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Would you prefer to get lashes done or nails?

44 replies

MsMiaWallace · 22/07/2022 09:57

If you can only afford x1, which one?

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Suzi888 · 22/07/2022 10:00

Nails. I notice someone’s hands more than eyelashes.
Plus there’s mascara, lash fibres etc

MsMiaWallace · 22/07/2022 10:02

Good point. But get lashes done & no need for mascara, much make up...

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OneForTheRoadThen · 22/07/2022 10:03

Lashes definitely. I had the same choice and chose lashes, I just feel weird without them now. Also mascara really irritates my eyes. I'm fed up with the damage from getting my nails done too so it was an easy decision for me

MissStarry · 22/07/2022 10:32

Nails, but I have long eyelashes and always wear lash primer and mascara so they’re still pretty bold (just much more time consuming).

I’m awful at doing my own nails, chip any polish immediately etc so have gels - I like the variety that nails give with different colours and finishes.

Nails feels more like an accessory/finishing touch, whereas mascara is vital.

I can get a good result with mascara but not with nails so pay professionals for the latter!

MsMiaWallace · 22/07/2022 11:14

I love having my nails done but I also love having lashes done so it's tricky. Both for infiils cost around the same too.

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Fluffycloudland77 · 22/07/2022 15:58

Nails but I’d choose a CND salon and check the lamp matched the polish.

TomBradysLeftKneecap · 22/07/2022 16:00

Nails as I think most eyelash enhancers look silly. That’s going to be one of the styles people look back on and think, “That was weird”.

MrMrsJones · 22/07/2022 16:01

Lashes

DogsAndGin · 22/07/2022 16:10

Nails. Fake lashes look OTT in my opinion

Iamclearlyamug · 22/07/2022 16:28

I have both done every 3 weeks but if I had to choose I'd keep my lashes - I literally don't need to bother with makeup if I have them on. I love my nails but they're not as "useful" as my lashes

SeanMean · 22/07/2022 16:31

Nails. Not a huge fan of the false eyelash look.

RicitosdeOro · 22/07/2022 17:37

How much do you have to spend? I do my own gel nails and for a treat / change I now use Lovon Lashes which I apply myself under my normal lashes.

They are super easy to apply (they come already cut into small pieces to stick on) and they last 3-4 days. Very easy to take off and reapply too. Best fake lashes I’ve ever used and they don’t pull out my own very short natural lashes. They’re only about £4.95 online and the glue is about £8/9.

just telling you this in case it means you can pay to have your nails done then buy these. I’m cack handed but manage to apply these in less than a minute. Somehow, applying under the lashes seems to work much better.

Amandasummers · 22/07/2022 17:38

Lashes! But I've been having mine done for 10 years so look like a mole without them. Ita one of them things that I wouldn't recommend starting unless you intend to keep it up!

GinIronic · 22/07/2022 18:01

Nails - I think the false lash trend looks awful.

HaudYerWheestFella · 22/07/2022 18:14

Lashes! I had to make the same choice a while ago but I do miss getting my nails done.

Chesneyhawkes1 · 22/07/2022 18:14

Lashes. I can paint my own nails if I have to

il0vew1ne · 22/07/2022 18:15

Nails don’t like the false eyelash look, it looks cheap

50mg · 22/07/2022 18:18

Lashes. If I uses a fairly neutral colour I can male a decent job of my own nails.

That said, what do you mean by lashes? I tint my own.

I don't like the very obvious false lashes look either, but just a few natural looking ones really makes a difference.

vestedinterests · 22/07/2022 19:23

Defo nails, you can dye your lashes or wear a mascara and I absolutely hate the look of fake eye lashes. I don't think you can replicate professional manicure at home

MsMiaWallace · 22/07/2022 20:12

Why do people hate the false lash look?

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ANewNameANewDay · 22/07/2022 20:27

Has got to be lashes! If your lash tech is shit your lashes will look shit but I go for a natural wispy look and often get complimented on them.

I loooove being able to step out the house at any time without stressing about putting a face on.

Nails can be done at home with a quick swipe of polish if needed.

coolernow · 22/07/2022 20:35

I don't bother with either except lashes for holiday as so good to not faff with make up, you can get very natural ones. I just use nail glow on my fingernails by Dior. I do like a pedicure in the summer months though.

ClocksGoingBackwards · 22/07/2022 20:38

Nails. I can see my nails but I can’t see my own eyelashes, so more pleasure to be had. I wouldn’t want false lashes anyway because I think they look tacky, but I would have mine dyed and curled.

easyday · 22/07/2022 20:44

Nails, but pedi rather than mani

MsMiaWallace · 22/07/2022 21:55

Does anyone find they wear less make up all round with lash extensions?

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