Marlowe Mckerihan - The Blog

If you’re thinking of a way to treat yourself (or for all the males ready – treat your lady loves) this holiday season let the light in your eyes shine like that star on that Christmas Tree with eyelash extensions. My co-workers look confused and amazed when they find out that my hazel eyes were framed by fake fringe. A lot of women are concerned about having surgical glue and sharp objects near their precious peepers – WELL NOT THIS GIRL! Here are some myths via my @xtremelashes bevy of beauties: MYTH: Eyelash extensions make your natural lashes fall out FACT: Your eyelashes are constantly growing and shedding, just like the hair on your head. An eyelash has a finite life of 60-90 days. They are supposed to fall out. Since they are at different stages of the growth cycle, most people lose 1-3 natural lashes per day on average and never notice it because lashes are so small. Properly applied eyelash extensions do not affect this natural growth cycle but you may notice the shedding m...

I've heard many a make-up maven rave about Blinc Kiss Me Mascara. So - I of course - had to give it a try. Now you all know i have Xtreme Eyelash Extensions (they are my pride and joy), so I was curious to see how they held up with my luxe lashes. Let me just say - PARTY FAIL.  This is the product description: Kiss Me Mascara is not an oil-based paint like most mascaras. It is a uniquely formulated mascara that forms tiny tubes around your lashes that will not smudge, run, clump, or flake and requires only water to remove. Which is true it does all of the above - but I felt it was a little tug-happy on my faux faced eyes. I hate having to scrub off mascara and this was EXTREMELY hard to get off - the bitch does not budge. I prefer being able to swipe a make-up wipe and call it a night.  The product is supposed to be great for sensitive eye (it's carried in the dermatologist office at most hospitals) - but I don't recommended it if you've jumped on...