How to Decorate a Beige Sofa

You can’t go wrong with a beige sofa! No matter your style, you’ll look cool and sophisticated with this classic piece. As a neutral, beige fits into any design scheme, so you can change up your room’s look without replacing your couch. With the right pillows and accessories, your living room will look like it belongs in a style magazine.

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[Edit]Throw Pillows

1. Pick shades of grey, tan, brown, or beige for a clean, minimalist effect. Create a calming feel in your living room by sticking to a mostly monochromatic look. Beige is technically a washed-out tan color, so it looks great with colors in the brown family, as well as grey. Try these pairings to create different looks:^[1]
   
   • For a rustic design, go with burlap, brown leather, or tan pillows.
   • If you want a chic look, stick to light grey or monochromatic beige pillows.
   • If you’re doing modern decor, try slate grey, dark beige, or brown pillows.
2. Create contrast with dark-colored pillows to liven up the room. Take advantage of the pale, neutral beige of your sofa by introducing bold shades in your pillows. Pick a shade that’s in your floor rug or a piece of art in your room, or just go with your favorite color. You might try this:^[2]
   
   • Plum or emerald if you like jewel-tones.
   • Burgundy or burnt orange for a fall or winter look.
   • Fuschia or mustard yellow for a bright, spring or summer vibe.
   • Navy blue for a classic design.
3. Play around with patterned pillows to change up your look. Because it’s a neutral, beige makes the perfect backdrop for patterned pillows. Go with 1 pattern for a simple look, or pair a couple of patterns together for a unique, stylish design. Try out these looks with your beige sofa for a fun effect:^[3]
   
   • Fun patterns like script, chevron, polka dots, plaid, or silly designs, like dinosaurs.
   • Tribal prints or batik.
   • Stripes.
   • Animal print, such as cheetah or zebra.
   • Flowers.
4. Layer different colors and patterns to create a more dynamic look. Pair different colors and prints to create a look that’s uniquely you! Start with 2 to 4 solid-colored pillows, then toss in 2 or more patterned pillows. Arrange them in layers to bring your design together. Here are some fun ideas:^[4]
   
   • For a chic look, pair gold pillows with a deep jewel tone, such as plum, or a pale shade, like peach.
   • If you want a rustic look, try laying rust or country blue pillows with burlap or leather pillows.
   • Create a classic look with navy blue or black pillows layered with striped pillows.
   • For a cozy cottage style, try a faux fur pillow paired with solid grey pillows and beige sweater-style pillows.

[Edit]Accents

1. Drape a throw blanket over the arm or back of your couch. Add a practical touch with a cozy blanket. Fold the blanket up into a square and drape it diagonally across the back of your sofa or fold it into a long rectangle and lay it over the arm. Stick to your living room color scheme or take advantage of the neutral color of the couch by choosing a pattern.^[5]
   
   • For instance, you might drape a deep plum or charcoal blanket over the sofa.
   • Pick a textured blanket for a more dynamic look. For instance, faux fur or a crochet sweater blanket will make your living room feel both cozy and upscale.
2. Arrange colorful accents on your side table or coffee table. Add a personal touch to your living room with knick knacks, photos, or flower arrangements. Try a large centerpiece or pair 3-4 items of different sizes to create a showcase. Here are some ideas:^[6]
   
   • Keep a vase of flowers on your side table.
   • Get a large faux succulent and pair it with 2 smaller succulents at its sides.
   • Set a lamp with a colorful shade on your side table.
   • Arrange coffee table books about art on your coffee table.
   • Place a row of colored candles across your coffee table.
3. Frame your couch with large, leafy plants. Bring nature inside for an attractive, calming living room. Pick a plant with large, leafy foliage and place 1 beside your sofa. You could also put plants on either side of your couch. The following plants will all look great:^[7]
   
   • Split-leaf philodendron
   • Kentia palm plants
   • Fiddle-leaf fig
   • Castiron plant
   • Snake plants
   • African spear plants
   • Winterbourn
4. Lay a richly colored rug in the center of your seating area. Rugs warm up a room and bring style to your space. Choose a solid color rug that fits into your color scheme or go with a fun pattern to add visual interest to the room. Try these ideas:^[8]
   
   • Get a jute rug if you want a rustic or natural look.
   • Choose a deep plum, gold, or peach rug to complement your upscale design.
   • Pick a trendy patterned rug for a current look.
   • Stick to a black or charcoal rug for a minimalist look.
5. Hang brightly-colored art behind your sofa. With a beige sofa, you can make bold choices with your wall art without worrying about clashing. Choose 1 large art piece or create a colorful gallery wall over your couch. Stick to just 1 color for a monochromatic look, or evoke a color scheme.^[9]
   
   • For instance, you might hang a large painting with shades of plum, lavender, and grey.
   • If you want to create a gallery wall, choose photos, paints, or prints that all have similar colors. For instance, you might keep your color scheme to purples, greens, greys, beige, or gold.
6. Pair your beige sofa with additional seating in darker shades. If you’ve always wanted a statement piece, this is your chance to try it on a smaller scale. Add a pop of color with a love seat, chaise lounge, or chair. Choose a color that fits into your color scheme and complements beige. Here are some fun ideas:^[10]
   
   • A plum or emerald armchair will look fantastic next to your beige couch.
   • A charcoal chaise lounge or loveseat will warm up your living room.
   • Mustard yellow or gold can liven up your space while still keeping it cozy.

[Edit]Color Schemes

1. Create a monochromatic look by sticking to shades of beige and tan. Beige is the perfect color for a monochromatic look because it can fit with both browns and greys, giving you more options. Paint your walls a pale beige, light grey, or sand color. Choose beige, tan, or pale grey rug and curtains. For your coffee and side tables, go with light grey or a natural wood color.^[11]
   
   • You can stick to 1 shade of beige or a range of colors that fit together. For instance, you might go with light beige, dark beige, and tan. Similarly, you could go with beige, light grey, and dark grey.
2. Stick to neutral colors for a calm, relaxing space. You deserve a relaxing space to calm down after a busy day or to connect with friends and family. Try colors like navy blue, brown, or charcoal. If you want more color, muted and washed out shades of most colors act as a neutral. Pick something like sage green, pale yellow, lavender, or peach.^[12]
   
   • For instance, paint your walls tan, hang brown curtains, lay a brown and grey rug, and choose throw pillows that are beige and brown.
   • If you want more color, you might paint your walls charcoal, then choose pale yellow curtains and throw pillows, as well as a yellow and grey rug.
3. Incorporate bright colors to liven up your room. If you love the energy of bright colors, incorporate them into the room so you'll get a boost every time you come into the room.^[13] Create a space that’s bright and airy with colors like yellow, bright blue, orange, or red-orange. Both washed out and saturated shades will look great next to your beige sofa. Here are some arrangements you might try:^[14]
   
   • Paint your room lemon yellow and choose a slate grey rug and curtains. Then, incorporate pillows that are pale yellow, charcoal grey, and beige and yellow striped.
   • Start with pale grey walls, then hang bright blue curtains and lay down a blue and beige patterned rug. Choose throw pillows that are grey faux fur and bright blue.
   • If you need help picking a color, try looking for inspiration in things like the artwork in the room, a brightly-colored area rug, or your bedding.^[15]
4. Paint a dark accent wall behind the beige sofa for a dynamic look. You don’t need to paint your entire room to get a splendid effect. Choose a deep color like plum, burgundy, emerald, charcoal, brown or mustard yellow. Place your couch in front of the wall, then hang a large painting or gallery wall over the sofa. Choose art that features your accent wall color along with neutral colors, such as beige, grey, black, tan, silver, or gold.^[16]
   
   • For example, let’s say you painted your accent wall plum. You might hang a large painting that has swirls of plum, lavender, charcoal, light grey, and beige. Then, you might lay down a charcoal rug and choose throw pillows that are charcoal and lavender.

[Edit]Tips

• Switch out your decor seasonally to keep your look fresh.
• Textured pieces add layers to your look, especially when you’re doing a monochromatic look.
• Color is very subjective and it speaks to us on a psychological level. When you're decorating your own home, choose colors that really speak to you, rather than what's trendy right now.^[17]

[Edit]References

1. ↑ https://decoholic.org/33-beige-living-room-ideas/
2. ↑ https://www.bhg.com/rooms/living-room/makeovers/neutral-color/?slide=slide_71a749c9-783c-4a09-9af5-49ed27a30640#slide_71a749c9-783c-4a09-9af5-49ed27a30640
3. ↑ https://homedesignlover.com/living-room-designs/beige-sofas-living-room/
4. ↑ https://www.bhg.com/rooms/living-room/makeovers/neutral-color/?slide=slide_0795c49f-2a2f-4811-8a49-1a0a4f2132f4#slide_0795c49f-2a2f-4811-8a49-1a0a4f2132f4
5. ↑ https://layjao.com/
6. ↑ https://decoholic.org/33-beige-living-room-ideas/
7. ↑ https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/how-to-decorate-with-beige-243610
8. ↑ https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/how-to-decorate-with-beige-243610
9. ↑ https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/how-to-decorate-with-beige-243610
10. ↑ https://www.bhg.com/rooms/living-room/makeovers/neutral-color/?slide=slide_631d2075-70fc-4a73-af4d-f622846ef347#slide_631d2075-70fc-4a73-af4d-f622846ef347
11. ↑ https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/how-to-decorate-with-beige-243610
12. ↑ https://www.bhg.com/rooms/living-room/makeovers/neutral-color/?slide=slide_0795c49f-2a2f-4811-8a49-1a0a4f2132f4#slide_0795c49f-2a2f-4811-8a49-1a0a4f2132f4
13. ↑ [v161327_b01]. 31 March 2020
14. ↑ https://www.idealhome.co.uk/living-room/living-room-ideas/neutral-living-room-ideas-89360
15. ↑ [v161327_b01]. 31 March 2020
16. ↑ https://www.bhg.com/rooms/living-room/makeovers/neutral-color/?slide=slide_71a749c9-783c-4a09-9af5-49ed27a30640#slide_71a749c9-783c-4a09-9af5-49ed27a30640
17. ↑ [v161327_b01]. 31 March 2020

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How to Insert a Hyperlink in Microsoft Word

This wikiHow teaches you how to add clickable links to your Microsoft Word documents. You can make any text or image in your document a hyperlink that, when clicked, brings the reader to another place in the document, an external website, a different file, and even a pre-addressed email message. The links you create will remain active even if you convert the Word document to the PDF format.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Linking to Another Document or Website

1. Select the text or image that you want to turn into a link. You can turn any text or image in your document into a link. Highlight the text or click the image that you want to convert into a hyperlink.
   
   • To insert an image into your document, click the Insert tab and select "Pictures." You'll be able to browse your computer for an image file to add. You can also insert clipart to use as a link.
2. Press (Mac) or (PC). This opens the Insert Hyperlink window. You can also get to this menu by clicking the Insert tab and then clicking the Link button in the toolbar.
   
3. Select from the left panel. More options will appear in the right panel.
   
4. Select a file or enter a web address.
   
   • To link to a website or a file that's accessible on the web, type or paste the full address (including the "https://" at the beginning) into the "Address" field near the bottom of the window.
   • To link to a file on your computer or local network, select that file in the center panel. If it's in the current folder, click Current folder to open its contents. If you opened it recently, click Recent Files to browse those. You can also use the menus at the top to navigate to the correct folder and select the file.
   • To create a new blank document instead of opening a certain file, click Create a new document in the left menu, then choose a location for the document.
5. Set a ScreenTip (optional). You can change the text that appears when the user rests the cursor over the link by clicking the ScreenTip button at the top-right corner and specifying your text. If you don't change it, the screen tip will also display the website address or file path.
   
6. Click to save your link. You can now test your link by holding down the Command (Mac) or Ctrl (PC) button on the keyboard while clicking it.
   

[Edit]Linking to a Blank Email Message

1. Select the text or click the image you want to turn into an email link. You can use any text or image in your document. When you're finished with this method, clicking the selected text or image will bring up a new email message to the address of your choice.
   
2. Press (Mac) or (PC). This opens the Insert Hyperlink window. You can also get to this menu by clicking the Insert tab and then clicking the Link button in the toolbar.
   
3. Click in the left panel. This allows you to set up the blank message.
   
4. Enter the e-mail address and subject. This will be the address that the reader will be sending the email to. What you enter into the "Subject" field will be automatically filled in for the reader, but they will be able to change it if they want.
   
   • If you use Outlook, you'll see recently-used email addresses in the field at the bottom of the window. Feel free to select one of those.
   • Some mail apps, especially web-based email apps, may not recognize the subject line.
5. Set a ScreenTip (optional). You can change the text that appears when the user rests the cursor over the link by clicking the ScreenTip button at the top-right corner and specifying your text. If you don't change it, the screen tip will show the email address.
   
6. Click to save your link. You can now test your link by holding down the Command (Mac) or Ctrl (PC) button on the keyboard while clicking it. Your default email app will open to a new message containing addressed to the address you entered previously.
   

[Edit]Linking to a Place in the Same Document

1. Place your cursor at the location you want to link to. You can use the Bookmark tool to create links to specific spots in your document. This is great for tables of contents, glossaries, and citations. You can highlight a portion of text, select an image, or just place your cursor in the spot you want.
   
2. Click the tab. It's in the menu bar at the top of Word.
   
3. Click the button. It's in the toolbar at the top of Word in the "Links" section.
   
4. Enter a name for the bookmark. Make sure the name is descriptive enough that you'll be able to recognize it. This is especially important if you are using a lot of bookmarks or more than one person is editing the document.
   
   • Bookmark names have to start with letters but can also contain numbers. You can't use spaces, but you can use underscores instead (e.g. "Chapter_1").
5. Click to insert the bookmark. Bookmarks will appear on the page surrounded by brackets. You won't see the bookmark on the page if you're using a modern version of Word, but in earlier versions, it may be surrounded by brackets.
   
   • If you want to see brackets around the bookmark so you don't forget where you placed it, click the File menu, select Options, and click Advanced in the left panel. Then, scroll down the right panel and check the box next to "Show bookmarks" under the "Show document content" header.
6. Select the text or image you want to create the link from. Highlight the text or click the image that you want to turn into a link to your bookmark.
   
7. Press (Mac) or (PC). This opens the Insert Hyperlink window. You can also get to this menu by clicking the Insert tab and then clicking the Link button in the toolbar.
   
8. Click in the left panel. This displays a navigation tree with your heading styles and bookmarks.
   
9. Select the bookmark you want to link to. Expand the "Bookmarks" tree if it isn't already and select the bookmark you created. You can also select from heading styles you've applied throughout the document.
   
10. Set a ScreenTip (optional). To change the text that appears when the user rests the cursor over the link, click the Screen Tip button at the top-right corner. If you don't change the text, the screen tip will display the website address or file path.
    
11. Click to save your link. You can now test your link by holding down the Command (Mac) or Ctrl (PC) button on the keyboard while clicking it. This will recenter the view to the line on which you placed the bookmark.
    

[Edit]Video

[Edit]Tips

• If you type a URL into a document (e.g., https://www.wikihow.com), Word will automatically make that text a clickable link.
• You can remove a hyperlink by right-clicking it and selecting Remove Hyperlink.^[1]

[Edit]Related wikiHows

• Set up Autosave on Microsoft Word 2007

[Edit]References

[Edit]Quick Summary

1. ↑ https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/remove-or-turn-off-hyperlinks-027b4e8c-38f8-432c-b57f-6c8b67ebe3b0

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How to Cut Kiwi for Decoration

Kiwi is a sweet, juicy fruit that also makes a pretty edible decoration as a garnish or even a topping for baked desserts like frosted cakes and cupcakes. If you’re having a party and want to add some flair to something like a fruit platter, you could try cutting your kiwis into flowers to really spice up the display. On the other hand, if you’re more interested in decorating something like a cake, you can just slice up a kiwi and stick the pieces right into the frosting! However you choose to cut your kiwi for decoration, feel free to get creative and try using it in different ways.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Making Kiwi Flowers for Garnishing Plates

1. Cut the ends off a kiwi using a small serrated kitchen knife. Place your chosen kiwi on its side on a cutting board and hold it steady with your non-dominant hand. Grab a small, sharp serrated knife in your dominant hand and carefully slice off both the ends of the kiwi.^[1]
   
   • Try to cut off the ends without removing a lot of the kiwi’s flesh. The idea is just to remove the little nubs on the top and at the base of the fruit, so you are left with flat, skinless ends.
   • You can use this method to create kiwi flower garnishes for things like fruit platters or trays of desserts.
2. Make a long diagonal cut through the kiwi’s side to the center. Carefully plunge the tip of your knife into the center of one side of the kiwi at about a 45-degree angle. Push the knife in all the way to the center of the fruit and wiggle it back and forth until the cut is about long.^[2]
   
   
   • The length of the diagonal cut will define the size of the “petals” of your kiwi flower. If you want the petals to be taller or shorter, you can do so by adjusting the length of your cut.
3. Continue making connecting diagonal cuts around the whole kiwi. Plunge the blade of the knife into the side of the kiwi, all the way to the center, at an approximately 45-degree angle to the first cut. Wiggle it back and forth to make the cut the same length as the first, then repeat the process all the way around the kiwi until it has a continuous zig-zag pattern of cuts running around its center.^[3]
   
   
   • Try your best to make all the cuts at the same angle to each other and the same length, so you end up with evenly-sized petals on your kiwi flower.
4. Pull the 2 halves of the kiwi apart when you finish cutting around it. Set your knife down and grab 1 end of the kiwi in each hand. Pull the ends in opposite directions to separate the kiwi into 2 halves.^[4]
   
   
   • If you can’t pull the kiwi apart, you might not have cut deep enough in some spots. Go back over all your cuts and make sure to plunge the knife all the way to the center of the fruit, then try pulling it apart again.
5. Slice part way down between each piece of peel and flesh. Start at the top of 1 of the triangular petals and carefully slide the blade of your knife down between the skin and the flesh, stopping when you almost reach the bottom. Repeat this for each petal.^[5]
   
   
   • Be very careful not to get your fingers in the way of the blade when you’re making these more delicate cuts.
6. Pull the pieces skin down to finish creating the petals of your kiwi flower. Bend each flap of the kiwi’s peel down away from the fruit in the middle. Play with the angle that you bend them at until you find what looks best to you.^[6]
   
   
   • Your kiwi fruit will now resemble a lotus flower! You can use it to garnish anything you like or even serve several on their own together like a cluster of blooming lotuses.

[Edit]Slicing Kiwi for Decorating Frosted Desserts

1. Use a sharp paring knife to cut the ends off a kiwi. Place a kiwi on its side on a cutting board and stabilize it with your non-dominant hand. Hold a paring knife in your dominant hand and cut both the top and bottom ends off the kiwi.^[7]
   
   
   • You can use this method to decorate any kind of frosted dessert with kiwi.
   • You don’t have to cut a lot off at either end. Just cut off the parts of the peel that have the nubs on them, so the kiwi has a flat top and bottom.
2. Peel the kiwi using your knife or a vegetable peeler. Stand the kiwi up on one of the flat ends. Carefully slice off all the skin from top to bottom using your paring knife or a vegetable peeler.^[8]
   
   • If it’s more comfortable and easier, you can hold the kiwi while you peel it. Just be extra careful not to cut yourself if you choose to do it that way.
3. Cut the kiwi horizontally into slabs that are about thick. Lay the peeled kiwi back on its side on the cutting board and hold it steady. Start at 1 end of the kiwi and slice it into medallions that are all approximately thick.^[9]
   
   
   • Slices that are thick are just a good starting point, but feel free to slice the kiwi more thinly or into thicker medallions if you prefer.
4. Spread frosting on any kind of baked dessert to decorate it with kiwi. Use any baked dessert you like, such as a cake or cupcake. Cover it in frosting wherever you want to decorate it with the kiwi slices.^[10]
   
   
   • For example, if you want to cover the top and sides of a layer cake with kiwi slices, cover the whole top and sides of the cake in frosting.
   • The frosting makes the kiwi slices stick to the dessert, so you have to use frosting to decorate things like cakes with them, otherwise the kiwi pieces can easily fall off.
5. Stick the kiwi slices into the frosting to decorate your desserts. Cover large desserts, like layer cakes, in the kiwi slices by sticking them flat-side-down into the frosting. Decorate smaller desserts, like cupcakes, by pressing 1 kiwi slice, either flat or sticking up on its side, into the frosting in the middle of the cupcake.^[11]
   
   • It’s really totally up to you how you decorate your frosted desserts with kiwi slices, so feel free to get creative and try different techniques. For example, you could cut the medallions into halves or quarters if you want smaller pieces to decorate with or mix the slices with other fruits like berries.

[Edit]Tips

• When you’re choosing a kiwi to cut for decoration, pick one that is firm and only slightly gives way when you squeeze it. Avoid kiwis that are wrinkled or have very soft spots.^[12]

[Edit]Warnings

• Be careful when you’re cutting kiwi with a sharp knife. Keep your fingers and hands out of the way of the blade to avoid any accidents.

[Edit]Things You’ll Need

[Edit]Making Kiwi Flowers for Garnishing

• Serrated knife
• Cutting board

[Edit]Slicing Kiwi for Decorating Desserts

• Paring knife
• Cutting board
• Frosted desserts

[Edit]References

1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ei_YIQSCG2I&feature=youtu.be&t=10
2. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ei_YIQSCG2I&feature=youtu.be&t=14
3. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtcwPbBgNgA&feature=youtu.be&t=11
4. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtcwPbBgNgA&feature=youtu.be&t=16
5. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtcwPbBgNgA&feature=youtu.be&t=19
6. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ei_YIQSCG2I&feature=youtu.be&t=42
7. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiu5bOA6Z3k&feature=youtu.be&t=12
8. ↑ https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/glossary/kiwi-fruit
9. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8Y81Qyi-2A&feature=youtu.be&t=36
10. ↑ https://dairyfarmersmb.ca/recipe/tropical-kiwi-cake/
11. ↑ https://dairyfarmersmb.ca/recipe/tropical-kiwi-cake/
12. ↑ https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/glossary/kiwi-fruit

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How to Grow Eyelashes

If you want long, luscious eyelashes, you're not alone! Many people have thin or short lashes and want to grow them out. Despite what you might have read online, there's no magic cure that will make your eyelashes grow overnight. Don't despair, though—a few cleaning and self-care steps can help stimulate eyelash growth. Most of these tips aren't medically-proven, but they could work for you. If these don’t work, see your dermatologist to get a prescription serum that will help you grow thick, long lashes. You could also use some styling tips to make your eyelashes look longer if they don't grow as much as you want them to.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Good Eyelash Care

1. Use regular mascara instead of waterproof types. While waterproof mascara is popular for its durability, it’s also tough to get off. You’ll have to do a lot of scrubbing, which can break off your lashes. Waterproof mascara also dries out your lashes. It’s best to skip this product overall.^[1]
   
   • You can wear waterproof mascara for special occasions, as long as you don’t use it every day.
2. Remove your eye makeup every day. Eye makeup can dry out your lashes and even make them fall out over time. Never leave your mascara or eyeshadow on overnight. Use a gentle makeup remover every night before bed to remove any makeup you have on during the day.^[2]
   
   • Be gentle when you remove your makeup. Scrubbing could irritate and damage your eyelashes as well.
3. Wash your eyelids gently with soap and water. Clean follicles are key to healthy eyelashes. Wash your face regularly with gentle soap and clean water to remove dirt and bacteria.^[3]
   
   • Fragrances are a common cause for skin irritations like dermatitis.^[4] Make sure you use fragrance-free soaps to avoid any problems.
4. Go makeup-free as often as you can. Since makeup can damage your hair follicles, it’s best to skip the makeup as often as possible. This gives your eyelashes a break and can prevent damage.^[5]
   
   • If you still want to wear makeup every day, then try removing it as soon as you’re home instead of waiting until you go to bed. That way, you’re increasing the amount of time that your eyelashes can breathe.
5. Stop rubbing your eyes. This is very tempting and everyone rubs their eyes occasionally. Do your best to resist the temptation, though. Constant rubbing can damage your eyelashes and even pull them out. It’s best to rub as little as possible.^[6]
   
   • Rubbing is also bad for your eyes overall, since it can spread bacteria. If you do have to touch your eyes, always wash your hands first.
   • If you have very itchy eyes and feel tempted to rub them a lot, you might have a problem like chronic dry eyes or allergies. See an eye doctor to get to the bottom of it.
6. Follow a healthy diet. Your eyelashes are just like the other hairs on your body, and they need nutrients to grow properly. Make sure you follow a healthy diet full of proteins, fresh fruits and vegetables, and iron so your eyelashes grow in strong.^[7]
   
   • Some beauty guides recommend biotin supplements to stimulate eyelash growth. There’s very little evidence that these supplements work, so it’s best to save your money and skip them.^[8]
7. Make sure all your eye makeup is fresh and unexpired. While you might not think makeup can expire, it definitely can, and you could be sabotaging your eyelashes by using old mascara. Expired mascara can case bacterial growth and infections. In general, get rid of makeup after 2-3 months to prevent any problems.^[9]
   
   • Also make sure you don't have any allergies to the products you use. Allergies can cause inflammation and stop your lashes from growing properly.^[10]
8. Avoid getting eyelash extensions. You might like accentuating your lashes with extensions, but this is a bad idea if you’re trying to encourage growth. Eyelash extensions can damage your lashes and follicles, which can make the hairs fall out faster. Skip the extensions and let your lashes grow by themselves.^[11]
   
   • You could use extensions for some special occasions. However, it’s almost inevitable that you’ll lose a few lashes when you take your extensions off, so you might want to skip them altogether.
   • If you do use extensions, always confirm that the glue doesn’t have any ingredients that you’re allergic to. Otherwise, your follicles could get inflamed.^[12]

[Edit]Using Eyelash Growth Serum

1. Visit a dermatologist for a Latisse prescription. Latisse, or bimatoprost, is currently the only medication approved to stimulate eyelash growth. It’s only available with a prescription, so if you want to grow fuller lashes, schedule an appointment with a dermatologist to discuss your options and get the right medication.^[13]
   
   • Latisse isn’t approved for pregnant women or people younger than 18.
   • Since Latisse is a prescription-only medication, don’t share it with anyone else who doesn’t have a prescription for it.
   • There are also over-the-counter eyelash growth serums, but these aren’t regulated and have mixed results. If you want to try one of these, ask your dermatologist first.^[14]
2. Remove your contact lenses before using the medication. Latisse isn’t designed to use while you’re wearing contact lenses, so if you use these, always take them out before applying it. Leave them out for 15 minutes after using the medication, then you can put them back in.^[15]
   
3. Apply the medication to your upper eyelash line. The medication comes in a tube and you can apply it like eyedrops. Squeeze the bottle and apply it to your upper eyelash line on each eye. Don’t get any on your lower lash line, because it isn’t meant for use there.^[16]
   
   • The medication might come with a single-use applicator. If yours does, then get rid of it after one use to prevent infections.^[17]
4. Use the medication daily for at least 2 months. In general, this is how long the medicine needs to work. Be patient and continue with a daily application to encourage lash growth.^[18]
   
   • You’ll have to use Latisse continuously to maintain a thick and long lash appearance. When you stop, your lashes will probably return to their normal look.
   • Your dermatologist may give you different dosage instructions, so always follow the prescription.

[Edit]Styling Your Lashes

1. Curl your eyelashes to make them look longer. Curling doesn't actually make your lashes longer, but it can make them look that way! Use a regular eyelash curler and clamp it onto your lashes close to the roots. Leave it there for a few seconds, then un-clamp it to enjoy your newly-curled eyelashes.^[19]
   
   • Be careful when you're curling. Don't tug or you could pull out some of your lashes.
2. Blink while you're applying mascara. This sounds weird, but it's a simple hack to give your eyelashes a little extra curl and coating. Press the brush down near the root of your lashes and bring it up slowly. Blink gently while you do this, which curls and coats your lashes a little more for a fuller look.^[20]
   
   • Remember to remove your mascara before bed! If you leave it on, you'll sabotage your efforts for longer lashes.
3. Condition your lashes with natural oils. Oils can coat your eyelashes for extra protection and shine. Popular choices include olive, vitamin E, and castor oils. Pick one of these and dip in a clean mascara brush. Then apply it to your eyelashes the same way that you put mascara on.^[21]
   
   • Some advice also says that conditioning your lashes can help them grow faster, but there isn't much medical evidence that this is true.
   • Thicker oils like coconut oil can actually clog your follicles and inhibit lash growth. Instead, use a thinner oil like olive to avoid any problems.^[22]

[Edit]Warnings

• While you might come across lash conditioners or growth formulas, these aren't regulated and might irritate your eyes. Always ask your dermatologist before trying one of these products.

[Edit]Video

[Edit]Related wikiHows

• Make Eyelashes Longer with Vaseline
• Grow Longer, Stronger, and Healthier Eyelashes
• Have Beautiful Eyelashes and Eyebrows Using Castor Oil
• Grow Long Eyelashes Using Almond Oil

[Edit]References

[Edit]Quick Summary

1. ↑ https://www.insider.com/eyelash-mistakes-better-eyelashes-2018-3#youre-obsessed-with-waterproof-mascara-1
2. ↑ https://www.insider.com/eyelash-mistakes-better-eyelashes-2018-3#youre-sleeping-with-makeup-on-4
3. ↑ https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/why-are-my-eyelashes-falling-out
4. ↑ https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000869.htm
5. ↑ https://www.insider.com/eyelash-mistakes-better-eyelashes-2018-3
6. ↑ https://www.insider.com/eyelash-mistakes-better-eyelashes-2018-3
7. ↑ https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/why-are-my-eyelashes-falling-out
8. ↑ https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/beauty/a29623199/how-to-grow-eyelashes/
9. ↑ https://www.insider.com/eyelash-mistakes-better-eyelashes-2018-3#youre-obsessed-with-waterproof-mascara-1
10. ↑ https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/why-are-my-eyelashes-falling-out
11. ↑ https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/why-are-my-eyelashes-falling-out
12. ↑ https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/eyelash-extension-facts-safety
13. ↑ https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/latisse
14. ↑ https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/why-are-my-eyelashes-falling-out
15. ↑ https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/latisse
16. ↑ https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/expert-answers/latisse/faq-20058367
17. ↑ https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/latisse
18. ↑ https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/expert-answers/latisse/faq-20058367
19. ↑ https://youtu.be/GaYdRrkfuR8?t=32
20. ↑ https://www.cosmopolitan.com/style-beauty/beauty/advice/a6990/eyelash-mascara-hacks/
21. ↑ https://www.bustle.com/style/159267-9-eyelash-growing-hacks-for-fuller-longer-lashes
22. ↑ [v161385_b01]. 23 April 2020.

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