If your lashes won't hold a curl, this one trick changes everything. Nikol Johnson shares the double lash curl trick — a simple two-step curling method that gives mature, straight, or stubborn lashes a lift that actually lasts.
Key Takeaways
- The double curl holds far better than a single curl.
- Curl at the base, then mid-lash for a rounded lift.
- A clean, dry curler works best before mascara.
- The lift opens the eye and makes lashes look longer.
What is the double lash curl trick?
Curling in two positions instead of one. Rather than a single clamp at the base, you curl once at the very base of the lashes, then move the curler out slightly and curl again through the middle of the lash. This creates a rounded, natural-looking lift that holds much longer — especially on straight or mature lashes that tend to drop.
How do you do it?
Base first, then mid-lash, then mascara. Start with clean, dry lashes and a clean curler. Clamp gently at the base and hold, then release, move outward, and clamp again through the middle. Once you've got a rounded curl, set it with a coat of VOLUME UP Mascara to lock the lift in place.
Why does this work on mature lashes?
Because it builds a curve, not a bend. A single curl can create a harsh angle that drops quickly, while two gentler curls create a rounded shape that holds. For finer, straighter mature lashes, that lift opens the eye and makes lashes look longer — the enhance-the-eyes thinking in Nikol's mature-skin makeup guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the double lash curl trick?
Curling your lashes in two positions — once at the base, then again through the middle — instead of a single clamp. It creates a rounded, natural lift that holds much longer, especially on straight or mature lashes.
How do you get lashes to hold a curl?
Start with clean, dry lashes and a clean curler, curl in two positions (base then mid-lash), and set the curl immediately with mascara. The two-step curve plus mascara holds far better than a single curl.
Should you curl lashes before or after mascara?
Before. Curl clean, dry lashes first, then apply mascara to set the curl. Curling after mascara can stick to the wet formula and break the lashes.
Why won't my lashes hold a curl?
Straight, fine, or mature lashes naturally drop faster, and a single harsh clamp doesn't help. The double curl builds a rounded shape, and setting it with mascara helps it last through the day.
