If eyes are the windows to the soul, what do yours say about you?
The beauty industry is filled with products, treatments, and solutions designed to enhance your eye area. From bold eyeshadows and kohl pencils to lengthening mascaras and salon services like eyelash extensions, there’s no shortage of trends to try.
If you’ve already invested in extensions, one of the easiest ways to make your look last is to simply apply a lash decal or two! These innovative stickers work exactly as they sound. You simply adhere them to the fibers to instantly jazz them up.
Intrigued? Today, we’re sharing nine creative styles to try when you’re ready to take the leap!
What Are Lash Decals?
Lash decals are tiny, super-cute stickers that you can apply directly to your eyelash extensions. Most are made from either pure vinyl or a special type of hologram vinyl.
To apply them, your lash artist will first apply a small amount of glue to the back of the decal. Then, they will stick the decal directly onto your lash. Some artists can use their fingertips to perform this step, while others prefer tweezers.
While applying lash decals might sound like an easy task, the stickers are ultra-tiny and require expert precision to use. If you don’t place them correctly, they could easily slide off. A professional lash artist will know how to apply the ideal amount of pressure to make sure they last. They can also combine different decals to give you the look you want, such as placing two sides of a heart together or spelling out a word.
1. Hearts
If you’re looking for cute eyelash details, you can’t go wrong with hearts. The ultimate symbol of femininity and love, these are available in any color under the rainbow, and look adorable hanging onto your gorgeous lashes.
For a minimalistic look, add a single one to a lash near the outer corner of your eye. If you want to get a little bolder, you can add a few different ones in corresponding colors. While this might be the month of love, these will look great even beyond Valentine’s Day!
2. Letters
Want to send a not-so-subtle message? Spell out a word using lettered lash decals! To keep your appearance clean and make sure the message is easy to read, we suggest choosing a simple one like L-O-V-E.
Your lash artist can apply the decals near the bottom of your lashes, close to your lash line. This way, the letters will be visible as you talk, and you won’t have to close your eyes for people to read them.
3. Geometric Shapes
With so many eyelash extension options and decals to choose from, opting for basic geometric shapes might sound overly simple. However, you’ll be surprised at the dramatic difference they can make!
From circles and squares to diamonds, there are lots of shapes to browse. Choose a few that you love and place them strategically around your lashes for an unexpected twist.
4. Stars
Want to surround yourself with the majestic, mysterious symbols of the constellations? Star-shaped lash decals are a magical choice! These give you a slightly bolder look, but they’re still small and dainty enough to be sweet.
If possible, look for decals in gold or silver, with a holographic or shimmery touch. This way, you can take the beauty of the night sky with you wherever you go!
5. Colored Lashes
One of the coolest trends is to apply strips of color to your eyelash extensions. These look more like actual lashes than most decals do. For instance, you might choose one decal in every basic color, then add them on top of your fibers.
This is the easiest way to achieve the look of rainbow lashes! While the final look is incredible, these decals require more care than others because there are so many of them applied at once.
6. Butterflies
Is there anything sweeter than a pale yellow butterfly moving effortlessly from one flower to the next? These are the ultimate signs of springtime, sunshine, and warmth and you can look at them every day by adding them to your lashes!
For the best effect, stick to one or two per eye, and perch them lightly on the tip of your lashes. You’ll need your lash artist by your side to make sure the decals adhere tightly in this position.
7. Pairs of Lips
Hearts might send a gentle message of love and sensuality, but lips take it to the next level! On this smaller scale, they’re flirty and adorable without seeming too over-the-top. While some decals look best on their own or in sets of two, these stand out when you add them all in a row.
Stick with red or pink shades to make them look more realistic, and have a little fun with this one!
8. Flowers
Flower lash decals come in many different shapes and sizes. Some are simple buds or rosettes, while others include a stem, leaves, and even a little faux grass underneath. Feel free to go as big as you’d like, but keep in mind that more intricate ones can be harder to maintain.
These decals look especially neat paired with similar shapes, such as butterflies!
9. Spiked Lashes
Our final pick actually changes the shape of your lashes themselves! Instead of adorning your extensions with cute symbols, why not add spiked lashes to give your entire eye a deeper and more dramatic look?
By adding a few to each eye, you’ll instantly feel (and look) more like a rockstar. Choose a jet-black shade for the ultimate makeover.
Ask Your Salon About Lash Decal Options
Today, there are many different ways to beautify your appearance and stand out from the crowd. If you enjoy sprucing up your eyes, then ask your local salon about the different lash decal options they carry.
This is a quick, affordable way to enhance the look of your extensions and turn heads for all the right reasons. Once yours are on, come back to our site for more beauty tips in our Lifestyle section!
