Unleash Your Inner Feline: Cat Eye Lash Extensions

You don’t have to go to a professional to achieve flawless cat eye lash extensions! 

Lilac St. extensions let you be your own lash stylist with DIY lashes that you can apply by yourself at home. They’re designed for multiple days of wear. they’re totally waterproof and a fraction of the cost of professional extensions. 

Here’s how you can use them to achieve the cat eye look: 

What You’ll Need

You’ll need a few sets of Lilac St. lashes in different lengths, such as 10, 12, 14, and 16 mm. Our Intro Starter Set makes getting all the sizes you need at once easy. If you’d like to choose your own lashes, you can pick up our Travel Kit instead.

Map Your Cat Eye

Start by creating your lash map. Using a lash pad makes this super easy, but you can also use the container your lashes came in or any other clean surface. 

Pick up the lash extension clusters one by one and place them down in the order you intend to apply them. Remember, the lashes closed to your lash line need to be shorter, while the lashes on the outer corner need to be longer. 

Feel free to mix and match different styles of lashes, such as the more natural Originals in the inner corner and the more dense Volume lashes in the outer corner.

As long as the length goes from shorter to shorter, you can really play around with length differences and distribution. Here are some lash mapping ideas to get you inspired!

• Subtle and flattering: 10, 12, 12, 14, 14
• Slightly more dramatic: 10, 12, 14, 14, 16
• Subtle, short gradient: 8, 10, 12, 14, 14
• Pop of length at the end: 10, 12, 12, 12, 14
• Dramatic pop of length: 10, 10, 12, 12, 16

Prep & Apply Glue 

Before applying your lashes, ensure your eyes are clean and free from any makeup or oil-based skincare. Then, apply a thin layer of lash glue directly to your lashes, like you would mascara. Make sure there’s a sufficient amount near the base of the lashes. Once you’re done, give the glue 15 seconds to dry down.

Apply Your Lashes

Now, following your lash map, start applying your lashes along the lash line. It’s up to you if you prefer to start from the outside in or inside out. 

Using your applicator, pick up your first lash cluster and place it gently against your natural lash line from below. Make sure that the band is 1 or 2 mm above your natural lash line. Adjust the placement, and then move on to the next cluster. 

Fuse and Seal 

Once you’re done applying your lashes to one eye, use the applicator to press the lashes and DIY extensions together carefully. This will ensure better adhesion and create a more blended look. Then, repeat the whole process on the other eye. Finally, apply a light coat of Lilac Lash Crystal Coat to eliminate any tackiness and ensure your lashes stay put for as long as possible.