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Playboy lash secrets - what a pro makeup artist taught me about perfect mascara

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After a decade working backstage on high-glamour fashion shoots and consulting for editorial campaigns, she learned that the secret to jaw-dropping, sky-high lashes isn't just a high-end formula—it's all about the brush and the technique. This curate...

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The Original Video

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@rachelreallyreccomends on TikTok was a Olayboy makeup artist for over 10 years and this is what she has to say about Mascara. Hear it from the pros.
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The Essential Application Tools

These are the non-negotiable tools needed to execute the professional separation and layering techniques. Without these precise implements, even the most expensive mascara formula will clump and look messy. Investing in quality tools is the secret we...

 
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Forget your standard slant-tip tweezers because they simply won't work for this high-precision technique. If you've been wondering 'is it worth buying' high-end tweezers, the answer is a resounding yes when it comes to meticulous lash separation. The...
Ingrown Hair/Splintertweeze Stainless Steel Tweezer | Ulta Beauty
 
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A classic metal eyelash comb is an absolute staple in my kit, and it is the 'best alternative to' plastic combs that just bend or break. You must brush through your lashes between your first and second coats to maintain definition as you build up vol...
MSQ Eyelash Comb & Separator Tool
 
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This is the ultimate old-school, backstage trick that the Playboy girls swore by to get their lashes looking absolutely perfect. If you've ever read an 'honest review on' high-end lash separators and felt they were too bulky, these simple wooden cock...
1000 PCS 4.5 Inch Orange Wood Sticks for Nails

The Mascara Wardrobe (Formulas & Brushes)

To achieve the perfect lash, you need a wardrobe of different brushes and formulas to layer effectively rather than relying on a single product. Combining short-bristle brushes for base definition, massive brushes for volume, and curved wands for lif...

 
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This is my absolute holy grail for the 'Foundation Mascara' layer. When clients ask me 'does it really work for' short, stubborn lashes, I always point them to this classic. The short, stiff bristle brush is unmatched for depositing a thin, even coat...
Lancôme Définicils HD Defining & Lengthening Mascara
 
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For your second layer, you need a generic 'big brush' mascara that can deposit a serious amount of product fast. If you search for the 'pros and cons of' drugstore volumizing formulas, this classic yellow tube always comes out on top for budget-frien...
Maybelline Volum' Express Colossal Mascara
 
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This is a brilliant addition to your makeup wardrobe, especially if you struggle with smudging. When researching 'how to choose the best' tubing mascara, this professional formula stands out because of its exceptionally designed short-bristle brush. ...
High Volume Tubular Mascara
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This luxury formula is legendary for creating thick, dramatic lashes, but brand new tubes can often be too wet and 'gloopy', leading to transfer. Here is a pro makeup artist hack: leave your brand-new Chanel mascara open on your vanity for a day or t...
Chanel Le Volume Mascara
 
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Silicone brushes act like tiny rubber spikes rather than traditional hairs, making them incredible for separating lashes. However, this wand tends to pick up way too much wet product from the tube, so you'll need to scrape the excess off. If you are ...
L'Oreal Paris Voluminous Million Lashes Mascara, Black, 0.3 fl. oz.
 
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This features a brilliantly shaped silicone brush that dips in the middle, making it exceptionally good for catching, lifting, and curling the outer corner lashes. If you've been debating 'is it worth buying' luxury mascara for curl retention, this i...
Diorshow Iconic Overcurl Refillable Mascara: Volume & Curl

The Playboy Pro Application Techniques

To execute the legendary 3-coat method and professional application angles, you need the right setup. These companion tools are designed to help you master the precise angles required for self-application and applying mascara on others without trigge...

 
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To master the vertical brush technique for outer corners and the downward gaze required for upper lashes, a high-quality portable mirror is essential. When looking for the 'best alternative to' bulky vanity mirrors, this lighted pocket mirror is a ga...
GLAMCOR Riki Skinny Smart Vanity Mirror HD LEDs
 
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Applying three coats of mascara can be a messy business, especially when hitting the lower lashes first as the Playboy method dictates. If you are searching for 'how to choose the best' makeup shields to prevent smudging, these self-adhesive shields ...
ShadowMoon Reusable Eye Makeup Shield

More from @RachelReallyReccomends

Here are some more makeup hack videos from @ReachelReallyReccomends (Found on TikTok). SHe's giving us the inside scoop of how to to do our makeup just like a Playboy Bunny! To me, that's extremely exciting because I was obsessed with “The Girls Next... 

 
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Rachel Really Recommends: The longest and most durable lip colors
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Rachel Really Recommends: How to get plumper lips without the needle - Playboy Bunny Style!
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