How to achieve that stand-out eyelashes look

Frances Wright has an eye-opening experience while trying out a new eyelash treatment.

I religiously curl my eyelashes every morning in a desperate attempt to look like I’ve had enough sleep, so the idea of a treatment that could make me look awake for up to 12 weeks without the daily faff was very appealing.

The treatment uses a silicone solution to turn the lashes upwards and enhance their height and volume, while also lengthening them, and can last three months.

The process took an hour in total, with the top and bottom lashes tended to separately, but it is a relaxing experience as your eyes remain closed the entire time — with the additional bonus of a head massage as the lashes are left to set.

It’s two weeks since I had the treatment and I haven’t needed to curl my eyelashes or smother them in mascara since. I’ve never looked more awake.

* Yumi Lashes, €99, available at salons nationwide.

QUICK FIX

It would seem the so-called ‘have it all generation’ — those aged between 30 and 39 — are feeling pretty exhausted.

According to a survey by Eylure, more than two-thirds of women in that age group would like to look more rested, and over 40% think they look tired every single day. The answer? Eylure recommends wearing a pair of their false lashes for a quick-fix wide-eyed look.

WATCH OUT FOR

It’s that time of year when Boots release a brand new Star Gift — all perfect for presents. Look out for the Ted Baker Brilliance Of Beauty set — a two-tier cosmetics case with pull-out drawers and a mirror, containing lip and cheek tint, lip gloss, eyeliner, nail polish, mascara, eyelash curlers, eyeshadows, brushes, blusher compact, and lipstick — for a bargain €31 (normally €62), saving you a whopping 50%. While stocks last.

BUY IT NOW

Isn’t it devastating when a limited edition product you adore comes to the end of its run? Well, you’ve now one less lippy to worry about, because Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil, €19, Debenhams, is now part of the brand’s permanent collection. The hazelnut oil infused super-soother comes in Honey and Raspberry shades.