum. In this regard, conventional water-soluble mascaras will be more resistant.

♦ Find your perfect brush among the best mascara looks:

• Volumizing mascara with curl Chanel (France) Exceptionnel De Chanel
• Multidimensional mascara Chanel (France) Inimitable Intense
• An all-in-one lengthening mascara Clinique (USA) High Length Mascara
• Multifunctional mascara with a rotating brush and styling effect Dior (France) DiorShow 360 Mascara
• Mascara Panoramic Volume Givenchy (France) Phenomen'Eyes New Formula
  according to cosmetic.ua

If you try to generalize all the existing forms of mascara brushes, you get a list of the order of several hundred. After all, each brand has its own secrets and a certain history in this area. Therefore, we will focus on those brushes that can be found now in stores. Although this list is unlikely to be complete. After all, only one Maybelline brand has this moment(in the Autumn 2012 season) 18 varieties of mascara are on sale.

1. Sphere (ball)

Proposed for the first time Givenchy , this form of tassel has found followers in other brands. Because this form allows you to do something incredible with eyelashes. Length like false eyelashes! Perfect for cat-eye makeup, when the length of the eyelashes from the outer corner of the eye needs to support a rich eyeliner graphics. The only downside is that it takes a little time to get used to the brush in the form of a ball.

There is mascara L "Oreal Paris Telescopic Explosion Mascara , the tip in the form of a sphere is Benefit They're Real Mascara and It Cosmetics Hello Lashes! Mascara . By the way, the last two brushes are new trend- so say makeup artists.

2. Heart

Bestseller from Maybelline , ink Great Lash Mascara got a new version this year Lots of Lashes . This form of brush before Maybelline has never been offered by anyone. This is the absolute novelty of the season. If you're looking for length and separation for your lashes, then this silicone brush is for you. best friend.

3. No bristles

And again, the Givenchy innovation, which has found continuation in the beauty industry. At the mascara brush Givenchy Demesure Audacious Lashes Mascara there are no bristles like brushes we are used to, there is a thick corrugated applicator. It allows you to create volume at the base of the eyelashes, and the sharp tip will help you work on clumps and separation. ink Clarins Instant Definition Mascara - in appearance, with a standard brush, but at the tip - a stick with practically no bristles, which helps to work out the most difficult-to-reach eyelashes.

4. Hourglass

This is one of my favorite brush shapes. It gives the eyelashes not only volume, but also lifts them. Some complain that such a brush in the center quickly becomes a little sticky. Don't worry, this can be avoided by keeping the brush clean and wiping off excess mascara on a tissue before each application.

5. Applicator brush

This is a very unusual eyelash brush, it looks more like a lip gloss applicator or a brush than a brush. This is understandable. The purpose of the product is to create the effect of shiny, wet eyelashes. ink Hourglass Film Noir Lash Lacquer - this is a gloss for eyelashes - can be used over an already applied pigment, or as a standalone product, emphasizing your natural shade of eyelashes. The brush creates a certain film on each eyelash, which thickens the hair and makes it smoother and shinier.

6. Curved brush

All curved brushes in the form of an arc, whether bristle, nylon or silicone, are designed for the effect of curved, curled eyelashes. There are spoon brushes that have asymmetrical bristles (like Volume Express Wingstripe from Maybelline ), there are completely round brushes, only curved in the form of an arc. There are other bizarre curves - for example, in the form of the letter "S", like ink LASH STILETTO Voluptous from Maybelline .

7. Brush-comb

Brushes-combs are designed to lengthen and separate lashes. They can be straight, they can be curved, like Clinique (High Length Mascara ).

8. Corkscrew, or spiral

If you are looking for length and volume for eyelashes, then a corkscrew brush will do. Nylon bristles are able to hold enough mascara to cover each lash with quality and add volume. A budget option Revlon Fabulash . There are also advanced "spirals" - for example, such as Too Faced Queen Mascara and Diorshow 360 Mascara , both brushes are double helix: short bristles grab a lot of mascara for volume at the base, while long bristles add length to each lash. In addition, the brush Diorshow 360 rotates in two directions, providing a completely complete staining.

9. Curved spiral

This is a mix of brushes No. 6 and 8. Fairydrops Scandal Queen Mascara was created by a Japanese TV star, the purpose of the mascara is not only to create a curl and curl the cilia, but also to add volume. And such a bizarre shape should cope with the most naughty and straight eyelashes. Adds length.

10. Maxi

Tassels large sizes, as a rule, have a lot of multidirectional bristles, which ensures maximum capture of the cilia from all sides, giving it a three-dimensional volume. Pros work at shows mostly with such big brushes. One of the fresh novelties of the autumn season is mascara Volume Express Pure Volume Black Silk from Maybelline (Volum'Express One by One Satin Black ). Three bristles “work” for each bristle at once!

Most women will name mascara as their favorite. cosmetic. But if you ask about a specific brand or even about concrete form mascara - the debate will begin. One of the most difficult moments in choosing the perfect mascara will be the brush hidden inside the bottle. What brush shape is best for applying mascara? What is the brush made of? And what is more important for giving eyelashes extra length and volume - the mascara formula or the shape of the brush for applying it? Let's look deep into the questions and deep into the bottle of mascara.

Mascara: composition, texture, brush

The quality of the carcass depends on many factors. Of course, its composition, texture and color are very important. Curling mascara contains polymers in its composition - after drying, they tighten the eyelashes, due to which a curling effect is achieved: the best examples mascara it is comparable to using an eyelash curler.

Volumizing mascara consists of enveloping particles and moisturizing ingredients - after contact with the eyelashes, they swell, making the eyelashes more fluffy.

Lengthening mascara, in addition to all this, contains the smallest villi that “build up” each eyelash and make it longer.

However, makeup artists claim that 70% of success in applying makeup is determined by the brush, or brush, with which mascara is applied. Most modern mascara wands are made from traditional plastic, as well as innovative silicone, elastomer, or rubber. A brush made of modern materials is equipped with a more elastic pile, which is able to separate the cilia well and does not allow them to stick together. Thanks to this feature, eyelashes can not be combed after applying mascara.

Mascara: the shape of the brush is the most important thing!

The effect you get depends on the shape of the brush in your mascara.

• The brush, on which the bristles are arranged in a spiral, is most often used to lengthen the eyelashes.
• A brush-like brush with thick, even bristles for increased volume.
• A straight brush helps to properly paint over the cilia in the corners of the eyes.
• Curved brush with short bristles for a curling effect.
• Brush with very thick bristles various lengths allows you to evenly paint over the eyelashes along the entire length.
• The cone shaped brush is good way paint over the outer corner of the eye, which means getting spectacular "cat's" eyes.
• The spindle-shaped brush is not very convenient for applying mascara, but with its help you can gently comb the cilia.

Modern manufacturers invent and produce more and more amazing brushes that enrich mascara with new qualities. Now you can buy one mascara with several effects, which are achieved through applicator brushes. New compounds are now applied with completely unusual and incredible brushes:

• Flexible a brush made of rubber, silicone or elastomer will evenly paint over each eyelash, after applying such a brush you will not see a single lump.
• Round the brush-brush, according to the manufacturers, is designed for the most convenient application of mascara. True, if you are not used to such a brush, it will not seem very convenient for you, but after a short workout, you will surely appreciate its undoubted advantages.
• vibrating The brush, whose oscillation speed is 7000 per minute, will give the eyelashes volume, bend and length at the same time, and in addition, such a brush is a guarantee of even distribution of mascara. To achieve the desired effect, you just need to press the button and slowly move the brush from the roots of the eyelashes to their tips.

Among the most successful recent inventions is the Exceptionnel De Chanel mascara, the brush of which is equipped with brushes (they pick up the right amount of mascara) and combs (they distribute the mascara evenly from the roots to the tips).

Chanel's new Inimitable Intense mascara features a high-tech wand made from flexible elastomer. Just a few movements - and your cilia are perfectly separated, long and fluffy.

Which brush is right for you?

If your eyelashes are short and sparse, it is best to paint them with a rubber brush with a rare and thin bristle. Alternatively, you can buy mascara with an innovative round brush.

If your eyelashes are quite long, but you would like to increase their volume, the ideal choice would be a brush with sparse bristles - it will help to distribute the mascara evenly along the entire length, which will make the eyelashes fluffy.

Short and thick eyelashes it is better to paint with a wide brush with frequent bristles.

If your eyelashes are long and thick, but do not curl up, but stick out with straight "peaks" - a curved brush with a twisting effect will help you. If you learn how to use it correctly, you will get the effect of false eyelashes.

Mascara: use it correctly

If you want to make eyelashes more voluminous and long, start coloring them from the roots, moving the brush from side to side.

During the application of the second layer, the brush should move from bottom to top, and to the very tips. 3-4 movements are enough to make your look irresistible. Do not forget about the cilia growing in the corners of the eyes - if they are carefully made up, the look will become radiant and radiant. For cilia in the corners of the eyes, it is more convenient to use thin and short brushes.

Be sure to use special combs for eyelashes. They help to distribute the mascara evenly along the entire length, get rid of lumps, separate stuck together cilia.

A little trick: before you start coloring your eyelashes, lightly powder them - thanks to this, the mascara will last longer without flaking or smearing, no matter what. which brush did you choose?

The best mascara:

• Volumizing mascara with curl Chanel Exceptionnel De Chanel
• Multidimensional mascara Chanel Inimitable Intense
• An all-in-one lengthening mascara Clinique High Length Mascara
• Multifunctional mascara with a rotating brush and styling effect Dior DiorShow 360 Mascara
• Mascara Panoramic Volume Givenchy Phenomen"Eyes New Formula