12 Best False Lashes for a Fluttery Finish

Material: Premium synthetic fibers | Reusable: No, but each set lasts up to 10 days

Best False Lashes for Beginners: Glamnetic Half Lashes

Why It's Worth It: If you're a fan of Glamnetic's press-on nails, we have a feeling you'll be into their lashes. The foolproof Glamnetic Half Lashes feature a trimmable band with magnet technology for a glue-free, mess-free experience. It's a shorter lash that boosts any look without too much pizzazz. Just keep in mind you'll need a magnetic liner to apply these, which is easy to use, especially for first-timers.

Material: Synthetic fiber | Reusable: Yes, up to 60 uses

Best Natural False Lashes: Static Lashes Brown Natural

Why It's Worth It: When a look calls for a more natural-looking lash, we reach for the falsies from Static Lashes, the lash division of Static Nails. The staggered hair lengths of this set blend seamlessly into your actual eyelashes with the help of a quick swipe from the accompanying magnetic eyeliner. The 2023 Best of Beauty Award winner features ten tiny but strong magnets to keep your lashes locked and loaded.

Material: Synthetic fibers | Reusable: Yes, up to 30 uses

Best Dramatic False Lashes: Kiss Lash Couture The Muses Collection

Why It's Worth It: For the eyelash drama queens, a pair of lashes from Kiss's Lash Couture The Muses collection are your keys to the castle. They mimic the effects of lash extensions without the effects on your wallet. The durable weave of the lashes is inspired by the tie of a corset to achieve the royal-core look of your dreams. Pictured above is the Noblesse, which adds oomph without sacrificing softness.

Material: Faux silk | Reusable: Yes, number of uses not specified

Best False Lash Clusters: Ardell Naked Press On Soft Volume

Why It's Worth It: "Call me old-fashioned, but I still love Ardell lashes the best," says Los Angeles-based makeup artist Katie Mellinger. And her reasons are valid. "They're reasonably priced and cruelty-free, so they're appropriate for everyone." Take your pick, but we especially love the Naked Press On Soft Volume extensions. Each 30-pack of pre-glued underlash extensions boosts drama while maintaining a relatively natural look.

Material: Faux mink fur | Reusable: Yes, number of uses not specified

Best Magnetic False Lashes: Doe Lashes Dream Lash Duo

Why It's Worth It: Get Bambi-level lashes with this Dream Lash Duo set from Doe. Here, you'll get two of the brand's best-selling sets: the everyday-wear Love Spell and the ultra-wispy Misty-Eyed. The magnetic lashes are made with vegan silk and have ten magnets to keep them in place all day long. If you're just entering the falsies game, Doe offers a handy quiz to help you figure out which lashes best fit your lids and needs.

Material: Korean silk fiber | Reusable: Yes, 16 or more uses

Best Barely-There False Lashes: LoveSeen Levi False Eyelashes

Why It's Worth It: Go for the LoveSeen Levi False Eyelashes if you already have full-ish lashes (we're jealous) and need a little boost at the corners of your eyes. Less is more with these, which add a cat-eye effect to the outer corner of your eye—eyeliner or no eyeliner. The set can last up to 10 wears as long as you're not too hard on them. Keep in mind, though, that the lash glue and our lash tool are sold separately.

Material: Synthetic nylon lashes | Reusable: Yes, up to 10 uses

Best Lightweight False Lashes: House of Lashes Iconic Lite False Lashes

Why It's Worth It: The House of Lashes Iconic Lite False Lashes serve a dramatic look, but the beauty of this single set is that these strip lashes are lightweight and feathery enough for everyday wear. These thick, long lashes are a slimmed-down version of the brand's original Iconic Lashes with a thin, wearable lash band that won't weigh your lids down. The two layers of long synthetic fibers are crafted in a V-formation shape with a natural but intense criss-cross pattern.

Material: Faux mink fibers | Reusable: Yes, 15 or more uses

Best Brown False Lashes: MAC 36 Lash

Why It's Worth It: If you're looking for a backstage-at-fashion-week vibe, one of the best false eyelash sets around is the MAC 36 Lash. This set of falsies features teeny bushels of synthetic fibers that angle outward to create an alluring, all-around fuller, wispy-yet-voluminous, and doe-eyed look. If you take good care of these chestnut brown lashes, you'll be able to wear them over and over. And over.

Material: Faux mink fur | Reusable: Yes, number of uses not specified

Best Soft False Lashes: Lilly Lashes Lite Faux Mink Lashes

Why It's Worth It: Available in four different styles, the Lilly Lashes Lite Faux Mink Lashes are beloved for their super soft hair and strong band. You can find the above style, Diamonds, at Ulta Beauty. It's a round, natural style that compliments hooded, upturned, and almond-shaped eye shapes. If that doesn't sound like you, check out the Miami style, another round lash that the brand says complements most eye shapes.

Material: Faux mink fur | Reusable: Yes, up to 25 uses

Best Faux Mink False Lashes: Velour The Effortless Collection

Why It's Worth It: The flexible silk band on the Velour The Effortless Collection is hard to compete with, so we awarded them a 2020 Best of Beauty Award. These falsies are designed to fit every lash line, requiring no measuring or trimming. Pictured here is the style Would I Lie? a naturally flared lash that elevates any vibe—whether you're going for a subtle or full-on glam makeup look. Plus, these are super lightweight and the crisscrossed design helps them appear more like your natural hairs.

Material: Faux mink | Reusable: Yes, 25 or more uses

Best False Lashes for Extensions: Lashify Control Kit

Why It's Worth It: Lashify application can look daunting, but according to New York City-based makeup artist Nam Vo, it's the way to go. "This system is one of the most innovative products of our time," she says. "It takes up zero space on my actual eyelid and doesn't take away from the makeup because it's all tucked away under." Just apply the Bond to each false lash, and attach it to your natural lash from underneath for that DIY enviable eyelash extension look without having to go to the salon.

Former digital beauty editor Sable Young also sang the praises of Lashify. "I was so impressed with how natural these look, she said in her review. "Trust me, I blinked super hard, crinkling my eyes to give them the squeeze test and they didn't budge or feel weird at all."

Material: Synthetic fibers | Reusable: Yes, up to a week

Frequently Asked Questions

When false lashes hit the scene at the end of the 19th century, they were mainly made of human hair and mink fur. But today, as manufacturers embrace cruelty-free beauty practices, the vast majority of fake eyelashes are vegan. "[False lashes are] usually made from synthetic fiber, silk, or mink—which is less common now since it's from an animal. You can find some made from human hair, too," cosmetic chemist Ginger King explains. Synthetics aim to recreate the feel and effect of mink fur, human hair, or, in some cases, silk.

It's always best to read the product label/ingredients or request more information from the brand if you want to confirm the composition of false lashes or have known allergies to synthetic materials.

The short answer is yes. False lashes are safe (and fun) when you're mindful about cleaning, application, frequency of use, and your skin's allergies and sensitivities. King explains, "They are safe provided the assembly of the hair does not fall into the eyes, and the adhesive used does not cause an allergic reaction to the eyelids." Check the ingredients of the lash adhesive or magnetic liner before applying it to your lid, and exercise caution when using applicator tools, like tweezers, near your eye.

Many false lashes can be worn multiple times, but clean them before reusing them—especially if you added mascara the first time around. "If you've applied a little mascara to your lashes while you had your false lashes on, I like to use a clean spoolie dipped in micellar water and slowly comb the lashes out. Micellar water will help break down the mascara, ensuring every last bit of it is removed from your falsies," says New York City-based makeup artist Meghan Nguy.

If applying false lashes is daunting, you're not alone—even if falsies have evolved since their gluey, gloppy origins. Joanna Simkin, a celebrity makeup artist, took former Allure editor Sable Yong through the falsie application steps, which we've summarized below.

Get everything lined up and ready to go—falsies, tweezers, eyeliner, glue, mirror, etc.

Measure the falsies against your actual eyelid and figure out where to trim off the excess.

Line the inside of the falsie with not-too-much-not-too-little glue and let it rest for about 30 seconds or until it feels tacky. Pro tip: Bend your lashes to make the ends touch, so they have fewer chances of lifting.

Place your mirror under your face at a perpendicular angle before looking down, allowing peak clarity for observing your eyelid and helping you to place the strip more easily and comfortably.

Once the falsies are on, Simkin recommends applying liquid eyeliner (only where you need to!) to camouflage and blend the falsie bands into your lash line.

• Katie Mellinger, a Los Angeles-based makeup artist
• Nam Vo, a New York City-based makeup artist
• Ginger King, a cosmetic chemist
• Meghan Nguy, a New York City-based makeup artist
• Joanna Simkin, a Los Angeles-based celebrity makeup artist

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For our review of the best false lashes, we enlisted the help of multiple editors, writers, and contributors—who all have different eye shapes, style preferences, and experience with false lashes. Testers considered factors including material and reusability when picking false lashes that best fit their needs. For more on what's involved in our reporting, check out our complete reviews process and methodology page.

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