Mascara on Straight Lashes: Why More Product Can Drop the Curl
Straight lashes often lose curl when mascara adds too much weight. Use a clean curl, thinner coats and strategic placement before adding more product.
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Straight lashes often lose curl when mascara adds too much weight. Use a clean curl, thinner coats and strategic placement before adding more product.
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