Mascara is a cosmetic that has been used for
thousands of years. It was originally made
from soot or charcoal. These are banned in
the United States and only natural and
inorganic pigments are permitted. Carbon
black for black pigments, ultramarine blue
provides blue colors and iron oxide for
brown.

For beautiful better looking lashes, nothing
beats a few coats of mascara. The brand is
not important, pick the type of brush that’s
best for you. Make sure to get the blackest
black available. Apply to the top and bottom
of lashes and reapply several times.

Some ingredients have oils such as mineral oil,
lanolin and linseed oil as a base. Waxes such
as beeswax, paraffin and carnauba are included
in combination to the oil. Lotions will have
stearic acid which is a solid fatty acid. Each
manufacturer has its own way of putting these
ingredients together. Each products is made by
combining water and thickness to make a lotion
or cream base and pigment is added later.

When applying mascara, first brush on an oil free
powder foundation over the lashes and then apply
your favorite product. When this dries, apply a
second coat. This provides a longer lasting
thicker look.

Do not use a waterproof cosmetic every day. They
are hard to remove and can pull out your lashes.
Use a cotton swab that is dampened with warm
water. Put Vaseline or baby oil on the end and
rub to remove from lashes. Never use soap as it
can get in your eye and burn you. Waterproof
products can damage eyelashes making them look
thinner and more sparse.

Check carefully to find a color that is three
shades darker than your natural hair color.
Experiment with different products and colors
to find which are best suited to you. Remember
mascara only looks unreal when it isn’t done
right.