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False eyelashes amplify eyes like nothing else. A good pair of false eyelashes is easy to apply and and manipulate, should you need to fit to your eye. Once there, the best false eyelashes stay put until it's time to take them off.
If you’re after a more subtle, natural look, consider individuals or bundles, which you can apply strategically. Constance Mack Latham, a lash and brow artist tells Byrdie that full strip lashes can appear natural, but you'll need to pay close attention to the weft. “The thinner the weft, the lighter the lash will be, which ultimately gives you the most natural look, regardless of the length chosen,” she says.
We conducted hours of research on the best natural-looking false eyelashes. We tried some of the top-rated false eyelashes out there, evaluating each on ease of application, natural feel, and ability to stay put. Our team then combined these results with our own research of fan-favorite false eyelashes, plus esthetician-recommended picks to create this list.
Ahead, find the best natural-looking false eyelashes.
Best Overall
Velour Lashes Effortless No Trim Natural Lash Collection Short & Sweet
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Fits a variety of eye shapes
Easy to apply
Expensive
Light and fluttery, these have the added benefit of working with pretty much any and every eye shape, so there’s never a need to cut or trim them. The subtly flared edges add a very natural-looking curl and definition, too. Latham is a fan, adding that they’re also very easy to apply, and glue keeps them in place until it's time to take them off.
Price at time of publish: $26
Material: Synthetic Silk | Application Method: Lash glue | Free of: Allergens
Best Overall, Runner-Up
LoveSeen Iris Lashes
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Courtesy of LoveSeen
Lightweight look and feel
Pre-trimmed
Expensive
We're fans of this chic line of lashes from Jenna Lyons and Troi Ollivierre, made up of 10 different styles based on face shape and aesthetic. All lashes are featherweight, made of nylon, and artfully designed.
Price at time of publish: $22
Material: Nylon | Application Method: Lash glue | Free of: Plastic
Best Drugstore
Eyelure False Eyelashes Natural No20
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Fits a variety of eye shapes
Affordable
Reusable up to five times
Reviewers say the glue doesn’t work great
Reviewers rave about how easy these drugstore lashes are to apply and how amazingly natural they look. You can amp up the texture when you top them with mascara, which blends easily.
Price at time of publish: $10
Material: Synthetic hair | Application Method: Lash glue | Free of: Latex
Best Value
Ardell Natural Lash Black 120
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Affordable
Easy to trim and apply
Made of human hair
Ardell reigns supreme when it comes to affordable, high-quality false lashes, no matter what style you’re after. This particular pack comes with a set of four, which are easy to trim and apply, wear extremely comfortably, and somehow nearly disappear into your natural lash line undetectably.
Price at time of publish: $13
Material: Sterilized human hair | Application Method: Lash glue | Free of: Parabens, latex
Best Value, Runner-Up
Ardell Demi Wispies Natural Multi-Pack
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Affordable
Easy to remove
Reviewers say the glue doesn’t work great
Latham says Ardell is preferred lash of makeup artists. “I became familiar with Ardell when I was in beauty school over a decade ago. They’re a beauty cult favorite and very affordable,” she says. These in particular are a great, natural-looking option because each of the individual lashes varies in length—just like your natural lashes. It makes for a much more believable result than the effect you get when all of the lashes in the strip are one uniform length.
Price at time of publish: $13
Material: Sterilized human hair | Application Method: Lash glue | Free of: Parabens, latex
Best Design
Kiss Looks So Natural Lashes
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Affordable
Unique, natural-looking shape and design
Reviewers say they snap easily
These falsies look extremely natural because of the unique design; each of the individual synthetic fibers tapers off at the end, mimicking your natural lashes. (Other ones are often cut bluntly across, which can appear heavy and unnatural.)
Price at time of publish: $12
Material: Synthetic hair | Application Method: Lash glue | Free of: Latex
What Our Experts Say
“Heavy makeup isn’t allowed in beauty school, but I noticed that even without makeup my students’ lashes looked amazing. I couldn’t help but stare and had to ask them what lashes they were wearing… they were all wearing these every day.” — Constance Mack Latham, Makeup Artist.
Best Vegan
Tarte Tarteist Pro Cruelty-Free Lashes
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Vegan and cruelty-free
Comes in a variety of styles
Reviewers say they feel heavy
Vegan and cruelty-free, these are a great pick for the more conscious consumer, though there’s also a wide array of styles available, making them great for the beauty enthusiast, too. Whether you want super-natural or super statement-making, there’s a lash for that; for the former, the GTL style is our top choice, full and fluttery without being too over-the-top. (Just FYI, you have to buy the lash adhesive separately.)
Price at time of publish: $22
Material: Synthetic hair | Application Method: Lash glue | Free of: Latex, parabens, gluten
Best for Everyday Wear
Huda Beauty Giselle Classic False Lashes #1
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Sephora
Reusable
Easy to apply
Reviewers say the band is too thick
These days this brand is a makeup juggernaut, but it was false lashes that really put Huda Beauty on the map, and these are one of the most popular of all their offerings. They offer super-light volume, yet also create the appearance of more thickness along the lash line. Plus, while the price is mid-tier, the fact that they can be reused up to 15 times ups the value.
Price at time of publish: $20
Material: Synthetic hair | Application Method: Lash glue | Free of: Latex
Best Magnetic
Ardell Professional Magnetic Lash Accents 001
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Courtesy of Ulta
Great for those with sensitive eyes
Reusable
Affordable
Made of human hair
For those who have sensitive eyes and perhaps can’t tolerate lash glue (the adhesives used can be irritating for many), magnetic lashes offer an awesome alternative. How they work: Your natural lashes get sandwiched in between two layers of lashes that are attached via a tiny magnetic strip. These from Ardell are a fave because they’re cut slightly shorter to add more definition in the mid to outer eye area.
Price at time of publish: $20
Material: Sterilized human hair | Application Method: Magnets attach to themselves | Free of: Parabens, latex
Best Individuals
Ardell Individual Lash Trios
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Affordable
Very customizable
Easy to apply
Made of human hair
No matter whether it’s your first foray into falsies or you’re just after the most natural look possible, opting for individuals rather than a full strip is the way to go. They’re also the easiest to apply—no measuring or trimming required. Just pop as many of these featherweight clusters wherever you want along the lash line; they’re great on the outer corner for a fluttery effect or can be easily placed wherever your lashes may look a little sparse. Either way, you get a nearly undetectable boost of length, volume, and beautiful definition.
Price at time of publish: $7
Material: Sterilized human hair | Application Method: Lash glue | Free of: Parabens, latex
To make your lashes last longer, celebrity makeup artist Melissa Hernandez suggests removing them from the trap by pressing your thumb in the center of the lash and gently dragging it downwards."This technique helps maintain the shape of the lash and prevents it from tearing."
Best Kit
Lashify Control Kit
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Lashify
Very natural result
Only need to purchase refills, hereafter
Application can be challenging
“This kit is amazing and basically lets you be your own lash tech right in your own home,” says Latham of another one of her top picks. “The bonding agent used is also a plus for me because it nourishes and protects your natural lash,” she adds. It’s definitely a bit pricey, and there is a learning curve when it comes to application, but once you’ve mastered it, the result is possibly the most natural we’ve ever seen.
Price at time of publish: $125
Material: Synthetic silk | Application Method: Bonding agent (included) | Free of: Fumes, cyanoacrylate, formaldehyde
Best for Volume
Lilly Lashes Lite Faux Mink Lashes Diamond
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Fits a variety of eye shapes
Reusable
Comes with a storage case
Will likely have to be trimmed
If it’s not only extra lash length that you’re after, try these falsies, which impart tons of volume. Reviewers note they complement a variety of eye shapes, including hooded and almond eye shapes. They also add an impressive amount of length and volume.
Price at time of publish: $20
Material: Real and synthetic hair mix | Application Method: Lash glue | Free of: Latex
Best for Versatility
MAC Cosmetics 81 Charmer Lash False Lashes
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Very customizable
Reusable
Expensive
These lash bundles offer the greatest in-between option—they’re slightly more dramatic than individuals, yet not quite as intense as a full strip. Use as many or as few of the clusters as needed to achieve your desired result; either way, they always look (and feel) super natural and comfortable.
Price at time of publish: $15
Material: Real and synthetic hair mix | Application Method: Lash glue | Free of: Latex
Best Dramatic
UOMA Beauty Black Magic Carnival Bahia Eyelashes
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Black Magic Carnival Trinidad Eyelashes
Blends well with mascara
Dark color
Glue can be hard to adhere to the lash base
For a more dramatic look, consider lashes from UOMA, which are full of volume and have a deep black color. They blend well with mascara for a more natural aesthetic, while still drawing plenty of attention to the eyes.
Price at time of publish: $30
Material: Real and synthetic hair mix | Application Method: Lash glue | Free of: Silicone, parabens
Final Verdict
Our best overall pick, Velour Lashes Effortless Velour Lashes Effortless No Trim Natural Lash Collection Short & Sweet fit most eye shapes, flare out for a natural curl, and are easy to apply. For a more affordable pick, consider Ardell Natural Lash Black 120, a multi-pack of five lightweight pairs that look and feel natural.
Meet the Expert
- Melissa Hernandez is a celebrity makeup artist who specializes in creating timeless looks that accentuate every person’s unique features. Some of her clients include Dove Cameron, Hallie Steinfeld, Camilla Ludington, and more.
- Megan Garmers is the founder and director of MG Hair and Makeup, a wedding hair and makeup service, and The Bridal Beauty Masterclass. She has over two decades of experience in both the beauty and wedding industries.
- Constance Mack Latham is a lash and brow artist and expert and the owner of Maven Esthetics in Chicago. She has over 15+ years of experience working in the industry as a makeup artist and esthetician and is known to many in Chicago as The Brow Maven, largely for her incredible microblading techniques.
- Matin is an NYC-raised celebrity makeup artist who advocates for human rights and the use of clean beauty.
- Lauren Andersen is a celebrity makeup artist who has created gorgeous looks for Billie Lourd, Nina Dobrev, and Chloe Grace Moretz.
What to Look For in Natural-Looking False Lashes
Weight
If you’re a first-timer or newbie lash user, don’t go for a super heavy full strip of lashes. Opt for lighter, small lashes (or sections of them) that won’t weigh down your lashes or feel uncomfortable. To make application even easier, Hernandez advises bending the lash in half while the glue is drying to soften it and tilting your head to look down into a mirror for the best visibility.
Shape
The shape of your eyes is also an important detail to remember when purchasing lashes. For example, if your eyes are hooded, go for lash strips that are longer in the middle to help open up the eyes. If your eyes are round, opt for curly lashes to accentuate the outer corners.
Details
Little details like band color are crucial for having your lashes look the most natural. A nude or transparent band color will look more natural, whereas a black band color will add some more definition to your eyes. Regardless of which color you choose, if you want your lashes to look even more natural, Hernandez advises to “camouflage the lash band by applying black gel or liquid liner.”
How We Researched & Tested
To compile this list, our team of editors and contributors spent hours researching the best products on the market in this category, evaluating their key features—like ingredients, shade range, or design—in addition to reviews from customers and other trusted sources. Our team also incorporated their own personal experiences testing products in their own lives. We then used these insights from our research and testing to assign a star rating from one to five (five being the best; one being the worst) to certain products on the list
Why Trust Byrdie
Byrdie contributor Melanie Rud has over a decade of experience in the beauty industry, writing for some of the biggest magazines and websites out there. She considered numerous types of false eyelashes, ultimately choosing options with high-quality design and easy application. We also tried some of the top-rated models, our testers taking note of how easy lashes are to manipulate, plus how natural they look and feel. Our team then combined these results with our own research of fan-favorites to create this list.
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