New Jeans’ debut has undoubtedly revolutionised the K-beauty industry, ushering in simpler makeup looks that were a far cry from the glitz and glitter stage makeup that had previously dominated the industry.
While the stars themselves are already stunning, we can’t deny that their makeup artist, Lee Na Kyeum, has further enhanced their fresh, youthful charm with flawless makeup techniques.
One simple mascara hack she shared piqued our interest because it is so simple and uses a tool that almost everyone has at home.
If you’re tired of having clumpy lashes no matter how many mascaras you try, this could be the answer. So, don’t scroll away and keep reading!
How to fix any clumpy mascara
Credits: @효진조 Hyojin Cho/YouTube
The key to having clump-free lashes is by simply using this unconventional yet readily available tool: an interdental brush!
You may be wondering how this works. Well, it’s much simpler than you might think. Instead of applying mascara directly to your lashes, coat the bristles of your interdental brush with your mascara wand.
Credits: @효진조 Hyojin Cho/YouTube
Then, apply the mascara formula to your lashes as you would with a regular mascara wand, and voila! You’ll have clump-free, luxuriously long lashes that look natural.
Because the bristles on an interdental brush are so small and densely packed, it can separate your lashes in ways that no other mascara wand can. You can also apply your mascara so precisely that you won’t be getting it on your eyelids anytime soon.
Mascaras recommended by New Jeans’ makeup artist
Etude House Dr. Mascara Fixer Natural
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Na Kyeum applies the Etude House Dr. Mascara Fixer Natural as it contains a long-lasting wax formula that holds lashes’ curl, ensuring that the mascara stays curled all day without smudging or drooping.
This is ideal for New Jeans makeup, which emphasises the innocent appearance, and having lifted lashes allows “light to come into their eyes,” according to Na Kyeum, making them appear more fresh and youthful.
What makes this mascara fixer even better is that the formula is vegan and has even passed the Vegan Certification and Services Korea agency!
Etude House Dr. Mascara Fixer Natural retails for US$10.40 (~S$14.18) at Etude House online, and S$13.93 at Shopee. A discount is offered at Shopee at the time of writing. Tap in to see updated price!
Maybelline Volum’ Express The Colossal® Mascara
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Na Kyuem’s mascara of choice is Maybelline Volum’ Express The Colossal® Mascara.
This collagen-infused mascara has a distinct plumping effect, making your lashes appear thicker and more voluminous. The Colossal® Mascara, as the name suggests, also provides nine times the volume in just one coat.
It’s also safe for contact lens wearers and is ophthalmologist-tested, which makes it ideal for New Jeans members who need to wear contact lenses for stage makeup!
Maybelline Volum’ Express The Colossal® Mascara retails for S$19.90 at Maybelline online, and S$17.28 at Shopee.
@dont_look_back_audrey Its a joy and so refreshing to watch a person so passionate about makeup and genuinely helping her clients do their makeup, feel beautiful, and share tips! 💖 Lee Nakyeum! #makeuptips #newjeans #newjeansmakeup
If you’re on a budget, don’t worry about buying the same mascaras because this hack is completely fool-proof and works with any mascara, thanks to TikTok creator @dont_look_back_audrey, who tested it with her entire collection!
Check out the video below to learn more about the makeup techniques Na Kyeum used on New Jeans.
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Featured images credit: @newjeans_official/Instagram, @효진조 Hyojin Cho/YouTube
